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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Apr 05, 1920

Page

3

Yale-Educated Nathaniel Bishop Dies of Wounds

Nathaniel Wheeler Bishop, Yale graduate and Bridgeport financier, died from wounds received in war. He trained at Yale Law, practiced with multiple firms, and held roles in the American Ordance Company and various local ventures. He served in the Spanish American War and later in naval reserves. He married Alice Warner in 1888 and had three children. He was active in social clubs and Red Cross drives. His brother Henry A. Bishop and sister Miss Bishop of Boston survive. Burial planned at Mountain Grove.

Yale Nathaniel Wheeler Bison Brian Charles Sherwood Jewim Chantserlain, Bishop and Hull Studga Stoddart New Heaven Bridger ‘Port ‘Steantboat. Company New York, New Haven Hartford JS. D. Pieres, Jr. Comppany, Comtractors Lnter Bishop Wes Alice Ib Warner Dever Warmer Warner Brothers Company Warner Alfred 4Athaniel Clu Liberty Bridgeport Henry A. Bishop A Slater Iiss Boston

Aged Priest John T. Mc died after long illness

The Rev. John T Mc a four decades aged priest long affiliated with St Anthony Hospital Denver died after a prolonged illness He studied at a college in Ireland served in Car Pu and came to Denver in 1933 entering St Anthony's Hospital soon after where he remained as a pastor and priest for many years

Densor St. Anthony John T Nepari Ireland Car Denver Rewich St. Anthony's

Do You Lack Strength and Energy

Do You Lack Strength and Energy A vintage medical ad urges mothers to use REOLO Tonic to restore strength and vitality. It claims the tonic builds rich red blood, energizes nerves, and improves circulation, promising steadier health and vigor after a one dollar, 100 tablet package.

Hindle Drug Store on Main Street Near Arcade

Hindle Drug operates at 09 Main Street Cor State and at 93 Main Street near Arcade. Local listing notes two Hindle locations serving the neighborhood with pharmaceutical products and sundries.

Main Street

Wilson Misses Easter Services After Eight Years

Washington April 4 Pres ident Wilson did not attend Easter services for the first time in eight years. He spent the day at home, while Mrs. Wilson participated in church activities at two Presbyterian churches in the capital. Local reports note he remained away from public worship as he recovers from illness.

Wilson Washington Mohite Thchereh

German Reds and Regulars Clash in Street Battle

Reported street clashes between German Reds and Regulars as shelling and gunfire damaged stores and piers. Citizens describe fear as Reichswehr shelling continued. authorities mobilized workers and police amid chaotic night.

Sheelk Care Alwarts Reichswehe Aio Ciizens

Shortage of Ministers Reduces Church Service

In Missouri a minister shortage forces many churches to cut services to once every two weeks or monthly. The Missouri Baptist? association notes 1, 395 churches, 2, 31? preaching weekly, 392 twice monthly, and 437 monthly, with 1.95 in the scare and 295,408 members.

St Louis Missouri Missouri Bay

True art needs wine to live, says New York artist

Chicago April 41- In an interview Robert W. Chanier, a well known New York artist, argued beauty and appreciation in the United States hinge on wine and beer. He claimed art cannot endure without wine, and removing it would deprive artists of incentive and dull their work.

Chicago United States Robert W. Chanier New York Wang

Beautiful Eve Costume Shown At Paris Casino Theatre

April 1 report from Paris describes actress Yenerius in Eve garb at the Casino theatre scene. She slips on slick pavement outside, loses her sable coat, then continues performance with minimal adornment as crowds watch a risqué tableau. An otherwise unrelated note mentions David Carlson sailing to Sweden with a $200,000 fortune.

Eve Paris Yenerius Casino Conphald Mile Cherrys Mercy Anort Capote Jonas David Carlson Peck Sweden

Delusions Dispelled and Remarks on Flax Handling

An old London bystander piece contrasts emotional outbursts and nonsensical talk with a humorous aside about romantic notes. It then shifts to agricultural news noting the Canadian government testing a flax threshing machine to replace hand labor, highlighting the need to keep straw dry during processing.

