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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Dec 15, 1921
Page
2
A Woollen goods maker at Stafford Springs was ordered to appear before a court list to explain an alleged threat to discharge an employee. Clerk was told to summon a Mr Tadge to testify after the worker feared losing his job if he served jury duty.
In New York a large retail grocery chain saw 3,200 meat department workers join a strike action. The walkout expanded the union effort across major markets, aiming to pressure management over contract terms and wage demands. The development comes as negotiators resume talks with the Big Five grocers.
Overstated medical claims promote Pyramid Pile Suppositories as relief for itching pressure and distress. The ad urges readers to mail name and address to a Marshall Michigan address for a free trial, noting widespread availability at 60 cents per box.
Unclear OCR text reports Pyramid Temple election of officers with names including Geo Go Beers, Grover New Haven, and Vauri Congdon. Mentions next month unveiling officials such as chief ahbuss Vy, Pristine, and Wile Parkers marshal. Reading incomplete, details uncertain about dates and positions.
William Gage of BridgeportIs in Milford Hospital with a broken neck and skull fracture after a motorcycle crash on the Milford Pike. His passenger, A McCretii¢, escaped a deep scalp wound as their machine toppled, police say. Gage’s address is Main Street, Milford storefront Feetlang & Bush Inc. and Antoire Repair Co. are named in the tale. The accident happened last night during a passing maneuver amid wagons and oncoming traffic.
The Fifth district Republican party invites members and their families to a Christmas party at Norman Street and Wood Avenue on Tuesday evening. The event aims to gather party members for seasonal socializing and community fellowship.
A group of lions thrilled Stratifeld attendees as Bridgeport inaugurates the Lion Club in New England. W. J. Meinen of Chicago helped organize the international fraternal body with notable members from business and music, including Dr. F. S. Arnest Butler, Harvey Ward, and Wen Hutzel. Frederick C. Hill spoke on industry ties at the gathering.
Two repair workers, Bilery Niattrazzo of 5 French Street and Traul of 35 Palisades Avenue, collapsed from gas poisoning while at work yesterday and were taken to hospitals. Their conditions were reported as recoverable.
The premier argues joint control creates joint responsibility as Ireland faces deep religious and political tensions. He cites Ulster’s stance, fears over all Ireland governance, and warns that forcing immediate integration could destabilize the empire.
The executive committee of the Legion plans to meet and discuss charges at the upcoming session. The agenda includes administrative matters and investments, with references to Veto, Vetechna, and involved officials. Details are partially garbled but indicate formal proceedings and personnel names tied to the event.
Fragmented report notes Michael Collins in a tense hour with de Valera, a public session discussed, and a meeting adjourned to a secret session as authorities plan further proceedings. The piece references political figures and a looming formal session tomorrow morning.
Word of sudden deaths reaches Bridgeport and surrounding towns as several obituaries are reported. Joseph Ginn, Joseph Gur, and a Norman trem find survival with relatives and memorial plans. Mabel Hargrave and Mrs Nash are remembered with funeral services and church affiliations noted. Wilhelm Lumbers and Tauniberg family members are listed with service details and survivors. A Bridgeport press delegation and community figures are cited in connection with these notices.
A school program featured two soloists DMusy Tle Grove and an ensemble of performers including Isa Hadith Hawkins Miss Eusia Death Miss Z Wingard ve and others. The show included a tragic bench scene and lively pantomimes titled Din ner for Two Wild Nell and a 9 sided farce. Children wore bright costumes and performed novelty dances before Coles orchestra led dancing.
Miss Rouge entertained at her home on 7 a street in honor of Miss E Birochiak and three family members. Guests included Susan, Mary McQuests, Marion Hayden, Harry Ashdley, A Hambe Whitely, Howard Chi, Vincent Gagean, Rank Enincense, Art McCormick, George Mosak, Harry Kilby, George Whisashie, James Atoriss Wagolla, Mrs M Cleary, Mr P Rouge, and Mr and Mrs Velials.
Dr Roberts urges immigrants to assume three duties in America keeping health education and English language learning as core. He spoke on The Immigrant and the Community at the YMCA meeting last night. The next session will feature Newark resident Rossman on January 4 Destruct?
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