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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Dec 05, 1919
Page
6
The United States enters a grand jury phase in Indianapolis as the soft coal strike enters its 34th day of non production. Government actions threaten seizure of mines and enforcement of the Lever Act, with rail and utility curtailments widening the impact.
An official wireless communication from Moscow reporting on the seventh congress of the Soviets states that Denikine must be crushed. The message says there will be no interference, concessions offered but no peace that would undermine Soviet affairs. It notes readiness to negotiate under strict conditions with the United States, while maintaining firm stance.
An international conference discussion notes food shortages shaping European labor movements. British and continental workers face divergent conditions, with Isnehmed less threatened by starvation while continental areas like Trapani endure severe hunger, pushing England toward more conservative labor policy.
In London and other English towns church buildings are being repurposed as cinemas or similar venues due to declining attendance. At Torquay a former place of worship has been turned into a laundry, illustrating widespread conversion of churches into secular uses amid congregational disorganization.
The article discusses whether a Dempsey Carpentier bout can be staged, noting arena limits, costs, and boxing rules. It argues a large city like New York or Paris would be needed to secure profits, but doubts remain about attracting enough money for a ten round decision contest here.
Bridgeport Mayor designates December 7 to 14 as a week of special effort for raising funds to aid 2,000,000 Polish orphans. The city’s quota is listed as 15,000 dollars with Dr Rudolf Stawowcyk visiting district HQs to rally volunteers. A leaders’ meeting will be held at the Plaga theatre with free admission and no collection.
The high school observance features a program in the auditorium with the student body attending. Speakers include Hurlburt and Catherine Shelton plus five addresses on the Players' club impact. Under Miss Anna McClure, scenes from Penrod are staged and Minnie Pipus and Rosalyn Donet present dramatic readings on theater’s potential in small towns.
Health Officer Dr. Brown reports November totals to the board of health include 70 diphtheria cases, 7 measles, 12 scarlet fever and 2 typhoid in Tridgeport. He notes the general communicable situation is satisfactory except for measles and diphtheria, with conditions in Tridgeport better than many other places in the state.
Boston candy makers warn a sugar shortage will force plants to shut down within ten days unless relief is obtained. The New England Manufacturers' Association says diversion in Texas restricts sugar for local sweet shops and candy houses, threatening production and jobs.
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