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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Jun 30, 1920
Page
12
A fragment notes dialogue about Percy and Ferdie with a stray remark on damage and a plane pause. the text mixes playful slang with a moment of incident, implying early fire intervention and a paused moment in the sequence.
Postmaster Charles I Greeny announced a Monday holiday closure with limited hours for essential and special deliveries. Main office at 5 Strvfora Swanek will operate from 7 to 10 am, with windows and general delivery available at reduced times. A fundraiser for St Vincent de Paul features dates and performers, with proceeds aiding the event.
The board of aldermen set a public fireworks display at Seaside Park Saturday to celebrate the Fourth of July weekend. City offices will close Monday for the holiday, with Post Office hours adjusted. Mayor Wilson urges strict observance of the dry ordinance and safe handling of fireworks under the supervision of qualified pyrotechnicians.
Captain Wilbert Sinn of the New England recruiting stations commends Bridgeport's high number of enrollees during the last speck period as he reviews stations across New England for overall diligence and effectiveness.
Elizabeth Taylor is sought by administrators of the will of Mary Taylor of Sabah for estate matters. A letter from South Glastonbury prompted Mayor Wilson to aid efforts to locate the missing woman. The plea requests cross-city cooperation to locate Elizabeth Taylor and resolve the estate case.
The fragment notes an assault Monday night on Main Street involving Sarmel Fried of 159 Thompson and Samuel with unclear addresses. Keys terms include a deputy sheriff and a confrontation on a local street, but details, charges, and outcomes are not readable.
Berlin June 29 Havata refuses to disarm the Bavarian forces in reaction to Berlin central government plans. Allied demands from Boulogne conference provoke the stance. The Bavarian government conveyed the position in a note received today amid newspaper reactions.
The article notes ongoing denunciations of German disarmament demands, arguing that formal compliance could lead to another war and enable to carry out extremist goals in Germany.
Fragmentary report describes a child on West Avenue being struck by fireworks near a residence in front of 43 street. Witold Seegran activated a fire alarm as an engine doused the flames, preventing further damage and possible injury.
The Brunswick tire claim asserts superior quality since 1845 and marketing its Brunswick Tires as the top choice for motorists. It urges buyers to test one or two Brunswick tires, implying high standards justify the price.
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