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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Dec 28, 1920

Page

2

U S Court May Hold Sittings in South Norwalk

Washington Senate endorses a bill to allow U S district court sittings in South Norwalk beginning April on the fourth Tuesday each month. It would add Norwalk to existing sites New Haven Hartford with sessions on specified dates. Judge Thomas would no longer need to travel, residing in Norwalk.

U.S. Court South Norwalk Washington Senate United Stat Holé Court Branderec Judiciary Committee Naw Zoes House

Budget system discussed by Harding and Good

Chairman Good told Senator Harding that passing budget legislation in the current Congress would pave the way for new administration operations under a budget plan. He urged formulating policy quickly so appropriations align with the incoming administration and Cabinet matters were discussed.

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Fiume Under Fire as Italians Press Siege

Rome reports say Alpini were ambushed and captured by the Fiuman legionaries after a ruse. Zara capitulated to Italian forces near Fiume after a siege. Dalmatian volunteers and locals prepared to blow up the city rather than surrender. Venice notes D Annunzio's death rumors and public displays of mourning nationwide.

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Denial of Medicinal Beer Request By Prohibition Office

Lagos Wascansin Kewere ais 4 ee germission to nake medicion purposes, 1 Os younced, today by Nangor Ae Winte, chief inspector in the of fer of Thomas A. Delney, prohibsion director, The request was refused tentatively. Several physicians told Mr. Delaney that there were nases, which they preferred to prescribe over instead of whiskey.

Lagos Nangor Ae Winte Thomas A. Delney Delaney

Aldermen Hear City School Building Plans

Aldermen heard a City Hall briefing on a major school extension plan for East Bridgeport and West End, including a new high school, 42 room addition, auditorium space, and a central normal school. Officials warned of overtaxing this February and June term, with 29 or more pupils to be crowded out and bond limits likely needing raising.

Board of Ution Wast Bridgeport Varco Street Avengers Room Sheridan Longfellow Madison School Boston Post Road Heather John 7 Theayn and Means Committee T.a Rchud Wheeter Chamber of Commerce Wiliam Mincks Seward Price Fory ‘K. Direhfield New Emeland Foresaid Witham EB Hose Hincks Education Board Ito Gee Wosher Mx Hincks Price Chamber of Commocree Chamber Hogan Fones Grand Street East Bridgeport West End Bones Stone Jones Ways and Means Board of Aldermen

Bill to Fortify Panama Canal Impregnable by Artillery System

Continued from page 11 the plan envisions an elaborate track system to carry heavy railroad artillery mounts that can reach beyond naval dreadnought ranges. Lawmakers argue the canal could be impregnable with reinforced material construction and only modest extra government expense once diplomatic moves finalize.

State Department Atlantic

Domestic Science Stirs Education-Board Meeting

A Dublin education board meeting progresses amid holiday quiet as a shooting tragedy unfolds. A young woman, Elizabeth Scaice, dies heroically shielding a companion, Constable Johardsary, from attackers. several assailants are reported to be involved, and authorities investigate the deadly incident.

Dublin

Budget vote and wall plan mark school debate

The board debated a wall between St Augustine’s School and Washer ingian avenue public school property after a church claim. Commissioner Challenger urged equal pay for teachers while opponents warned of costs and prior rule amendments.

Anea Pyse Wo Courtadé St. Augustine’'s School Washeringian Avenue Commissioner Courtade St. Augustine’s Church Corporation Courtade Howard S Challenger T. We Challenger Chaly Longer J. Slawson Commissionar Ahenger Hanato Ile Wold Moushat Dridgeport

Treasury Officials Debate Tax Policy and Revenue Sources

A Treasury official outlines revenue possibilities and urges Congress to establish an overarching tax policy. He notes existing sources are declining and emphasizes simplifying tax laws to aid comprehension while recommending reconsideration of war finance funding and new revenue avenues.

Glieraling LA Reevival War Finance Corporation S. Adams Treasury Houston Suz Congress Mim Houston Adans Ator Smook

Japan Drops Fight Against California Law

Japan withdraws opposition after talks with US ambassador and California lawmakers on a proposed substitute to California law. The move follows a conference between Representative Kahn and Roland Harris to discuss treaty aspects and implications for Japanese title ownership in California real estate.

Japan California Kahn Adte Roland &. Herris Tapan Rery Collforti United States

Salvation Army Feeds 500 Kids Christmas Treat

The Salvation Army hosted a Christmas program at Elm Street home giving 500 youngsters treats including oranges candies fruits and nuts. The event opened with the singing of America and featured recitations by Miss Catherine Macklachian and Miss Helen Riles, songs by Kenneth Shaw and others, led by Commandant William Dermody and Adjutant Larkin.

Salvation Army Noor Dail Salvation At Home Elm Street America Ents Miss Gatherine Macklachian Misa Helen Riles Kenneth Shaw Danehia Mo Jy " Macitners Ty Foraioo Wiliam Dermody Hirestad Larkin Wis

Episcopal bishop pleas for church unity during interdenominational conference

Bishop William Terrance of the Protestant Episcopal Diocese of Massachusetts urged unity among Protestant, Catholic, and Eastern churches at a local conference. The discussion touched on Lambeth Conference ideas about recognizing ordination across denominations and sharing clergy.

