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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Aug 21, 1920

Page

2

Stratford Caucus Favors Prolific Delegation Races

Stratford plans a lively caucus as residents campaign to represent the town at a series of upcoming conventions. Four delegates will be chosen for the senatorial, congressional, probate, and state conventions, with four candidates each racing for spots and party supporters backing potential selections. Strong Republican candidates include T F Delacour F F Blake and F M Blakeman, Warner, St over, and others, amid anticipated rivalries and town unity behind favored contenders.

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Hungarian Fears of Romanian Rule Across Transylvania

Describes Romanian actions in newly annexed Transylvania with reports of deportations, mass arrests, public floggings, and labor requisitions. Claims widespread oppression of Hungarians, Catholics, Protestants, workers, and youth, with alleged provocations by Romanian authorities and staged delegations to deceive observers.

Corporal Prince Listed as Dead In Bulletin Reading

Corporal Arthur Prinea of the 20th United States Infantry was reported dead in a bulletin issued by the American War Department. He had recently arrived at the Winnish front after months in Soviet Ftua Ma and could not provide information about 25 other men. Prinea had seen no other American soldiers during his captivity and plans to return to the United States via Cuba.

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Fractured skulls in balcony fall injuries reported

Two men suffered serious head injuries in separate balcony falls yesterday. Clorman Tiorman, 90 Wheeler Avenue, tumbled from a balcony and sustained a brain injury with skull fracture, later taken to St Vincents Hospital in critical condition. Mary Elem, 40, of 90 River Street, received facial and skull fractures after a fall near a veranda and was admitted to St Vincent’s Hospital in stable condition that night.

Ulling Tana St. Vicentis

New Organization of Voters Formed

A meeting of the First Voters leagues was held in the law offices of John A. Cornell town chairman of the Democratic party. The movement has attracted many young men who will vote for the first time in the presidential election. William Green a Columbia University student spoke as leader. The league aims to recruit and enroll first time voters and holds weekly meetings. Franke Stapleton was elected president with Raymond Goates named secretary and treasurer.

John A. Cornell Democritic Party Phils Conlie Mio William Green Columbia University Columb Onc & Werokant Pers Franke Stapleton North Washington Avenue Presiderd Raymond Goates Stratford Avenue

Poles Pursue Retreating Reds in Poland Meeting

Dispatches report ongoing negotiations in London with plenipotentiaries for a second Warsaw meeting. Envoys Juasmand and Lord Abernon travel from Posen to Warsaw as General Wrangel allegedly renews offensives in Southern Russia amid continued Allied support to Poland despite labor opposition.

London Ma Plenipstentlartes M. Juasmand Pronoh Poland D.abernon Lirkien Mussion Warsaw Posen Wraneol Russia Iabor Amercans Sovices Brussels

Reds and Poles face terms on peace confers with demobilization plans

London reports outline Bolshevik and Polish positions calling for Polish independence and full land grants while Russia renounces con tributions. Demobilization targets set the Polish army at 60 000 with a guard force of workers. Poland would control agriculture, bridges, and border regions with freedom of transit and railway recapture.

London Danishevsky iBolshevik Tehttcherin Louison Ruslan Ukraine Poland Eas Wialydtock Vigie Muha Ningatre See Ulsdon Stultune Knablin Ukalio Oops Nowtral Zone Artiela Polih

Harding Regards Root as Guide Amid League Debates

Fragmented OCR text shows Harding referenced as guide with a focus on League functioning and comments from President Wilson. The passage mentions a fraternal meeting, limited visitors, and an afternoon session with plans for a public letter from Gillan Russell relating to league matters.

Wilsou Carmel

Discuss Coal But Take No Action

The report notes a discussion among dealers and purchasing agents at the Chamber of Commerce about coal supplies and possible embargoes or fuel measures. It states there was little prompt action or firm policy, with concerns over shortages, funding, and the potential for a winter shutdown if demand and prices remain unsettled.

Daca Teldgeport Dela Mare

Vindicates Firing By the Soldiers in Alamance County Jail

Report to Governor Pickell by investigating committees justifies firing by the militia units during the Alamance county jail assault amid deaths and injuries. The inquiry praised the soldiers conduct as exemplary, while noting several onlookers were innocent and that machine gunners were ordered to the scene to protect prominent figures amid an attack in the county.

Craik Avery En Ray Hadah Wils Palins Clem Bradshaw Theoenegra Bisanera Munanea

Auto Bandits Grab $18000 Payroll in New York Heist

In New York on August 20 three armored car bandits ambushed workers at the Pypewriter company on Sixty-ninth Street between Avenue A and the river. They seized the payroll, about $18,000, and fled. one robber fired shots as guards pursued, but the satchel with the money was recovered by an employee. Detectives described the suspects as well dressed and uninjured.

