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Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Dec 01, 1919

Page

7

Local church conducts widow and grave visitation program

On November 30 Sadde and TeXcurions Ray describe organized personally conducted visits to soldiers' graves. The effort includes floral tributes by ushers and mourners, with hospital train trips and church processions to honor relatives of men who died in service. Free tickets are provided for expenses related to the trip.

Tre Churchivs Nee Charlie Cress Victoria Tien

Salton Sea Link Shrinks Across Imperial Valley

Nov 30 report notes rapid shrinkage of the Salton Sea in the Imperial Valley. Water retreating about a mile per year over five years, exposing land to homesteaders with stakes planted far out on the drying bed. The sea lies 164 feet below ocean level and supports fish and wildlife as capital projects loom to use the area for recreation and development.

Los Ancheles Salton Sea Whith Tocal Arizona Unilei & Agriculture Department of Sayy

Turkish Wives Sell at Fifteen Cents Net Cash

American experts in Istanbul assess the Ottoman Empire’s finances as fundamentally sound. They note Turkey did not default on debt and that revenue collection rose, funded by taxes though collection systems caused delays. The analysis argues political aims influenced finance and that strong revenues were sufficient for stable governance despite war relics.

Constantinople Cperts Ottoman Empire Turkey Toans Itias Turker Kna Jin

Raymond W Harris Post Plans Election Activities

Raymond W Harris Post prepares for elections and announces a membership drive adding thirty eight new members. Framing events include baseball, football, swimming, rowing, bowling, and shooting with participation encouraged among all members. Assistant Charles S Membarn notes organizational leadership changes as Conner and Lorudetshkend travel and Sergeant Major MoeRedimoand fills lower ranks.

Uday Post Guo Devender Rowley Charles S. Membarn Promot Ag Fey Conner Gob Lorudetshkend New York Visibing Ff MoeRedimoand Lower

First Protestant Church in South Ammon Reo de Fanetho

Historical notes claim the first Protestant church in South America was built in the city to serve a growing congregation. Descriptions mention a dwelling-like exterior with yard space and two pulpit openings, reflecting early architectural choices and religious liberty debates.

South Ammon Fanetho Christ Church South Ameria

Prominent names in bid for Courter Glass successor

Report lists Russell Keffingwell Charles Summer Hamlin Swager Sherley and Oscar A. Price among potential appointees for secretary of the treasury after Courter Glass’s resignation. Leffingwell, Sherley and others are noted for recent work. Wilson and McAdoo stay closely involved.

Thussell CL. Treffingwem Charles Summer Hamlin Swager Sherley Oscar A. Price Courter Glass Boston Federal Reserve Board Shenley Railroad Administration Wilson W. G. McAdoo Treasure and Leffingwell Shorley Daniel Roper

Deportation Order For Emma Goldman Issued In Washington

The Department of Labor acting Secretary Louis Post ordered Emma Goldman deported. Commissioner Anthony Caminetto will seek sending her to her birthplace Massin. The action, announced by Caminetto, aims to deport Goldman on criminal anarchist charges. The case, bail, and potential Russia recommendation are noted along with related transcripts and political remarks.

Washington Faniris Goldman United States Luouis FL Secretary of Labor Anethony Caminetto Immigration Marini Goldivais Bureau of Tannigention Russia Leask Department of Istice Posies James Larkin Iris

Factories Not Worried Over Coal Shortage Headline

Bridgeport reports factories are not worried about coal shortages despite possible weather delays. Officials say current mining levels and supply lines are sufficient to meet demand for several months, with no imminent risk to production or deliveries.

Bridgeport Leao Tuo

Funeral today for Paul S. Pearsall of Washington

The funeral for Paul S. Pearsall a Washington D C resident with a summer home in Black Rock Crovers Avenue Crovers was to be held at 1 o clock this morning from his home The body would be taken to New York for burial at Woodlawn Cemetery He was in his fiftieth year son of Thomas W Pearsall banker and broker who died seven years ago leaving most of his fortune to his son He belonged to the Cheves Chase Club and the Metropolitan Club of Washington He is survived by his wife Martine Withborn Pearsall now living in Black Rock and a 12 year old stepson Philip Hichborn who attends school in Washington He entertained General Manards at his home during a visit to Bridgeport.

Paul S. Pearsall Washington, D. C Crovers Avenue Black Rock Black Roe New York Woodlawn Tiomas W. Fearsall Binker Washington Cheves Chase Club Hieo Martine Withborn Pearsall Philip Hichborn Schiool Mr. Pearsall General Manards Bridgaport

Suit Filed in Common Pleas Against H J Livermore

Rockwell and Company files damages suit in Common Pleas court against H J Livermore of 134 Terry Place seeking 250 dollars, claiming the defendant owes 159.35 dollars for merchandise.

Norwalk Hardware Sues J M Seymour for 800

Norwalk Hardware company sues J M Seymour of Norwalk claiming the defendant owes $800 dating from October 28. The case seeks recovery of the amount and related costs.

Norwalk Norwalk Hardware Company J. M. Seymour

Banish The Barberry Widely Eliminated In Towns

Towns have largely cleared barberry plants to stop wheat rust. Officials say cooperation with residents destroyed hundreds of barberry bushes under guidance from the United States Department of Agriculture. The weed has spread Rust in neighboring fields where barberries were found, a legacy noted in earlier Midwest and Lake region efforts.

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