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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Mar 14, 1918
Page
11
Orders issued restricting civilian entry to Camp Devens after curfew. Women are barred from camp unless escorted by a soldier to access events between retreat and reveille. Hostesses and visitors must be escorted. deviations require military approval. Command aims to transfer visitors to cantonments promptly for security.
A new army shake-up is reported with a plan to reduce seven major generals to brigadier general ranks. The move is described as the beginning of broader changes in the American army command. Several Spanish workers reportedly failed a physics test amid ongoing staffing adjustments.
Otis faces a federal trial before Judge Jobin for allegedly tampering with a military transport vessel during wartime danger. Prosecutors say he disrupted navigation while locomotives and equipment bound for the army in France were aboard, aiming to alter speed reports and mislead commanding officers.
In New Haven Aiel ool Heprel Mersin sues for ten thousand dollars citing loss of wife Abra Marviin Abwvvin testifies of alleged marital strife. Trott allegedly paid attention to the wife, leading to quarrels at Lobristys and the Cornwall farm. Witnesses describe confrontations, threats, and a letter from Marvin reproaching Trott for unbecoming conduct.
Baptists nationwide organize to raise one million dollars for missionary and war work. The Fairfield County Baptist Association will meet at Strat Field at 7 this evening with pastors and delegates, led by Dr Bruce Winney of Cloh. Plans for fundraising and campgain outline, with support from American Catholic Tone Mission society to aid northern states.
False reports threaten to deter farmers and disrupt oil bean production. San Antonio Chamber of Commerce plans to assemble and deliver 4000 bushels of castor beans, aiming to stabilize prices amid rumors. Officials will review the spread of misinformation and its impact on the industry.
In Bjoerneberg Finland Consul Haynes is reported safe as fifteen American residents remain in the city. The dispatch notes the presence of a consul and mentions reactions from officials including COHEN and AMBinister N.OS Morris. The text references White Guards and a border area incident with travel of a party toward Ataid Eshonds and a Marchd event.
A chaotic report outlines Theresa Porgeois and Clarey Unger dying after a violent incident at home and a separate fatal blaze at the Unger residence. Minn ie Unger and others suffer injuries as investigators probe the cause and timing of fires, with physicians stating Theresa remains in grave condition.
A car crash near the schoolhouse injures a boy and prompts police investigation. Witnesses say the driver sped at high speed despite school zone warnings. The boy was taken to Vincents hospital where his condition is not serious. Triple Mineral services are planned this afternoon at the late home.
Thirty naval reservists, two women, and two children were rescued from the steamer Kershaw near an Adhantic port after it ran aground amid a heavy fog. Coast guards used a breeches buoy to save many aboard while others were taken off by boats. The ship Georgia later grounded in Potts Cove, Astoria, and all 160 passengers and 40 porters were removed by a tug without baggage.
James T. Marsha of 226 Colorado Avenue was arrested on a warrant and held at police headquarters. He is wanted by Watertown Massachusetts police for desertion and non support of his wife and three children. Watertown authorities have been notified to transport him this morning.
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