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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Oct 12, 1920

Page

2

Women Vote at G O P Caucuses in Fairfield and Milford

In Fairfield on October 11 Oliver Jennings and Charis C Lacey were nominated as representatives in the Republican canons. About 71 attended the proceedings with around half being women. Bacon Wakeman was nominated for Judge of Probate. In Milford specialist Fred M Smith and William F Woodrutt were named as representatives at a Republican caucus, noting local party activity.

Fairfield Oliver, Jennings Charis C. Lacey Bacon Wakeman Frobate

Newtown Republican Caucus Nominates Local Officials

In Newtown an all Republican caucus at Town Hall nominated candidates for representative Phil Ty Walk and Newton NK City UK. George FB Hayes for Judge of Probate. and a slate for Justices of the Peace including Tarry Greenman Charles Beardsford J T Coger Joseph Turner HW Schopiel Samuel Nelovsky Stanley Blackman Sanford Weada and Franke Plat, with Herman X. Jeman presiding and Andrey P. Shepard on elev.

Platt Curtis Newtown Phila Ty Wlalk Newton Andrey P. Shepard

Annual Meeting of the Connecticut Life Guard Officers

The annual meeting and election of officers of the Connecticut Life Guard will take place today in Hartford with a Lavro delegation from the city expected to attend.

Connecticut Life Guard Hartford Thieaty Owl

League of Nations debate features Democratic women and speeches

A world war era gathering discusses what the League is not and is, with Captain Thomas Chamberlain, Don C. Selts, and Jacob B. Klein among speakers. The discourse centers on national sovereignty, voting in the Assembly, and the risks of small nations versus great powers.

Connell League Gacn Haiti Santo Domingo Liberia United States Great Britain France Chris Thomas Chamberlain California Brandegee League of Nations Cox Roosevelt America Harding Virginia Chateau Thierry Don C. Selts New York World Jacob B. Klein Naten

Leaders Pledge Aid to Leonard Campaign Team

Leonard announces aid pledges as Flo and Sam coordinate roles. Wil lam E. Seeley, town treasurer, agrees to aid and clear past deficits. J A L Robinson accepts secretary post and will work with Chairman Leonard until election, denying claims of sole control.

Flo Sam Mr. Leonard Willam E. Seeley Beron Camrfttea Leonard Seeley J. A. 1. Robinson Leonard Vntil Robinson

Bolshevists Send Envoys to Wrangel

Paris dispatch reports General Semionov severing ties with the Soviet government and recruiting anti Bolshevik forces to march on Kiev. General Wrangel supposedly directs operations as Nikolajev naval base near the Black Sea falls under insurgent control.

Bolshevists Wrangel Budenny Paris Bu- Semis Marchiaz Kiev Adviges Semonoff Siberia Wraurel Nikolajev Chiey Ruasten Black Sea

Taft Faces Questions Over Harding Support and League Claims

The article records a heated exchange about Taft's stance on the League of Nations and Article X, questioning his criticisms of Harding, warnings on the Monroe Doctrine, and alleged misstatements about the Lodge reservations. It cites remarks from various speeches and a California luncheon.

Harding Deserts Bitter Enders in Stand of Nations

Fragmented archaic speech shows President Harding asserting independence from foreign entanglements, urging American sympathy and justice not to be used by other nations. He vows to involve the American people including women and mothers in decisions, opposing the League of Nations.

United States America Mothers of América League

Italians Raise $1000 for Earthquake Fund in Bridgeport

Reports show a drive for Italy earthquake relief raised about $1000. Over $600 came from Bridgeport Italian societies and clubs with around $400 from a house-to-house canvass, including multiple church and lodge groups and several named societies.

Italy Bridgeport Benevantano Coluzoys Boys Dirlttl’ and Rovert Lodge George Devrov Society Natian Evangelical Society Stella Lodge Pietra Paolo Pareanese Society Mount Casertana So

Whist Benefit for St Augustine's at Pequonnock Street

A whist and dance event hosted by the Sodal ity of the Children of Mary raised funds for St Augustine's church. About 800 attendees filled the school hall on Pequonnock street, with many gifts distributed and hall decorations admired. Committee members included Miss Jennie Dailey Miss Veronten Courhlin Mrs John Murren Mrs Harold Youd Mrs J Miller Miss Elizabeth McNamara Mrs Meghan J Planagen Miss Ren a M Carre Miss Claire Rourke Miss Mae Kelly and Miss Tessie Ryan.

Sodality of the Children of Mary St. Augustine’s Church Pequonnock Street Jennie Dailey Veronten Courhlin John Murren Harold ‘Youd J. Miller Elizabeth McNamara Meghan J. Planagen Rena M. Carre Claire Rourke Mias Mae Kelly Mins Tessie Ryan

Sudden Victim From Wood Alcohol Poisoning

Ohia, 46, of 510 Railroad Avenue, died at home after drinking wood alcohol suspected poison. He worked yesterday morning but returned nauseated, later fell blind. Doctors treated him. he died before ambulance arrived. Medical Examiner to perform autopsy. investigation into source of alcohol underway in Bridgeport.

Ohia Railroad Avenue Neuat Ala St. Vincent's Roapital J. A. Maxwell Geney Hospital Pet Ohla Samuel H. Garrek Jean Ohio Bridgeport

Text of President's address disputed by Carlson transcript

WES received at the White House reveals Fred A. Carlson of Chicago, an official stenographer for the American peace delegation, offers sworn accuracy for a transcript of the presidents speech. A parallel White House version and Senator Spencer's Chicago newspaper rendering show two differing phrasings about US commitment to world peace and potential military action.

