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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Mar 02, 1920

Page

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French Rail Strike Settled Mediator Premier Action

May 1 rail wash strike partly paralyzed Price transportation prior to settlement. Delegates of the railworld federation met directors and reached an agreement on most points. Dispute centered on penalties for strikers and suspicions over punishments. Premier Miller proposed pay for strike days and director review. both sides appealed.

Faris Price Dary Ovan Railrorld Federation Rail- Ayn Dhepuce Tao Tremier

Jersey Senate Passes 25 Cent Beer Bill

Trenton New Jersey March 1 The New Jersey Senate passed the 3 and one half cent beer bill by a vote of 12 to 0 The bill had been approved by the House last week and now awaits final action or signature from the governor

Jersey Senate P. C Trenton New Jersey Senae ‘Als

Bohemian on Rocks Mataras Turbulent Seas Damage

A steamship struck rocks during a blinding storm early today. The vessel carried 129 crew who remained aboard as attempts to haul it free failed. The ship’s condition and salvage plans were unsettled as night fell.

Mataras Keine Castahten Sandra Toade Marine Uwrrirt

New License Bill Aims to Repeal Liquor Law

A bill introduced in the legislature by Democrat Louis A. Cuvillies proposes repealing the liquor law and creating a licensing framework for beverage trafficking. It sets a tax or fee structure and aims to regulate the alcohol business, with details as presented in the manuscript.

Aubany. Y. Man I-A Wu Wes Louis A. Cuvillies New Forty

Bolshevik Victory Report Shakes Northern Regions

A Bolshevik communique states government forces repelled northern rebel activity near Stavrepes. In Boston a coastwise steamer Cedar Springs, 3,418 tons, ran aground near Rose Island Nurragongett Bay. Wireless traffic tonight seeks immediate assistance and a lighthouse tender to refloat at high tide.

Boston Rose Island Nurragongett ‘Bay Cedar Springs

Vienna reports 1032 deaths and eight births in two weeks

A telegram from Vienna states 1,032 deaths occurred in the city, mostly children, with only eight births recorded between February and February 14. The report highlights a sharp wartime demography impact and stresses the high casualty toll in the Austrian capital.

Vienna Ghnhwa

Paul Poiret Dreams Influence 1920s Fashion Revival

Paris designer Paul Poiret, famed for tumbling sleep and a waking fever of fashion, dreams that revive ancient gowns and ex ornate silhouettes. Reports recount his slumber lasting ten days amid illness while 30 cable dispatches describe visions of hats, bows, and exonic ties influencing Fall 1420 styles.

Ivemen Thio Saul Lanka Paul Loirett Petrot Chen Brside

American Outlaws, Slavers, Zens Located by Mexican Troops

Mexican Federal Soldiers pursue bandits and capture efforts against American outlaws and slavers as authorities head to the bandit’s area. Reports claim Americans considered crossing the border but denied by the Nogales district commander.

Sauric Talstyo Aigsipo Tarana B.C. Carneha Nogales Aessid Po Trngpe Pune Arivaca

New Haven Road to Cut Passenger Service

Regional rail action signals service cuts with Mexican bandit pursuit linked to cross border tensions. Reports say federal police pursued bandits after a mounted chase, while U S troops were denied crossing claims. Arizona command prepared to aid only if sheriffs' orders allow.

New Haven Road

Return of New Haven Hartford Rafrosd Reverses to Private Ownership

Announcement by Announcer Rockhill indicates the return of the New Haven Hartford rafrosd to private ownership will occur by week’s end. Six trains will be removed from the day schedule to free 4,000 freight cars stuck by snow in southern New England. Further details and official notices will be published soon.

New York New Haven Hartford Shin Isridge Aouthern New England Rome Femny New Slave Yet Rockhill

South Wales Steel Workers Strike Spreads

In Cardiff Wales nearly all steel workers joined a general strike. About seven men are taking a forty percent cut. The industry faces an increase in war demand and a potential shutdown as 38,900 to 20,000 workers are affected. If the strike endures, main works employing thousands will halt within a week, impacting material supply.

Cardiff Wales South Wales Feneral

Geddes Chosen British Ambassador to United States

Mar 1 announced Sir Auckland Geddes will become British ambassador to the United States and depart London in about a month. He will be guest of honor at Pilgrims and other societies in London before leaving.

Loxton Sir Auckland Geddes United States eMemlly Waswader Londerha

W H Perry Estate Probate Filed In Fairfield

Practically the entire estate of the late Winthron Perry of Fairfield is to be probated. Louisa Terry widow has filed for probate and Marca J Speciald is named executor. The estate is valued around 100000 dollars. RG Demprest and Chores LB Jennings were appointed appraisers.

