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Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Jun 03, 1918

Page

3

Mayor Urges Big Raise for Warsaw Teachers Tonight

Mayor Sifford plans to urge the Board of Education to grant a wage rise for Warsaw public school teachers. He backs a minimum of 800 dollars a year, citing a rejected 200 dollar demand and a 100 dollar compromise. Political leaders support the teachers as the annual message to Aldermen is delivered. In Amsterdam a formidable strike spreads from the meat department to city kitchens. Officials from the public post and park services join the walkout.

Warsaw Sifford Wilson Board of Education Amsterdam Lokal Angeiger Berlin Food Department

Whittlesey Plan Would Dispose of 3600 Dogs Here

Commissioner Jas Whittlesey proposed killing all dogs in the state, a plan criticized by Dog and Liquor Agent Joseph J. Coughlin who has not received orders. City dog owners fear many pets would be lost if enacted, while Whittlesey argues removing dogs would lower food costs and reduce sheep losses. He cites 70,000 dogs statewide and 17,000 sheep where 100,000 are suggested.

Jas Whittlesey Joseph J. Coughlin

Army Arsenal Fire Destroys $3 Million in Equipment

Fire at United States arsenal warehouses 23 and 24 in St. Louis Missouri destroyed army equipment valued over 3 million dollars. Quartermaster officials estimate 15,000,000 yards of khaki cloth and 15,000 soldiers' service data were also ruined. Fire declared under control at 12:30 AM. loss confined to warehouses and contents.

ST. Louis United States Arsenal Quartermaster's Department

Red Cross Drive in China Exceeds Expectations

The June report from Shanghai states that China will remit at least $100,000 in gold to New York following the American Red Cross drive. Fifty thousand associate members joined during the campaign, seen as a strong signal of Chinese goodwill toward the United States.

Shanghai Red Cross China New York United States

Sues Trolley Company for Damage to Machine

Olaf Christenson sues Connecticut Company for 250 dollars over an April 6 trolley collision on Stratford avenues. He says he was forced onto the track to avoid another vehicle and alleges the motorman drove at high speed without timely warning. The case is returnable to the Dominion pleas court in June term.

Toa Stratford Avenues Olaf Christenson Connecticut Company Christenson Dominion Pleas Court

German Holds Control in Finnish Government

Stockholm report states Finland shows limited independence as Germany tightens grip. All import licenses now require German approval and the Deutsche Bank opens a Helsingfors branch to oversee Finnish financial operations.

Stockholm Finland

Sergeant Baylies Cited for French Legion Honor

Paris June 2 Sergeant Y Vrank J L Baylies of New Bedford Massachusetts was cited for a first lieutenancy in the French army aviation service and awarded the Legion of Honor. The official citation credits Baylies with bringing down German machines and aiding air battles in World War I.

Sergy Baylies Paris Yvrank J L. Baylies New Bedford Mass

Paris Bombing Scene: Wounded Report From Dawn Air Raid

Paris reports enemy air raid this morning with several wounded. Alarm sounded at 12 08 a m, bombs dropped, strong anti aircraft fire, all clear issued at 2 06 a m.

Paris

Adhesions in the body and their implications

Dr Currier explains that adhesions are fibrous bands binding tissues after inflammation. They vary in size and location, may persist in the chest abdomen or pelvis, and can cause pain or obstruction. Treatment includes avoiding constipation, staying active, and surgical relief if obstruction occurs.

Utility Company Lowers Rates Says Officials

City officials announce a new rate cut proposal for residents and businesses, detailing reduced monthly bills and a plan to extend savings across service tiers. The move aims to ease costs while maintaining grid reliability and investment in infrastructure.

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