Work in Sight for Jobless Men in Bridgeport
Several hundred men will work under a 9 hour day plan at 30 cents an hour on a relief project in Bridgeport. Directed by the Director of Public Works, the effort aims to repair streets and improve drainage with a list of prioritized routes announced. The program, funded by a 1923 valley fund, marks the largest employment effort under this fund to date as crews begin grading, paving, and improving main avenues and residential streets.
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Bridgeport
Angus F. Thorne
Garfeld Avenue
Madison
Park Avenue
Woodside Avenue
Vincelette Street
Park
Capitol
Brooklawn Avenue
Evergreen Street
Lindie Housatonic Avenue
Slain
Stodt Streets
Morris Street
Broonawn Avenue
Saring
Orchard
East Main
Wohituer
Fairfield Avenue
Huisserth
Armenys
Beethmont Avenue
Exra Street
Davis Avenue
Ellsworth
Amnesia Patient Seeks Hospital Amid Unclear Details
Fragmented OCR text describes an amnesia incident with a potential veteran at Ox-880. Witnesses note confusion and requests for assistance as authorities pursue clarification of the patient’s identity and place, with tenuous links to a vow or home setting.
White Sox Players Cleared of Guilty Verdicts
Reported jury findings said several White Sox players including Buck Weaver and "Swede" Risberg were acquitted or not guilty in the scandal case. The defense questioned incriminating testimony as records and evidence were presented, with the trial proceeding to the jury for final determination.
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Claude Wilkens
Aman
Gann Chames
Risterz
George “Buck Weaver
Jon Jackson
Oscar Haypy Felsch
A Flaitage
Willams
W Brown
Boston
Streinerst
Carl Zork
Waa
Fis
Tel Wert
W. Gandil
Weaver
Filsbere
Belvo
Lel Ty Attery Berges
Tad
Zork
Receiver seeks quick sale and stock pledge amid court action
Conti from Pago chin reports a chaotic court proceeding over a jitney line assets, a possible receiver appointment, and attempts to secure shares and bank funds. Attorneys dispute validity of checks from a garage noting partial payments, with witnesses detailing deposits and ledgers while the court weighs continued operation permits.
Y Boys' Secretary Resigns Position in Bridgeton Era
Myron B. Nichols resigned as secretary amid WWI era service at Bridgeton. Directors express regret at his departure as he prepared to move to Albany. Nichols had served in the Army, attended training, and held a wartime role before discharge.
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Myron B. Nichols
Leavins
Nichols
Bridgetter
Cabroury
Secretariog i
Atti Caunwoch
Cotamissig Ag
Elowen Edra
Beerphars
Osweye
Tariff Protections Sought by Lage Makers Amid Trade Debate
Amid a noisy policy debate, Lage makers press for tariff protection to shield their industry from imports. The discussion references evolving supply chains, potential costs to buyers, and the need to sustain domestic production while weighing broader economic impacts.
Unclear OCR fragment reports violence and arrests
Fragmentary text mentions denied drink, throwing stones, police tips, and multiple arrests. Context is garbled with names and places missing, rendering specifics uncertain.
Market Opening Delayed By Fire In 1920 Exchange
A historical report notes the Wall Street market delayed opening after a fire sparked by the September 16, 1920 explosion, recalling previous suspensions from snowstorms and wartime raids. It mentions rare closures since 1873 and the earlier 1819 market year postponement. The piece ties the episode to fires near the exchange and a brief extinguishing of flames.
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Willy Tines
Omeinia
Wall Trent
Witszarad
Maren Taras
Bridgeport bus service resumes on all routes schedule
Bridgeport bus lines will operate from morning until night with hourly departures from 9 18 AM and every hour thereafter. Buses will run from the plan to the far end without restrictions, integrating with the new transportation association and pending council approval.
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Tater
Court of Appeals
Bridgeport En Haven
Plana
Bridgeport
Samuel Silvergirl
Ieate Bus Association
Treat
Gemiion Council
Bodies of Two War Heroes Arrive Here
The remains of Morrissey and another fallen soldier arrive, identified as Morrissey 28 of 1578 Fairfinid Avenue and a Sergeant Tuhu 2. Both served with Company A of the Marton Gon Rate tallon. One service member died in France on August 6, 1978, during World War II. A note mentions the birth of a Japanese baby and a distant reference to furniture for new linings.
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Marrisre
Yasteray Privarn MeGuliness
San
Mtb
Bernard McCninners
Syraptard
I Neon
Marton
Morrissey
Williem Morrissey
Vairfinid Avenue
Sonthany
Caruso Sets Endurance Record Among Opera Stars
Italian tenor Enrico Caruso emerged as a leading figure in opera, touring Italy and Europe before a breakthrough in New York on November 15, 1908. He faced vocal doubts but achieved lasting Metropolitan fame, earning substantial per-formance sums and securing notable dignitary recognition in a celebrated career.
