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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Feb 18, 1920

Page

12

Newberry canvasser accused of cash payments testimony in Grand Rapids trial

Testimony in the Newberry election conspiracy case details cash gifts and payments linked to Allen K. Moore. Rail workers, lodge foremen, and petition circulation in Great Lakes area are cited as supporting evidence. Witnesses describe Moore giving money, placing funds in vests, and soliciting favors during the campaign.

Grand Rapids Mich Allen K. Moore Dundee Great Lakes Ill Moore B.&. Dery Mackinaw Cts Gar House Lewiberry Degg Aso Lena Grayling

Corbin Resigns as State Tax Collector in Hartford

In Hartford a former state tax collector resigned after ten years in office. Governor Holand announced the move in a formal letter stating it was necessary for him to perform state duties. The letter was dated February 1 and cited agitation as a factor in the decision.

Corbin Hartford Sioner Connecticut Holand

Rheuma promise relief for rheumatic conditions

An advertisement touts Rheuma as a safe reliable remedy for rheumatism chronic arthritis and related pains. It highlights personal testimonials from Tagmas Jr. Eady and a general no cure no pay claim backed by Hartizan's and others while urging readers to request details and postage for a sample.

Milore Tagmas Jr Eady Schuylerville Hartizan's

Diet and Dyspepsia Tablets Boost Work Output

An advertisement promotes Stuart's Dyspepsia Tablets as a remedy for mental fatigue caused by poor eating. It claims regular meals followed by tablets improve energy and sociability, arguing that skipping meals leads to isolation, while the tablets stimulate digestion and juices to support better work performance.

Stuart

Begg's Mustarine Heat Remedy Promises Quick Pain Relief

An old advertisement touts Jast Yellow Mustard and Begg's Mustarine as external remedies for backache, lumbago, and inflammation. It claims mustard plasters blistered skin, while Begg's Mustarine provides faster, cleaner relief without blistering, available 30 and 80 cents from druggists or by mail from G C Wells & Co, Le Roy.

Begg Wells & Co le Roy

Private Wireless Stations Legal Again After February 29

WASLINGTON says private wireless stations will regain legality after February 29. The government will relinquish control of private radio facilities, returning them to prewar conditions and subject to older regulations under the act approved August 18, 1812.

Waslington Ganda Sec~ Daniels

One Bidder At Ship Auction Opens Sale

At Shangton Fab 1 only one bid was offered for the vessels amid a pending court challenge. The Senate commerce and merchant marine committees will review bids and refitting costs before any sale proceeds, with Hearst litigation delaying final action.

Tallent Ging Sever Branche Senate Commerce Committee Payne Crite Kapate Iashin Tr Aviathan George Washington Aramomnor Mont Vernan Case Merchant Marine Willam Randolph Hearst

Fraternal Group Holds Degree Work at Bridgeport Lodge

Reports from Bridgeport detail Improved Order of Red Men and Loyal Order of Moose activities. Officers including Charles L. Dennis and Charles J. Vennis were named, with elections for leadership and a plan to hold regular Thursday meetings at Eagles Hall starting March 41. Harmony Council and local U M A units prepared for degree work and a new council in Norwalk was announced. Youth Hebrew association members plan repainting of Eagles Hall building renamed Y M and Y W H A auditorium. Plaza shows featured William Farnum in Hoarse Strings plus multiple acts and Tom Mix in The Feud, with plot involving a feuding family and a foretold union.

Bridgeport Lodge Lagtal Grier Magan Harry W. Cole Ana Mraries Henry JD. Neale Thomas Dollas Joan Pfatzgrat Supreme Lodge Charles J. Vennis Cale Eagles Hall Maron Harmon Council, Jr Harmony Counel O UA Harmday Bridgeport Wal State Street Choise Organang W. Bla Young Men and Young Women’s Hebrew Association Eagles Y. al Plaza Tim William Farnum Herman Clifton Hearst News Tom Mix Mix Jere Teres Bety Summers Eva ‘Novak Nancy Mammy Lynch Summers Mamamy

Mary Garden Says Kiss Him Left Diner Speech

Chicago gossip centers on Mary Garden, famed opera singer, who allegedly kissed him twice at a Teodoro Montemezzi tribute dinner. The incident involved Hazel McCormick of the Chicago Grand Opera and other attendees, with comments about public affection and propriety amid the celebration.

