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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Aug 14, 1920
Page
7
The New Haven schedule outlines using idle freight locomotives to ease congestion. Engines currently off-rail will be redeployed, with 1306 cars and assorted box and open cars set for immediate relight service as available.
The Master Builders association plans an outing and dinner at the Oak Club on August 16. The committee will arrange a program of entertainment and attractions to draw a large attendance.
In South Norwalk on August 1 a tree in Mrs. Antio EB Byrnes yard was struck by lightning during an electrical storm. The heavily laden greenings tree was cooked by the bolt, and freshly baked pies were taken for breakfast by residents of the city.
Assistant Secretary Edward Mora of the Chamber of Commerce will depart today for a two week vacation focused on an intensive civics course at the city bureaucratic academy of Wisconsin.
The report notes a continued swing from the ranks of Democrats toward Republicans as registrars face a surge in new registrations. Officials warn of possible delays as Friday’s voter work shows more citizens seeking to register. In Carol region, registrars anticipate a busy day with many names added to rolls.
In port Witt a steamer brings a cargo of fish totaling 1300 barrels or about 264,606 pounds though much of it is reported as inedible due to bones. The vessel notes 309 barrels or 100,000 pounds aboard but plans to complete loading to meet the 1,300 barrel goal.
The Chamber of Commerce Kiwanis and Rotary clubs will host a reception for Brigadier General Clarence Ry Edwards, commander of the Yankee division, at Strudele notes on Triday August 20 during a celebration of the American Legion announced yesterday. General Howards will speak, with Holmes Wolfe Ralph McEddowney and Fren A Cantwell on the committee.
A local vendor promotes corned beef varieties including boneless rolled cuts with a touch of fat for flavor. Prices start at 10 cents per pound with other cuts available to suit all tastes, emphasizing Herbig's superior quality.
A bond of 100000 dollars was posted in a breach of delivery case involving Detereast and Mein Ced and delivery of 20 autos. The case references blue timber and Abraham Hagler in connection with the attachment released by bond.
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