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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

May 14, 1920

Page

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Russia in Collapse Warned by Red Cross Chief

Washington report quotes Colonel Edward W. Ryan saying Soviet government is a failed social experiment. He warns Russia needs outside aid within six months or face revolution and worse chaos, noting food shortages, widespread poverty, and moral decay as war drains continue.

Washington Associated Press Edward W. Ryan Red Cross North Fryssia Baltie States Asan State Department Teussia Canzio Russia I Ryan Reval Petrograd Moscow Petro Ted Robert BE. Olde Europe Bullitt Ftand Ryan Hesseid Symeekow Folonal- Ryen

Woman Writer Blames both Parties on Cost of Living Crisis

Mary Roberts Rinehart, America's leading woman writer, proclaims the high cost of living the key issue for the presidential race and accuses both Republican and Democrat sides of dodging it. She calls for reconstruction work in the postwar period and condemns endless political chatter as the cheapest tactic in America.

Mary Roberts Rinehart America Beaia Glen Osborne H.C. L Jrs. Rinelhart

Lusk Committee to Quiz Profiteers in New York

May 18 report from New York describes the Lusk Committee's probe into profiteering and unrest. Senator Clayton R. Lusk leads inquiries into price gouging and social tensions, urging legislative action to address rising living costs.

New York Clayton R. Lusk Jousk

State Has Right To Take Mark Twain Home

Hartford May 1 The state has authority to seize and preserve the former Mark Twain home as a shrine. Attorney General Healey said the state cannot inquire into the action, since the power of eminent domain was granted by the General Assembly to a shrine commission.

Mark Twain Hariford Skace Park Mark ‘Dwain Wrayk EB Wealey Connecticut Healey Sminest Wentral Assembly Gna

Eight New Firemen Appointed to Bridgewort Department

Bridgewort's fire department fills its quota with eight new members sworn in by Chief D E Johnson. Six veterans of World War I join the ranks alongside several others with prior service. Seven report for duty next Monday, Lawrence J Donovan to start in one week. Names include Tosaph Silhavy Franke F Donovan Arthur I Graham Peter J Paterna Joseph Whelan Ivan Unwin Clarence Hines Taard P Lyon.

Bridgewort Chlef D.E. Johnson JA. Leonard Tire Board Leonard France Lawrence Donavan Tosaph Silhavy Whittier Street Nat Bryant Eleotric Company Laurence F. Donovan Prankc Street Naugaquek Valley Ice Company Whelan Seumio U. S. S. Acohis Ivan Unwin Greve Strine Hines Prospect Street Taard P Lyon Park Avenue Sreklaye Arilers

British plan to set up special judiciary for Irish prisoners

In London May Day the British government announced in the House of Commons that a special judiciary body will examine cases of Irishmen under arrest. Leader Andrew Bonar Law stated the government will proceed with the arrests and establish the new procedure.

Horse of Commons Andrew Bonar Law

Rioting Attacks Hit Irish Barracks and Offices

In Dublin on May 17, fifty police barracks were destroyed and over seventy offices raided. Documents burned in courthouses. attacks spread to Antrim, Cork, Londonderry, Galway, Limerick, and others. Most barracks had been abandoned. no loss of life reported. Armed guards posted as raids proceeded. private property respected.

Dublin Dublim Caste Teventy Tome Anirina Cork Loterim Oxford Cavan Londonderry Galway Limerick Mott Donagal Tyrons Willie Cashel Ballinamore

Indiana's Big Four Pledges to Wood at Convention

Indiana delegates show support for General Leonard Wood for the presidential nomination at the Chicago Republican National Convention next month. The four delegates, largely aligned, aim to back Wood amid party dynamics and the upcoming national gathering in Chicago.

Indiana Wood Indianapolis Ind Tydiana Leohard Wood Chicago

Buckingham Commissioner Bucks Wrist Injury in Fall

Compensation Commissioner J. T. Buckingham plunged down stairs in the Connecticut Bank Building yesterday after tripping on the top stair. He saved himself by grabbing iron railing with his left hand, but damaged his left arm and wrist and sustained body strains.

Connecticut Bank J. T. Buckingham Buckingham Himigelf

Cafe proprietor corrected name in police report

A newspaper item clarifies the cafe proprietor’s name in a police report. Initial listing as Leonard Russo was incorrect. the correct name is Gaetano Russo, with the mistaken alias Leonard Russo noted.

