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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

May 06, 1918

Page

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Offensive in Italy Portends New Front Action

Reports from bridges and fronts along the Piave and northern Italy indicate imminent Gl realization of a major Austro German spring offensive. The Italian war office notes large Austrian troop concentrations drawn from the Russian and Roumanian theaters as Emperor Charles and high command move toward the front, signaling a decisive campaign in Venetia and Tyrol.

Piave River Italy Isonzo Venetia Charles of Austria Tyrol Trentino

Deserter Henry Horne Jumps From Train Near Norwalk

Henry Horne a private in Co K of the 61st regiment deserts while en route from Camp Devens to Camp Wright. He leaped from the New York express as it slowed near Norwalk and fled toward the Sound. Police fear he may return to Bridgeport to buy civilian clothes. No injuries were reported.

Camp Devens Mass Camp Wright Wisher's Island N.Y Henry Horne 61St Regiment New York Express Norwalk Bridgeport Horne Whste Fort Wright

Weather Summary for Southern New England and Vicinity

Weather forecast for May 5 notes fair skies in Southern New England and East New York with warmer temperatures on Monday. Tuesday brings unsettled or shower conditions in the region and mid Atlantic states report partial cloud cover. Winds are moderate from the south across the Middle and North Atlantic coasts.

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Calvert crash injures Redgate and Light in two car collision

On a Friday afternoon two cars carrying Redgate, Light, and relatives crashed near the Welcome to Danbury sign in Bethel Danbury and Bridgeport travelers. Redgate and Miss Margaret Light sustained severe facial lacerations and multiple bruises. Miss Anna Light and others suffered bruises and shock. Redgate, recently from Camp Devens, lies at his father's Vine Street home with facial injuries and deep lacerations. The group had been en route to Bethel to visit Regis Ganley. a culvert under the Danbury Bethel boundary blocked the road.

Danbury Bridgeport Bethel Edward Redgate Redgate Police Department Margaret Light Owen Light Black Rock Avenue Anna F. Light Redgate Radky Camp Devens Ayer Mass Vine Street Margaret Light Warner Brothers Company Anna Light Willam May Agnes V Getlel Mrs. Light Gethel

More Car Service Is Promised for Bridgeport Workers

G F Weiss, government housing and transportation representative, was assured by officials of a Connecticut company that assistance will be given to solve Bridgeport’s worker transport needs. Plans will be discussed soon at meetings with Wells and the company. The housing funds aim to ensure workers have good trolley service to their jobs, with site selection for new houses influencing route feasibility and legal implications. Davis & Savard Ady.

G. F. Weiss Department of Labor Connecticut Company Bridgeport Mr. Wells

Crossley Gains Weight in Jail Amid Forgery Case

Harry Crossley, renal estate dealer, held on forgery charges, thrives in county jail. He has gained weight, remains healthy in appearance, and is not required to work as a prisoner. He receives few visitors but is reported to be in good spirits. Trial in criminal superior court starts May 14 in this city.

Harry Crossley Focal Crossley Hiis Teather Criminal Superior Court

Poles in Bridgeport Welcome Polish Army Mission

Four thousand Polish residents of Bridgeport crowded the armory to hear four representatives of the Polish army in France now visiting the U S The crowd sang the Polish anthem Bajacu polskie with patriotic fervor and the speakers urged enlistment in the Polish forces in France The visit stirred strong emotion among Polish immigrants and their families (Continued on Page Four).

Bridgeport Poland Germany America Bridgeport Armory France

Four Thrown From Car In Westport Crash

Four Bridgeport residents were injured when a jitney driven by Joseph Dunzie lost control in Westport at 4 30 pm yesterday and the Ford overturned twice. Max Speigel suffered a fractured skull and collarbone, Mrs Speigel a leg fracture, and Benjamin Speigel a fractured collarbone while Boris Dubl was badly bruised. The driver fled and was not found. An ambulance transported the four to St Vincent's hospital. a Reynolds Norwalk truck blocked the ambulance and driver Everson was arrested. The Ford 1861 was speeding from Norwalk toward Bridgeport at Bulkley’s corner over the bridge from Southport. Police will search for the missing driver.

Bridgeport Joseph Dunzie Westport Benjamin Speigel Max Speigel Boris Dubl Park Avenue St. Vincent's Hospital Dinappe Ubi William Donaldson Southport Tii le J. Reynolds Norwalk William George Everson Everson Bulkley’s Corner

Mysterious Woman Drops Items Then Vanishes by Water

Neighbors on Morehouse street report an unknown woman after removing fur neckpiece gloves and handbag laid them on the sidewalk in a triangle and vanished toward the water. Police fear she may have died by her own action or wandered off as they search the riverfront and street for a woman matching her description.

Morehouse Street Black Rock Detective Bureau Water Front Akirmi

None Hurt in Smash at Mill Plain Bridge

Pairfield reports a minor car crash near Mill Plain bridge when Willam Wolff from Bridgeport swerved toward Sauthport, hitting a pole with four passengers. No injuries or names disclosed, vehicle lightly damaged, party continued driving.