Wes White House Fred A. Carlson Chicago Carlson Paris Spencer United States Roumania Czecho Slovakia Serbia Waite House Fred A. Carluon Charles L.swein Senater Wilnon Spencer Aa Congress

Senator Spencer Defends President’s League Pledge

Senator Spencer argues the President’s pledge to keep American troops ready abroad is clear and binding. He says the key point is the League of Nations Article X and the promise to send army and navy if world trouble returns, addressing Roumania and Serbia in his remarks.

ST. Loius Spencer Langiage League of ‘Nations Jerba United States Roumania Serbia

Victim of Accident Resting Comfortably

Lovie Koros of Brewster Street suffered injuries when struck Sunday morning by a runabout. She remained in St. Vincent's Hospital with skull fracture, concussion, and lacerations. Kerosi was transported by Dr J Maxwell from the Emergency to St Vincent's.

Lovie Koros Brewster Street Hobart Cela Ff? Stata

Bullard Co. To Curtail Production

The Bullard Machine Tool Company informs employees production must be curtailed due to uncontrollable business conditions. It asks workers to seek outside employment, visit the employment office if needed, and offers to provide references and future reemployment when conditions improve. Aimed at keeping workers connected, the letter requests updated contact information for future correspondence.

The Bullard Bullard Machine Tool. Company

Obituary notices for Monroe Corcoran Connors and others

Obituaries list several funeral services with names, addresses, and burial locations. Josef B Monroe Eliza Corcoran James W Connors Robert C Hubbard Sophie Hatfield Benson F Marks Mary E Kelly and Ann Morris are noted with service times, churches, and final cemeteries. Burial sites include Lakeview St Michael's Glastonbury St Roger's Mountain Grove. Authorities: local churches, undertakers, and cemeteries.

Eza Corcoran Eliza Corcoran Joan MacLachlan Ottage Street O'Tlock Sacred Heart Church St. Michael's Cemetery Jarvas W. Connors James W. Connors Pritchard Road Mitford St. Mary's Church Milford Buriat Bridgeport Robert Curtiss Hubbard Robert C. Hubbard Pembroke Street Watson Hubbard Burtar Glastonbury Sophie Hatfield Sophie Hatfeld East Main Street St. Michael's Archange Church John Kaplinakl Geored Braun F. O'Connell James Wright Harry Spears Benson F. Marks Wiliam Bronx Avenue Charles Brooklyn New York Katherine Larbig Maplewood New Jersey Mortint Marks Lakeview Cemetery Mary E. Kelly William Hanon Austin Street George Sinnott St. Rose's Newtown Burla St. Roge’sa Whh- Wam Joseph Bradley Harry and John Kelley Beacon

Leonard denies report of conference with King

Republicas Town Chairman John A. Leonard in an interview denied the report that he had conferred with John T. King prior to yesterday's town committees meeting about the scope of Nik activities as town chairman. He said he had not seen Mr King since the last campaign a year ago.

Republicas Town Tohn A. Leonard Jestilaht John T. King Nik Leonard Mr. King

Weather outlook for Southern New England Tuesday to Wednesday

Fair weather dominates Southern New England Tuesday with slight temperature changes. Showers are forecast for Wednesday in northern areas while elsewhere temperatures remain mild overnight. Winds shift from easterly north of Sandy Hook to southwest in the south, with generally moderate speeds.

New England Sandy Hook New Maven

How Indigestion Can Be Corrected

Attacks of indigestion cause worry and fear of stomach illness. Most cases stem from poor blood and weak digestion, with food lingering in the stomach, causing discomfort, headaches, and low mood. Dr Williams Pink Pills claim to restore vitality by improving blood quality, with a testimonial from Mrs Zenaide Ritchie of Manchester New Hampshire. A booklet “What to Eat and How to Eat” is offered free, with Dr Williams Medicine Co Schenectady N Y. Advertisements for Pink Pills at 60 cents per box.

Theody Wileliams Zenaide Ritchie Concord Street Manchester N. H Mra. Ritchie Dr. Williams Medicine Schenectady al Gruggis Willams

Renton Pharms Co Advertisement for Hair Dye Trial

A faded hair dye ad promises rapid transformation to a younger look with two color ranges Light to Medium Brown and Dark Brown to Black. Sample trial bottles cost 1 cent, with complete directions and shipping paid by the buyer.

Renton Pharmins Co

Catarrhal Deafness Remedy Promoted in Ad

An old advertorial claims catarrhal deafness can be overcome with a home remedy using peppermint, hot water, sugar, and an ounce of peppermint spirit. It promises cleared nostrils and easier breathing, advising four doses daily and noting low cost and ease of preparation.

Home Face Peeling Gains Popularity in Ads

An old advertisement touts Mercolized wax as a facial peel that removes the skin’s surface imperfections to reveal a healthier complexion. It claims the method eliminates wrinkles by gradually stripping away the top skin layer, with nightly use and washing off in the morning.

Timely Beauty Hints Uses Canthrox For Hair Care

A vintage beauty note urges using a homemade canthrox rinse as a cost effective shampoo alternative. Dissolve a teaspoon in hot water to create enough solution to cover all hair, remove excess oil and dirt in rinse, leaving hair fluffy, shiny and soft.

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