Woston Des Willem Teawrance Massachusetts Lawrence Lambeth England

Unclear fragment hints at avoidable incident at high school

Fragment mentions missed precautions and a person named Jake in a high school context, suggesting an incident that could have been prevented with earlier measures. No concrete details or outcome are provided in the readable text.

Jake

Weather Forecast From Coastal New England

The southern New England coast will see cloudy and colder conditions, with Wednesday turning fair and milder. Strong northwest winds and gale risks forecast from Sandy Wadls to Bridgeport, with storm centers along the coast moving northeast tonight and Tuesday, and snow possible in parts of southern New England.

New York Golder Bridgeport Fastport New Wingland Smorter Serihorn

Former pastor dies in Cleveland on a Hungary connection

An elderly former pastor died yesterday at his Cleveland home after emigrating from Hungary 28 years ago. He was known for many pastorates and respected as a scholar of the Eastern Rite Catholic tradition. Rev. Balogh reportedly visited last May. Rev. Kovalchich serves at the local parish.

Cleveland Ohio Hungary Balogh Camsberg Joseph Kovalchich Lae Holy Trine Wyemirel

Merchants Warned To Guard Against Breaks In Tulsa

In Tulsa Oklahoma December 27 191- Police Commissioner J M Arl kingon ordered armed guards to protect stores after a daring robbery attempt, men who attacked this city scattered as officers moved in to deter further breaks.

Tulsa Okla Palies J. M. Arlkingon

Dr. Rappaport Tells of Hungarian Jews at City Meeting

At a recent gathering of the Akavath Achim congregation in New York City, Dr. Rappaport described conditions faced by Hungarian Jews and urged local Jews to join the Federation of Hungarian Jews in America. Bernart Trice and Rabbi Achanorum also spoke about the federation.

DR. Rappaport Isved. Mnapapom Badan Pest Akavath Achim Hungary Scity America Bernart Trice A $Chanorum

New York Police Guard City Outlets

A murky report describes police guarding outlets after a quarrel over profits involving gang figures. Eastman faces accusations and vows, while several gangsters face long prison terms after trials.

New York Police Guard

Armed Black person in hiding after serious incident in Planter

An armed Black individual, identified as 40 year old Charles Gilen, is believed to be hiding near the Mississippi River in Wilson Arkansas after a serious incident. Reports say T. Craig, a Mississippi County official, and his daughter Mrs. Mabel Wilson were wounded along with two others. Police say shots were fired causing minor injuries to three bystanders.

Boy Injured From Porch Plunge At Home Address

Nereo, a 19 year old, suffered severe internal injuries after plunging from a porch at his home on Arctic Street. He fell onto the yard and was found unconscious. He was taken to Bridgeport Hospital. Dr Burns of Torrency Hospital aided before transfer to Seidarpert Hospital that night.

Dobn Nereo Arctic Bridgeport Wey B. J. Burns Torrency Hospital Seidarpert Hospital

Multiple Obituaries and Funerals Reported Here

A string of funeral notices and obituaries details services held yesterday in various churches and mortuaries. Names include Harry Barnes, Benjamin Brogan, John J. Sweeney, Thomas Healy, Miss Julian Cunningham, Miss Julia Avanham, and Mrs Shortell with burials at Park and St Michael's cemeteries and services led by several local clergy.

Harry A. Barnes Sertcas Mb Marychia Walker & Tete Steox Kings Wishway Chapel Marthe Washington Lod Park Cemeten Benjamin Brogan Benham Avenue Michael J. Gannon John Street St. Augustines Church Robert J. Bowe St Michaels Cumele Woliam Punerat Willison S. Hales Iis Amy Oder Revere Siout Wiliam H. Jepson St. Luke's Episcopal Calorade Avenue St Peters Saurelt Lynsh James Corre Dames Mecarcay Steny Mastin Grinin Ower Ca Dennis Kelley Buriat St. Michael's Meters Alfia Foresteny of America Brotherhood of America Thomas Healy Thomas Waly Wilgoe Peters Tey Michael J Tasnah Thera Hawey William, Thomas Wravid Wonton Warr May Job Taiptant Patrick Eloingssey Lenra St. Thomas Gethelays Faleneia Father Leddy Julian Cunnhinghan Julia Avaningham Patrick Hanns Cunningham Oud Grove St. Augustine’s Church Rorial Mintel Gemetery John Erduy Shortell Uin Bret Ay Jan. Hanley Buffalo XN. Y Othe Main Stratford St James’ Church St Michael's Cemetery

Edward Sterns Hit On Head In Street Push

Edward Sterns, proprietor of a saloon at 119 Wall Street, was struck on the head by a man described as a negro while closing his shop. Sterns cried for help, the assailant fled, and James Garver of 184 Reservoir Avenue was arrested and identified by Sterns.

Edward Sterns Wall Street James Garver Avenue Ppith Vale Sterns

Texas lynching case reports no indictments found

A Texas lynching case near Port Worth ends with no indictments reported. The special jury, convened Wednesday night for the Tom TW. Vickerr incident, adjourned without presenting any indictment or formal report. The jurors argued lack of charge and declined further action.

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