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Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Mar 17, 1920

Page

4

Pawtucket Man Tells of Vice Conditions

A Pawtucket man testified in Newport during wartime about vice activities and naval investigations. He claimed overhearing conversations linking prominent men to objectionable behavior, naming figures like Lt. Hudson and others, with the matter referred to Gov. Beckman and Assistant Secretary Roosevelt for action. He acknowledged no knowledge of a specific complaint when asked.

Newport Surehit Mharler Tiaioof Jaiweurket Ted Crogé Hudson Beckman

Naval Tug Rescues Wrecked German Vessel

A U S naval tug towed the wrecked German ship after temporary repairs were made at port. The operation followed a perilous voyage with crews controlling lines and ensuring safety during the salvage and tow to a sheltered harbor.

U. S ASTAG Tsar Mat Naval Ruga Atlante Vna Sakina Wwe Anaung

Delegates to Communist Meeting Reported Passing Through Oregon

A dispatch from Oregon notes delegates traveling to a Communist assembly. The report mentions leaders and factions, with reference to Moscow and Russia. The piece portrays splits among small communist groups and predictions of outcomes at the gathering.

Wills Filed for Probate in Three Shonts Case

New York reports three wills of Jahe Theodere Soins filed for probate. Theodere’s widow and nephews are named as heirs. One will excludes a son, another mentions provisions for a fund, and income to be divided between the widow and relatives. An attorney represents the executors.

New England Parla New York Incerborough Milla Bersis Hey Ming Vaade

Public Health Service Workforce Dented by Low Pay

Surgeon General Cumming stated that low pay has depleted the Public Health Service personnel. He said the pay is entirely inadequate for the force required to operate hospitals and treat former soldiers. The shortage affects necessary medical staffing and hospital operations.

Washington Mar Public Health Service Cumming Additon Ines

Women voters face machine limits in New Haven election

Town Clerk Joan E. Doughan says current voting machines cannot be used by women voters for all races next election. Women would vote only for presidential and vice presidential electors under the federal amendment, requiring a method to separate these offices from state tickets.

Joan E. Doughan Doughan

Clyde Liner With 214 Guard Taken In Tow

Huston reports a Clyde liner with 214 passengers rescued after a storm. Another liner is being towed, with crew saved, as panic and waves threaten mid voyage. The incident involves the ship Limon and a chant of safe retreat amid peril at sea.

CLYDE Wilmington Mivawi Huston Apa Ted Inkyyar Tey Yungal

Revenue office note from Hern Mi Ype Vin B20.000

A terse entry records revenue details at Hern Mi Ype Vin involving an amount of 20 000 local currency units. The brief note implies a financial transaction or assessment but provides few contextual specifics or dates.

Toray ’ Revenue Office Hern

Old Fashioned Mustard Remedy For Sore Throat

An antique remedy touts yellow mustard plaster or poultice for sore throat tonsillitis and chest congestion. Heat eases pain while mustard preparations like Eggs Musterine promise quicker relief, claimed to be safe for infants and adults, priced around 60 cents via C Wells & Co LeRoy NY.

C. Wells & Co LeRoy N.Y

Sent to Jail for Dry Law Violation in New Haven

A New Haven report notes Maroh mi Perrault and others were sent to jail for violations of the dry law. The item mentions federal officers, fines, and related statistics in a compact agency-style notice.

New Haven Marohmi Perrault Wolstead Ag Jil Tor Dom

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