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Bridgeport Standard Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Oct 02, 1919

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Reds Triumph 9 to 1 in Opening 1919 World Series

Cincinnati routed Chicago Americans 9 to 1 in the first game as Walter Ruether starred on the mound and at the plate. He held the Sox to six hits, hit two triples, drove in two, and scored once, fueling a decisive Reds win that gave them the edge in the series while Eddie Cicotte struggled and left the game embattled.

Cincinnati Chicago Gincinnati Cincinnati Today Chicago Americans Oto i Walter Ruether Reds White Sox Sox Hut’ Lime No Man’s Land American Baguers Eddie Cicotte Wes Michigan Wonder Gleason Roy Wilkinson Grover Loudermitk Livy Garry Herrmann Ifriemds

Belgium King and Queen off Sandy Hook for New York visit

Belgium’s King and Queen, aboard the Geerge Washington, anchor off Sandy Hook at night and proceed to New York at dawn for a month’s visit to the United States. Passengers and crew report hospitable voyage and eager to see American wonders. Former Yale star killed in auto accident near Ebensburg, as John A. Hail of Sewaren is gravely injured. his wife and mother-in-law, Mrs Annaranktin, die when their auto pile collides with a New Jersey railroad train.

Port Geerge Washington Belgium America Sandy Hook New York United States YALE Ebansburg N. Ds John A. Hail Sewaren Annaranktin New Jersey

Baseball World Series Coverage by The Standard Telegram

The Standard Telegram will publish three separate World Series stories on the Chicago White Sox versus Cincinnati Reds. Grantland Rice will write in his rhythmic style, Damon Rongori will review the games vividly, and Abe Associated Press will provide expert press box analysis with straightforward, unbiased insights.

Standard Telegram Chicago White Sox Cincinnati Reds Grantlend Rice Damon Rongoru America Abe Associated Press Batates

Eyed impaired newsboy struck by auto in Bridgeport

Eyed impaired newsboy Ylarpy Lami, known citywide, was struck by an automobile driven by Humphrey Toomey at East Main and Maple streets. He suffered a fractured skull and broken leg, remains unconscious with small chance of recovery. Toomey, an unlicensed driver, was with licensed driver William J. Sarrand in the front seat. Police find driver negligence. Sarrand to be held responsible. Medical and investigatory steps underway.

Ylarpy Lami Humphrey Toomey Park Avenue Mast Main Maple Streets Bridgeport Hospital Toomey William J. Sarrand Avenue Jim Stepart Sarrand Toomer Melica Taen Lamb Tast Main East Main Maple Street Tammb Telin Halatert Mrt

Cardinal Mercier Honored by Hartford Crowd

Ten thousand persons packed the state armory in Hartford to greet Cardinal Mercier. Mayor Kinsella introduced him and cheers greeted his address. He led a benediction at St. Joseph’s Roman Cathedral before the public gathering. He will receive the doctor of laws degrees from Trinity College and Yale University, with visits to Wesleyan University in Middletown and a special convocation at Yale.

Wartford State Armory Cardinal Mercier Kinsella St. Joseph’s Roman Cathedral Chats Dinal Trinity College Wesleyan University Middletown New Haven Yale

Vincent Sure of Cornell Support for Nomination

Vincent Sure of Cornell Support for Nomination as Clark’s effort to swing delegates appears foiled by police and firemen backing George B Clark delegates in contested districts. King’s workers claimed Vincent candidates were defeated in primaries while Cornell retains marginal influence by about 10 to 20 votes. The Democratic convention is postponed to early next week to assemble a stable slate.

Allen E. Vincent Reiuy John A. Cornell Vincent George Bo Car Police and Fire Department George B. Clark Ngzht John Dd. King Manipa Clark Lavery Bonart Cornell John T. King Beavers Allen EK. Vincent Fignt Neon George Bo Clark Republican Administration

Moving Day Keeps Bridgeport Truckmen Very Busy

Observers report Bridgeport faced unusually high moving day activity as moving firms worked late into the night. Demand overwhelmed services with less than half of applicants accommodated. War-related factory employment released workers, rents eased moderately, and several hundred flats and stores remained vacant. About 20,000 residents left since armistice, worsening living conditions with adjusted wartime rents.

Thedfirst Lylotter Bridgeport

Open Shop Is Key Issue In Steel Strike, Gary Tells Senate

Judge Elbert H. Gary of United States Steel testified before the Senate committee, saying the open shop is the sole issue and that the firm will never yield to strikers. He argued the strike is failing, denounced outside organizers, and warned that unionization efforts threaten industrial delay and the nation’s production. He defended company wages and welfare programs, and restated the open shop policy as essential to employee, employer, and public interests.

