Children Death Toll Reported for 1919 in State
State health statistics reveal 74,000 children died in 1919 across the state. Of these, 4,009 deaths occurred in Connceficut with many attributed to neglect or mismanagement.
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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Jul 20, 1920
Page
12
State health statistics reveal 74,000 children died in 1919 across the state. Of these, 4,009 deaths occurred in Connceficut with many attributed to neglect or mismanagement.
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Developments on the Broad Street extension project show tentative worth and timeline. The Board of Aldermen approved the appraisal report, Mayor has 85 days to act, and construction may begin after final sign off with an estimated price around 506000 dollars amid fluctuating labor costs.
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The piece warns that even spotless bathrooms harbor germs in drainage, arguing scrubbing only cleans surfaces while unseen waste in pipes can spread typhoid and dysentery. It urges rigorous drain cleanliness to protect families from so called filth diseases despite immaculate homes.
Washington reports General Wang commands forces in Peking and plans to move troops to shield the city as defeated Pucci soldiers retreat. Thousands of troops have returned toward the capital, authorities aim to keep order, and telegraphic links with the Manchuria base resume amid shifting frontline positions.
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