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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Sep 06, 1920

Page

2

Thirteen Taken In Three Raids

Thirteen men were arrested in three raids on gambling dens and cabarets. John Banks of 57 Lexington Avenue, a cabaret proprietor linked to Baby Poll resort activity, was held for federal authorities after liquor was found. Bail set at 500 dollars. At Adalphi Athletic Club 356 Fairfield Avenue nine patrons were held on bonds of 50 dollars, and Charles Allen bail was 500 dollars. In Star cabaret at Ib Middle Street three men who sheltered officers were arrested. their names are Frank P. Benson, Benjamin Bisher, and Hurley, all posted 500 dollars for trial.

United States John Banks Lexington Avenue John O'Connell Lanks Hugh J. Lavery Adalphi Athletic Club Wairfield Avenue John FE. Barton Bureau of Investigation Charles Allen Slow Street Ib Middle Street John O'Connall Sheeta Frank P. Benson Main Street Benjamin Bisher Stratford Avenue Central Avenue

Hunger Striker A Real Martyr

A critical essay argues hunger strikers can become political martyrs, shaping public opinion and government actions. It cites the Lord Mayor of Cork as a case showing how a death could threaten or topple a government, urging clear, intelligent discussion of the issue. The piece contends such martyrs test law, conscience, and policy in a controversial moral frontier.

Horace Sven Themelves Tim Law Anc Wilfer Cork Tan Svainet Shaw Irish Republic Relanxi Lloyd-George

Weather Outlook For New England And New York

Northern New England faces cloudy skies with possible Monday showers, mainly afternoon or night. Southern New England and Eastern New York expect Monday and Tuesday showers with clearing and warmer temperatures later. Winds off the Atlantic from Sandy Hook to Hatteras shift from variable to easterly, with unsettled conditions.

New England New York Atlantic Coast Sandy Hook Hatteras

Harding Not Against League

The article discusses Senator Harding’s stance on the League of Nations, noting he may support a modified form to preserve European peace. It states he aims to avoid a separate peace with Germany and expects cooperation with other nations to revise the treaty. Harding plans to lead revisions with congress, keeping debate with his opponent to a minimum.

Harding Doza Europe Harding Germany United States Wickersham Stinvoy Cox Tustnieht

Sporting Events To Feature Day Continued From Page One

The article notes a day of rest for regular carriers at the local post office with the office largely closed after 29 oclock. The window will stay open in the evening and night service operates until midnight. Regular holiday collections and dispatches will be in order.

Denounce Jailing of Cork's Mayor in Bridgeport Rally

A Bridgeport gathering denounces the jailing of Cork Lord Mayor Terence MacSweeney as hunger strikes threaten his life. Speakers including Frank Walsh, George J. Donahue, and John Keefe urge support for Irish self determination and British withdrawal, calling for recognition of Ireland's de facto government.

Frank &. Walsh United States Labor Board Advacars Liv George J. Donahue St. Augustine's Wilson Chrnglins J. Dananey Meriden John, Keefe I Viands Brixton Terence McSweney Father Donahue Walsharr Britain Ireland MacSweney England Ish Gatlon Yrelimd Nat Whelas Tres Citizans Bridgeport Moss Molling 3Fannix Gavaynment Teland Cork Lon Tie Dent Hess Sueyter Republic Wrain

Will Hays Replies To Cox In Quotation Filled Debate

The record summarizes Will Hays responding to Cox with references to disputed quotas and expenditures. It notes quotes fed by a treasurer, varying by state committees, and mentions claimed sums around 423.9 million as a point of contention. The overall tone reflects assertions of truth and accountability in a political dispute.

Boreon Chiewho Jarlewiar Niger Eilent Enomch Qon

Bombing Club cases continued to September 8

Seven members of a group called "samling era" were arraigned as suspects in alleged plot to blow up the Agme Shear company. All seven had their cases continued to September 6 for appearance before Judge Bartlett in district court. Bail set at 7600 dollars each.

Samling Agme Shear Company Bartlett Cay Court Ourday Gail

Two Held for Assault After Clawing Battle

Two men, Stephen Sebo and John Sebrets, both of 403 Spruce Street, were held for assault after a clawing fight in a local Oasis district yesterday afternoon. Singer nails were reportedly used as weapons. both men were severely injured and bloodied. Police separated the combatants and charged them with assault and breach of the peace.

