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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Apr 08, 1920
Page
8
A fragmentary antique column notes worn tires and peculiar signs. It mentions letters that speak of tales and warnings about expecting miracles from YG offerings. The piece hints at curious observations without clear events or names.
Lingering talks in Bridgeport revived focus on the Port of Bridgeport improvement plan. The Chamber of Commerce plans a noon luncheon to discuss harbor conditions and Johnsons and other waterways projects. Officials weigh hiring costs and the broader push to develop harbor facilities ahead of the next General Assembly session.
Akron April report profiles James Ailey nego a Black contender inside the Goodyear Rubber political race. Ailey, initially a dining car waiter, defeats two white opponents in open primaries to become a legislator for 25,000 Goodyear workers, seeking coop store aid and better education for Black employees while serving on key committees.
Paris April 7 Ward arrived here from Narva Blanton of Ghatianoora and Winteld of Tigh Tand Indis among Bed Cross commission men. They served over six months fighting the epidemic and died from pneumonia and spotted fever in the line of duty.
A business man once nearly bald claims a free genuine recipe to promote hair growth and stop dandruff. To receive the formula by mail, interested individuals must send 10 cents in silver stamps to Natalee at BE-201 Station I New York, N Z.
An advertisement touts Allenrhu as a cure for rheumatism promising rapid relief from severe pain. It claims deep seated uric acid deposits dissolve within 24 hours and offers a money back guarantee if no improvement, urging readers to obtain two bottles from local druggists.
A hearing is held on a July 1 1818 brick accident involving Thomas J. Wise and others. The claimant suffered a severely injured right ankle while brick chuting at C M Cruikshank 3. The hearing before Commissioner Buck and four others reviews whether bricks falling worsened the condition. Orthopedic surgeon attended at Hartford Hospital. compensation discussed at 0.87 per week, with review pending a decision in the coming days.
The Senate Naval Committee proposes a 39 million dollar boost over House funding to full 1916 naval program, inclining nearly 10 million for aviation and 11 million for tenders at Hor Island. Items for torpedo boat construction, armor plate, and fireroft stations see shifts. overall appropriations rise to about 424.5 million.
In New York on April 7 plans were laid for the 300th anniversary celebration of free institutions in America. A June fraternity week will host exercises during the anniversary week with involvement from John A. Stewart and George J. Vincent. The Post Office Department seeks to issue a stamp series depicting pivotal events in U S history.
New York April reports say harbor strike conditions eased with ferries running on near normal schedules. An increased number of tugs and lighters are cited as aiding the restoration, while shipyard workers seek an eight hour day as an existing agreement nears expiration.
Edward Prince of Wales arrived off Point Loma today aboard the cruiser Fanown en route to the Antipodes. A committee launches greeted the prince at the entrance to San Diego Bay as officials including Governor William Stephany prepared to receive him.
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