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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Jun 23, 1920
Page
2
In New Haven and Los Angeles reports a Yale war memorial fund progress and a major earthquake causing $112,463 in damages. The Los Angeles quake damaged power facilities and disrupted regional services, with injuries reported as operations resumed.
A satirical take on the 1900s Democratic convention likens candidates to locusts, noting rival factions, boss influence, and intrigue over nominations. References Palmer Cox Owen Edwards Clark and Chicago politics, with jests about attire and maneuvering as the convention unfolds. The piece mixes humor with sharp commentary on party power, rivalries, and the process.
A pay car operated by a pay roue corporation was robbed at West Burlington today. Three bandits on a motorcycle attacked the crew, struck the driver Augustus Centerfonte, and threatened guard Anna Murphy with revolvers. They escaped with about $4000 in loot.
The report says Stanley and his team weigh options to fund salary needs for new patrolmen, with officials debating if funds can cover claims and whether enough money exists in the police department budget. Mayor Wilson declined comment and a separate notice reports Fred K. Naileen of Nebraska and Roland B. Mahany of New York named solicitors in the State Department and Department of Labor.
Report describes plans for the Broad Street extension aboard the largest flying boat, with Gov Edwards aboard as the project moves toward its July 20 commencement. A Mary DeMar provision and disorderly conduct in city court are noted in the surrounding coverage, including bail details for Tyrther gallon and related arrestees.
Partly cloudy outlook for Wednesday and Thursday across Northern and Southern New York. Cooler temperatures expected with below normal warmth, and notable swings in eastern counties. Sporadic showers likely in the Mississippi river area, with general temperature shifts across the east half of the state.
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