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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Aug 20, 1923

Page

13

Porto Rico Gains During 25 Years Under U S Flag

The article traces Puerto Rico’s 25 years under the American flag, noting the 1898 war’s outcome, the Foraker Act civil government, and eventual citizenship under the 1917 Jones Act. It discusses education, public schools, and Americanization through language, governance, and infrastructure while contrasting with Spanish rule and highlighting economic shifts and development on the island.

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Ridgefield Storage Plant Explosion Stuns Town

Eyewitness accounts describe a catastrophic blast at a Ridgefield storage facility. Firefighters and local responders evacuated residents as the building collapsed and a wall and doors were damaged. investigators probe cause and potential injuries.

Williams Matled Letter On Y. F. W. Hospital Charges

A Veterans of Foreign Wars meeting discussed charges against the West Point hospital. Williams said a communications analysis would be sent, and Commander Dollings mentioned receiving the message but did not reveal its contents.

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Autoist endangers lives on Post Road

A five ton truck driven by John Chaps of 1261 Boston Road New York raced down Post Road at about forty miles per hour. He was arrested by Sanford police for operating while under the influence and will be tried tomorrow in city court. Accidents were avoided due to timely actions by officers and other motorists.

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Murder charge tied to kidnapping case in York

In York a woman faces first degree murder and kidnapping charges after a baby carriage theft ended in the infant’s death. Police say the suspect abducted another child, described as a two month old, from a store while the mother shopped, and the baby died after hospital treatment. A witness identified a woman who watched the carriage and described the suspect to authorities.

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Ridgefield Boy Hurt as Horse Runs Away

Jon Porter, six years old, of the Wea Mountain district, received two broken ribs and several minor injuries when his horse bolted after an automobile on Short street Saturday afternoon. He was thrown from the wagon and revived by bystanders before being taken home.

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National Survey of Employment Encouraging Across Industries

Lug 22 reports a nationwide employment survey for July showing a generally healthy outlook and strong optimism across industries. Director General F. P. Jones notes improved employment, with only slight unemployment increases in some sectors and notable gains in manufacturing and transportation amid vacation slowdowns. Counties and cities indicating elevated employment include Springfield, Kansas City, Flint, Atlanta, Seattle, Jersey City, Louisville, Boston, Newark, Reading, Dayton, and New York, among others, with varied sector shifts across rail, food, machinery, and metal products.

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All Year Employment Plan Explained by Proct Nationwide

A New York Times report discusses the Prevtor & able Baap company experiment in stabled employment. It outlines worker stock ownership, profit sharing, pensions, and eight hour days, with employee boards and management conferences shaping the plan.

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Appeals Made for Protective Tariff and Military Strength

A speech mix notes James W. Gerard arguing for a strong army and protective tariff. Speakers include Senator Herbert Pell, Governor Connell, and Congressman Connell. Gerard urged hiring experts to defend policy and keep influence limited amid German tensions.

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Woodbury Paper Sold And Ownership Transfer Reported

Woodbury papers pass to Ho Wisher saxer of Lil Heid Maguire 5 Freeman, with Knox’s role ending. New management under Tew wworrship promises edit duties, fronting changes in Septembee. The text mentions evolving paper design and trim details alongside fashion notes on plain frocks and white collars.

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