Irish Independence Meeting Sparks Bond Appeal

A local gathering where Irish independence was advocated by Mayors Witton and Gerald amid calls for recognizing Treland freedom. Mayor Flger Ald praised the dream of smaller nations and expressed support. Big Steinke performed an improvised piece and delivered a brief pro Ireland address as subscriptions were collected.

Witton Gerald Elmilge Treland Flgerald Marion Branece Steinke Iriel Bond Salto

Rejection of Treaty Declared Ireland Independence Rally

New York on April 4 hosted a Clas Na Gael meeting urging U S recognition of the Irish Republic. Eamon De Valera spoke with Justices Cenalan and Gavegat present as resolutions praised independence, denounced British rule, and pledged loyal support to Ireland’s freedom.

New York League of Nations United States Ireland Eass Clas Na Gael Eamon de Valera Irish Raphiolic Daniel Cenalan Edward Gavegat Wilson Senz Ars Republic of Ireland Dublin Llreland

Sinn Feiners Sleep in New Places nightly in DublinBarricades Move

Dublin dispatch says Sinn Fein members sleep in seven different locations to avoid arrest and deportation to England. Barricades surround Dublin as authorities raid areas and two soldiers are wounded.

Sinn Feiners New Place London Dublin London Times Engle

Americans in London report on steamer incident

April 5 dispatch states police cleared Glystow steamer in London and learned passengers were believed heading to Ireland via Glasgow. A box of ammunition was reportedly found on deck after departure. the supposed owner dumped it overboard to evade seizure.

London

De Valera Returning Home Amid Irish Crisis Claims

April 4 report from the Times claims Eamonn De Valera will return from the United States to Ireland to resume leadership of the Irish republican movement. It asserts Sir Hamar Greenwood will not interfere if De Valera lands and pursues a policy of self determination, despite tensions and potential unrest.

London Eamonn de Valers Trish Repub Desire Weel United Stat Irpe Hamar Greenwood Ireland de Valera Howe

Plants Grow Boozy from Alcohol Inspires New Plant Research

A historical report describes Sir Jagadis Bose’s experiments showing plants respond to stimuli as humans do. Using a device called the crescograph, he records growth and sensory reactions under varied conditions including light, heat, and chemicals. He notes reactions to electrical signals, ultraviolet range, and anesthetics, linking plant fatigue, mood, and recovery to environmental changes. The article discusses death spasms in plants at high temperatures and interpretations of color changes and leaf movements as signs of life and decline.

Jarrad Atreetoy Boro Research Tastitaw Ie Wation Morgdnic Walter Sinea Passiya Sir Fagadia Jagadie Sir Dagadis Fahreshe Jagadis Bose Institute

Unemployment Camouflage Hurts Austrian Employers

London reports Austrian unemployment figures showing a large number of officially recorded jobless, yet with many idle or underemployed. Employers must maintain staff levels and pay wages despite lack of orders, while reserves dwindle and welfare-like programs fill gaps. Measures push workers into idle or military guard roles, with little hope of earlier recovery as industry grinds down and coal and raw materials run short.

London Alstrid Ho Tay Iim Rte

Altomatic Telephones Plan Major New York and Dunkirk Upgrades

In the face of limited means to secure suitable operations the tube phone system will receive an extensive overhaul. New York staff report five new exchanges aiming for substantial progress before 1929 end. The plan coordinates with existing boards to connect lines across locations, enabling subscribers to test line connections and select suitable board types or automatic exchanges.

Altomatic Telephones Dunkirk Geneve Boo Voor New York Christle Apple

Danish Strikers Win All Demands Amid Republic Vow

Danish workers press demands as a general strike spreads from the lawn to the palace. Deputations urge dismissal of newly appointed ministers, while crowds chant republic and socialist democracy. King meets party leaders as talks continue for electoral reform and a united program.

