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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Mar 30, 1920

Page

1

Board votes to retire teachers at 70 in Bridgeport

Bridgeport Board of Education votes on automatic retirement for teachers and principals at age 70. Over a deficit of 73,600 dollars looms as apportionment funds fall short, prompting a plan to list all over aged staff and prepare retirement recommendations for next meeting.

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Murder in Ireland Reported by Masked Men

London dispatch reports another Ireland outrage with the murder of Thomas Sawyer in his home at Whourlex Tipperary carried out by masked men. One assailant covered Dwyer's wife with a rifle during the upstairs killing.

Ireland London Thomas Sawyer Whourlex Tipperary Dwyer Genoa Dos ‘Berle Mevigs Tin Steindham Lownyith Steindham House Leersey Hose Tobwen Dar Stee

Grand Jurymen Pass Hat to Aid Victim of Wife

Rector Grand Jurymen pass the hat to aid Mrs. Joseph Carroll of 985 West 96th Street who said her husband beat and robbed her. The collection raised 73 dollars for the abused wife and her four year old daughter after detailing a bleak account before the grand jury.

Vernon C. Brown Grand Joseph cCarroll Hushane Carroll 96Th Street Grand Wary Willy Tasorer Appaarell Lim

Borah Warns Wood Campaign Faces Disgrace Over Expenditures

Senator Borah telegraphed General Wood declaring his expenditures claims were modest and urging a public list of subscribers and amounts spent in South Dakota Ohio and Illinois to correct errors. He warned Wood to come out boldly or bring disgrace upon his name party and country. Borah spoke in Michigan in support of Johnson's candidacy.

Leonard Wood Idaho Ceneral Wood Senatoc Borah Michlean Coorest Michigan United States Mighisan South Dakota Ohio Tinois Genard Wood Yassert Borah Johnson

Milford Hit By Severe Thunderstorm

Milford reports the first thunderstorm of the year last night with a heavy downpour and sharp lightning flashes after 7 PM. The storm lasted over fifteen minutes and caused widespread disruption.

Milford

Wall Street Bond Robbery Report Shocks City

In New York on March 28 a bond robbery was reported with a messenger case vanishing along with securities valued at 118 thousand. Police were alerted as authorities pursued clues surrounding the loss from a Harmanian aid company messenger route.

New York Wallshett Harmianin Aid Company Trac

Leaders to Urge Special Session on Holcomb Today

North Carolina poised to act as prominent Republican leaders press for a special session called by Governor Holcomb. A New Haven luncheon drew state party figures and suffrage advocates as supporters urged the governor to convene the legislature. Optimism was muted by caution amid internal party tensions and opposition figures.

Holcomb WAVEN Aml S.hie Spencer Missouri Republican Party Fotel Meath Wiseflesnoon Spencer North Catolina Col. Maarc’ M. Ultman New Haven Andrew Mish Ac Cheloncheon Marcus Moleemb Erlii¢Ian Twet Persis Advilaers Rovernor Chrles Mopkins Harts Courant Thepiher Major Barktey Neithes Samircor Washington

Former Port teacher dies at Lagrange Illinois

Mist Aline F Collins, 25, daughter of William VI and Alle e T Collins, died after a three year illness. A former Bend note teacher at Riverside School, she lived in Norwich with parents. Funeral set for 2:89 PM Thursday at her parents home.

Aline F. Calling Hayriet Streec William VI Allee T Collins Lagrange Colling Waa Guerfield, Inn MeWinley Seriorly City Normal School Mg. Macklin Jamaica Re /G. Collins Greenwich Norman M. Collins Noble Avenue Big Norwich

Bridgeport Produce and Fruit Prices Published by Telegram

The Telegram will publish twice weekly tables on the financial page showing wholesale prices for produce and fruit in Bridgeport. Compiled by state experts, the tables guide producers dealers and consumers to market conditions and expected daily costs for vegetables and fruit.

Bridgeport Telegram

Italian Restaurant Keeper Murdered Amid Vendetta Claim

A Rome Cafe proprietor was shot dead late at night at 406 Beachmuntt and a vaunted vendetta claim tied to Lamoneica's wealth and ties to New York. Police note possible motive linked to rival parties, with warnings of a Seattle-like underworld. Investigations center on organized crime and a (Mrs) Leena Tamunea’s potential testimony.

