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Bridgeport Standard Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Sep 06, 1919

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Amending Treaty Would Isolate US Says Wilson

Democratic leaders in Bridgeport favor fusion with Allen E. Vincent for mayor and report the plan would unite Democrats and other factions to defeat the Republican ticket led by Mayor Wilson. District sentiment favors Vincent in 10 of 12 wards, with Ninth district backing Senator George B. Clark for mayoral nomination. Fusion plans, signatures surpassing required totals, and forthcoming announcements are discussed as Republicans remain reticent.

Alderman Cornell Sen George B. Clark Allen E. Vincent Hugh J. Lavery John AL Frank EK. Ballard City Hall Publican Party Bridgeport Allen S. Vincent Mavyar Moses W. Manwaring Frank Salland Ballard Frederick L. Perry Tew Republican Party Wilson

Prince of Wales to Visit Washington in November

The prince of Wales will arrive in Washington on November 12 from Canada. It is expected he will be hosted by President and Mrs Wilson at the White House during his stay.

Prince OF Wales Washington Cannada Kirs. Wilson White House

Jitney Bus Owners Association backs police on regulations

Bridgeport Jitney Bus Owners Association votes to support police in enforcing a new ordinance. Members agree to cooperate, backno future violations, and employ a special policeman at the end of the West Main street line to manage crowds. Some lines face overcapacity, prompting a plan for one day off per week to service and restore buses.

Jitney Bus Owners’ Assn Bridgeport Jitney Bus Owners’ ‘Association Everad Aerdec Chemsel Polizemains Cduties Bata Tealwest Ash Creek Stratford Avenue Aek

Chicago Race Riots Claim 28th Victim

Chicago authorities report the 28th death in the race riots after Samuel Garnett, a Black man, died from wounds suffered during a riot in Pee IL Mee. The incident intensified calls for calm as officials mapped further investigations.

Chicago Samuel Garnett

Sugar shortage over Chicago ends as distribution normalizes

The sugar shortage felt nationwide for eight weeks is nearly over and normal conditions will resume within ten days, according to Henry FH Kolipp, head of the Food Administration's sugar distribution committee.

Chicago Sept. S Henry FH. Kolipp The Food Administration

Yankee Sergeant Gill Donnelly Leads Marines Heroic Stand

New York dispatch says Sergeant Gill Donnelly of Company J, 8th Infantry, led 12 other lifters and 259 German snipers in a daring action during the second battle of the Marne. Donnelly surrounded enemy nests with six men, seized a trench, and destroyed grenades amid heavy fire, winning the French War Cross and a recommendation for the Congressional Medal of Honor. His unit, the First Division, was praised as they returned to lines. Pershing and the Fourth Division were expected to march with him on Wednesday.

New Yoy Counel Kamerad Gill ’Dognelly L8th Infantry Marne Usil Alan York Pall Man Tenn Church of Christ and Christian Union Tennessee Bi Ness Ad Louk Donnelly Cierman Bonnelly Wrante Honar Sergran Camp Mills General Pershing Fire Division Gill

Army of coal miners prep for force to win demand

Huntington W Va Sept 1 About 1000 coal miners in Kanawha county large camps near Williamson abreast of reinforcement plan to travel to Winfield to pressure operators for unionization. Officials say tens of thousands more miners will join by Sunday night as they vow a show of strength on the coal field. Production across Gyiyuny fields has lagged this week amid protests and disrupted rail service.

Huntington W. Vin Kanawie Counry Uyerelio Jinmage Reone Pete Loc Ikaneawhe Seid Cheesipecke Chin Railroad Divi

White men aggressors in Chicago race riots

A jury is to investigate riot deaths amid ongoing tensions in Chicago. The inquiry aims to identify responsible parties among white men. Police continue efforts to restore order and record the incident details for legal action.

Chicago Cotaco Lat Tyup Nesraes Ba Police Ody i al Hive

Von Ludendorff’s Own Story Of The War Explored

In the Standard Telegram an excerpt from von Ludendorff’s My Thoughts and Actions reveals why he chose a ruthless submarine campaign and how the German war effort functioned under favorable conditions but faltered under opposition. The piece portrays his open confession of Germany’s aim to conquer Europe by force and hints at internal intrigue and discord within the German system. Order the Standard Telegram to read the first installment in Monday’s issue.

Russia Europe

Paderewski Calls for Polish Aid as Germany Battles East

Polish premier Jan Paderewski warned that Germany seeks victory in the east by fomenting disorder and aiding Bolshevik troops in the Baltic states and near Minsk. He urged rapid treaty ratification to allow foreign troops to stabilize areas and enable plebiscites, while Polish workers suffer under German occupation in Silesia.

