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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Jan 23, 1920

Page

2

Port Skipper Of Army Vessel Orders Rescue

Captain A. G. Randall of the Powhatan supervised the transfer of passengers from a disabled transport five days ago during severe weather. The ship was towed toward the mainland as authorities feared illness from the cold. The Lady Laurier and the Canadian government boat joined the operation in hopes of offloading passengers safely at Halifax.

Aptain A. G. Randall Powhatan Ocean Alsie Lady Laurier Ilaltax

Embargo on Freight for Two New York Points

Eastern railroads impose an immediate embargo on bound carload freight for Central New England railroad and New York New Haven Hartford lines. The order affects shipments at Campbell Hall Maybrook New York due to weather conditions announced by the railroad administration.

New York OSTGN Central New England Railroad New York, New Haven & Hartford Campbell Hall Maybrook N. Y Daxvi Railroad ‘Administration

Phenomenal Gain Shown in 3 Weeks by This Man

A Bridgeport reader recounts a long lasting stomach trouble relief after using a herbal remedy CINOT. He credits a friend’s tip and reports dramatic improvement within weeks, noting prior pain and dietary intolerance.

Bridgeport

Wordy testimonial for CINOT remedy circulates locally

A fragmented advertisement quotes a customer praising a vegetable tonic named CINOT for relief from headaches gastritis and stomach issues. It lists multiple local drugstores and towns where CINOT is sold including Fairfield Southport Westport Danbury and Ansonia. The note mentions improved health and gratitude but remains a partial and unclear OCR fragment.

J. D. Wairtigan Fairfield Ainland Congress Streets Jain B. Switzer's Outhport Westport Drug Co Westport Plaisted Drug Co Southwark H. E. Northrop Danbury Wahoney’s Corner Sharon Paul Mester Derby S.mith Ansonia Seymour Drugmaar

Remington Plant Here Is Sold to Realty Holding Firms

The Remington plant in Remington City and nearby housing were sold to New York based holding companies led by Chauncey Garver. The East Tend Realty Company will manage rental of the Remington City houses with Edward Lip charge as general manager Jarvis Williams Sr declined to discuss future production. Realty officials confirm rent adjustments of one to three dollars monthly to reflect maintenance costs and deny rent profiteering as occupancy remains active.

Tiemingghon Pupmings Duikliies Remington Aris Company Remington Arms Company Trutt Jess Han Ae Vaieant Remington Phint Remington Point Garver Ast Lend Realty Company Remington City Rentil Buyeau Edward Genermane Jarvis Williams Remington Company Remington Aye Willems Viewaiton Tmlairy Tarvey Oldelads Hotling New York Sherncey Th Gayoud Walters Iarle Johnny Dempsey Brooklyn Airfield Pouls Beach

Algonquins Hear World War Tale By Major Arthur Bles

Major Arthur Bles, English editor and writer with a French decoration, told Algonquin Club members last night about the world war. He described key battles and campaigns from opening days in 1914, including Verdun, and gave figures on losses and gains. He noted Belgian, British, and French lines held during pivotal operations, challenging common views of the war’s outcome.

Algonquin Club Arthur Bles Btes Archduke Perdinard Verdun Bles Great Britain

Woman put in charge of Lowden campaign work

Mrs. Pletcher Dobyns of Chicago was appointed to lead the women's work in Governor Frank O. Lowden's Republican bid for the presidency.

Lowden Chicago Tan Pletcher Dobyns Frank O. Lowden

Bridgeport Hospital Corporation Annual Meeting Set

Notice that the Bridgeport Hospital Corporation annual meeting, adjourned from December 4 1919, will be held at the Bridgeport Hydraulic Company office at 12 Main Street Bridgeport Connecticut on Monday January 26 1920 at 11 o'clock in the forenoon Attest Albert B Lavery Secretary

Bridgeport Hospital. Corporation Bridgeport Hydraulic ‘Company Main Street Bridgeport Conn Albert B. Lavery Secretar

Drinkwater Delivers Noted Address at Bridgeport High

English writer John Drinkwater spoke to about 400 Bridgeport High School alumni in the auditorium. He discussed drama craft, choosing Abraham Lincoln as the play’s central figure, and read passages and poems while praising Lincoln’s liberty and leadership amid hardship.

John Drinkwater Abraham Lincoln Bridgeport High School Alumni Association Drinkwater Hfe Abraham ‘Lincoln

Labor leader warns on press freedom in bill clash

Telegrams from thirty newspaper publishers protested sections of the bill he feared would limit press freedom. James Weldon Johnson for the NAACP argued that mere publication of lynching details could be illegal. Harvard's Zachariah Chafee said current laws suffice to curb radical activity and joked about Harvard Crimson ban. Campbell pressed on rail nationalization and government change views amid exchanges with Rep Snel. Howard A. Davis presented Harvard Liberal Club petition opposing the measures.

Campbell James Weldon Johnson Nicaragua National Association For Advancement of Colored People Zachariah Chafee Harvard University Harvard Crimson Harvard Chafee Camp Oil Congress Loree Snel Republican New York Russia Howard A. Davis Boston Harvard Liberal Clerb

Carranza Backed Raids On Plans Linked To San Diego

An unidentified writer claims Carranza aides knew of a raid plan and asserts that a commission would offer protection. He ties his Carranza support to a Kansas City brewer’s agency, naming Jack Danelger as secretary and Carranza propagandist. An incidental link to San Diego’s plan is mentioned.

