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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Mar 20, 1922

Page

2

Greatest Show Departs for Five Weeks at the Garden

The Barnum & Bailey and Ringling Brothers shows leave Bridgeport for five weeks at Madison Square Garden New York City opening Saturday February 25. A large consignment of animals from Germany arrives ahead of the run.

At the Garden Arth Bridgeport America Eason Osters Barnum & Bailey's Ringling Brothers Madison ‘Square Garden New York City Owen Presa Cwill P.T. Barnum Germany Jett Ollie Paca Plermanta Madison Square Garden Elaindrin

Aged Man Found Dead From Heart Disease

Responding to a call at Bancoyati Cottage at 11 oclock yesterday, Dr J O Brien found Andrew Canfield, 68, dead. The medical examiner attributed death to natural causes after examining the body, noting long standing heart and stomach troubles.

Ambcul Bancoyati 1. J. O Brien Wandrew Canfield Melext SM. Garlick Mir Canfield

Firemen kept on jump all day for slight fires

The fire department worked a busy day with seven alarms, including three grass fires and two minor house blazes. A stove fire at the Stanley Rule and Level Co. damaged a wall and wiring, with total losses around 350. No injuries reported.

Stanley Rule and Level Co Wilnton Street Lie Mmorting Damake Shomas Clark Ast Street Beardsley Park Lexington North Avenue George Fr. Mair Lindley Street Willow Street Barnum Avena

Pageant Marks Opening Of Holden Parish Hall

Yesterday morning marked the opening of the Holden Parish Hall of Olivet church with a sermon by Rev. Herbert Brenva on The place of Miter Ahureh and its Opportunities. Later a school pageant Ruth the Loving was presented in the evening with Ruth Asdeey Carrig Matthewson and Mrs. Herbert Brown in a leadership role.

Holdes Olivet Chareh Herbert Brenva Wien Budge Wily Pinney Civarel Ahool Ruth Ipapenne Afiss Ruth Asdeey Mien Carrig Matthewson Herbert Brown

Bakers Certified Flavoring Extracts Advertised

An old advertisement for Bakers Certified Flavoring Extracts appears among grocery notices. It touts the eternal quality of the product and its use with other ingredients of unquestionable quality in AL grocers.

Hopeful 21 Years Ago Proves Robust By Internal Bathing

An advertisement from New York promotes the J. Body Cascade as a guaranteed cure for constipation and related ailments. It cites Alfred B Wright of Middletown Ohio praising its effects and claims thousands testify to relief, with UG Geyrs Drug Store offering free explanations and trials. The piece urges readers to visit for a free sample and more details.

Mir Alfred B. Wright Middletown Ohio Wyrrell Hywieaic Institute of New Yorks Chas York

Sea Circus Cure Aboard New Amsterdam

Passengers aboard the New Amsterdam report a sea sickness cure from Goo-Goo the Human Pendulum. A dramatic ride saved many on the voyage to Rotterdam with 800 aboard, including circus performers and spectators, all marveling at the counteraction of seasickness during rough seas.

Reais Rotterdam Oesomous New Amsterdam Gerobain Europe Passeneer Ilimesa Ben Ulav Shy Beynos Germany Mat Phell Canton I Starn Inia Jove Sigknens

Murder Scandals and London Nightlife Reach Headlines

A chaotic report details a woman’s murder followed by evidence of violent crime in London clubs. The maid’s testimony recalls a morning escort and a reckless night, while a prominent man faces accusations. Authorities note large profits from illicit venues as unlicensed dens proliferate. Public anxiety flares over violence and drug trade surrounding nightlife.

Bridgeport Hospital Praised During United Church Service

Walter B Lashar reports on Bridgeport Hospital Day at United Church where Dr William Horace Day preached on Physician, Real Thou? and hospital leaders including Sumner Simpson and Lashar outlined management, growth, and community service. Attendees included 4 nurses and 21 doctors, with board members present.