Mill Plain Bridge Pairfield Willam Wolff Lorraine Street Bridgeport Sauthport

Bridgeport Plans 5 Percent Housing Loan Backing

Bridgeport business leaders prepare to underwrite a $3,000,000 loan for the Bridgeport Housing Company under the new federal housing act. The government will pay 5 percent interest, repayable within 15 years, with funds likely available this week after congressional passage and pending Presidential signature. Manager William H. Ham cites city support and notes Bridgeport already has $800,000 invested.

Bridgeport Bridgeport Housing Company William H. Ham Congress Wilson Ham Capitol Mae Washington Council of National Defense Willard Council of Defense

Bridgeport men sought for air pressure sand hog work

Bridgeport workers are sought to join the sand hogs at the Strafford avenue bridge pier project. manning begins at 18 pounds per square inch, rising to 40. pay starts at $5 per eight hours plus raises for higher pressure, with hours decreasing as pressure rises. Local diver David Craidstein applies, seeking dual trades as he gains air-well experience.

Strafford Avenue Bridge Halbrook, Cabott Rollins Company Sandhog’s Exchange New York Bridgeport Elaine David Craidstein

Connecticut Casualty List Reports 30 More War Deaths

The War Department lists 30 Connecticut men among US casualties from France. Five killed in action, four wounded severely, 21 wounded, with Thomas J. Smith of 1414 Pembroke Street among the injured. Bristol, New Haven, Bridgeport, Hartford and others are named with multiple entries and various causes.

Connecticut Pershing France War Department Washington Thomas J. Smith Pembroke Street Bristol Smith Bridgeport New Haven Hartford New Britain Stamford Waterbury Norwalk Middletown Rockville Thompsonville Saugatuck Uniontown Branford Hamden Associated Press Richard H. Griffiths London Eng Frank A. Ahern Stamefron Ionn Foul Granfield Burlington Vermont Gek Borus Conn John P. Darcey View Street William J. Wichingbel Russell Street New Hiatgen John E. Lillie Woolsey Street Walter J. Round Troy Louis Env Wieux Oxford Harry O. Smith High Street Bethlehen Robert J. Remington William Colligan Brooklyn Philippe Daniels Broad Street Tavnn Mass Albert. L. Hall Jancoln Street Worcester Itiehard W. Johnsen Daniel Parank Kinwacky Main Street Kratersern Alfred EE la Athol Joseph R. Liberty Uxbridge Patrick i Moechin Springfield Ammons Hiram F. Ross Danville Clifford R. Lawrence Fast Street Percival Q. Moore Fieldy Avenue Jearns J. Scott Laurel Street Himtel Edward J. Sullivan Spring Street Frederick LB Abbott St Louis Frederick E. Gregory Carihon James C. McCoy Terre John F. Smith Fond Dubac Wis Gerald Green Onn James L. Moody Farmington Venn Lewis A. Nye Exchange Street Clifford Parsons East Street Krisnel Robert Peterson Race Street William J. Pryor Pond Street Bristel Stephano Ran Vol Mel Winley Ronen Bayko Guiseppe Cipriano Colteral Street Widerbury Starley Danieltk Wineher Avenue Net Burven William i Anthony Ia

Victim Returns Home After Four Months At Sea

Harry Lund once believed dead after the torpedo sinking of the J. W. Tuckenbuck is alive and back in Bridgeport. He describes the eerie reception as friends doubted, while others thought him dead and even avoided him on the street. He landed at New Haven last week after serving abroad with the U.S. Navy.

Harry Lund J. WH. Tuckenbuck Lidgeport Wy O Iis T al Bridgeport Eohil J. i Lowaos Anton Iisity Il Huomer United States Navy Lie Ak Hee

Willimantic Ceps Take 41 Motor Violators

In Willimantic police acted on forty one motor violators with cases readied for court. Officers charged suspects after orders to appear in court were issued. Violators hailed from various points in Connecticut.

Willimantic Ceps Atoris Toye Prac Bolus Connecticut

Belgian Senator Delivers Wartime Speech in Immersed Forum

Senator Henni Laontrine of Liege, now in America as a professor, addressed a large crowd at the Sunday night free forum in Fontaine, denouncing German scheming and praising Belgium’s resilience amid invasion fears. He spoke of Kaiser ambitions, war aims, and the fight for liberty, urging vigilance and unity.

Belaiun Carmany Little Canuntey Ilenii Laontrine Liege America College of the Art New York Fontaine Cempany Sociek Williny Belgium Pela

State Loyalists Rally Behind Governor at Service

Governor Marcus Welcoming a speech today at the unveiling of a service marked by a large turnout shows about ninety percent of Connecticut citizens are loyal. He notes about ten percent wavering, while defense observers discuss Home Guard escorts and a parade with regimental guards and central force leaders.

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