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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Mar 25, 1920
Page
2
Representative Gallivan and Dempsey from Herat Massachusetts support a proposed relief plan for soldiers. They criticized postwar spending and said no adequate compensation has been provided, noting only an $60 tip upon discharge as government gratitude.
An advertisement touts Allenrhy as a cure for rheumatism claiming deposits of uric acid dissolve within 24 hours. It asserts rapid relief, safety, and a guarantee from Hindle's Drug Stores, featuring Dr James Hallen as discoverer and urging sufferers to try the product nationwide at local druggists.
Senator Trammell pressed Captain Laning over a 1915 letter to Admiral Sims claiming the bureau of operations erred in plans. Laning testified there was no comprehensive wartime plan and noted inadequate dreadnought ammunition reserves, stressing the need for bureau aid to gain the secretary's attention.
Albany dispatch reports counsel for the New York Assembly judiciary committees argue the five suspended Socialist members are ineligible and disqualified to occupy seats. The defense says the party's organization, not individuals, proves sedition aims. The brief claims Socialists seek to change government by political action and general strike to topple the structure of government.
Fairfield County Yale Alumni Association elected officers for the coming year at a regular banquet. John W. Barks was named president, Samuel C. Shaw vice president, Howard W. Curtis secretary and treasurer, with Dr D. C. Brown, Charles Lockwood, and B. J. Quinlin named to the council. Retiring president Ormat Leed presided, and speakers included Charles Seymere on allied war aims, Mane Well on the Yale China School, and Amos Wilder on China. Laurens Cornwell served as toastmaster.
German regulars clash with Reds near the main citadel guarding the bridge, shifting southeast as artillery sound persists. Belgian forces bolster positions on the bridge with machine guns, while a railroad entry to Münster is noted and evacuations proceed to Crefeld. Lieutenant General Baron Jacques inspects defenses amid ongoing combat.
The exodus from Italy continues due to high living costs. The steamship Argentina arrived from Naples today carrying 957 Italians, most former residents of the United States who had returned to Italy after the war with plans to stay there.
Obituaries list multiple local residents with funeral times, places, and burial details. Among those named are Adam Vontalett, Elizabeth Schultz, Ruth Kilpatrick, Sarah A. Bodey, Bridget Galvin, William F. Norvish, and Mary A. Harding, with churches including St Joseph's German Church and St Augustine's, and cemeteries such as Park cemetery and Mountain Grove.
Captain Charley Lockhart of Naw Haven leads the 22a regiment battalion as guest instructor at the school of Lie 8. G. in Bridgeport called by Colonel Stephen P. Crenan. All Fourah Infantry commissioned officers are ordered to attend tonight with Spaghis 0 748.
Grand master William T Meyer of the city led the Independent Order of Odd Fellows as grand officers and Moridgeport delegates joined Adelphian lodge in a gathering. A dinner followed at 600 o'clock in the ban quay hail. Present were Deputy Grand Master Frank W Wilton Hartford and other officers, with representatives from New Haven New Flaven New Tendon and Mass locations.
The National Association for Woman Suffrage facing hearings plans sparking debate as Henry C. Thompson of the Delaware branch previews testimony. Readers anticipate Senate ratification votes with delay feared. anti suffragists push for action in both houses while lawmakers debate timing.
Norwalk special report states Mrs. Mary F. Peeley was wounded by her son William Teeley at their Grand View avenue home. She had two bullets in shoulder and hip, condition stabilize tonight but described as serious. Teeley, behavior noted as unsettled, was arrested and later committed to Westport Sanitarium by the probate judge.
New York reports the 74th board of governors of the steel exchange voted to conform to the daylight saving law. The financial district, banks, and local institutions will set clocks ahead at 2 a.m. next Sunday as the change becomes effective.
Bridgeport council holds a special session to decide on daylight saving time with a recommendation likely to be transmitted to city officials. Milford note mentions central grammar school term ending April for alien resident program led by Elmer Holloners.
A large crowd attended the dedication of the Christian Union’s new building. City church leaders led a worship service at Mainard Thomas streets with Rev Alexander Alison Jr presiding. Dr Daniel I Marsh of Pittsburgh delivered an address and the First Presbyterian Young People’s choir sang hymns. Tonight at 7:45 Dr Donald P Minnos of Kansas City speaks on The Leadership of Christ. The People’s Chorus will perform, and tomorrow night features Young People’s Night for Christian Endeavor Epworth League and Bridgeport youth societies. The Rev J H Genthner of Seward City will speak on Christian character.
The United States Volunteer Life Saving corps meeting at Brilg port urged installing a swimming pool in the memorial building at Seaside Park to teach schoolchildren swimming, hygiene and safety, aiming to save lives in summer. A March 9 park board meeting noted $50,100 funds for a memorial near Perry Memorial Arch. a committee was appointed to seek special permissions.
Fraternal Pioneer Gamp W O W and Magna Charm Lodge report initiations and new memberships. The Song of St George team plans a smoker at Bridgeport Minstrel Club, with Lt James Waller coordinating. Bridgeport Elks to host officer installation. Knights of Columbus to exemplify first and second degrees for a class of four. Park City council prepares third degree exemplification.
The forecast notes rain for Southern New England on Thursday and Friday with likely showers across the upper lake, western lower lake region, Ohio Valley, Tennessee and eastern states. Northern New England is expected to be fair Thursday and Friday with probable rain later. The Almanac hints at calendar data for Bridgeport area and other regional timings.
Washington report on a new questionnaire for presidential aspirants about campaign expenditures outlines requests for sworn statements of past and future spending, lists of contributors, and potential press access. The Labor letter urges prompt disclosure and asks candidates to support an immediate federal registration for campaign fund transparency.
Robert Riccio aged 14 of 233 Peace Street was run over by a coach at the International Silver Company works yesterday afternoon. He suffered crushed kidneys and was taken to Bridgeport Hospital. The accident happened as he attempted to sit a ride on the rear of a truck.
Police search for the motorist of a vehicle that struck a trolley at Park and Mapletread Avenue on Tuesday night. The collision left four people severely injured, and officers have been unable to locate the driver despite extensive inquiries.
At the Stratfield luncheon the Neighborved Improvement committee discussed cleanup plans for the coming year. Rev. Alexander Alison Jr retired as chairman. Health Officer William Hall Coon, Captain John A. Tague, and Henry Clift outlined efforts to use Health and Fire Prevention bureaus practical programs, targeting one district at a time.
Rural district returns and city tallies from yesterday's primary show Wood with 25,023 votes, Lowden 23,523, and Johnson 20,823, in the Republican presidential nomination race. Estimated 57 of 64 counties reported. five of seven counties yet to report.
A advertisement extols Dr Kilmer Swamp Root as a pure effective medicine for kidney liver and bladder troubles. It promises safety and potency in every bottle and offers a sample for ten cents from Dr Kilmer Co Binghanton X Y for Bridgeport Telegram readers.
An advertisement urges readers to try Miro Pile Remedy from Rindlea Drug Stores. It claims guarantee printed on the package and says even long standing cases with bleeding can be cured in days. The copy warns that many stomach pains are not true piles and promotes Miro Pile Ointment for such cases.
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