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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Aug 19, 1920

Page

3

Lodge Replies to Polish Citizens' Urging War Aid

Senator Lodge sent a telegram as chairman of the Senate Foreign Affairs Committee expressing sympathy for Poles in distress. He emphasized U S relations are controlled by the President and noted warships dispatched to the Baltic to protect American lives and property. He suggested Congress would be called for a special session to decide whether to aid Poland or confront Russia.

Faliz River Mass Ave Lodge Hia Ute Senate Committee On Foreign Affairs Poland Dhe United States Calby Baltic Congress Russia

Clean-up white shoes at Fairfield Avenue sale

Clean-up white shoes ridgepod August 19 1920 offers ladies white nubuck rein cloth lace boots with cuban heels at 6.75 full lot. White reincloth pumps oxfords with cuban or military heels value 8 to 10 in second lot white nuback pumps baby Louis heels value 9 in first set. White canvas pumps and oxfords with low heels value 5 to 6 in second set. About 150 pairs broken sizes available at 2.85 while lasts on main floor Fairfield Ave.

Fairfield. Ave

Fairfield Man Sued By Delaware Tire Co

Fairfield resident George C Marvel is sued for 630 dollars in the Court of Common Pleas by Sterling of Rutherford Delaware. The claim rests on failure to pay for tires purchased three months ago. Josef Solomon of Fairfield faces a 1200 dollar suit in Bridgeport by Willa Wreliner to recover an 820 dollar loan. David May of New York seeks foreclosure on Elizbeth Colt’s Ridgefield property to satisfy a judgment plus collection costs totaling 675 dollars.

George C. Marvel Fairfield Court of Co Rutherford Del Marvel Josef Solomon Court of Common Plaas Willa Wreliner Bridgeport David May New York City Court of Common Pleas Elzabeth Colt Ridgefield

Salgon Owner Charged With Selling Whiskey

John Monteneran of Lexington Avenue faces a U S commissioner this morning on a violation of the Volstead Act. Prohibition officers found four pints of whiskey hidden behind a water tank hole in the bar last Friday night as 25 customers were present.

John Monteneran Lexinxton, Avenue U. S Hugh J. Lavery Monteneran Lexington Avenue Dhare

South Norwalk Robins Suffer from Gout

In South Norwalk on August 18, robins were observed limping on one leg during fights on the ground and in trees. Dr. Walsh reports gout caused by overindulgence, linked to a worm infestation surfaced by recent rains that led the birds to gorge themselves.

Norwalk Thomas F. Walsh Deg Warden

Falls To Her Death In Spokane Hotel

Mrs Helen O Donov an MacNemara a 68 year old New York City resident died in Spokane Washington after falling through the skylight into a hotel lobby from the promenade area She had complained of illness at a meal and left with two cousins and a sister while touring the West.

Spokane Wash Irs Hlien O'Donovan MacNemara New York City

Protest Higher Rates for Steamship Freights

Washington August 18 Shipping Board hearing heard protests against higher freight rates sought by Bicamenio companies. About sixty steamship operators on the Great Lakes and Atlantic and Gulf coasts under Shipping Board jurisdiction asked permission to raise rates by roughly one third.

Washington Shipping Board Great Lakes Atlantic Gulf

Regular European air service agreed by Danish German British Dutch

Four weekly flights planned between Copenhagen Hamburg Amsterdam and London after agreements among Danish German British and Dutch airlines. Berlin advices to the department of commerce report progress on establishing a practical route and timetable.

Washington Copenhagen Hamburg Amsterdam London Berlin Department of Commerce

Bound Over In Whiskey Transport Case Near Greenwich

Balvatora Sasso and Niccholas Scott were bound over to the next term of the U. S. District Court by Commissioner Hugh J. Lavery after arrest near Greenwich on August 10 for transporting a whiskey non amomoabile. Scott posted $500 bond, Sasso held on $300 bond. LAWN FETE: The Men’s League 2 the Black Rock Congregational church hosts a lawn race on church grounds tonight illuminated with Japanese lanterns. if stormy, the event moves to Friday.

Balvatora Sasso Niccholas Scott Greenwich U. S. District Court Hugh J. Lavery Scott Sasso Men's League Black Rock

Music urges Victrola Grafanola choices for home joy

At twilight the ad promotes Victrola, Sonora, and Columbia Grafanolas with prices from 25 to 350 dollars and 160 to 275 dollars for Sonoras and Grafanolas. Ten percent down delivers home delivery from the fourth floor frame.

Columbia

Wash dress clearance offers limited voiles and dresses

A local sale advertises plain and voile dresses in white, striped, dotted patterns with gaudie collars and tunic effects. Some dark figured voiles and dainty shades are offered at $25 to $29, with limited quantities available and bett voile dresses in dark tones described as good value.

Surplus Style Sweaters Featured in Center Sale

Readable items show three lot descriptions with surplus style sweaters in black and combined colors. Lot one notes black with long sleeves. lot two lists black, shad lawn, flame and navy sleeves. lot three describes a coat sweater tuxedo in black with long sleeves, located on the second floor center.

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