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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Apr 26, 1918

Page

2

Marine Casualty List: 274 Names Revealed in France

The Washington report lists 174 total Marine casualties in France including 4 officers killed and 238 enlisted wounded. Notable names include Capt F W Karsteadt and Lt C B Maynard among wounded, with numerous sergeants and privates recorded as killed or wounded. a long casualty roster follows detailing actions by unit and status.

Washington Frrance Marine Corps Fw, Worstaddt Louis RR. Jones Vieutenant C. R. Maynard Jed W. Clarke Hohan John White Lawrence G. Bedbout Ely Wittstein Claude L. Wilkinson Eugene C. Davis Walter Reynolds Roscoe Bledsoe Cecil Grimes Barry Williams Leslie H. Arthur Bernard J. Rowan Charles D. Graham C. B. Maynard Fred W. Clarke Louis R. Jones Joseph Weitzell Odil N. Scass Leon #4 Hennen Lloyd E. Battles Wilburt Blackford Leroy Bailey Dudley L. Brown Charles &. Wehmer Donald de Vories Harry Wy. Puccett Martin H. Currie Walter A. Kelley Frank J. Murray Alfred 4. Stack Lee W. Sullivan Walter Kalb Edwin Mosley Lynn C. Fitzgerald John R. McMullen Robert S. Palmer Pressley R. Lomenick William L. Loud William Myers Leonard J. McNamara Bred M. Marlowe William H. Porter Charles G. Paschal Arthur J. Reifenstuhl George J. Schubert Harry Smith John H. Page John C. Atchison Grover D. Adams Krank Gell Joseph Rich Warren G. Benton, Jr John H. Becker Clarence @. Barnett Raymond A. Berzer Thomas Boyer Irving Juckley Abner L. Gibson Mk Poley Wendall EF Oliver Br Probert Ray Strain Harry 3. Young Fred H. Damke Gustav Ve Sauerbrum Edward H. Wells Thomas A. West Leroy L. Weaver Charles J. Wilson Fred ©. Amuth Gervis E. Stover James WH. Young Vernon D. Sosgheim Donald J. Williams Mito 15 Tebb Fred Trusster Ward van Wore Roger G. Weld Eimer Weilseenporn George RK. Whittock William I. Whittaker Hobart W. Walters Danial Won George Wilkinson Eddie W. Jackson Joseph Wing Carl WW. Kufat Harry Kimmel Leroy 1K. Kemp George FF. Isnox Arthur Links Jam A Leach Raymond BH. Leonard Jamin J. Luekem Eugene Mitchell Leon Murphy Bernard J. Ate Efroy Merrill Mor Corbett C. Madison Clarence Alyers Bert Metz Joseph Musal Hrower Monyoo Walter W. Mesa Nicholis Minkema Elbert T. Noble Charles BP Niles Lewis I. Nuijedy Grady Newman Cauries Selmstead Ernest P. Pet Walter Ta Palmer Walter J. Vierson Claude Peak Charles R. Trobert Jules J. Smith Charles J. Woods John J Scheel Iherick T. Doon Richard Weier Warerk Eugene S. Sheets Har — Boel

Holland to Hold Ships Until U S Guarantee

The Hague April 25 The Dutch foreign minister said no Holland ships will sail without a written guarantee against further seizures. He noted a six ship constant service and expected extension, with allied powers bound to uphold obligations. He cited a British guarantee that ships from the Far East since March 25 would not be seized.

the Hague Jonkheer J. Loundon Holland John W. Garriet Germany Oland Olland England Indies

Board Three Announces Quota for Fort Slocum

Fort Slocum in New York prepares a quota of 28 men for May 1 as part of a broader draft. Division 3 completes its inductions listing Giovani Michell Anthony Mc Qheeney Salvatore Romeo and others. Inducted men are ordered to report to the board on Thursday afternoon.

Tas Thivision Port Slocum N. Y Auott Michael Brown George ™. Mitsikakis Peter Masatelli William J. Curran Joseph Corratl

War rhetoric at Algonquin club patriotic meeting

Rev. Alexander Alison urged unity and support for the war effort at a Algonquin club gathering. He spoke on God’s will and America entering the conflict, praising national resolve while addressing members and attendees at a post-address dinner event.

United States Alexander Alison Algonquin Clh Min Alteson B.le Will Gol Alison Wis

Monroe Center Cut-Ups Flee Here in Automobile

A partially legible crime note reports a group called Monroe Center Cut-Ups fleeing by car. The text references a lookout and a local incident, with unclear details about the thief and the town.

Monroe Center

Registration for New Eligibles Is Passed by House

The House approved an amendment to the registration bill for new eligibles, with a vote of 179 to 84, moving unregistered men to the bottom of the classes they may be assigned to. It exempts those in medical or divinity schools since June 11, and would reportedly free 500,000 to 700,000 registrants for military service, amid opposition about routing and reserve-class placement.

Winsteincepon Aloe Doa House Senate Isahi Germany Dent Chaiman Dent Military Committee Tullie War Department Kahn

Men Discuss City Planning Phases At Local Lecture

Welgon Lewis chief engineer of New York City boards outlined world city planning changes to ease congestion and improve travel in a Christchurch lecture. City Engineer James A McElroy attended as a guest and praised the benefits shown. The Men's club provided refreshments and its quartet with soloists entertained afterward under Lorenzo Oviatt.