Carranza San Diers Kansas City Jack Danelger Ncidental Jaipaneas San Diego

Bryan blamed by Gumimings over 18th amendment stance

Gumimings dismisses Bryan's alleged favoring or opposing the 18th amendment as meritless. He criticizes a so called Edwards for President movement and reiterates his neutrality among presidential candidates. He asserts his impartiality and denies forfeiting it by attending events honoring Democrats tied to the presidency.

Edwards

Bryan Declares Anti-Prohibition Move the Greatest Slander

In Spartanburg Tan 22 William Jennings Bryan condemned the movement to force Governor Edwards into the Democratic presidential race on an anti prohibition platform. He said the effort is the greatest slander the party has known and that the party shall not go down in the grave with John Barleycorn. He criticized Homer S Cummings for attending the event and said he is not fit to lead the national committee if allied with such a movement.

Spartanburg Tan Edwards New Jemes William Jennings Bryan Fpr John Barleysorn Homer S. Cummings Democratic National Committee

Stray Stratford Obituary Notes From Local Rites

A Stratford area obituary column details numerous funeral services. Miss Mary Fardy’s funeral occurred at Gallagher & Gallagher and St Augustine's Church with burial at St Michael's cemetery. Other notices include Francis Irwin Gamble, William A. Dean, Elmer R. Smith, Herbert Williams, John J. McFarland, and related family arrangements and burial plans.

Stavy Faray Mary Fardy Gallagher & Gallagher Fairfield Avenue St. Augustine's Church Robert J. Bowen John J. Phelan Aideen M. Fardy George Irwin Orasmus Bagley St. Michael's Cemetery Franciss I. Gamble Francis Irwin Gamble Mary ‘Thompson Richard Gamble Nichols Avenue Stratford Winer Ed. Smith Nimer Smith Trumbull Richmond Long Hill Cemetery Willam Dean William A. Dean Carpenter Konckapotanauh’ Tribe of Red Men Carpenters Union Mr. Nechol Bethany Mission Church Union Cemetery Elmer FE. Smith Elmer Wi. Smith Depot Road Arthur Samuel Beach Burr Beach Harry Platt Dr. M. Fuller Long ‘Hil Cemetery Herbert &. Williams Pneurmonia Herbert Williams Manger Lyford Bros. Oothing State Street Broad Street Williams Carnegie Institute Pittsburgh Elva Bunnell Williams Charles Williams Chester Williams Warle Clark Willam HH. Jepson SL Luke's Episcopal Church Lakeview Cemetery

Trial hears defense against conspiracy charge in socialist case

The testimony centers on five men linked to alleged gang piracy aiming to subvert law. Attorneys clash over admissibility of outsider statements and the meaning of conspiracy as initial evidence is reviewed. Seven witnesses, including a Justice Department agent, present materials from Socialist and Jewish organizations, pamphlets, and related court records as adjournment is set for Tuesday.

Miller Evi Dence Seymour Stedimat Chicago West Stanchfield Bloch Old Socialist Party Department of Justice Joint Legislative Committee N National New York New York City August Claessens Scott Nearing American Socialist Society

Reward Offered After Freight Car Robbery

Vincent Sefers offers 200 dollars for information leading to the nabbing of the freight car robbers. The gang disguised themselves during the theft at Bresky and Sons, distracting a watchman as sacks of onions were loaded from a motor truck. Sefer says the bold thefts on Bresky car and siding show audacious gang activity and vows cooperation to catch them.

Nash Mr. Vincent Bresky Vincerk

Bridgeport Loses Bid for New Post Office This Year

Bridgeport will not receive a proposed 4.5 million dollar post office and several nearby towns in Islich field county will miss new federal buildings as Congress defers a public-building bill. Congressman Wawwright of Stamford and Congress Merritt report the decision to economize and abolish nonessential appropriations. Bridgeport must cope with existing inadequate facilities for now.

Bridgeport Hartford Norwalk Islichfield County Schuyler Wawritt Stamford Merritt Port James L. McGovern Congress

Coughs and Colds Hyomei Hyomel Tromel Ad Offers Relief

An advertisement promotes Hyomei for catarrh coughs sore throat and colds claiming relief in two minutes. It touts Hyomel to kill germs heal inflamed membranes and prevent mucus crusts and offers a money back guarantee. Sold by druggists nationwide.

Spotted fever ravages Eastern Galicia in report

Spotted fever rages in Berne with reports from Eastern Galicia claiming over 206000 cases and about 10000 deaths, marking a severe outbreak in the region as of January 22.

Berne Switzerland Galiuia

Be Ambitious with Wendell's Ambition Brand Pills

Vigorous men and women seek energy and vigor with Wendell's Pills Ambition Brand advertised as a nerve tonic. The offer promises a refund if the first box does not improve conditions within two days to a week, with a 60 cent box emphasized. Hindle Pharmacy and Hartigan Drug Store guarantee the product through authorized dealers.

Hindle Pharmacy Hartigan Drug Store Wendell

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