Washington Elbert H. Gary United States Steel Corporation Senate Isbor Jingland Gary John J. Martin Youngstown National Steel Workers’ Committee John Pfitspatrick Foster O ‘Ly Ahig Judea Gary Mvert Steel Workers Tehaya Senn- Republican Idaho Kenyon

Mediation Talks Continue In London Rail Strike

The Transport Workers Federation pushes for broader wage parity as the government stalls negotiations until the railway men return to work. A top meeting with Prime Minister Lloyd George yielded no firm offer, though a second conference is set for tomorrow at ten. A mood of friction with Transport Minister Deeringoidge and tension over government restraint characterize the stalled dispute. The king and court plan to return from Balmoral on Sunday, a possible signal amid the brewing political strain.

London Transport Workers’ Federation National Union of Railway Men Aitts J. H. Thomas Oasis Thes Arden Ae Gi Benoit Aric Deiddes Rie Lloyd-George Galmoralunday

Appeal of Quien Upheld by French High Court

An appeal by Georg Guston Quien against a court martial death sentence for treasonable dealings with Germany and for betraying Faith Cavell was upheld by the French high court. Quien argued the court’s vote, four to three, was improper and should have been five to five.

Quien Georg Guston Quien

Publication Delivery Notice

If you fail to receive your Standard Telegram Evening Post or Sunday Post or paper on time call Barnum 64100 Circulation Department POST PUBLISHING CO.

Evening Post Sunday Post Barnum

Senate 10 votes on amendments to German treaty today

Senate leaders reach agreement to call up Mall Remblem amendments at 2 p m to bar U S from foreign commissions under the treaty. Debate under five minute rule, vote before night. Democrats predict all amendments will be defeated but the rift on ratification remains. Action on the amendments clears the way for treaty consideration and hastens final disposition.

Washington Senate Mall Remblem New Mexico United States Wilson

Senator Reed booed and forced from Oklahoma hall

Senator James A. Reed was driven from Convention Hall in Oklahoma amid a rowdy reception as mayor introduced him. Pandemonium broke out with derision as he attempted to speak, women climbed the stage to quiet the crowd, and he left without delivering his address.

Sahies Stites James A. F Treaty League of Truots Henator Amd Aries Eed

Rotary Club Dinner Launches Pedestrian Safety Campaign

A Bridgeport Rotary Club dinner featured a campaign launch for pedestrian safety. Lynn W. Wilson spoke as Rotary representative, outlining goals and values. Albert Lavery chaired the post-meal program with Mayor Clifford B. Tilson introducing him. Attendees included city and court officials, merchants, clergy, automotive club members, and private citizens.

Teague Lynn W. Wilson Wilson Rotary Eclabb Bridgeport Albert 7. Lavery Clifford B. Tilson Javery

Elaine Race Riots Prompt Army Mobilization in Arkansas

In Elaine near Helena Arkansas clashes left seven blacks and two whites dead and many wounded. Sheriff’s posse and locals ambushed by armed groups as women and children flee Blaine for safety. U.S. troops from Camp Pike on standby as authorities report extensive arrests and escalating violence.

Helena Blair Arkansas J.A. Tanpew Elaine W. D. Adkins Ira Proctor Joseph Meyers United States Soldie Camp Pike Ark Blaing Nap Negro Trusty Amon Selves Clem Clerm W. H. Clem Lame Tray King Praett Che Trusty Stinter Pratt Bae

White Woman Attacked as Troops Patrol Omaha Streets

Federal troops patrol Omaha to prevent white and Negro clashes after rioting. A white woman, Mrs Wisener, was attacked in her home by a Black man. Police and military report describe the assault and ongoing tensions in the city. The county building earlier suffered arson damage valued at $1,000,000 amid Sunday night unrest.

WMAHA Sele Us Waitle Federal Tenops Omaha Alve W. G. Wisener Ggneral Leonard Wood Itha Bell Ralph Gilson

Rest Needed By President Wilson After Restless Night

Washington October 1 The White House bulletin said no serious change in President Wilson’s condition but noted another restless night. He slept briefly in the morning and spent the day largely at rest despite damp air. Dr Grayson ordered an afternoon automobile ride which reportedly aided his comfort. At ten o'clock tonight the White House announced one change in his condition.

Washington Wilson Grayson

Northcliffe refuses to be dictated to by union pressure

London October 2 The Daily Mail owner Lord Northcliffe replies to a letter from machine managers of the National Union of Railway Men protesting press treatment. He says he will not be dictated to and may stop publication of his newspapers to resist any coercion.

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