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Bridgeport Standard Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Oct 25, 1919

Page

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Anarchist Charge fuels Bridgeport rally clash over schools

Story recounts Alderman Cornel Jr rallying Democrats in Bridgeport amid accusations that mayoral administration is anarchic and corrupt. It cites a plan to spend thousands on a municipal piggery while schools lack proper facilities, and criticizes tax policy and a failed bridge project. The piece features quotes from Lynn Wilson and several candidates.

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Renewed Army Draft Aims to Push Coal Mine Work

In a bid to avert coal shortages, the American Wholesale Coal Association and other groups urge renewing universal military service to draft men into coal mine labor. They call for uninterrupted coal supply and backed plans to pressure wartime authorities to mobilize workers for key utilities and rail transport.

Lenine Captured Claims and Conflicting War Reports

Wireless dispatches claim Lenin has been captured by anti Bolshevik forces near Petrograd stirring conflicting reports. Trotsky orders defense mobilization as battles flare across Russia with towns recaptured and prisoners taken.

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Ejection Bid for Victor Berger in House and Senate Referenced

A proposal to deny Victor Berger a House seat was referred to a special committee with a minority report urging delay. The 1919 mentions indicate Wm. Matthias and Rodenburg Republicans weighing action amid espionage conviction context.

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Attempt to Gain Vote on Johnson Amendment Today

Senate debate over the Johnson amendment to tie a peace treaty to vote timing. Senator Hale-Lodge pushes revised reservations with Lodge leading opposition. discussion centers on questions of honor and vital interests and the policy of the treaty.

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President’s illness shortens royal visit to Washington

Officials say the Prince of Wales will shorten his Washington stay due to the President’s illness. The schedule will be adjusted to match the length of King Albert and Queen Marie of Belgium’s stay, with three days to be spent next week.

Waser Ha Pince Wales Kong Albert Pmrsvetn Belgium

Public Group Urges Wilson to Create Labor Commission

The Public Group calls on President Wilson to establish a commission to carry on work from the failed National Industrial Conference. The adjourned body sought labor capital cooperation and urged immediate action on industry wide peace through experts and a dedicated board.

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American takes control of Vienna food supply

The city administration gains full control of public feeding in Vienna, aiming to provide at least one daily meal to residents this winter. The plan centers on municipal provisioning under Dr 1 and relates to hunger relief amid rising costs.

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Russians try to form Red Guard in Gary to start revolution

A Gary based movement aimed to mobilize local workers into a Red Guard as part of a planned revolution. An intelligence officer said the group sought to recruit and arm Lorni e soldiers in Gary and direct activity toward seizing control of local industries.

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Set Your Clocks Back One Hour as Daylight Saving Ends

The article notes clocks fall back one hour at 2 AM Sunday to end Daylight Saving. It warns travelers and terminal operations to adjust gear and schedules, urging caution with mechanical clocks and timetables across railroads and airports as the change takes effect nationwide.

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Optimistic White House on President's Condition Amid Coal Talks

Reported optimistic outlook from the White House about the president's condition as negotiations continue to avert a coal strike. Adm. Giax accompanies the president, while officials seek a resolution to the deadlock affecting labor and energy supply.

White House

President Wilson Appeals Soft Coal Firms to Arbitration

President Wilson urged coal miners and operators to submit their differences to arbitration to avert a strike. He emphasized public duty to maintain coal supply and urged mutual agreement or a board of arbitration to resolve wage and employment terms in the bituminous fields.

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Bridgeport Urges Unity to Honor Theodore Roosevelt Memory

Mayor calls Bridgeporters to unite in honoring Theodore Roosevelt on October 27. City officials plan a public display of coins and a day of remembrance with ceremonies and local participation.

Miners Reject Proposals To Arbitrate As Strike Looms

In Washington on October 24, miners and operators clashed at a government mediation session. Operators said they accepted the President’s appeal to restart wage talks, while miners alleged the operators bolted without Labor Secretary Wilson’s consent, signaling a walkout by half a million workers on November 1 as winter nears.

United Mine Workers’ Head Washington Wilson White House

Strike Call Stands After Miner Conference Breaks Down

President L Lewis of the Wing Workers of America led miners in walking out after a conference with Secretary Wilson failed to yield a settlement. Wilson urged arbitration if negotiations faltered as miners and operators left the room in disappointment.

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German Opera Is Given Under Difficulties

Police clash with crowds during a German opera performance at the Lincoln Theater. Officers arrested six sailors and faced jeering patrons as baton charges cleared the aisles. Patrons arrived by car and on foot amid a tense scene, with reports of rioting and disrupted showings.

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