Crettons Ceaine Om Xing Monarel Reda Auield Socialist Democracy Deputauion Formar Sta =z Palm Wuboune Fke

Church wine lures him from prayers in D C

Rev I Hanning notes a stranger nesting in the Ascension church then leaves with six guaris of communion wine. Thirteen wak an unlucky number for bootleggers here as ex-Surkeenes face charges. twenty d fined portion.

Washington, D. C I. Hanning Nema Siberla Vuadivostor Higuer

Only by Boat Reach Cameron Parise Town in US History

This isolated community, Cameron Parise, is the sole town in the United States accessible only by water. It lacks roads, telephones, and telegraph lines, marking it as one of the oldest settlements in the nation.

Cameron Parise United States

Weather forecast notes rain north and fair south Monday

Disturbance moving from the central into the northeast will bring rain to northern portions Monday with much colder conditions Monday night. South of the region, rain is possible then clearing, with much colder weather and a possible wintry mix in the Ohio valley and parts of the Atlantic states. Temperatures to drop across Western Pennsylvania with a cold wave warning in effect.

Northere New Tongland New York South Gun Saiw Oklahoma Pennsylvania Atlantic Ohio Valley Norbern Texas Chisago Ho Corergat Mdle Atamie Southa Ailantis East Gulf States Providi Denver Kansas Ferok EE Lear Snow iPortland Mes Washington Patsy Alma Beidzenert Mildiebrook Almanie Donyright Sun Vines Law Wiltar

Canadian air force to be formed in Canada

An experimental Canadian air force will recruit from former soldiers and Royal Air Force veterans in Canada. Training centers will operate year round with officers and airmen spending at least one month in training annually. Initial strength may be about 50,100 men across ranks, with multiple training centers planned nationwide.

Otptatwa Ont Eilcars Armen Royal Air Force Canada Taeae Pothos Tradning

Feud Sparks Long Potent Threat Between Villages

A quarrel sparked by a dog bite led to a violent feud lasting sixteen years between Mamidat and Ashraf villages. In the latest clashes, forty nine people were killed and one hundred twenty six homes burned as authorities moved to imprison twenty one individuals for ten years each.

Au- Miorklés Vilages Mamidat Ashraf Hassidat Lilt Avvat

Obituary notes begin for F. O. Rhoades and others

Funeral services for F C Rhoades were held at the family home in Stratford with Rev C O Kennedy officiating. Delegates from local societies attended. Burial followed at Linien cemetery. Other obituaries list engineers, sailors, and local residents with service times, burial places, and surviving family members.

Michael HB Michael TI Noonan Madison Avenue St. Patrick's Church John G. Lynch Patrick Corrigait Maurice Reiley John Mianagan Thomas Stevenson John Maltiernan William Halpin Mtichael's

Bituminous Coal Prices and War Building Notes

Insistent insinuations that bituminous coal operators would exploit the 27 percent wage increase for miners were dismissed as baseless by the commission. Operators aim to keep prices reasonable despite the joint conference next week. A separate item notes temporary structures in New York City for war purposes on Staten Island. Patient testimonials praise Foley's Honey and Tar for colds and coughs.

Washington Hiowever New York City Wille Stown Island

Asbesion Wickings Rageball Mason Brushes Ghamo Bog Collars

A damaged OCR fragment mentions Asbesion Wickings and Rageball Mason in connection with a bog collar or fishing tackle. The readable words suggest garden gear and equipment terms, though specifics are unclear. The item appears to be a classified or listing fragment from a local newspaper page.

Asbesion Wickings Mason Ghamo

Cinot Saved My Job Says Snider

Snider claims Cinot saved his employment amid illness and dizzy spells. He notes regular shifts resumed and credits Cinot with stabilizing his health. Advertised Cinot sale details appear via several druggists and outlets in multiple towns.

Snider Cinot Tecitus Ani J. de Warttican Stres Luln BK Siwitzer's Spurtport Wastport Drax Westport Mialsted Drue Co South Norwaltiks Hy E. Nereavex Danhary

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