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Bridgeport Standard Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Sep 22, 1919

Page

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No Fusion Ticket in Bridgeport Mayor Race Endorsed by Democrats

Independent leader in Bridgeport considers running if urged by citizens as Democrats lean toward nominating A. Vincent for mayor on the Fusion question. Movement to unite Fusionists behind the Democratic ticket grows. Vincent says he may run if voters demand civic progress on a business basis. Fusionists delay list filing to Hartford while watching Democrats’ choice and hoping to topple the city hall incumbents.

Bridgeport A. Te. Vincent Movement For A. E. Vincentt Mr. Vincent Vincent Hartford P John T. King Clifford B. Wilson Hartford

Liberty Bonds Rise on Market Confidence and Rates

Washington reports a steady rise in Liberty bond values as the 4 1 4 percent rate persists. Government certificates briskly sold. expectations of future issues and higher prices as investors seek safer returns grow.

Washington Treasury Liberty Tva

Child crushed by auto dies. driver held

Ten year old Josephine Manescala was struck while crossing Nowh avenue at Catherine street with companions. She died at St. Vincent's hospital from a fractured spine ten minutes after arrival. Driver William Garrall, 21, of Atlantic Street, is held by police as investigations continue.

Catherine Street Josephine Manescala North Avenue William Garrall Atlantic Street St. Vincent's Hospital Carroll Sem Manescalo Sener St. Vincent’s Hospital Carrot Fourth Precinct

Belgium seeks revised 1809 treaty with Netherlands

An official Berlin dispatch says Belgium and the Netherlands have strained ties over revising the 1809 treaty. Belgium demands a stronger frontier and freedom for Antwerp’s trade, proposing German territory in exchange. Allies favor free Scheldt navigation, while Holland resists surrender of sovereignty. A peace commission is reported to be considering the issue. Balloons and aviation news from Boston are also noted with small details.

Belgium Holland Seheldt Limburg Germany Antwerp Scheldt Inter

American Legion Drive To Add 1500 Members Here

The Bridgeport American Legion launches a drive today aiming to recruit 1,500 members by week end. Dr. F. J. Adams chairs the effort, with R. S. Swain as secretary and Charles Cyrus treasurer. Veterans who wore US uniforms between April 1917 and November 11, 1918 are eligible, and the drive ties into a nationwide campaign with local meetings planned at the town hall this evening. The post emphasizes fellowship and service, not politics or uniforms.

American Legion F. J. Adams Legion Bridgeport Dr. Adams R. S. Swain Charles Cyrus United States Army Navy Maine National Army Mmne Campaign 4 The Stratford S.o'clock Adams Paris St. Louis Ull Bridgepost Albert .L Meritt Merritt Bridgeport War Bureau

Lincoln visits former Kaiser to make report

Former British MP and German agent Janatius Tribies Lincoln arrived in Ambergoni with a German associate amid secrecy. They met General Bommers at Bentint castle for talks with the former Kaiser’s circle. Lincoln declined to discuss his visit’s purpose while speculating on German monarchist support and British reactions.

Lincoln Kaiser Amberongien Associated Dress Janatius Tribies Linceln England Ameranger F Ty Herr Anderson Wbove Associated Press Anmerongen Berlin Hague Andegio Bommers Vorsloute Wid Bentint Castle Mar Gertinck Castle Theor Ibat Sumethi Mga Ihneirmany Linenalo United States Julnc Germany Tlincolm

Germany recuperating may attack Belgium across Dutch border

Cardinal Gibbons residence was told that Germany is recuperating and could strike Belgium via Dutch Limburg. Military and economic expert advise fortifying the Meuse line, as rivers are key defenses, while concerns over Dutch territory complicate Belgium’s front.

Germany Belgium Beletum Limburg Meuse Linburg

Steel union strike fears rise in Chicago district

In Chicago steel country leaders urge men to heed a strike call and stay away from mills. National chairman Witapatrick says U S Steel head Gary ignored President Wilson and could be arming men in direct violation of laws. Officials report high worker support but no mass shutdowns yet.

Oghivago Chicago John Witapatrick Committee Gary United States Steel Corporation Wilson Sv. Witzpatrick Steel Corporation At. Fitzpatrick United States

Peace Treaty 10 Faces Prominent Senate Debate

The Senate debates the League of Nations covenant with a focus on amending voting power and potential impact on the peace treaty. Senators Reed and Johnson lead addresses as factions mobilize for or against changes. Expect extended discussion as tariff questions and minor bills await, while the league issue dominates the week.

Shingeon League of Nations Jax Wellah League Reed Missouri Johnson California Great Britain United States Leaguee Assembly Jeaders Lily

D Annunzio Threatens Suicide To Stay With Fiume Heroes

Gabriele D Annunzio, commanding Italian forces at Fiume, vows to remain and take the blame if deserters are punished. He scolds officers and soldiers to stay loyal and promises personal fate, saying he will not leave Fiume alive. An American contingent reportedly lands at Buchari in the Pine vision.

Associated Press Gabriele D’annunzio Gundolfo Fiumie D'Annunzio Bose Caporetta Fiame Italy Fini Giornale Wikalia Buchari Pine Yesion

Six Die Before Bavarian Finng Squad for Communist

Six prisoners were executed at Stadelheim prison after a failure to intervene in the ruse of murderers of hostages. The firing squad, drawn from various Set jan troop units, carried out the death sentences as Munich and others reacted with varying emotion.

Allinich Associated Press Stadelheim Seidl Setjan Mierg Ernest Aleinguenther Munich Commiunist Tria Count Arco Valley Curt Eisner Lindner

Authorities Prepare For Riots Prohibited Meetings

Pittsburgh dispatch reports clashes between Pennsylvania State police and crowds aimed at mass meetings in Clairton and McKeesport as steel workers strike, with officers using clubs and arrests made. Union leaders vow protest. officials tighten restrictions while protests continue near Clairton, McKeesport, and Glassport.

Pittsburgh Pennsyla Clairton William Poster National Committee For Organizing Iron and Steel Workers McKeesport George Lysle Glassport Foster Sproul Constabulary Grium ‘Tollows North Clairton Pax Armscan Federation of Labor

Strike to Involve Billions Many Kinds of Work

New York reports a major U S Steel strike set to suspend operations at 145 plants across 20 states tomorrow. Gary and Patrell remain silent as open shop policy stands, with up to half a million workers affected indirectly or directly and unions eyeing plant-by-plant responses.

New York United States Steel Corporation Albert WH. Gary Juanes A. Patrell Gary Leary Pennsylvania Ohio New Jersey Maryland Massachusetts Ilinois Indiana Michigan Connecticut Ren Ove Lake Superior Alabama Georgia Virginia Colorado West Virginia Kentucky Lake Porta Ocean

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