Baltic States Paris Germany Wising Iénace Jan Paderewski Pre Upper Silesia Prus Lithiania Baalshe Tront Minsk Foland von Lueetwitz Brussels Poland Silesia Baltic Rip Rusia

Was President Twice but Now Is an Exile

Josep i de Bourredu Ovies, former Peruvian president deposed after a July 4 coup, arrived in New York seeking asylum. He claimed no further interest in battles and said his release came through intervention by Valinn Ki Tish and other diplomatic powers after agreeing to leave Peru.

New York Josep i de Bourredu Peru Bama Ore Linitea Valinn Ki- Tish Idre Diplomatic Ovelos Tohawk

Girl Eight Hit By Auto At Seaview Avenue

A serious pedestrian crash on Seaview Avenue near 90 Mast Main Street injures a girl eight. Police say she likely suffered a skull fracture though consciousness remains. An allomouie deteen from Iisy Cable investigated the incident and the driver was held for questioning.

Maury Dtenrscewisy Tst Seaview Piridaepart Haaglal Ofatowk Allomouie Iisy

New York Declares Holiday to Welcome Pershing Parade

New York aldermen provide 100000 to stage a homecoming parade for General Pershing and the First Division. A grandstand for 30000 will be built on Wirth avenue near Central Park. Pershing will ride Isidro the horse, with his banner and f lag, as Major General McLeighlin leads the unit. Veterans Walsh and Dougherty will form the guard of honor.

New York Nee Esate Pershing Pershing Hadiday Wirth Avenue Central Park Vo Eide Ele Isidro Paris Lanedon Bshycod Culor Baaver McLieghtin Matress Walsh Harvey Dougherty

G P Senators to Tour Nation in Answer to Wilson

G O P senators announce seven tours to discuss the peace treaty in the east and middle west. Republican leaders say tours aim to respond to President Wilson on the Senate floor and beyond. Johnson California Borah Idaho McCormick Illinois and Wadsworth New York will speak in multiple cities including Chicago Indianapolis St Louis Kansas City Akron Dunkirk and New York City. Portul dexter Washington will speak in Dunkirk Piersburgh and New York City.

Washington Sept A Gage East Middle West Fiture Wilson Senate Johnson California Borah Idaho McCormick Hansis Chicago Johson Stndianapoal St. Louis Kansas Ead Uri Akron Ohio Wadsworth New York Ruler N.Y Portulexter Dunkirk Piresburgh New York City

Defense Council Final Accounting Totals Revealed

George W Burney, veteran aide to Connecticut state council of defense, filed final accounting with the state treasurer. Total expenses for the council and labor department show general costs of 240 669.04 and labor costs of 67 404.04, under appropriations of 245 000 for the council and 67 404.04 for labor. Frost hits Vermont as season turns, with a cold snap noted in Vermont.

Haberfort Conn George WW. Burney Connecticut Council of Defense Cormeibt Ane Comet of Defense Department of Labor Mlom Gourell Stron Department Iibor Suz

Intervention by U S Sure Unless Carranza Changes His Tactics

Washington dispatch reports General Salvador Alvarado warns that U S intervention in Mexico is imminent unless Carranza changes tactics. He urges Carranza Obregon and Villa to unite with revolutionary forces to address structural issues, government abuses, the petroleum problem, and economic reform.

U.S Carranza Alvarado Washington United States Salvador Alvarado Lue Carranza Obregon Mexico Alyarada Hix Yuerita Hetn Mesica City Bryyan Aertirad Vonepeas State Department Carranga Currin Gianmilos Intermab

Photo Art Fight Pages In Sunday Post

The Sunday Post unveils a new eight page picture section featuring green tinted pages and high quality photo reproductions. It promises engaging visuals to boost reader interest and includes a full sporting page and world news alongside local items.

Wits Bee Morrow Susbay Fis Bridgeport Feocoves

Wilson Calls on Opponents to See the Game Through

President Wilson spoke in St Louis urging opponents to prove they are not quitters if they oppose the peace treaty. He defended the Shantung provision and argued a US strong role is essential for a true League, warning against isolation and stressing leadership and partnership in world affairs.

Wilson ST. Louis Shantung China Shantung Province League Council Gw Chamber of Commerce Crow Frederick D. Gardner Alissouri Thane Phexres Mrr. Wilson United Ates United States Wilber Sim Cpt Secret Service Germany Wileson Europe Becauuse League of Nations Itiro Reed BP Dent Weseried Haut Khig League of Naiuts Paris Dean Aaneheny Mr. Wilson

United States Must Fulfill Its Part in World Treaty

President Witten urged Congress that the United States must meet its obligations under a new world system. He argued the treaty would not function unless major powers accept defined roles and international commissions are created. The speech, at a hotel dinner, focused on maintaining peace and preventing isolation while balancing industrial interests with European affairs.

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