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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Jul 08, 1922

Page

2

Turks Murdering Americans Says Los Angeles Man

Los Angeles engineer Herbert Knapp, in London after three years in the Turkish interior, claims Turks secretly murder Americans in Asia Minor. He cites the death of his brother George P Knapp in Diarbaker as murder, supported by affidavits and the American consul, and accuses Turks of poisoning and deliberate starvation of Christians including Miss Annie Allen and Miss Charlotte Ely. He asserts the U S government underestimates danger to its citizens in Asia Minor.

London Associated Press Asia Minor Tod Herbert Knapp Los Angeles Constantinople Knapp Turkey Prin ‘Cipally Diarbker George P- Knapp Baadad Christinak Annie Allen Auburndale Charlotte Ely Elmira N. Y Jhands Canses Mr. Knapp Misa Allen Yowell Mark J Warg Amerinya Angora Miss Allen Sharput Mr. Knaps Sivas

Postal rate extends to fifty foreign countries

The two cent stamp now covers about 50 foreign countries including Canada Cuba and Mexico with access to over 90 000 U S post offices. Officials say widening use saves foreigners postage and aids American trade while promoting better relations. Bermuda saw a notable shift with thousands of letters moving to the island under the two cent rate.

Washington Associated Press United States Canada Cuba Mexico Argentina Brazil Costa Rica Ecuador Jamaica Martiningue Bermuda vAlaska Anguilla Antingua Bahama Islands Barbuda Barbados Bolivia Honduras British Virgin Columbia Curacao Dominica Dominican Republic Dutch West Indies Engsland Grenada the Grenadiner Ireland Jematen Leeward Islan Martinique Nontserrat Newfoundland Nicaragus New Zealand Panama Peru Porto Rico Red Hirt

Jewell Waiting for Peage Offer in Railway Settlement

Precautionary measures were taken across several states and many cities today due to trouble between strike partners and workers yesterday and today as railroad executives discuss a proposed basis of settlement outlined in June communication.

New Haven Road Service Largely Unchanged by Strike

Reports from New Haven Boston and Hartford and rival lines say shopmen's strike left rail service almost intact in New England. Officials note few strikers back to work yet vacancies fill gradually with new hires, with union leaders predicting full restoration of repair shop staffing within ten days. Local roads plan to outsource some repair work to outside shops if needed.

Boston New York New Lnven Hartford Albany Maine New England

N H Road Prepares for Strike Emergency

Hartford July 7 Indications of emergency action by the New Haven road in response to a widespread strike appeared today at East Hartford shops with greater activity and visible efforts to prevent interference with workers The maintenance of way union called a meeting at Contrabor union hall for 8 oclock this evening to hear plans and explanations about the situation.

Hartford Sew Haven East Hartford Maintenance of Way Union of Elals At & G

Meetings Tonight in Bridgeport Area

Notices list social and fraternal gatherings in Bridgeport tonight including Socialist party at 998 Fairfield Ave 8, Bridgeport council unit, United Commercial Travelers at 1089 Broad Street, Dewey camp Modern Woodmen at 164 State Street Nutmeg encampment at Broad Street and other local fraternal groups, noting addresses and venues.

Ae Bridgeport Council United Commercial Travelers of America Broad Street Dewey Camp Modern Woodmen of America State Street Tuas Broad Street Strtesheen

Gallant Young American Narrowly Escapes Fire Orchestrated by Jealousy

Knox ville Ont July 7 Addie Sanderson visiting Ballingham Wreath grew popular with local youths. Three boys aged 11 to 42 plotted to harm him in a wood near the town. They tied him to a stake and set a fire. He was freed when passersby cut the rope and extinguished the flames. Eddie Sanderson’s condition not serious but authorities report no further details on motive.

Knoxville Ont Addie Sanderson Ballingham Wreath Kingsville America Eddie Joldie Sanderson Bude Ot Finaily Jie Poprarky Loys

Congressman Flier Falls in Memphis Flight Disaster

Congressman Manel TMerigk of Oklahoma attempted a campaign flight from the War Department plane. The aircraft suffered engine trouble and he and 8. G. Porson were seriously injured, though Herrick continued by train to speak at 40 engagements. He denied plans to withdraw from politics.

Memphis Suly 7 Herries Milion Congress

Former Princeton Star Becomes School Coach in Graton

Boston July 7 arold Warvey a former Exeter Academy football and baseball star and Princeton pitcher writer will become an instructor in the mathematical department at Graton Avist. He is expected to coach the gridiron and likely head the base battle next spring to lift the school's faltering fortunes.

