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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Oct 09, 1920
Page
2
Boston October 3 Secretary Baker denounced the Republican stance as imitating Germany under Senator Lodge, urging a League of Nations basis after the war. He warned the hard medieval position conflicts with American wartime ideals and calls for selfless global leadership.
The commission announced a new regulation to prioritize coal car allocations for public institutions and essential services, with preferential supply limited after October 14 pending approval. Despite higher production through September, demand remains strong for domestic use, railroads, and utilities, prompting calls for increased coal movement and a steady 4,000-car daily flow to the Northwest.
Thomas Coughlin of 212 Maple Street was arrested last night on a technical charge. A fourteen year old boy has offered serious charges against him, he denies. Investigation by the bureau of investigation. Bonds were fixed at a set amount.
Weather summary reports general fair conditions for Saturday and Sunday across New England and Eastern New York with gradual temperature changes. Disturbance near 34N 79W moves northeastward, slight cooling or warming not expected, and coastal areas may see mild conditions with no significant precipitation.
Washington directs display of the American flag at half mast on all public buildings and posts on Sunday November 14 in memorial services for soldiers sailors marines and others who gave their lives in the World War.
The committee heard testimony alleging that Governor Cox and aides used notes and donations to influence city commissioner nominations and form a coalition against Socialist candidates. Witnesses linked payments to Cox, while senators argued the probe targeted political smearing, not presidential campaign funding, and urged prosecutorial action on corrupt practices.
Republican town and city convention unites to nominate William R. Webster and Mrs. Mary Cutting for the board of education. John Caldwell praises Cutting for pub schools experience in Bridgeport and adaptability. A party rules revision resolution passes, detailing district chairmanship, town committee terms, and secretary treasurer removal and election procedures.
Chicago, Oct. 3 Feminists debated James Hamilton Lewis Democratic candidate for governor of Illinois at a banquet of the Illinois Equal Suffrage association. The discussion centered on women’s role in politics and whether men or women should decide public policy.
A sweeping political rally describes President Harding defending the League covenant and urging support for US adherence. It emphasizes that refusing the treaty could force war or dishonor, critiques opponents as naive, and cites Poland as a test case while warning against betraying national honor.
James Hamilton Lewis former senator and Democratic governor candidate told the Equal Suffrage Association that men are peaceful by nature while women are natural fighters. He argued women differ in political reasoning and vote to protect family life, while men vote for broader issues. He warned that women would oppose any measure seen as an invasion of their privileges and would not compromise on the right.
An Irish republic sources report President De Valera will not oppose the Duke of York becoming King Mathei II of Ireland. The message, attributed to the Irish Vigilance Society, says Ireland could be a kingdom with a king responsible to the Irish people. It notes De Valera’s allegiance to Ireland and references a London weekly report on plans affecting the Irish question.
M E Keeley longtime figure in Waterbury Ort dies after a long illness. He led the Waterbury Clock Company and served as vice president of the firm. Last year he was president of the age and basco association and was a member of the Rotary club.
The Soviet executive committee seeks an early peace with Poland to free forces for action against General Wrangel in South Russia. A September 14 dispatch to the American government notes leaders including Trotsky and Lenin facing internal power shifts. Telecommunication changes with new charges and selective service begin October 1.
Mare KE Welly Mary Te Kelly died at her sister’s home on 97 Austin Street. Survived by two sisters Mia Hanan and Mine Anan Kelly and one brother Michael Key of Reegan NY. Funeral Monday nine from Mrs Hanan and St Tesw’s church. Burial in St Rose’s cemetery, New Town. Albert Kenneth Foster, son of wir and Mrs Bendamin Mester, died yesterday at 27 Con truayvenue. Survived by parents and two ststelae.
Two separate jitney crashes near Bridgeport injure ten people and disrupt traffic. Theo dore Bagelais faces reckless driving charges after a high speed collision with a jitney on Connecticut avenue and Central avenues, injuring several riders who were admitted to Bridgeport Hospital. A second wreck on Iran stan and Fairfield avenue involves Allen Ferphelt’s jitney colliding with a wagon, crashing into a telegraph pole and injuring six passengers including Martin Jokencoinen and Alling Fairchild.
Carl J. Anderson of 36 Wood Avenue Bridgeport was arraigned before Judge J. D. Brown on a charge of passing a landing trolley car. He was fined $10 plus costs after being found guilty. Kelley of Walnut Beach reported no injuries from the incident on River Street yesterday morning as he attempted to cross.
Two prominent clothing firms on Main Street and Fabicié Avenue announce a twenty percent price cut on all garments. The Caeser Mischetores firm plans further drastic reductions to coincide with the twenty-eighth anniversary of its foundation. The local branch has operated here for sixteen years.
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