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Fiafico Caruso
Aong
America
Mayes
Guy- Hielaio Vergine
Amino Francesco
Thaly and
Siciy
St Peteraburg
Warsaw
Rome
Trevon
Paris
Lennon
Reading
Titropolitan
Onera Hove
New York
Rigaletto
Maruso
Naples
France
Ingsaba
Squne
Jesser
Grau
Carusg
Caruad
Ligbon
Amerior
Heinrich Conried
Mr. Gran
Metropolit
Caraga
Erecs
Atlantic
Alhough
Qaruso
Carrar
Havana
Rum Conspiracy to be Disclosed In Conference
Forestral officials asserted they were justified in taking charge of the vessel by evidence of conspiracy in their possession. A reported transfer to British registry of the carrier Gloucester Asherman was being investigated. One crewman claimed the vessel had been renamed, but federal agents said no supporting evidence was offered.
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Antifrar
Aegerenccon
Trina Rely Benght
Sudta
Agerecary
Ube
Usancisten
Robert H. Guuki
Lucca
Ang
Bliis Ribben
Paul
Succa
Steen
Wiliam F. Bull
Blue Ribbon Garage
Bull
Jenny
Callimore
Anukkeoner
Bus Corporation
Ta Othe Stein
Tre Pesel
Bank Acontrot
Caik
Dus Corporation
Caliimere
Attarnes Gould
Borkkeener
Klein
Isaas
Isaacs
CIA
Berk
Samuel Lugisna
Tapang
Eli
Egnyeren
Asien
Bridgeport
Harmony
Hell
John W. iTihhert
Jltneyien
Fvltgenort
Thesannieli
Hascent
Tiefete Ander
Bridgepirt Bus Association
SPS
Cox
Engeree- Wwenkor
Thomas
Dhe
Tee
New Haven
Smith
Ia Waleriry Tipit T
Theva Miller
Robert T. Hitches
Atite Vollee
Jorney Haywaen
Red Cross Officer Accused of Revolt Activity in Russia
Associate Press reports from Tiga Arizona say American Red Cross commissioner Edward Ww Tyas faced accusations in Sevmnion and Baltic ports that he instigated anti Bolshevik actions during a winter incident at Wronstadt. Senator Joseph France and Pr Ryan were named in discussions as police pursued formal charges.
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RED Cross
Russia
TIGA
Arfore
Bertahostnisht
Joseph T. France
Marelani
Edward Ww. Tyas
Sevmnion
Pas American Red Cross
Baltic
Vdk
Wronstadt
Avar
Apitova Cyedenem
Tir
Fate
Boishevik
Ani
Sera
Rnighoviki
Reyne
coMelal
Stuitas
France
Terknas
Tiepe Benator
Beales
Seata Loy
Kenntor
Ryan
Three Men Held for Sid Hatfield Killing
Three men, George Heine, William S. Talera, and another unnamed, were held for trial in the Sid Hatfield case. The judge set a date for a special grand jury, with proceedings expected in October during the regular term.
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Sid Hatfield
Wither
Ma Anna
Phi Nem
BO Bivedy
George Heine
William S. Talera
Sid
Sida
Iy Invertheater
Wileo
Catober
Balifield
Champeraere
Indertay
Caruso Death Shapes National Memorial Plan
Plans for a Caruso memorial foundation emerge after his death. The Order of Sons of Italy in America considers a theater and training program to aid young singers and performers nationwide. Dr Stefano Miele, national wrater, notes proceeds would fund the effort and urges participation from Italian Americans.
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Millon
Metropolitan Opera
Aawse
At National Caruso Omamorial
Miele
Garusa Foundation
Nationalinivs
Mielro
Marisa
Owline
Caruso death linked to abscess and Italy surgery
A New York report details conflicting surgical accounts of Enrico Caruso’s death. Doctors say an abdominal abscess formed between his liver and diaphragm, with Italy’s operation on the right side and American doctors noting failed prior efforts.
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New York
Barron Caruso
Jsalvin
de Soto
Caruso
Vanderbilt
John F. Brarmann
West Fifty-second Street
Italy
Erdmann
Tovice
Seit
Adas
Mirdmann
Antonio Stelle
Carus
Stella
Samus W. Lambert
Francs Murray
America
Greenwich
Carnes
Dr. Stella
Kathrels New
Svetla
Thalys
Pravucesea
Trentad
Caruen
Jared
Registrars Ready for Voters Enrollment in Fall Primaries
Registrars White and Lounsbury prepare for voter enrollment for the fall primaries. Reregistration starts Friday and runs through August 13. The registrar’s office will be open for primary enrollment daily from noon to 9 pm EST, with Sundays off and Saturday hours aligned with the period.
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White
Lounsbury
Ofice
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