17 Jan 1920
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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Jan 17, 1920
Page
1
Public Health Service says influenza outbreak not serious and no alarm is warranted. Steps were taken to formulate response, but forecasters could not predict its course with certainty. Troops’ bodies movement has ceased and nurses have returned to civilian work.
Paris reports the supreme council approved recommendations to relieve the population in the interior of Russia. The plan includes distributing medicines, agricultural machinery and other commodities in exchange for grain and flax amid increasing shortages.
A Bridgeport, Connecticut native delivered a moving address at a Wellesley College event honoring General Pershing. The receiving line featured a notable Azora Society display, including a German Emperor pennant and a flag design, with Elizabeth W. Maning of Bridgeport serving on the faculty line.
Fairfield County hears tribute to John W Banks as he ascends to higher judicial rank. Governor and state officials praise his legal knowledge and character while colleagues note the period of unrest in law and emphasize the need for high standards. The ceremony, featuring Homer S Cummings, underscores Banks’s ties to local and state judiciary and signals expected leadership in the state’s courts.
Washington reports that naval morale is said to be shattered as Sins testifies before the Senate committee. He criticizes lack of a definite system and defends against personal attack claims while noting duty and accountability concerns amid ongoing war investigations.
A historic storm swept the Northeast with heavy snow and high winds, threatening to halt trolley service and strand vessels. Providence to New York bound steamer with pig iron cargo faced drift and harbor delays as crews battled worsening conditions.
Inter Allied Council meeting notes show all major powers except the United States present. Officials include Curzon, Bonar Law, and Ferraris with ministers from Belgium and Italy among attendees. The record hints at wartime planning and labor food issues, with continuation promised on page two.
A family tragedy linked to bottled olives left Pauli Delhane and his wife Marie dead, with their son Dominick and others hospitalized. Authorities report the incident has involved four family members, including a brother and a sister, with the father dying today and the mother dying previously.
The American note outlines cautious consideration of the Siberian situation and Japan’s government communication. It discusses maintaining military strength and the impracticality of indefinite action while weighing alternatives and the broader strategic stakes.
Paris dispatch reports the supreme council and allied governments demand the delivery of the former Kaiser for trial. The council convenes as officials press the issue despite potential refusals.
Paris dispatch reports Georges Clemenceau withdrawing from the presidency race. The terse notice notes the withdrawal amid political maneuvering as candidates adjust positions.
Fragmentary OCR notes describe a Milford child incident on High Street involving Marsy Aue and a sibling. The garbled text mentions a teapot and tea contents, suggesting an accidental burn or scalding incident. Specific names, ages, and exact sequence remain unclear in the legible fragments.
Unclear fragmentary text reports a 15 000 figure and a pursuit involving highwaymen near Columbus. Mentions include Mulvivan of the Phoenix and Girart Alabama with a noted escape or pursuit scene.
Washington January 16 preliminary to the second day of bipartisan treaty conferrals as Senator Lodge of Massachusetts and two colleagues discuss proposals with Democratic readers. Optimism runs low on success and public discussion is kept private amid continued negotiations among Republican and Democratic leaders and key senators.
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