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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Jun 19, 1920
Page
4
Disparity arose in a civil case over a liquor estate sale valued at 790000 dollars. The proceeding centers on ownership disputes and potential medicinal use exemptions. Local court officials indicate a quiet timeline for the sale and potential remedies.
The passage notes Detroit as the country’s fourth largest city, ranking behind New York and Los Angeles, with Cleveland and others also mentioned. It hints at oil-related mentions and urban growth during the period, though details are fragmentary and garbled.
A boy on a bridge caused a rail wreck by mischief as a train passed beneath. The incident disrupted travel, with cars derailed and crews scrambling to secure the scene. No further details on injuries or outcome are provided.
Investigators report thousands of parcels undelivered for American service members and civilians. The fragment mentions delays in a French postal system and notes many addresses were never completed, leaving many packages in limbo. It hints at wartime mail disruption and efforts to locate addressees.
A garbled Vatican report reveals anxiety over Zionist action and its potential impact on religious harmony. The fragment references tensions around Jerusalem and Palestine, noting opposition to Jewish dominance and calls for restraint amid rising interfaith concerns.
In San Francisco on June 13 1928 the press gallery special arrived from Chicago bearing James B Winston and William Donaldson, superintendents of the Senate and House presses galleries for the Democratic National Convention opening June 1 1928.
A historical note reports ties to bubonic illness since the first outbreak in New York on April 14. Local and national observers describe ongoing health concerns and related measures as officials track cases and advise precautionary steps.
Special fine sheet fabric offered at $1 a yard with minor mill imperfections not affecting wear. Colors include Orchid Mesh Rose Pink Yellow Maize Tan Copenhagen Blue and White. Opportunity for summer dressmaking with personal inspection encouraged.
An advertisement lists infants and children's summer footwear including patent strap pumps in gray and white canvas options with low heels. Sizes span up to 8 and 2, with prices around 89 cents to 1.45 dollars, and notes white canvas styles trimmed with white buttons. Some items reference military or French sections and materials noted as gun metal champagne with tan and heart leather accents.
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