New York Aim Drumsmond Vlora Iela Zrisis Theca Hiin Tover Alieta Tovey John Durne Seventh Street

Cotton Goods Trade Group Formed by New England Finishers

Cloth finishers have organized the Cotton Goods Trade Association to combat rail congestion and rising freight costs. The body, formed in recent days, will have headquarters in the south and will advise on heat methods, rolling, and shipping pools. Arthur M. Arr, longtime agent of the New England Cotton Institute, serves as treasurer. officers include President Enoncer Borden Jr of Taunton, Vice President Silvey Cooliture of Lowell, Secretary F H Walker of Providence, and Director Joseph W N Meen of Taunton.

New England Tate Associaon Tha Association Denry M Wneland Cutton Arkwright C'Inh Reston Manana Enoncer Borden, Jr Wall Duncan Trangdon Lonsdale Joseph WN MM Meen Taunton Fhi Walker Providence

Battleship Squadron Anchors in Hudson New York

The third battleship squadron of the Atlantic fleet arrives in New York Harbor from Newport News. Flagship Admiral Henry 8. Wilson leads ships Docked for open inspection by visitors. Crews receive leave during the celebration period. Additional ships from California Nevada Florida and Delaware counties join the fleet in the Atlantic area. The battleship Martha Dakota completed its joining voyage.

New York Tod Hedreadnanghe Pennavivanin Ytonry Wilson Newpor Thawarabapa Nevada Florida Delaware Marth Dakota

Massachusetts Treasurer I's Under Fire in His Own Party

Massachusetts Treasurer Burrell faces renewed pressure from Republicans amid disclosures of involvement with advertising and banking ties tied to state funds. The Republican executive committee at the State Republican Club urged a Monday meeting to discuss disqualification threats and possible independent candidates.

Massachusetts

Dillon Elated by Victory of Suffragists

Dillon speaks after a victory for suffragists, condemning a two day adjournment and urging Republicans to unite in mobilizing support for equal suffrage, while Secretary Colby claims 18th amendment progress is in sight and a new legislative push is expected. Separately a denial from Th Whitsey Warren says no split exists between Gabriele d Annunzio and the National Council of Flame, clarifying alleged tensions were misreported.

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Americans Honored in Lorraine Reception at Metz Cathedral

Americans parade through Lorraine towns as General Berthyat and Bishop Vel welcome U.S. visitors. Marshal Toch and Ambassador Wallace plan gala at the opera house after a public holiday declaration. French and American officials attend the welcome procession with flowers and singing.

Terynlaes Provinia of Lorraine Kalylds of Columbus Whey Manly Janes Aherty Berthyat Aecam Knights Kort Saint Quentin Cii Pelt Mora Metz Kalahbi Marshal Toch H Ugh C. Wallace Fiora Tha Opera House Mreneh Amarin Tiuuale

Vegetables Prices Fall Across Markets Report

Prices for onions and cabbage drop as department of agriculture notes overall lower costs in New York and surrounding areas. Weak demand and higher yields push vegetable prices down, with onions around seventy cents and cabbage about twenty per ton, while fruit prices show mixed movements in western markets.

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Bridgeport Team Wins Seagirt Rifle Match

Bridgeport's Company Moot Guarda captured the championship at Seagirt Marlhor with a 481 score of 500. The Old Guard of New York placed second with 469. Private Charles W. Tarrson achieved a perfect 100 in the individual match, while Private We lam 3 Ranaldson earned a top score of 8 out of 2 positions.

Spring Lake N. T Moot Guarda of Bridgeport Old Guard of New York Charles W. Tarrson Welam Ranaldson jCueds

L. J. Bailey Named to Succeed Frank Burke

Washington Ang appointment of Lewis T as assistant director of the bureau follows Frank Burke's resignation to join the slipping board. Bailey, previously in charge of the Atlanta section, is announced tonight by Attorney General Tumor.

Washington, Ang Lewis T. 1 Frank Burke Gener Tumor Bailey Atlanta Atlica

Weather forecast for New Jugland and New York region

Cloudy conditions with Saturday sun, Saturday night showers, and Sunday rain possible along the coast. North winds across several areas, with partly cloudy intervals and no significant temperature change. Observations reference the 76th meridian and the New Haven weather line system in the latest almanac edition.

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Shipping Board Seeks Coal Aid as Jitneymen Wait

The Shipping Board chief spoke with officials about coal costs and distribution. Government and private vessels face high prices and rail delays while jitneys and transit crews await next moves amid port congestion. Local drivers face arrests for license and vehicle issues as Congress hurried new laws.

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