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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
May 09, 1921
Page
3
Advertisement touts Nusated Iron tablets as a gentle, body ready iron source that absorbs rapidly without stomach upset. It claims improved energy and endurance, urging readers to test their strength over weeks before refunds promise satisfaction. Includes how to take two tablets daily and notes refund if not pleased.
Washington dispatch reports President Harding lauded Elks patriotism in an open air address honoring Spanish War veterans and the memorial ceremony. Major Breckbill of Breckbill city was endorsed for commander in chief of the Naval and Military Order of the Spanish American War at the annual commandery meeting in Hartford.
Railroad detectives arrested fourteen men and youths aged 19 to 0 years for trespass on railroad property as part of a Saturday operation. Two suspects, George Boras and John Hassall, faced an additional charge of resisting arrest. The group was detained along the tracks at a carnival loading in the area.
A report from Arthur Toombes, Queensland state superintendent of prohibition forces, arrives with outlooks on policy. He predicts Australia will be under prohibition within ten years and New Zealand possibly next year, signaling broad regional momentum in liquor restrictions.
Labor leaders tonight signaled that the coming conference with Secretary Davis may expand beyond career sailors. Officials foresee a settlement as only engineers are blocking the compromise, indicating broader representation at the talks.
At Milwaukee on May 8 the Lawson airliner de luxe crashed after its wing clipped a tree during takeoff. Five aboard escaped unharmed, including designer Don Larson. Damages were estimated around 78,000 while the craft, claimed as the largest commercial plane, features a 124 foot wingspan and three Liberty engines.
Waterbury will host a statue of Benjamin Franklin, with ceremonies at the Old South meeting house where Franklin was baptized. The statue will be set on Boston Common, drawing thousands as it nears a permanent Waterbury location in a public square.
The executive committee of the printers union ordered a strike affecting 4000 commercial pressmen to begin Monday. The body had previously recommended the strike and submitted it to the full committee, which ordered action. Press feeders already joined the compositors in their 44 hour week protest.
Athens reports M. Jounaris, head of the National Bank of Greece, plans a conference between Premier Gounaris and Edward Capps, the returning United States minister. Jounaris hopes Capps will come to the United States with a message for President Harding about American recognition and financial support.
A local aviation mishap today claimed the lives of Garson, Pearson and another victim. Lieutenant G A Locking was seriously injured as an aircraft fell at the airfield, authorities report a garbled but grim scene.
The National Institute of Social Sciences will award Madame Curie a gold medal at its annual dinner on May 19 in New York. Vice President Coolidge is slated to present the honor.
A damaged ad-like clipping promotes Mules Honey and Tar and Foley’s medicine as fast relief for bronchial trouble, coughs, hoarseness, and croup. It includes a customer claim from John G. Dekking of Passaic New Jersey about acute bronchial troubles causing anxiety and rests on brand names and advertising language.
A historic page describes the sixth Adniteresey ceremony of the Monker Grotto in Norwalk led by Brad sve K. oe Menker Ueette. The event featured a literature of parade, a banquet, and a ceremonial initiation of twenty members at Bridgeport under monarch 2 Mun dor Graiko. Participating dignitaries included John Hasty, Clifford Kunford, Jorn Powe, and others. the gathering showcased pageantry and the portrayal of wizardry associated with the era.
Reports from the Dombrowa mining district show 29,000 Polish workers attempting to cross to aid insurgents. Heavy fighting around Lubnik with Polish casualties rivaling German losses as tensions rise over Italian interference and a Versailles era ceasefire.
The article outlines Senate discussion on U S disarmament proposals and alliance policies. It notes Democrats like Hyels and Mississippi figures shaping rules, with consideration of treaty limits and international relations likely affecting upcoming votes and debates in session.
The editor and publisher G. T. Lincoln died at his home today after a long career in banking and publishing. Born in 1898 in West Hartford, he built a broad career spanning Boston, New York, Worcester, and beyond, with ties to various newspapers and markets.
A broad appeal urges immediate international arms limitation through a conference of religious groups, farmers, and public agencies. Prominent call for citizen pressure on Congress and the administration aims to curb armament rivalries and stabilize the economy, with focused meetings in May.
A garbled report contends Polish forces and allies are accused of military maneuvers and support for front line operations. The piece mentions German forces and Allied reactions, with scattered references to regions and wartime logistics amid unclear dates and place names.
The Maennerchor led by Weber and the Saengerfest committee staged concerts to promote the upcoming Saengerfest in Connecticut. A flag handover and prize singing event are scheduled with the high school auditorium hosting the main competition on the 2nd of June. The Black Row Quartet club plans a grand ceremonial day following yesterday's well received performance featuring Carl Frischer and a Punch and Judy show for entertainment.
A government inquiry in Haiti details alleged American Marines crimes during the U S occupation, citing abuses in Cap Haitien and Port-au-Prince. The report notes official actions including dissolution of parliament and a push for a new Haitian regime under military oversight. The convocation of a constituent assembly and calls for stabilization follow decades of foreign control and Haiti’s political turmoil.
Mee Anna L Oundle widow of Richard H Cul died yesterday morning at her daughter Myres home in Milne etrect Survived by four daughters and four sons The funeral will be held at 836 tomorrow morning at the bereaved home and 9 oclock high mass at St Augustine Cemetery in Maynard Mass Burial in family plot in Maynard Mass Also mentions Leiche aged 58 known hotel proprietor and details of services and relatives in New York Bridgeport and Connecticut communities
Rough OCR yields a report on Templars observing Ascension Day at St Presbyterian with about 100 Knights and officers participating in a service featuring readings, prayers, and music. Rev. Alexander Alinod Jr spoke. J Wala addressed the gathering. the text lists officers of the Commandery for 1946 and names many ceremonial roles.
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