Try 7 days of FREE access to billions of articles

Start Free Trial

Bridgeport Telegram in Bridgeport, Connecticut

We have 1,749,131 pages in Connecticut

View this page and access billions of articles with a 7-day free trial.

Start Free Trial

This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!

Start Free Trial

Cancel anytime, risk free

Not what you were looking for? Search our billions of articles

Advanced Search

Articles on This Page

This newspaper page contains 12 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.

Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

May 21, 1920

Page

3

Preservers to Boycott Sugar Declare Action to Cut Prices

New York May 20 The National Preservers and Fruit Products association announced that its members will halt sugar purchases to drive prices down The group claims to represent 83 percent of U S jam and jelly manufacturers led by Marcus Blakemore president The statement says the sugar shortage does not exist and blames hoarding by speculators The action follows a unanimous vote after reviewing conditions and calls for a two tier price reduction while warning of plant shutdowns if supplies run out and prices remain high

New York National Preservers and Fruit, Products Association to+ y Marcus Blakemore S Association Department of Justice

War ministers clash over Field Marshal speech in Commons

In London May 20, Sir Donald Somervell pressed the government to explain Field Marshal Sir Henry Wilson's recent remarks urging troops to prepare for coming events. Churchill intervened, stressing Britain's heavy obligations in Constantinople Ireland Mesopotamia Palestine and Egypt and arguing Britain has a small army yet needs its field marshal's cautions without implying an imminent major crisis.

London Flouse ‘of Commons Donald Lean Henry, W.son Imperial ‘Staff America Winston Spencer Churchill Great Britain Constantinople Ireland Mesopotamia Palestine Egypt Great Britain

Present Address of Former Soldiers Sought

The Home Service section of the American Red Cross seeks information on the present whereabouts of 16 soldiers whose naturalization papers were completed at Camp Devens and mailed to a home address but returned. Details available at the Red Cross Home Service offices in the County building.

American Red Cross Camp Devens Red Cross Hed Cross Patrick J. Barry Matteo Curra Salvatore’Amenti Anthony Dicardi Cecil Pashrants Abraham Becker iBinai A. J. Donable- Blan Mike Gr

Connecticut Leads An New Legion Members Campaign

In Indianapolis Indiana on May 20 incomplete returns show about 80,000 new American Legion members in the first two days of a nationwide drive. Connecticut leads with 2,200 new members, followed by other states as the effort gains momentum.

Connecticut Indianapole Ind American Legion

Garage encroaches on Carpenter property in court ruling

Judge 0 J Curtis of the Superior Court finds Erwin Jennings garage in Harrison court encroaches 1.45 feet on John Carpenter property. Damages amount to be determined after testimony. decision reserved after yesterday’s hearing.

0. J. Curtis Harrison Court Erwin Jennings John ©. Carpenter Curtis

Torrington Senator After Governorship Candidacy Mentioned

Announcement here today by friends of Senator John N. Brooks and others of his candidacy for the Republican nomination for governor. Brooks said he would accept the nomination if it came to him after pursuing the effort personally. Population figures show notable increases for several cities and counties including New London and Hamilton County Ohio.

Torrington John N. Brooks Brooks

Docket Call Set For June 4 At Superior Court

The Superior court will reset the docket Friday June 4 with all cases lacking activity in a year or more being erased unless counsel shows cause to retain. About a dozen cases over ten years old will be stricken after cause is shown. Written requests to retain cases over one year old must be filed with the court clerk by 4 p.m. June 3.

Clerk of the Cour

Lawsuit Filed for Damages in Common Pleas Court

Hegemann and Barrett sue Charles W. Kivenn for damages totaling $900 with claims listing $200 as another amount. The case appears filed in the Common Pleas court seeking redress for alleged conduct or breach.

Common. Pleas Court Hegemann and Barrett Charles W.iKivenn

Girls sizes1114 to 2 22 73 main floor rear

Readable fragments indicate a listing or notice about girls clothing sizes 11 to 14 and up to 2 years, with a reference to a main floor and rear area. Further context is unclear.

Gloves Told in Style for Attire Completion

Cloth gloves enhance appearance at low cost. White chamoisette and silk gloves offered in multiple lengths and styles with pricing for different finishes and sizes. Gray chamoisette and children’s gloves highlighted for variety and value.

Girls' colorful kerchiefs on display in checkered borders

A display features girls' gay little colored kerchiefs with checkered borders and brilliant centers. The collection showcases unique patterns and borders with figures, including green lavender and tan, using dots rings hollow squares jagged streaks. Prices marked 25c and 35c.

Sneaks Turned to Tennis Shoes in Common Speech

A nostalgic note explains slang shift from sneaks to tennis shoes. The piece recalls quiet steps and comfort, praising rubber soles and soft highs while linking old and new terms. It reflects everyday language change in casual talk.

Also Mentioned on This Page

Lee Fairfield Ave Fairfield Fairfield Beach Fairfield Avenue Mark C. Meagher First Bridgeport Nat. Bank Bldg Barnum Field Marshae Carpenter Washington Jedeye Ier Elizabeth Nyay New London Tacoma Wasi Denver Col Heo Fingerwood N. J Ty Garfield Hamilton County Ohio Cincinnati Bridgeport. Conn Georgettes Voile Howland E‘ntrances Main St Cannon St Howland Dry Goods
Search Courier

Search the Bridgeport Telegram Today with a Free Trial

We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.

Not Finding What You Were Looking for on This Page of The Bridgeport Telegram?

People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!

Looking Courier

Browse Newspapers

You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!

By Location

By Location

Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.

Browse by Location
By Date

By Date

Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.

Browse by Date
By Publication

By Publication

Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.

Browse by Publication