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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Nov 17, 1922

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Victory Dinner Sparks Political Fallout Denounces Attack on GOP

Governor-elect Charles Templeton says a Bridgeport Victory dinner was misrepresented as an attack on the Republican party. He claims John T King and Attorney General Frank Healy spoke without authority and he did not know the dinner's political aims. Governor-elect Morlsett stresses continuing the party’s constructive program and seeks cooperation from responsible leaders.

John T Klong Frank Healy Charles A. Templeton King and Mealy Hewis Templeton King Healy Covernor Ethel Templeton Hsaly John T. Kirx Republican Party Govir Mor Clett Bridgeport Connecticut Alain Ime Twenty-third District Cwur Stete Uckel John Jing

Stamford Rolling Mills Pays Half Fares for Workers

Stamford Rolling Mills Co. announces it will subsidize half of workers trolley fares amid rising costs. Most employees previously chose not to buy employer-subsidized passes, citing confusion over terms and low wages. The plan reduces weekly commuting expenses by 10 cents per day, aligning with similar moves in nearby Beidguyort where workers face 20 cent daily ride costs.

Stamford Rolling Mills Co Industries Stamford Springdale Staamford Col van Aken Gefur Alen Ute Trolley Company Ag Roy Beidguyort

Yale Students Suffer Food Poisoning After Salad Incident

Twenty one Yale upperclassmen are under care at the infirmary after three days with food poisoning, traced to a boarding house salad. Dr J C Greenway confirms illness, with lab tests pending to identify the exact cause. None are seriously ill. A separate court ruling by Judge Webb sets a high bond for temporary injunctions, signaling a trend in restraint on such orders.

Wew Haven Associated Press Yale Case J. C. Greenway Department of University Health Tames HH. Webb Hint Harcatter Declan Webb Tana Ginsberg James Price Shylly Conrad Jas

Norwich Youth Held for Breach of Peace

Hadita Mercater 16 and Ralph Barr 42 were seen together after planning marriage. They visited Bates at 68 Howard Avenue, rented a room, and faced claims of breach of peace after a troubled meeting. Detained yesterday on a tech site charge and held on $2,000 bond.

Hadita Mercater All Nets Tridges Ralph Barr Arr Bates Howard Avenue

Mills Given 500 of Sum Paid for Pastor Letters

New Jersey report details payments to Mills connected to a gangland case. Special Detective Mason says the prosecution will present grand jury testimony and witnesses who have not spoken publicly, including Mrs Jane Gibson and others linked to the murders of Eleanor and Mia Thy Mis.

Mills Ni Grusswick N. J Howard Mia Eleanor Florence North Charlotte Mills Wort Mason Oy Lodi Miss North Fej Ama Ixeked Mass Grantes Noel Stevens HS Iso Indlecmer Jane Gibson Maser

Greens Farms Boy Leg Broken as He Falls From Cart

A one and a half year old boy, Morti ter Smith, son of Morton W. Smith of Sudleyavis Hue, Greens Farms, was injured when a cart wheel ran over his right leg near Southport line. The leg was broken at the thigh and operated on. recovery expected after surgery tomorrow. The father followed to the scene and doctors stated the boy is recovering cautiously.

Tépevinl Morti- Ter Smith Morton W. Smith Sudleyavis Hue Southport Moungeser Hormenan

Mrs Charlotte Smith Dies From Injuries in Accident

Mrs Charlotte Smith died from spinal injuries after a road accident near Tunisa or Tunisia presented in a damaged OCR. The report notes her family including children survived, while the injuries affected her mobility and perception.

Charlotte Smith Andrlotte Smith

Connecticut League of Women Voters Opens Convention

Mrs Herbert Swilch urged simplification of caucus and primary systems at the Connecticut League of Women Voters convention in the Stratfield hotel Warmington. More than 260 delegates from 52 leagues attended as speakers urged educated civic involvement and voter education to improve candidate selection and political habits.

Herbert Max Swilch Warmington Connecticut League of Women Voters Stratfield Hotel Smith Connecticut

Sir George Younger Triumphs Over Lloyd-George in Polls

Unionist Sir George Younger defeats David Lloyd George in the polls as the new parliament forms. The victory signals a shift in leadership and party dominance amid the election results.

Sir George Younger Lloyd-George

Lloyd George's Reform Gamble Ends in Conservative Lead

London dispatch reports a sharp shift as Lloyd George loses influence with Asquithian Liberals gaining ground. The Gurston Club meeting signals a return to straight party politics, with Bonar Law poised to lead a larger Conservative majority in parliament, while Liberal and Labor losses reshape the post election balance.

