30 Apr 1920
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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Apr 30, 1920
Page
1
Bridgeport fans filled Newfield Park despite threatening weather as the Americans beat the Waterbury Brasscos 7 to 4 in the Eastern League opener. Winton led the club with a homer and a brisk pace, while Mayor Wigon did not throw the first ball.
Paris reports Dr Raymond Fassot and Dr Herpit claim a simple operation can grow hair on John D Rockefeller’s head. They boast painless grafting from other body parts or donors, promising permanent regrowth with no aftereffects. The doctors previously touted removing double chins and reconstructive work.
Chicago April 29. Judge Landis imposed a 25 second sentence on Jesse Nash a man charged with tampering with the mails Nash admitted obtaining postage on letters written by his wife to another man He displayed the letter in court for readers Nash received the penalty and was released as time's up.
Miss Margaret Coumans faced a superior court trial for manslaughter after allegedly causing the death of Sterry Barry in a bath at a sanitarium in Wellesley where she worked as a nurse. The jury deliberated about four hours and twenty eight minutes before reaching a verdict.
Jimmy O'Malley, a 15 year old paralyzed student able to move only two fingers and a head, receives the War Department silver cup for best essay on What the Army Has to Offer a Young Man. The cup and gifts from a local bank Sheridan Recall and Knights of Columbus are presented by Colege Jackson of General Leonard Wand's staff at Spaulding school with 400 other disabled boys.
Three men held up a Fifth Avenue Bus Company cash office at Broadway and West 123rd Street in broad daylight, forcing two cashiers to surrender while a third rifled the till. They escaped with 1800 dollars as twenty five workers watched. The bandits fled in a waiting automobile after a taunting warning to seek help.
John Yourage a store proprietor at 618 William Street was robbed of $12 in change after a man entered the shop asking for cigarettes and paid with a forged bill. The assailant struck him with a stone, grabbed the money bag, and fled. Youngs was knocked unconscious briefly but not seriously harmed.
Cecil Singer, grandson of Isaac Singer founder of the Singer sewing machine empire, wed Laura Teresa Grovas of New York in a New York ceremony reported from Bridgeport. The bride, 19, is daughter of Mr and Mrs William Groves of East 38th Street. The groom is described as a British Army major and son of Paris Singer.
Joseph Dietz, recently from New York, sues Fischer & Capwell claiming he lost $1,225 over four nights of dice games at 44 Elm Street and was discharged by Fischer without wages of 18 dollars. The case involves alleged coded dice and a raid site tied to local investigations. an attachment of $1,000 against Fischer’s bank account was noted, with further legal actions against the firm. Dietz also alleges he was not paid $18 owed in wages after his dismissal. The complaint cites March 1920 play sessions and names facilities and individuals connected to the scheme. The matter is set for trial in Superior Court on the first Tuesday in June, with related proceedings before Justice Geduldig on May 14.
Dr Lyman Abbott editor of Gutlock and travel companion of the late Col Theodore Roosevelt will speak at 4 o clock in the High School auditorium on May 4. The event is a public tribute to the memory of Americanism with speakers Portia Willece Sudza John Pullman and Mayor Wiegon among organizers. Coroner John J Phelan chairs the executive committee directing the affair.
Seven year old Besile Celttenden of Wingshest ran across Felificla avenue to summon help for his mother who had sprained her ankle after stepping from a jitney. He was hit by Farnest Lektan, chauf feur for Archnaid McNel Sr, as he darted across the street. Emergency doctors treated the boy at the scene and aided his mother.
During a San Diego stop the Prince of Wales faced a reprimand over a breach of decorum. The incident sparked rumors that previous U S visits were delayed by a plan to crown him king, dampening expectations for further U S tours by the youthful prince.
Washington April 23 Republicans debate a sales tax as part of relief funding. The Ways and Means committee drafts the measure with Yous North Dakota and Frear Wisconsin leading a conference with insurgents to oppose the plan. Withdrawal leaves Republicans short by one vote. Democrats and Republicans clash over a one percent levy and loom of a larger federal relief bill.
The Woonsocket Jamber company, a subsidiary of United States Rubber, announced a pay increase effective next Monday. The raise applies to 5,204 employees at its Woonsocket and Days, Mass. plants.
Yale undergraduates will hold a mock Republican convention in Woolsey Hall on an evening in May. The event aims to illustrate the political organization and procedural mechanics of such gatherings. A Republican National Committee has been named to arrange details and supervise the convention, which will include an order of business, committee reports, and organization, with a keynote speaker expected to be James approximating the Chicago meeting.
In London a mob disrupts the first performance of J Harley Manners's play Night in Rome. The crowd’s interruptions stalled the curtain after 32 seconds of act two. Manager Charles Cochrain intervened as patrons clashed, and the audience dispersed in uproar.
Princess Nutela Yasilivleka Trouhetzkoy Was married today to Captain Wallace Stinis Scuty of Milyvauiseo at the Naval hospital with attendants present. The Russian princess, known for her frontline work, received decoration for service on a historical front as Russian music accompanied the ceremony.
Governor Smith grants clemency to four condemned inmates after Supreme Court advice and a confession. Inmates at Sing Sing were to dine on what would be their last meal as news of clemency arrived by phone, ending a tense day in the deathhouse and sparing four men from execution two weeks away.
Reported by state departments today that Mexican rebels, former federal garrison officers and men, seized Chihuahua City. American cruisers Selem and Sacramento moved toward Marathin and Tampico to protect citizens and property, with no official reports yet on the situation at the two ports. General Callies and Miguel Samatigo reportedly altered loyalties, while Carranza troops were said to be preparing and a pass near Agua Prieta, Sonora, was key to entering from the Sonora side. Juarez remained tranquil as uncertainty persisted about garrison attitudes toward the Sonora revolt.
Johnson headquarters and counsel prepared to pursue a recount in New Jersey counties tied to the Wood campaign. Officials cited Camden Gloucester Cape May and Morris as areas where the state’s election machinery was under party control and may have affected Johnson’s totals.
The American relief commission reports Americans in Aintab under Turkish siege since April 1. Turks seek to seize buildings used against the French, risking American lives. Bristol orders neutral stance and safety for Americans while avoiding alignment with French or Turks.
Thomas Kandor of 987 Wordin Avenue was arrested for operating a motorcycle without a license. Harry Carleday of 19 Roselle Fairfield faced arrest for driving without a license and without appropriate power permits.
Springfield Mass April 24 The Federal Land Bank of Springfield issued a statement predicting a serious decrease in food production in New England and other northern states due to a labor shortage and transportation delays. It cites delayed supplies of seeds fertilizers and equipment, with crops and livestock production and farm incomes expected to fall.
In Liverpool on April 29 Irish factions urged workers to halt traffic unless prisoners were released from Wormhood Scrubba prison. Most men returned to work this afternoon with many substitutes used. A brief stoppage occurred as Irish boats were held up temporarily.
Fragmented April outlook shows prices edging up after earlier delays while consumers face cautious optimism. Federal Reserve signals ongoing inflationary trend despite pockets of restraint, with wage momentum kept high and policy prospects uncertain.
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