Chicago Ted Marden Mary Tealo Montemezzi Chicago Grand Opera Escocia Minn Ats Macy Walsit Mr. McCorniels Opera Association

Population and horse ratios in early US history

The record notes population growth in 1890 at 12,847 for a certain group and 165,244 horses, with households averaging about two people per home. By 1910 the population reached 102,972,268 and horses 14,220,988, about one horse per five people. In 1911 the population was estimated at 190,060,000 with 27,196,000 horses, roughly one horse for every five men.

United States Howe

Caillaux Confident as Trial Opens in French Senate

Paris February 17 Facing a high court in the Senate Jover Caillaux former premier stands resolute as he opens his treason trial. The ex leader, accused of betraying France during wartime, appears calm yet determined to clear his name amid intense political scrutiny. North end Convention Center to organize Friday night meeting at Madison school auditorium with Ellis Lundbe leading efforts.

Caillaux Paris Justice Jprench Senate Joven Caillaux Tyakee Huspin Lee Tressay Tie Senate Madia North End Siadison Ellis Lundbe Mies PR Wishengrad Pel Madison Ty Gocias

Hillquist Warns Socialists Would Fight Reds in Albany

Moris Hillquit socialist leader testifies at trial of five suspended assemblymen on loyalty charges. He asserts socialists here oppose Reds and condemn efforts to subvert government while the defense questions the implications of his remarks during cross examination.

Hilloquist Albany Ammarigtnh Moris Hillquit Tiliqn Counse Dog of Unien William Hillepit Ister Sa Avien Animite

Patriotic Societies Honor Presidents With Union Service

Patriotic groups join in a joint birthday commemoration for Lincoln and Washington. Angeline Bartlett tent and Elias Howe Jr post members with veterans and ladies organizations attended in Varuna hall. Rev J W Davis opened with invocation as Park City Orchestra and local choirs performed. Rev Alexander Alison Jr gave an address on Washington and Lincoln and their enduring legacy amid times of service and humor. Destructive rodents require about 150000 workers to repair farms and equipment annually for food supply.

Angeline B. Bartlett Elias Howe, Jr Post A. R Franklin Bartlett Grand Army Linaaln Washington Varuna Hall Ana J. W. Davis Park City Orchestra Frank Bernier Bllis Lundberg St. John's Church Choir Alexander Alison First Presbyterian Church On Rooke Lingala Pr Trouwloua Times Serv Worl

Osbern Ohio Vote Weighs Village Relocation Plan

Citizens vote today on moving Osbern Ohio to a new site one and a half miles southeast of town at a cost of about 100000 to make way for the Miami Valley flood conservation project. If removal is opposed the village will be abandoned when the project ends next summer. Osbern has 14 families and about 7900 residents.

Osbors Ohio Here

Sulphur Blocks Exploited at Guatemala Volcano Site

In the feathing of AMount location a Guatemalan volcano yields vast blocks of sulphur. The resource is discussed as being exhausted by periodic exploitation, with locals and authorities weighing ongoing methods and supply.

Special clothing and blanket sale for schoolgirls and families

An assortment offers high black laced best sensible heel for growing schoolgirls in sizes five to eight at 3.25 and larger sizes up to two with varying prices. Gunmetal laced shoes, white blankets in pink blue or gray, plaid blankets, Persian silkeline comfortables, dish and Huck cloths, wool jersey dresses, taffeta gowns, tailored suits in Burella cloth and wool poplins, and union suits for women men and children are advertised with price ranges and size notes.

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