This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 11 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Dec 01, 1920
Page
4
A New York based employer seeks 30000 from a New Haven road in a civil action claiming the company bore responsibility for a Saybrook area accident. The plaintiff alleges multiple injuries and seeks ten thousand dollars for each claim in a connected suit.
A local report states death resulted from heart trouble rather than home brewed liquor. The article notes investigations into homemade spirits reportedly consumed by several people, with initial speculation of intoxicant involvement but ultimately attributing the fatal cause to heart disease amid questions about the drink’s role.
Ledger entries for New Haven County reveal hefty costs and an unbalanced drift. Jail expenditures reach 103,859 dollars while overall balances appear strained, with several figures indicating insufficient revenue to cover liabilities and an unstable financial position at Waterbury court.
A 9 year old boy died in Hartford after being struck by a car. The incident happened on a city street as the vehicle dragged the boy several feet before stopping. Police are investigating and no charges have been announced yet.
Waterbury November coroner probes death of 25 year old electrician Syria Smith who was repairing insulation on a high tension wire when accidentally electrocuted. Coroner Joan Manzini has referred the investigation to authorities. Smith had worked two years for the Scovil company.
A partial clipping reports a fatal incident at a railway crossing west of Willimantic station. The driver, employed by a gas company, died after a freight train accident at the crossing near Austin. The fragment cites risky crossing conditions and a connection to the Willimantic branch of the company.
General Motors announces the selection of Du Pont to assume the presidency. The move follows a period of internal discussions and strategic review at GM, with the appointed executive expected to guide corporate direction and leadership transitions.
Unclear transcription notes workers in Hmocknon Mass seeking higher pay as employers consider wage cuts. The fragment hints at job roles like dressers and packers and a response from management amid labor pressure.
The Ivoryton shop ceases operations due to insufficient orders causing closure. Report notes disruptions to staff and local business impact with uncertain dates and unclear details.
A court action is heard over a claim of $870 for services or goods. Plaintiff Michael M Teh seeks payment from the defendant for an outstanding bill. Evidence was presented as the parties contest the debt and its terms.
A garbled OCR fragment lists numerous street names and addresses including Stratford Avenue and Davidson Street. It mentions job aggregation and cites several unclear names and places, but the overall meaning is obscured by errors and missing context.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.