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Newspaper
Bridgeport Standard Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Oct 28, 1919
Page
17
Acting Mayor Poorman suspended for 30 days after Gov Cox ousted Mayor Cahoun for alleged inefficiency. Canton faces calls to fund police strength to restore adequate protection as suspension limits existing policing capacity until review.
A woman from Muss (Alston) describes two years of illness with worms and ineffective medical care. After reading an advertisement she bought Dr True’s Elixir, experienced dramatic relief, and reports worms excreted and renewed health. The advertisement touts The Farah Laxative and Worm Expeller as sold at all dealers.
Public health notices warn of a looming influenza season and urge boosting blood health. An advertisement touts Gude’s Pepto Mangan as a red blood builder improving appetite and vigor. Separately Bridgeport Iron and Metal increases authorized capital from 54 000 to 206 000 and acquires the Andrews property on Howard avenue and Spruce street for its operations.
The Senate debated the Moses amendment on the same subject, with party lines shifting as Republicans joined Democrats against the amendment. Absent or paired senators left the roll call volatile, ending in a decisive 48 to 26 vote against administration aims and triggering a recess as leaders anticipated further speeches this week.
Plain language ad urges purification of a distressed stomach. It promises Mi-o-na tablets will relieve indigestion dizziness biliousness and headaches and offers a money back guarantee if relief is not found. Sold by leading druggists.
The obituary notes the funeral of Agnes Capozzi of 169 Church Street with services at home and Holy Rosary Church. pallbearers from Castlefranchese Ma. B. society. burial at St. Michael's Cemetery. Also listed are deaths of Julia Hall Nichols, Carl A. Olson, Daniel J. Kane, Lowell Warner, William Canddigr, Barrosaya Th tou, Gustave W. Marshall with funeral details and burial places.
In a heated local campaign event at the Lake Companys plant, Davitt Lavit criticized Theodore Steiber of the city court and the Republican machine. He challenged the audience to vote for Vincent while avoiding Brien, noting none would back the Socialist candidate. Lavit promised another appearance at the Jooromobile plant this moon and offered political jibes about identity and fate.
Hartford city council approves daylight saving time adoption amid debate over energy savings and potential impacts on local schedules and services. Officials say timing aligns with state policy while critics warn of disruption to schools and commuters.
Court ruling targets a German opera staged by the Star Opera Company at the Lexington Theater. Municipal authorities previously approved the presentation, but the court declared the performance unlawful under local statutes.
Democratic contenders for mayor and alderman from the first district will rally tonight at 502 State Street. Speakers include Vincent Allen and Cronin. Additional Democratic candidates will give brief remarks amid the campaign events.
Washington Oct 7 Congress acted on the administration bill to exclude radical immigrants by extending federal power to limit passports. The conference agreement was adopted by Senate and House and the bill now goes to the President.
The Associated Press reports that Utente representatives in the peace conference believe the United States will not voluntarily accept any mandate in the Near East. The Turkish question is not expected to be addressed at this conference and will likely be debated at a later conference within months.
A New London firm proposes pension arrangements for workers, outlining potential retirements and long term benefit plans. The report hints at company strategy, executive involvement, and anticipated funding over the next five years.
A fragmented report notes that an unnamed individual refused to meet the governor, asserting no intention to engage with public or social events. The statement, contained in a retine by Mr. Hearst, was sent to Jefferson Thompson, president of the Broadset, and mentions a 100 citizen committee planning a Carnegie Hall event for a Wales day debate with Hearst and Smith.
The Park Theatre hosted Verdi Grand Opera Company in Lucia di Lammermoor led by Signorina Patricia Dorias as Lucia and a fine Donizetti performance by a noted interpreter. The show, a fundraising benefit for the Italian Baptist mission, drew a large crowd and strong praise for vocal clarity and stage presence.
Fragmentary note criticizes a Miss Gavace accusing her of cannibalism. It references discomfort with eating lobsters and Latins. The piece reflects social tensions and personal insults in a clipped, informal tone.
Washington October 27 The week sees two international labor conferences opening alongside the peace covenant talks. Delegates from European unions and major bodies will discuss the industrial order and postwar provisions with some expressing dissatisfaction with peace treaty terms. The Thursday session signals the preparatory stage for the broad discussions under the nations covenant.
The Milford and Devon communities honor George Secor a former Locomobile executive and Milford Board of Finance member. Funeral services will be held at Devon Union Church with Knights Templar and other fraternal orders in attendance. He is survived by his wife and four nieces from Sussex Connecticut. Burial at Milford Cemetery.
The Fifth District Democratic club met at 69 Poplar Street last night with alderman William Horan and First District candidate David Cronin speaking. Several speakers delivered talks and a special club meeting was announced for Sunday at 10 o clock.
Services were held last night at the Flungation Reformed church with the German Reformed church. Rev H G Wiemer read the scripture and offered prayer. The Thagarian church celebrated its 2ath anniversary Sundays. Hold Jon.
Members of Samuel UW Harris Lodge led a class of six candidates in the third degree at a meeting last night in Odd Fellows Hall, 1084 Broad Street. A banquet followed with a large attendance and lime served in the banquet hall.
Forty hours devotion began at Cyril and SMethoding church Sunday with solemn ceremonies. The event will conclude this morning. Frank PT. Wiles of Greens Farms bought the Patrick O Connor homestead at Greens Arms and also acquired the former home of FE Connor adjacent to it.
Stuart Walker, Portmantheau theatre director and author, spoke to the Players' Club and others in Bridgeport about community service and a proposed professional community company. Judge John Pullman and James Moore chaired as Walker outlined plans for three-night tours and monthly new plays, noting a $75,000 needed fund for start up. Robert Walker of the Players' Club attended. the talk stressed spiritual value from church and theatre alike.
A notice to the Postmaster states that mail may be sent to Serbia by air mail from this country. Charles F. Greene, assistant postmaster general, announced the order. Letters paste cards printed matter samples of merchandise and commercial papers will be accepted for dispatch. There is no transit post between this country and Serbia.
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