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Votes to Repeal Light Saving Law

Albany New York reports the state senate narrowly approved a repeal measure by a 26 to 25 vote amid partisan split. The bill would remove daylight saving provisions, with minority lawmakers opposing and Governor Edwards signaling a special message to the Senate. If passed, the timing and implications remain under review as other states consider similar action and potential statewide impact.

Albany Nox Senate Lonilet Wshtio Newark Des Jersey Jan Monigh Edwardsyn New York

Martens Arrested for Deportation Hearings Set

Department of Justice says Ludwig Martens, agent of the Russian Soviet government, surrendered to labor department officials. Senator Hardwick will hear on Wednesday as a warrant of information is prepared. The case centers on a perfect deportation case and the status of various diplomats and representatives connected to the former fusebon government.

Department of Justice Washington Mar Ion Shyho Senate — Investigation Communities Ludigig CG SK. Marteons Sowet Depeciment of Labor Post Hardwick Annawer General Garment of Justice Moris Bakhinetieff Department Sektors United States Martens Macouraing State Department Leduy Fran AL Gwurker Marians Snapp Finagia Canumltien

Governor Proposes Time Change to Eastern Standard

A gubernatorial proclamation issued today urges adopting Eastern Standard Time for the state during the summer months. The governor notes confusion and inconvenience from maintaining both Central and Eastern time zones and argues the change would simplify schedules and operations statewide.

Miullan Ani Pointy Olen

Supreme Court May Act on Day Law on April 18

Supreme Court may act on the day law in April hearings as Elihu Root and other attorneys argue against constitutional prohibition amendments. Advocates claim such legislation would create a third legislative power and pervert the constitution. Arguments focus on the validity and scope of a proposed prohibition amendment and its impact on state and federal authority.

Supreme Court Washtington Wisconsin Kentucky Massachusetts Cate Elihu Tropt Chrisian Fiegenspan Stewer New Yark Gengral McGraw New Jersey Flerson Tkvot Cangreas Foot

Milk Price Drop Takes Effect Today Across City

Announcement from the Hell Dairy states a price cut on milk with grades A and B. Grade A milk falls from 12 to 8 cents per pint, Grade B from 17 to 18 cents, delivered to homes. A one cent reduction applies on pints in both grades. Prices communicated to customers by elected officials at homes. The market expects a citywide effect and a leveling of milk prices nationwide.

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Attempted Robbery and Police Chase End in Capture

George Linsnan, 20, arrested after attempting to break into Cacesd Misch clothing store at Middle and Goulen, then fled along Towne Street to Stratfield Hotel. Police say he admitted several window display burglaries. stole jewelry and watches from Spector's and Beach's stores, valued around $150. He claimed personal use. confessed to past thefts and showed markers of intoxication.

George Linehan City George Linsnan Tosede Cacesd Misch Middle Goulen Sapie Wretirth Py Neha He Drake Neil Marcel Spector Paieteld Avenue Mt Wateh Hrobhell Ak Nam Beach Vin Mareh McGul Linghan Chan Pelt Gereoran Linehan Stratfield Ube Slater

Palm Sunday tornado toll tops 173 deaths in eight states

Chicago reports 173 dead as Palm Sunday twisters devastate eight states. Georgia and Alabama saw heavy fatalities while Elgin and the Chicago area suffered major property losses, totaling about 6.5 million. Troops patrolled stricken towns. Red Cross opened relief hubs as health workers mobilized.

Chicago Middle West Georgia Alabama Elgin

Raabe Corners Suffer Severe Cyclone Toll in Ohio Hamlets

Destruction from a cyclone hits Raabe Corners Genoa Swanton and surrounding areas. Two killed and fourteen injured at Genoa with extensive property damage and widespread debris. Relief efforts mobilized by local officials, schools head Mr. Steindham, and aid funds established for new homes and shelter.

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Georgia Town Devastated By Killer Tornado Toll Rising

A massive tornado swept Hoargianid Milani and surrounding areas causing 50 known dead and about 100 injured. The Red Cross reported extensive damage across towns including West Point and Alexander City, with hundreds homeless and property losses around 500000 dollars. Authorities warn of ongoing casualty reports as rescue efforts continue and communications break down.

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36 Dead in Indiana Tornado Toll Rises Across Towns

Latash reports from northern Indiana track the death toll at 36 with hundreds injured as Sun Uas tornado devastates multiple communities. Property losses run into hundreds of millions of dollars. many residents remain unaccounted.

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