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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Apr 12, 1920
Page
4
Fragmentary report notes a casualty in New York with fuel and fresh water supplies affected. A crew or party suffered a death with multiple fish or vessels damaged near Tarn, details limited and unclear in the readable text.
Washington reports a Republican push to approve a peace with Germany resolution. The measure, tied to specific wartime relations, is likely to face committee review with possible revisions. Democrats and administration oppose, while Republicans show solid support for action from the Senate committee led by Senator Lodge.
The U S secretary of state responding to a note from the American Chamber of Commerce at Valparaiso defends United States intentions amid a dispute over Chilean policy toward Peru and Bolivia. The letter emphasizes that Washington’s aims could not be misunderstood by the Chilean government and stresses that recent communications were misinterpreted.
The article notes Antonpe and American introduced syncopated melodies at balls and schools, with tango and foxtrot steps drawing attention. Despite novelty, crowds favored traditional dances as American favorites gain popularity and the novelty of new music faces resistance.
Neptasie said no action would come from the foreign relations committee until a return is made. He also forecast a Senate fight over evolution and hoped Republican votes would oppose it. Republican leaders plan to avoid interference with the upcoming appropriation bill while pursuing party goals ahead of June political conventions.
Dr Brown of Walebury spoke at the United Church yesterday on the scheme Re Dig Old Wells. He warned against ingratitude to authority and urged Americans to begin Americanization at home through parental authority, schools, and church influence to preserve liberty and order.
Connecticut company officials denied plans to erect a barrier along the beach right of way at Wait Beach amid holiday crowds. Local motorman said the rumor caused caution as residents noted no fence work was confirmed.
The will of Nathaniel Wr bishop was probated Saturday leaving a sizable estate to his widow Annie Warner Bishop. He names Warne, Alfred Nathaniel Bishop, and others as heirs in law and designates executors Bank Mish County of New York and Louis G. Powe to oversee processing, with Charles G Sanford and MW Havens as appraisers.
In Connecticut the Save Meat Week event is postponed indefinitely amid ongoing strife among rubroid workers. The report notes confusion over dates and a lack of a definitive lineup or schedule as communities adjust to the new status quo.
An old advertisement touts Zor Wher antiseptic liquid sold by a druggist for 1 dollar per large bottle. It claims to remove eczema itchiness and heal skin troubles including sores burns wounds and chafing. The copy urges trying the product as effective and satisfying. Cleveland Ohio promotes its dependability and low cost.
Ipswich hose advertised as fine silk lisle with double heel and toe offered in sizes from 8 1 2 to 10 1 4 at 59 ½ cents per pair.
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