London Associated Press Lieyas George George Pounger Urianist Gurston Club Lloyd George Hus Lloyd-George Bonar Lave Bonard Law Lloys George Orime Larry Lloyd-Geo ‘Ism Murive

May Honored by New Haven Executives and Employes

New Haven and Bridgeport New York road company honored 260 employees at a dinner last night to mark 80 years of service. President TE. J. Pearson presided as the event celebrated long service and noted milestones of the firm and its workers.

New Haven Bridgeport New Yorks Haven & Harford Yat Road Company Hono Haven Lhe Tregsker Ag New Suilon Fensine Mity

Landlord Raises Rent Court’s Rates Amid Eviction Threat

New York traders report a rent increase proposal threatening eviction for the rent court itself. Judge John R. Davies told the Sinking Fund Commission the court’s annual rent of about 8,500 dollars could rise sharply. The space houses the court that disposes of roughly 30,000 rents, complicating approval of the higher rate.

New York Sien John R. Davies Sinking Fund Commission S Court Rice

Army Fliers Land at Fairfield Beach in Cold Glide

Captain Fletcher and Lieutenant Blucher of the 107th observation squadron forced a landing near Fairfield Beach after the engine iced. The plane, flying from Hartson to Mitchell Field New York at 4000 feet, developed a frozen motor and leaked fuel during descent. They stayed with John Boyze at Fairfield Beach, hoping repairs by morning would allow departure for New York before noon.

Fairfield Beach Hartford Mitchell Field New York Palreirld Teesram Fletcher Blucher 107Th Aquid U.S. Army Hartson Bath Yunatom Cap Tain Fletcher John Boyze l Wairfield Meadows

Mussolini Seeks Absolute Power Amid War Decorum

In a bold nationalist address, Mussolini declares full powers for himself, threatens harsh punishment for dissent, and denounces foreign critics. He frames Italy’s stance as necessary to defend dignity and usefulness, insisting the regime will not yield to external pressure or “nothing for nothing.”

Livly

Armour A Waits Answer to HS Merger Proposal

Washington authorities studied a proposed Armour Morris and Company consolidation with two other Chicago meat packers. Government officials reserved judgment for days as Agriculture and Justice departments review details and possible public impact. Farm groups and the American Farm Bureau discussed hearings while officials sought more information from lawmakers and agency heads.

Washington. Soc Armour and Company Morris and Company Chicago Meat Packing J. Wyden Aremour Department of Agriculture Chester Morris Wallace Harding, Jr Armour Washington Harding Ho Department of Justice Io Washington Gray Silver Federation Epartment of Agriculture Benjamin C. Marsh The Farmere National Counel Wallacy Daugherty

Gasoline Thief Fires Up Auto On The Plaza

A car at 1184 Neale Avenue was started by a thief yesterday at the Plaza, rolled a short distance, then stalled. The driver fled, leaving the vehicle with a suspected gasoline theft, as authorities investigate and search for the culprit.

Bey Merrit Neale Avenue

William Graves Sharp Seriously Ill in Ohio Home

Elva Ohio November 16. William Graves Sharp former adviser to the Pranee is seriously ill at his home with his five children at his bedside. Close friends report he has shown general improvement today after a period of severe illness.

Elva Onio Iam Graves Shur Avihisendar Pranea Hig Ten Late Today Sharp

Direct Election Of Manager By People Favored

Former Mayor Clifford B. Wilggit urged electing a city manager directly by the people, arguing the present system lacks coordination and concentrates power too much in the mayor. He proposed a manager with full hiring and firing authority, accountable to the public. The audience included business leaders and women, while city officials explained benefits already seen in New London and Stratford. The hearing sought citizen opinion on charter changes, with no fixed form chosen.

Clifford B. Wilggit Bridgeport W.T. Hincks T. M. Hincks Megara Hurlesy Hunter Judes Carey Jersey City Barlow Telki System Barlow New London Rounell

DeValera Aide Goes on Trial for His Life Today

LY DENIS O CONNELL DEBLIN NOV 18 Erskine Childers, secretary of the Irish delegation at the treaty signing, faces trial tomorrow for murder and treason. Charges reportedly include possessing arms and involvement in acts aimed at disrupting rail lines. If convicted he could face execution with officials warning of possible reprisals and nationwide fortifications.

DeValera LY Denis O'Connell Deblin Erskine Chiledera Manya Childers England Engin Ireland Righ Tohteht Te Childers Free State Bess Mulcahy

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