Fairfield Marca J Winthron Peery Southport Trust Co Louisa Terry Perry Demprest Jennings Aisers

Local Aviators Incorporate to Erect Airdrome Stations

Bridgeport bonanza reveals a new aviation firm formed by Tesaier tora and associates. Incorporators include Lt. W. Parker Sealey, Bronson H. Davis, Sumner Sewell, Henry Thorne, and others. Capitalization set at 50000 dollars with 160 dollars per share. Several potential airdrome sites have been inspected and one will be established.

Bridgeports Tesaier Tora Talen Aviatigon Couler Nave G Tyong Sport Eluy Slate Durtfure Q Tornertleist Aerial Navigation — Cemiporary Bridgeport Audtotney W. Parker Sealey Accmy Iin Bronson H. Davis Sumner Sewell Henry

American Legion Pushes Military Training Effort

Washington describes a heated push by the American Legion for a national universal military training policy. House leaders plan to address the issue within pending army legislation. Senatorial and committee actions focus on amendments and aviation station prospects for New York to Boston routes.

Washington American Legion House Ermy Scorganizilior Thomas W. Miller Vadhimix, Ton Del Spentsink Tetlon Efforta Optain Congress Mille Senate Eric Qan Nota Zenerel Artig Bis Trnin Peren Po Sintas New York Boston Goast Neracit Chamber of Covigoren Bueh Uta Bern Tse Iat Tinta Awa de Reid Pepork

Mexican Threat Holes Up Testimony In Senate Hearing

A fragmented report from a Senate subcommittee hearing describes Mexican government pressure and fear among Nogales and Douglas business leaders to avoid testifying. Senator Wall accuses the Mexican influence of blocking witnesses who would otherwise testify on cross-border trade and policy, with candidates and officials reluctant to appear due to safety and political concerns.

Wwerriars Mexico Can New Mexico Francis J. Kearfus Wall Dougliz Nogslus Armona Anc Douglas Nogales Metico Uridar

Sheriff Earhart Denies Crossing Border in Pursuit

Santa Cruz County Sheriff Ray Earhart says his posse did not cross the border in a chase tied to the cafe incident. The statement follows reports of a fatal shooting near the Marek area and the reopening of an American store in the Tubby Post region.

Gales, Ariz Marek J—De Alexander Srager Mrase Tubby Ray Th Eartue Sherif Santa Crna County

Trains Tied Up Americans Use Airplanes in France Trips

Fragmented OCR reports trains halted by a railway strike in France while Americans opt for air travel. The piece mentions figures and events in Geneva London and gentile races, with references to aircraft and transport disruptions amid tensions.

France Lawlea Uncle Ram Eam Heney C. Tryison Ung Ayelie Gempwe Tal

U S Ruling On Prohibition Amendment Delayed By Court

The court granted indefinite delay in the Rhode Island led challenge to the Prohibition amendment. Massachusetts and Kentucky were given permission to appeal as the inquest on the federal prohibition measure moved forward with mixed reactions from state attorneys general and governors.

Massachusetts Kentucky Yupreye Tre Kiyil Rhode Istat Charles J. Maghea Rhode Island Delaware Northarolina Loulsite Indiana Alabama Maine Arkansas Michigan Morida Kansas West Virginia Nevada Nebraska Montana North Dakota Dulsote Wruming Utah Oregon Arizona Perliament Egent Herbert A. Rice Thatia Wenthek Aselaant Athorney Anera Frierson Tinghes Foghes Chis Finnell Rite

Solid South Splits and Harding Vision Prompt U S Unity

Fragmentary talking points claim Solid South is splitting and Texas Louisiana and other states shifting toward Republicanism. Senator Harding promotes restoration of Jeffersonianism and warns against Europe overreaching while urging calmer Mexican policy and national unity in the Republican cause.

Joansas Clty South Texas Louisiana United States Warren G. Harding Unio Nana Virginia Carolinas Georgia Opor Sa Pexas

Democrats Gain in Maine Cities Across State

In Portland and several towns Democrats won mayoral races and city council seats, shifting control from Republicans in Lewiston Waterville Bath and Ellsworth. Results put Democrats ahead in Portland and Waterville while party influence increased in other centers.

Nomination of Hunt to Be Investigated

Washington March Joe Praul reports Wilson's nomination of George W. Slint of Arizona as minister to Slamia will face subcommittees for inquiry. Complaints claim Hunt shows sympathy for the Industrial Workers of the World. The committees will also take up Bainbridge Cowby’s nomination at the next session.