Sixt-Lhree She Steff Bridgeport United Church William Horace Day Dayt Jdirectors Sumher Simpson Walter JB. Tashar CO. Co . Godfrey Laraga Wi A. LaPield C. Patterson Wao Mr. Simpson New York Boston Simpson Bridgeport Hospital G. C. Gadiray Godfrey Lambert Flo Bresnahan Andpoin Mra Frank Milter Ta. Armatrong A. OV Burrith Mtr Be W Cagewell al. Hancey Walter B. Lashar Sumner Simpson WV. B. Spencer Ts. T Warner D. M. Trecartin George B. Garlick Haing

Harding Indicates Early Recognition Agreed in Mexico Talks

Press summaries report White House officials signaling progress toward U S recognition of Mexico under an iron bound treaty proposal. Obregon offers non retroactive guarantees regarding the Carranza era constitution clause about property sales, while talks in Mexico City between both governments continue.

United States United Braves Obregon Provident Wars Carrenas Mexico Mexico City Watling Florida

Rye Woman Held In Motor Accident

Miss Yimulbury Wagon of Ruston Post Road Rye was charged yesterday with operating a motor vehicle without a license. Police say she sideswiped a parked car belonging to Michael Donnelly on Avery Avenue causing minor damage to the mudguard and fender. Atlas Wilson’s car held at pallor headquarters for her appearance to the girls’ serum lodge.

Yimulbury Ruston Post Road, Rye Pulive Michael Donnelly Leergee Pairfield Avenue Atlas Wilson Palloe

Unclear reference to unregistered clubs and high society venues

Fragmentary note discusses unregistered clubs chosen at once and London night spots frequented by famous people. Mentions entertainment, membership rolls, and perception of clubs resembling posh venues in New York. Source text is garbled with many misspellings.

London England Das York Unita

Gandhi Accepts Prison Sentence in Trial

Gandhi accepts prison sentence in a court appearance discussing custody. He says the judge could not have failed to see the decision. The report notes the violence of the Indian petition movement and the surrounding chaos as authorities tighten control.

Gandhi explains why he became a disaffectionist

London dispatch reports Mahatma Gandhi reluctantly explains his stance during a trial. He says British rule worsened India’s plight and notes his restraint and modesty despite calls for harsher action. The Bombay agreement and wire service notes describe his tone and reception.

Gandhi London Yonantas S. Gandhe Bombay

Simon Grehan Re-Elected Head of State Sinn Fein Leader Speaks

Simon Grehan, re-elected head of state of the American Association the Recognition of the Irish Republic, addressed a gathering in New Tavern yesterday. Fr. Flanagan spoke, with attendees including representatives from multiple CT cities and towns, and names such as Miss Wood from Hartland and Luke Martin of New London among the directors and congressional appointees.

Simon Grehan A.alr.l.r Simon Crehan Sive American Association New Tavern Td Flanagan Ole Ch Diregter Rick Wdoa Hartland Hoan Meri- Agney Tyehan Aven

Congressional election held in Maine today

In Maine the Third District, a once Republican stronghold, faces a contest as John A. Nelodu Stepub I Neun and Ernest T. Mebean contend. The district includes Kennebec Waldo Knox Hancock and Washington counties, historically Republican though Democrats push to gain ground amid past tight margins. Local history notes slim margins in 1918 and 1914 as voters shifted.

Maine Amurei James G Blaine Ehosta Jot A. Petova John A. Nelodu Stepub I Neun Demonert Auguste Kenneles Waldo Sanaset Gancock Washington William R. Pattangull Andy State Anc Nulion

Dope Den inspires 1922 beauty trend at Auteuil Races

At the Auteuil Races the first models of the new makeup appeared amid a crowd watching the Spring Sireplechase Derby. Dandies like Berry Wall and Lloyd Parsons debated the modern look described as lean, sunken, and theatrically pale with greenish attire. Notables including Dudley Tie Malone and Count Bertrand De Lunppo attended, while rumors swirled about fallen divas and stage returns.

Auteuil Miles Spinely Dane Myr Wrbiten Sy. Sanchex Frank Vandelip Ang Wiliam J. Cores Bonanar Chateau Villewenis Dudley Tie Malone Ganna Walsho-Cochran Templetos Cracker San Francisca Pearl White Iexisa Aimee Gouraud Hugh Wallace Sally Beecher Count Bertrand de Lunppo

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