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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Jun 10, 1918

Page

2

Germans Strike Out Again at Montdidier

Paris dispatches report a renewed German offensive from Montdidier to Noyon with heavy bombardment and gas. French forces resist with valor, recapturing ground east of Haute Braye and capturing prisoners. Berlin and London briefings note contested gains and warn of potential future attacks near Paris and the Marne.

Fras Vacetet Finch Magnificent Montdidier Noyon Oise Aisne Haute Braye Oureq Chezy Vinly Eloup Wood Bussiares Rheims Wetany Berlin London Gury Kemmel Somme Avre Ypres Beaumont-Hamel Durck Ourry Chateau Thierry Moselle Associated Press Rupprecht Bavaria Paris St. Just Compiegne Olsa Bessons-Sur-Matz Marne Chateau, Thierry Soissons Mamme Cantigny Flanders Haig Astico Piave Nalthough Asia Grenta River Val Arsit Anil Astico

Submarine and Telephone Inventions Highlight 1873 Era

The article notes the French navy's early success with submarines and credits 1873 as the year both submarine and telephone were invented. It also promotes Father John's Medicine as a trusted family tonic with testimonials from Mrs. Bri and her family, claiming safety for children and strong health benefits.

Charles M. Bri Los York Avenue Pawick John

Curious Audience Examines War Labor and Democracy

A public discussion covered wartime unity, labor collaboration, and the future political order. Speeches warned of disunity among democracies, urged solidarity with Allied labor, and discussed potential postwar reforms and the threat of Bolshevik influence.

Long Casualty List Sent by Pershing

A lengthy casualty list from Pershing appears with numerous names, ranks, and places of origin, including soldiers from Ohio to Massachusetts. The roll includes those killed in action, died of disease, and wounded, with many European and domestic locations cited.

Pershing Marine Corps Washington Mayine Corps Gabe Mansfield Polar Bluffs James Rutley Swock Island Leo Lows Lintac International Red Cross Germany

Three Cent Mile Fare Changes Shock Local Travel

A local passenger station faced an unprecedented rush as tickets to mountain and shore resorts surged, with $30,000 in tickets sold Saturday into Sunday. Midnight marked nationwide three cent per mile raises and a 10 percent jump in commutation rates, though June tickets remain valid. No stopovers on old terms, with several city-to-city fare shifts shown for Bridgeport readers.

Bridgeport Islas Camp Devens Boston New York

Money for Gifts for Connecticut Boys in Trenches

United Spanish War Veterans of the Northwest Bishop Camp launches a fundraising drive June 18 to 17 for the Pershing Fourth of July Fund aiding Connecticut men in France. Campaign manager George Greenspun organizes teams in Bridgeport and nearby areas to raise at least 7500 dollars, with Major Frank Johnson distributing funds to the French units. Twenty one camps statewide will run local drives with approval from Governor Holcomb and aides.

United Connecticut France Sron Frank F. Johnson

Rabies Found in Fairfield Dogs Prompt Roundups

Fairfield residents face dog controls after state lab confirms rabies in dogs from the town. Constable Larson says about 100 loose dogs have been captured this year, some reclaimed, others shot. Owners must appear to answer for unlicensed dogs and roaming pets. Commissioner Whittlesey warns of county action if town fails to leash dogs. A separate note covers a game and fish association meeting at Park Club.

Fairfield Middletown George Larson Larson Constable Larson Bacon Wakeman Jaosim M. Whittiesey Sargon Commumnissioner Whittlesey New Canaan Park Club Noble Avenue Fatvield County Fish and Game Protective Association Vila Sharp George Fl. Garrison United States

Obituary notices from Bridgeport Hospital tragedy and more

Bridget Buckley 60 wife of Patrick Buckley of 49 Edwin street died from injuries after being struck by a trolley car. Survived by husband and six stepchildren. Funeral at home 30 o'clock Wednesday then Church of the Blessed Sacrament. Interment in St. Michael's cemetery. Charles H. Merritt died at Bridgeport hospital. Survived by three daughters and one son. Funeral at 2 o'clock tomorrow from Walker and Banks mortuary chapel, burial in Lakeview cemetery. Vincent Nolan died at St. Vincent’s Hospital after a short illness. Survived by stepmother Mrs. Maria Willis Nolan and sister Mrs. Arthur Buchanan. Funeral details pending. Harry Giebscher, formerly of this city, died Saturday in Danbury. Survived by mother Mrs. Liebscher of 1001 Main Street. Funeral services in Danbury and burial in St. Michael's cemetery.

Bridget Buckley Bridget Patrick Buckley Edwin Street Bridgeport Alfred J. Vandy Henry Turner James John Christopher J Albany George Buckley Church of the Blessed Sacrament St. Michael's Cemetery Charles H. Merritt Bridgeport Hospital State Street Burnett Ludwig Lorrainer John Foley William Walker and Banks Fairfield. Avenue Alexander Alison, Jr Lakeview Cemetery Vincent T. Nolan Vincent Thomas Rachael Burns Nolan St. Vincents Hospital St. Thomas’ Seminary Hartford Maria Willis Nolan Arthur W Buchanan Stilinan Street Gallagher and Gallagher Fairfield Avenue St. Patrick's Church Internment Harry Giebscher Flaky Bs

Canoeists Rescued After Perilous River Run

Ernest heard the call for help as a canoeist party struggled in treacherous waters. Elliott and his son repeated efforts saved two men who drifted away on the current and were brought to safety at 52 Cedar Avenue where they were warmed and fed. Earlier, Mumford survived a bank accident when a loaded revolver discharged, injuring his calf.

Vantain Charles Tslayid Ernest Elliott Cedar Avenue Mumford

U S Steamer Sunk Off Maryland Coast

Reports from whalers recount sightings of a German submarine near Hatteras and the sinking of a whaler laden with oil. A crew member described eight days as a prisoner and notes of a sunken vessel with valuable cargo and a log indicating the attack.

U.S Maryland Supmar Nicholson Schoo Elton A. Swift Ieaapaigs

War Chest Campaign gains slow State Council approval

The State Council of Defense plans a War Chest drive with committees formed after a Chicago convention. Edward P. Jones leads the executive committee to study the approach used in 56 cities and report back, with Bridgeport likely to host a drive once quotas are set and the plan ratified.

State Council Hartford Chicago Chambers of Commerce Pusiness Wen State Council of Defense Severy City Bridgeport Fhe Bridgenort

Cash for Freight Edict Effective July Amid War Drives

The document outlines a July effective edict by McAdoo’s general railroad system requiring cash on freight and shipments to Bridgeport, with consignees and shippers subject to fixed charges, guaranteed credit, and bond conditions. It notes automatic credit cancellation for nonpayment and details assessment of charges, adjustments for errors, and penalties for unreliable signers. It discusses wartime quotas, per person contributions, and the War Chest campus control, with a committee selecting recipients and listing officers from multiple cities including Bridgeport, Hartford, and New London.

Consignees Bridgeport New-Haing Eric Port War Chest Dilown Jones Frank Johnnson Britain Charles m Ford A. L. Maddock Hartford Miner New

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