Leonard Russo Rdsy Leonard ‘Russo Janot Gaetano Russo

Note Claims Truth Unknown Prompted Suicide in Stamford

Stamford resident Gain 33 left a note stating never knew truth in this world and that the reason for taking his life need not be known. The message mentions Christians and suggests the act was unnecessary if all were Christians.

Stamford George Gain

Teddy Bear Breath Sparks Customs Inspection on Ship Morro Castle

In New York on May 12 a Teddy Bear with a humanlike mouth caused a customs inquiry aboard the steamship Morro Castle. Inspectors found a whiskey canister mixed with sawdust and other substances. three hot water bottles and a strong musk diet were noted, then the contents were poured for tasting, judged as whiskey.

New York Morro Castle

Seven Arrested in Raid by Vice Squad

Seven men were nabbed in a gambling raid at 493 Housatonic avenue at 1 o'clock last night. Officers Lieutenant Barton, Lieutenant Burns, and Patrolman Namary Brakey led the operation. Commera of 258 D street and Glebo of 5 French street faced weapons and gambling counts. others charged with frequenting the gambling house. Bonds set at $50 for most, Commera and Glebo held, and Loa in $170 bond.

Dukun Housatonic Avenue Glautenant Barton Bozeman Burns Force Mu-Namary Brakey fEmilea Commera Wtreet Teer French Street Angelo Glebo Joseph Leggle John Occhipiente Lexington Avenue Nicholas Dinolly Sylvan” Avenue Samuel Colganti Housatonic Arena Borda Bt Commerv Gielo Loa

Public Session Won for Drys in Virginia Nomination

In Richmond on May 15 Vice President Marsha spoke to the Virginia association arguing against constitutional amendments and urging restraint on temperance measures. The session favored nominating Mr. Marshall for the presidency by a rising vote as the public debate touched on government power and party positions.

Richmond Marsha Virginia Bir Association Senate Republic Mr. Marshallc Samuel Gompers Elbars BH. Qury Mr. Marshall

Boy Falls 50 Feet and Recovers: Tragic Porch Accident

Four year old Michael Vela, son of Mr and Mrs John Vetta, fell from a porch edge about fifty feet in Steuben County. Neighbors helped as he cried during the fall. Ambulance attendants found a broken leg and facial lacerations. He was taken to Halageport hospital, where his condition was reported as tall. The accident occurred while the boy was playing on the back porch, losing balance while reaching for a cat box, then tumbling over the edge.

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Hoover Attacks Wilson-Sonson Stand On League

New York May 13 Herbert Hoover replies to the Portland Republican club on Oregon primaries. He says the party must support the league with reserve or not fall into a trap set by the President and Senator Johnson. He argues for ratification under safeguards, warns of extremes, and urges unity behind the Republican platform.

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Peaceful Surrender Arrangements at Matamoros

Report from Matamoros notes negotiations for a peaceful surrender as revolutionaries push forward. General Ratavi Colunga leads federal troops near Camarze, seven miles west of Matamoros, with Carranza forces under General Corldy Ozunst and Mfrete Ricaut awaiting. A conference in Brovisville is slated for this afternoon, with a 4 o'clock time target.

Matamoros Bbrovisville Oils Ratavi Colunga Fuderal Garrison Commune Camarze Matamoraa Carranza Corldy Ozunst Mfrete Ricaut

Navy airmen charged with booze running

A May report from Washington says Navy airmen Lewt. Wy Vt. Quyhing and Wneign Prank Lae, naval reserve, were charged with transporting a drunken driver to an aircraft along the Atlantic coast. Three crew members on the flight were cited by the board as part of the inquiry and a court martial was recommended.

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Carranza Foe Surrounds Leader in Puebla Region

Telegram from General Obregon reports President Carranza surrounded and in desperate straits near Espana Station in Puebla. Uprising forces gain footholds in Jalisco and Tamaulipas, with Diguiles captured at Guadalajara and rebels poised near Monterey and Camarga, signaling rising counter-revolution risks.

EL Paso Texas Carranza Mexico Aiconada Espanza Station Puebla Alvaro Obregon Roberto de Resequeira

Carranza policy labeled as 'sick' by rebel commander

General Alvaro Obregon, speaking to the Associated Press, denies ambitions to be Mexico's dictator and defends Carranza's border policy. He argues strengthening U S relations and a robust border is key while noting internal divisions and loyalty to orders from governors.

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