Welgon 2 Lewis Board of Estimate New York City Christchurch Men's Club of the Church New York London Paris James A. McElroy Percy Brown Edwin S Griffich Louis Marse Harry Butternworth Harry Butterworth Lorenzo Oviatt

Mindgeport School Children Save War Stamps Record

Mindgeport reports show 60 percent of students hold thrift or war saving stamps as War Savings drive totals reach 40,080.25 dollars. Last week deposits of 3,450 dollars were recorded while 4,814.72 dollars were on hand in accounts, reflecting small change accumulated by many youths. A total of 145 depositors appeared during the week and cumulative depositors since the program began reach 12,300.

Nuldie Mindgeport John G. Wynkoop Department of Education Chun Hgn

Fraternal rites and meetings across lodges noted

Fragmentary text lists fraternal lodge events including Lafayette Unis afternoon ceremony in Masonie, Wind oa bag fete, Joseph Rawdall lodge open meeting, Scottish historian society, and corinthian pond anniversary with planned services, prayers, and expositions.

British Take Back Villers-Bretonneux in Allied Counterattack

Reported near Ypres and Mont Kemmel fight scenes show British and French lines holding ground after German assaults. Official notes claim heavy losses for the Germans while Allied forces press defense and counterattacks along the Somme and Avre sectors with thousands of prisoners and captured guns.

Picard Ypres Berlin Mont Kemmel Wulverghem Somme Montdidier de Hague Giermany Thloiland Iliuster Lerlin Podin Bellin London Tuys Viluegelhock Zethune Festubert Somaine Villers-Breto Enen Aeth Mneus Canton

Bis Penn Meet Opens Amid Whirls of Contests

Text describes a two day Penn meet with athletes from colleges along the Mississippi amid carnival atmosphere. Key figures include Notre Dame, Swarthmore, Dartmouth, and University of the South, with contenders from Penn State and other eastern colleges aiming for top events and varsity honors.

University of Fear Yvonne Mawrkse Tahgaaroy Mississippi River Cole Lopos Midss J. Jans Berry Witten

Brandegee Attacks Wilson Over Executive Authority

Brandegee criticizes President Wilson for expanding executive power without legislative approval. Highlights debates over Overman bill and wartime production authority. Senators from Arkansas and others express support for vesting John PD with powers to lead production for the war department amid calls to refine authority and restraint.

MaGotins Bernnava Rapuely Charles Riva Warkworth Lenin Woelsworth New York Semrers Thos Coteortdo I Wirby Arkansas Militirs Committee John PD Iyi Aiperad Seater bToa Bret Jae

Unclear Nichols News Ties Exhibit Mixed Signals

Fragmented OCR style item mentions Nichols V Mi oh A exhibition, a calendar of events, and local names like TAFT and TYBEE. Readable parts reference community activities, dining, and subscriptions. The piece lacks coherent structure and concrete outcomes.

Nichols V Mi Oh Taryn Besibership Tawia Dlaydens TAFT Ba Winery Tide Elites Macedo Abi Mab Yemen

Thrilling stunt on city skyscraper draws 25,000 crowd

Gardiner in a white suit climbed to a platform on a under-construction Liberty Loan building as Frank O Rourke and Henry Hincks spoke the message to 25,000 listeners. Wells of Dilicutts warned of mortar and stone risks. The crowd heard calls to buy Liberty Bonds to support the loan.

Tional Gardiner Frank O’ Rourke Henry W. Hincks Chirciner New York City Hall Brooklyn Woolworth Broadwiy Wells of Dilicutts Pevulinng Duculties Liberty Building Opie Tose Itis Enenies Pruyidert

Resolutions of Regret Over Pastor Rees Departure

The Stilley Afemarid church at New ain draws resolutions of regret over Rev. Rees resigning to pursue work in a larger field. They commend his faithful ministry at Stanley Memorial church and express confidence he will find support in his new field. A copy of the resolution will be entered in church minutes and sent to Mr. Rees.

Trevdines Rees Rings Gay Congregational Church Stilley Afemarid Chiurch Newain Moyflees Deridgeporkh Metius Lake MM. C. A Ives Stanley Memorial Jesus Christ Ohim Timmer Field

Devens Students At Target Practice At Camp Mor tar Field

Specific students from the 204th infantry train at the divisional schools taking part in target work at the trench mortar field. Eighteen mortar dummy rounds used. Troops from several regiments engage in maneuvers, often meeting others in the woods by mistake. Women contribute stones for a monument, bringing total to seven stones.

Carlp Devens 204Th Infantry Idoa

Juvenile Court Pressure Ties to Spoor Project

The article reports Judge Ben Lindsey of Denver directing preparations for the George W Spoor feature Young America. It notes the juvenile court influence on the production process, with Arthur Berthelet and others shaping the approach. The piece suggests a conflict between court methods and cinematic portrayal, amid broader courtroom reform discussion.

Young America George W Spoor Ben Lindsey Denver Arthur Berthelet al Warn Pudite Lindsay Dean Directlaes Lamales Lindsay Hantes Pirielar Berthetet Jidee Lindsay Boshead

Daring Sally on Whole Evolved Aboard Vindictive Mission

The Associated Press recounts Commander Alfred Carpenter aboard the cruiser Vindictive during a raid on Zeebrugge. Amid heavy shellfire, marines and storming sailors boarded the Mole using a wood ramp and special buffers, engaging German shore batteries and enemy troops in close combat.

Tlarbor Alfred VT. Charpenter Azebrugge Carpenter Vindictive Ykoward Killigge Kinek Cubmarine Lintenxnosfon Dungy

Metro Theatre Announces The Armine Of One Future

Metro unveils its season with HPowy, Hihel Daa and Emily Stivens starring in The Andermine of One Future. The lineup emphasizes contemporary drama and notable actors in a bold new repertory program.

Metro Hihel Emily Stivens

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