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 15 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Dec 21, 1920
Page
4
Advertises deeply discounted Christmas gifts including scarves mufflers hosiery stockings shirts waists petticoats rain coats and sweaters. Emphasizes silk wool lisle thread stockings and children's furs with price cuts claimed up to half or more from regular prices.
Report outlines American Relief Administration and Red Cross aid in Vienna during a crisis, focusing on relief to children and the estimated funds raised. It notes hotel and shelter impacts, ongoing distribution, and the challenge of securing total funding while lifesaving efforts continued across the state.
Judge Tod assigns four jury cases for hearing today in the common pleas court and outlines cases set for tomorrow and Thursday. Listed are Hanford versus Peter Thomas and Leon M. Thomas. al Troaden. Lanx Beeman. Adoni Andorea. Mingie TT. THM Vw. Slamtford Polting among others.
A dramatic three day high seas chase leaves Liverpool for New York as Carmania and Imperator vie for lead with Nieuw Amsterdam and other liners. Stokers toil amid whirling exhaust and steam as the ships close in a tense finish at quarantine hour.
A year end meeting of the Board of Charities closed appointments for two members, F. William Lshrees and Jamies W. McNamara, both mayoral appointees. Behrens and McNamara served about a year. party balance was bipartisan with two Republicans and two Democrats. Remaining terms run until January 10 for Mrs. Jacoy T. Kieln c and Dr. Bronislaw L. Smuyk.
The Board of Relief filed with the city auditor a request totaling 2625 for upcoming expenses. The largest item is 2000 for members of the board, with 240 for clerk, 55 for stationery, 100 for a stenographer, and 15 for incidental costs. The request, approved by the Board of Apportionment, covers expenses tied to the relief work and property management.
Secretary Daniels sent to Congress a measure making Navy officers responsible for the value of public property left through negligence or abuse. He noted losses and urged legislation as the best guard to safeguard government property.
The Bridgeport Lodge of Elks plans Christmas baskets despite space limits at 260 State Street Nes Draven. Exalted Jiutyri Galasher Ins asks that no needy families be overlooked. Dr J Pranaia Kee chairs the committee predicting over 360 baskets will be required. Members with motor trucks or delivery wagons will be asked to assist in distribution.
A final addition to Tagleayoo hospital will be completed soon to accommodate the increasing number of patients, the health department announced yesterday. There are 11 patients at the institution now. Scarlet fever and diphtheria cases at the hospital are reported to be rising slightly, according to Health Officer Tr Wiliam, 11, Con.
Seven men were added to the Hillside Home workers roster yesterday. The move occurred during road and grading work as part of the day’s assignments at the Welfare Building. Records show 39 of these applicants were verified by the Vogalni divisions receiver.
Two commissions will convene in the mayor's office this week to discuss budget matters and establish tentative dates for upcoming hearings. Officials aim to review funding, staffing, and policy implications before formal submissions.
Coroner Mitanty presides over continued inquiry into the death of Wi Mie Bochis of Alt Spruce Street. Testimony cites glowing gases and faulty automols on State Street and Ivenue as factors. Investigators plan to revisit the scene with Mack Muaskiy, Brutak Arpate, and Deegan, as findings remain pending.
Contest in Sewailk New Mexico concerns a 6 million dollar bequest from Ward with a clause creating a home for elderly bachelors. Heirs challenge the will arguing the clause is against public policy and impractical, while 509 thousand dollars are directed to charities.
A notice from Miami Fla states a Western Union cable line will be landed at a village about thirty miles from Miami and then run to another point. The plan calls for a coastal stretch and a follow up segment toward a nearby town, with details on distance and route given.
Detailing 20 known diphtheria cases last week, the weekly report from the health department notes the disease's prevalence in 1920. Scarlet fever stays high with 242 cases while whooping cough and measles spread west of the Connecticut River, though no spring wave is evident. The report highlights ongoing regional health concerns and shifting disease patterns.
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.