Wington Mareh Joe Praul Bent Wilson George W. Slint Arizona Slam Ia Wien Senate Hunt Indus- Indal Workers of the World Pye Bainbridge Cowby

War Veterans Reeducation Funding Question Debated

A proposal to require the federal board of vocational education to issue guidelines on reeducation applications by veterans was introduced in the House by Representative Braced, Republican, New York. The bill asks who would enforce the order and whether it had been properly issued.

Washington, Star Hamblican New York

Palmer enters Georgia Democratic presidential primary race

Atlanta march 1 attorney general Palmer formally announces his bid for the Democratic nomination in a telegram to georgia party official. he states support for his candidacy and notes the april 20 preferential primary to express the voters choice. others named in petition include Clark edwards hoover robinsing and mcdAdoo with the slate to be determined by the committee.

Waslington Mergh le Democriaus Bramat Atwovnay-Gererad Georgia Repu Eeu Mr. Palmer Tate San Francisco Wilson Cox Ohio James W. Gerard Germany Wissem c. MoAdoo Thereneury William 7 Bryan Robert L. Gwen Oklahoms Harbert Hoover Edwards New Jereeys Tig Georgia Stele Committee Palmer Hoover Gaid He Georgia State Democratic’, Committee Atlanta Hiram L. Gardner Georgia State Democratic Committee Georgi Georgiay Chard Clark Jersey Herbart Hoover Robelensing Secretary of States Willam G McAdoo The Treasury Democratic Executive Committee Hla Sapey Baye Gearlin

Flames Spark NYC Chinatown Panic and Rescue

Fire swept an apartment building on Mott Street in Chinatown triggering panic among residents including Yom Tee and many Chinamen. Dozens refused to abandon belongings, were carried down extension ladders, and several were overcome. Firemen faced language barriers amid a chaotic rescue in the crowded neighborhood.

New York Mar Chinatown Yom Tee Inter Joss House Mott Street Mave] Lee Nore Boto

Mayor Wilson Balks Attempt To Probe City Expenditures

At a Common Council meeting Mayor Wilson blocked a bid by Alderman Hogan to refer a resolution requesting a detailed audit of recent city expenditures to the miscellaneous committee. The item list included printing, salaries, and street projects, with debate over whether public funds should be disclosed or exposed to private firms. The measure was sent back to the committee for action.

Wilson Balks Alderman Hogan Wilson Hosan Posal John ‘S Hing Hall Herthal Parks Alfred Terry Grand Street Bridge East Washington Avenue Bridge Intertipe Printing Company City Attorney's Office Tohn FH. Ditlen James Holt Charles A. Hopswood Frank Broishwaite Morris W. Brown Algerman Hogan Tnt Raiges Aldarman Hogan Camiment Hogan Alderaan Grosra Comemil Sa Nichals Aldertan McManus

Antealoons League to Be Investigated

Albany DN March 1 The Assembly adopted regulations for a judiciary committee investigation into the fatima con lgegie by Assemblyman Louis Sugilller Democrat New York with a 69 to 5 vote.

Albany DN. C Louis ‘A. Sugilller New York

Religion in School Brandon Il Monitors Suspension For Absences

Principal Walkey of a Brandon area school suspended three pupils for failing to attend morning exercises. The action followed objections by Catholic church parishioners led by Rev Gray. The controversy centers on religious objections to school events and attendance requirements.

Brandon Maren Walkey E. 'S Gray

Court asked to rule on first member rights in Christian Science case

Boston March 1 The Christian Science dispute widens as Mrs Exilie B Hullinwell of Brooklyn petitions the Supreme Court for leave to intervene in the trustees of the Christian Science Publishing Society suit against the First Church of Christ Scientist. Master Frederic Dodge hearings wrap in a bid to block director interference with publishing operations. The master’s draft report was filed and the filing deadline extended to March 12 after petitions. Earlier motions to extend to March 18 were denied. The case questions power to remove trustees and whether board members or trustees control expenditures and transactions.

Boston Varione Christa Science Church Mrg Pubsits Fishing Society Duwemore Hutin Farst Hulin Pelthery Eesc

Poland to receive private loan of fifty million dollars

Washington March 1 Belletih reports that negotiations for a private loan of 50 million dollars to Poland have concluded with the People Industrial Trading Corporation of New York. The loan will be the first of its kind to any of the new European governments and aims to ease Poland's financial straits.

Washington

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