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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
May 29, 1920
Page
2
Fragmentary text shows a vote on overriding a peace resolution with lines suggesting a high stakes partisan clash. Names, dates, and clear actions are unreadable. the fragmented report notes opposition by a president or leadership and mentions votes tied to a bi partisan effort.
Report from Kemaloch near Lamerick describes an arson attack that destroyed officers quarters and a building. Police say 18 policemen were warned to keep civilians away as the blaze spread last night. Authorities investigate the cause and confirm fatalities.
Fragmentary almanac note references Sandy Hook winds fair conditions and daylight data for a Bridgeport vicinity. It mentions a May 28 event with a police inquiry, and a vague theater hint involving a bluteyed girl and a dog trap in a cryptic phrase.
A historical remedy from Buffalo promoter Pierce touts Mayapple leaves and Jalap root in tiny sugar coated pills. The ad claims intestinal blockage poisons the body causing headaches dizziness poor sleep and fatigue, urging readers to try Dr Pierce’s Pleasant Pellets now sold in drug stores.
The Bridgeport National Hunts club hosted a minstrel show and leap year dance in the banking rooms last night led by Mrs. Samuel Lyle. Performers included Arilyne Atiller Rosalie Davis Florence La Sophia and several others. The organizing committee featured Stokes Evelyn Till er, Stes Dave, Lucy ateklroy Marie Ericson Nellie Frawley Hertaul and Mrs. Lyle among others.
Three Masonic jewels were presented to Rev Dr Alexander Alison of the First Presbyterian Church at a Jackson Street temple meeting. The gifts came from local clergy and lodge members with about 400 in attendance as Fred Atwater presided and Beers served as Worshipful Master.
Washington May 28. The Commerce Committee ordered a bill region 496 to curb railroad tie ups. Debate focused on strengthened health provisions and railway error limits. Leaders protested strongly as Poindexter bias section is not expected until Congress reconvenes after the conventions.
London May 28 The King has halted investment in oil stocks on behalf of the Prince of Wales amid concern over wartime controls and international markups. The move aims to prevent financial risk to royal funds and align with government policy during the crisis.
London dispatch reports attempts to curb Chinatown tours and night trips to the area for this summer. Officials aim to clean up the district and discourage its use as a show place while weighing safety and public order.
The report notes a 25 percent rise in passengers on trains compared with four years past and mentions wear reductions in cars in service. It argues that older equipment may not be essential for safety and that newer designs, though worn, remain standard.
Obituaries note the deaths of William Haggerty and several others with short memorials. Services for Miss Marilla Rich and Stella Cinowski were held at family homes and local churches, with burial plans in St Michael's and St Joseph's cemeteries. A funeral for Henry Flean and others followed at Sacred Heart and St Joseph sites, with pallbearers named and church readings noted.
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