Boston Arold Warvey Exeter Academy Princeton Ann Graton Avisit Bast Batt Scho Dynneh

Butterworth ruling upholds court on veterans fund case

A court opinion affirms the handling of funds for disabled veterans under the American Legion. It addresses administrative charges and expenses, salary concerns tied to board members, and a temporary injunction related to salaries drawn from the veterans fund. The case names Butterworth and several state officials as defendants in the ongoing dispute.

American Legion Spe Contra Ruteerworth Bissell Enn Lantleg James D. McKenna New Charies Lockhart New Maver William M. Makihie Superior Tartrom Maltega Amis Marvin Board of Control Mace Joing Pudge Marvin Supseme

Sentenced to Die for Murder to Which Another Confessed

Boston July 7 The Supreme Court refused a new trial for George Rollins convicted of killing Ordway Wall a store manager in 1817. Rollins pardon denied. Jesse Murphy who confessed to the crime is serving a sentence at Eastern Penitentiary Philadelphia.

Boston Supreme Court George EB. Holiins Ordway Jesse Murphys Eastern Philadelphia Suffolk County Nlap Rolins Grather Charles

CARTOONIST AND BRIDE WED IN STAMFORD

Miss Carre Moton as, an actress and former star of Miss South Bett, married Walter St Enright, a cartoonist for the New York World, in Stamford New York. They will live in Stamford Connecticut.

New York Associated Press Miss Carre! Motonas Vuth Bett Walter St. Enright The New York World

Bandits steal payroll in Montreal hold up

Four men held up the Dominion Textile mill cashier in Montreal today and escaped with $2,000. The Associated Press report notes the payroll was the target, with authorities seeking suspects and investigating the daytime robbery.

Bandits Montreal Associated Press Dominion Textile Sex Today

New York Mayor May Get 1 25 Million Home

Riverside Drive residence once linked to Bishop Potter is rumored to be offered to New York's mayor by an anonymous donor as a possible civic gift. The tale, tied to a real estate firm, suggests a 1 530 000 value, though details are unclear and unconfirmed.

New York Associated Press Riverside Drive Potter

Revolt halted after arrest in Rionhiro report ends

A local report from Rionhiro outlines a revolt planned by police cabane leaders led by Captain Euclydes Da Fonseca. The seizure aimed to rally forts in a general uprising, but the movement was arrested and quelled, according to Ta Notiela.

Rionhiro

Matchmakers announce Curtis Edwards signings for fights

Marty Silvergs and Sid Terris are drawn to box ten rounds in the semi final. Irish Johnny Curtis and Danny Edwards, known as the Pacific Coast negro, are signed for twelve rounds next Tuesday night by matchmaker Silvey Burns of the Oakland A A of Jersey City.

Silvey Burns Oakland A. A Jersey City Johnny Curtis Danny Edwards Pacific Coast Marty Silvergs Sid Terris

Sachs Midgets Challenge Local Youth Teams On Barnum Diamond

The Sachs Midgets invite 10 to 18 year old teams to play on their diamond at Barnum Avenue and Sachs Street. The Midgets have played 11 games, winning nine, with Frank Jackson of Sachs Street listed as contact.

Sachs Barnum Avenue Sachs Street Frank Jackson

Freeman Died in This City Joly Zinda Freeman

Died this city. Joly Z inda Freeman obituary notice notes funeral arrangements and services forthcoming.

Chile to push world disarmament at Pan American conf

Paris dispatch reports Chilean ambassador Dr Rivas announcing Chile will demand adding the full world disarmament question to the Pan American conference agenda. The meeting is set for March in Santiago.

Paris Fils Rivas Vienna Chile Santiago

Tenants Outbreaks Prompt Martial Law in Vera Cruz

Martial law is declared after clashes between police, red union activists, and tenants. Seroa Proal, syndicate founder, jailed on homicide and sedition charges. Rioters led by women radicals allegedly insulted guards and urged the syndicate to storm the prison. Also notes boxing plans as Tex Rickard arranges a bout between Burman and Lynch.

Vera Cruz Peds Red Union of Revolutionary Tenants Seroa Proal Havin Sddler Proal

Relief from distress after meals with Horsford’s Acid Phosphate

Advert for Horsford's Acid Phosphate promises prompt relief from nausea, sickness, headache, and acid stomach after meals. The ad uses period language and emphasizes quick comfort from this stomach remedy.

Horsford

Queen Jars Mede of tine white lass with square shoulder

Four bound pix in a play pint s in a quarts.

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