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Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Oct 08, 1920

Page

2

Fire Prevention Drive Fetes Winners At Local High School

A large audience attended the second annual neighborhood fire prevention and beautification event at the high school auditorium. Prizes were awarded for neat premises, lawn care, and attractive shrub and flower displays. Winners included Lincoln school for grade B essay, Elizabeth Tatton and Rudolph Henk tied for second, and Elizabeth MeKnight top in Grade 7. Speakers urged care in preventing fires, noted US losses and fatalities, and discussed modern fire fighting methods and park land reuse for youth recreation.

Dallas Cassell Lincoln School Rudolph Henk Ball School Elizabeth Tatton Whashington School Elizabeth MeKnight Hall School John Hi. Tague Bridgeport Fire Prevention Bureau Hig United States Ares D. E Yohnson C. S. Holden Usc Henry Cliffe Parks

Grand Jury Seeks Gandil Appearance in Chicago Gambing Case

The grand jury voted to require Chick Gandil, once with the White Sox, to appear as the case moves toward retrying the indictment. Prosecutors, tight lipped about the letter, seek details on the true bill and the alleged payoff. Gandil, resting in Texas after surgery, denies any involvement amid confessions by Joe Jackson Eddie Cicotre and Claude Williams.

Gandil Texas Joe Jackson Eddie Cicotre Claude Williams

Ladies' Trimmed Hats Range Priced 11 to 20 Dollars

A local sale offers 700 ladies' hats with trim at prices from 11 to 20 dollars. Hats feature various trims and styles, appealing to shoppers seeking affordable fashion in a single-collection display.

Leonard Forces Win in Sixth District Aldermanic Race

In a heated city primary, Leonard forces claimed several alderman seats across districts. Nicholas Tesing led the sixth district as town chairman and regular faction victories emerged as Alfred J. Knapp and John J. Hibbard secured nominations. Automobiles ferried voters to the polls as a tight contest shaped by factional lines and endorsements.

Hibbard John JW. Hibbard James J. Reilly Wilson A. J. Northey Reilly Regilar

District nominating contests reveal strong party support

District leaders claim strong backing for Kisco in the 10th and multiple unanimous nominations across districts. Supporters criticize delayed deals and note veterans and teachers see the contest as a party machinery challenge amid fundraising and rival claims of patronage.

Bat Doolan John ¥. Caldwell Frank J. Kisco James L. Leon A. Baker Wilson Administration Adsso Ledi Leon Kisco Memb American Legion Howard I’. Bryant James T. Reynolds Ernest W. Reichert Unanimons David W. Price Price Edward T. Bumlltin C. Martin John A. Iueonard Wilson

Hope of World In the Democrats Hope of World In the Democrats

A long Democratic speech urges Republicans to join a League to prevent another Kaiser era and avert future wars. It calls leaders like Hoover and Root to act for the country and world, stressing unity beyond party lines and the need for votes and funds to persuade voters. In sports notes Cleveland eighth inning: double play ends threat with bases loaded and two outs.

Fori Democratic Campaign Committee League Wilhelm Mr. Tait Mr. Root Wickersham Mr. Hoover Haig Natige

Weather report for New England and New York region

Fr day and Saturday expect fair conditions across Northern New England and Southern New England with modest temperatures. Eastern New York should be fair and slightly warmer on Friday, while Sandy Hook to Hatteras shows variable winds and overcast with possible local rains. Observations near Bridgeport include clear to cloudy skies and a mix of temperatures with higher waves at times.

New England Vermont New Hampshire New York Sandy Hoole Sandy Hook Vo Hatteras Meridian New Haven Atlanta Altandie City Busck Islind Boston Chicago Denver Detroit Hartford Hatteras Jacksonville Kansans City Pitteburgh Vartan St. Louia Wankington

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