Stephen Sebo John Sebrets Clay Marcel Hollimih Ponce

Delegates Attend Spate Convention At Moreweg

At a spate convention delegates from two regional associations gathered in Dortland Me Phd to discuss the arguawt tor Eplund. The meeting, held Friday, adjourned with preparations for a convorsion next year and a possible New Haven selection as the Isi1 convention site.

Youss Men Hibsow Association Youngs Woann Hoeaveen Associacian Moreweg Atertion Eplund Sessian Gonnsertert New Haven Elby

Obituary notices for local residents reported in error

Obituary items list several deceased city residents with mixed garbled names and addresses. Mentioned are Braatns Jersey Wynatug Jorsey of BT died yesterday at Bridgeport Hospital, survived by three sons and three daughters, funeral at H A Teemington chapel on Barnum Avenue and Williant Street. Other notices name Caraline Hateler and Augusta Schwartz, with services and interment details, plus several survivors. The garbled text provides funeral timings, cemeteries, and family relations but lacks clear accuracy.

Braatns Jersey Jorsey Bridgeport Nospital Thro Sais Chester Albert Ayn Myerolt Carole Det Gardline Delmnd Masie Bhatvora Angeo Beng Buward Therossiey Joganh Phoeed Fars Homutery Cammlinge Ammusta Sefywartz Augusta Schwartz Hhe Daushser George Dublat Grasmere Avenue Fairfield Wis Oak Lawn Cemetary Palvfeld Shere

Juts Ready for Holiday Rush Transit Plan Outlined

Bridgeport prepares for holiday travel with about 420 jitney buses under Fiscal Agent Johno B. Schwartz. Headways include two minutes on Fairfield line and five minutes to Savin Rock. Hartford and Waterbury buses assist, with extra service for Sea Park Avenue concerts and Walnut Beach trips.

Jilner Bussis Bridgeport Johno B. Schwartz Toes! Bus Corporation Fairfield Bunch Savin Rock Derby Schwarts Wattat Beach Sea Park Avenue Seaside Park Newfield Park Piscal Arent Schwartz Beardacy Park Schwartz

Waterbury Considers Revisions to Jitney Ordinance

Waterbury officials and civic leaders plan a mass meeting to press for repeal of the restrictive jitney ordinance. Mayor Sandland supports revision to ease limits on jitney service in the north end, aiming to satisfy residents and stop the service disruption. Local residents and northeastern town groups back the move as they await aldermen action.

Williem H. Sandland Tenadog Waterbury Sands Leen Jlincy Seoul

Queviay Meeting and Protest for Jetty Service Resumption

A compact gathering in Yeeuilin drew residents and activists to press officials for resuming jetty service. Organizers urged aldermen to prioritize transit restoration, citing local disruption and economic impact.

Queviay

Part Time Basis For 2 200 Pupils in City Schools

Board of Education reveals rising costs and bond limits strain the McKinley addition and 16 new rooms. Part time sessions cover 2000 pupils citywide, with portable and basement classrooms expanding as out of town arrivals swell enrollments. Sylvan Avenue and Reservoir districts face overcrowding without new facilities, while damp basement rooms show deteriorating conditions.

Sone McKinley Board of Education Slawson Glassia Anchidinistia Hiss Prospect Jeffrson Elias Howe Webster Island Brook Huntington Road Barnum Black Rock Read Shelton McNinley Columbus Whittier Clese Sylvan Avenue Presidenta Reservoir Avenue Vnjty Ths Ntzs Sion Newley

Wilson Districts to be invaded and reorganization anticipated

A fragmentary report notes Wilson districts to see upheaval with a new district chairman to be chosen by a Republican slate. Arthur F P Conner is described as an anti Wilson candidate while John A Leonard signals plans to assemble most chairmen this week. Attorney Albert Jug Merritte’s name appears in passing while Judge Paul L Iuler reportedly has GOP delegate support.

Qelegeicy Slecond Arthur FP. Conner Ovor Wilson Conner John A. Leonard Republican Town Committees Albert Jug Mérrite

Mrs Nott Taken To County Jail

Mrs Nott wife of the murdered gambler was removed from Hillside home to the county jail at noon yesterday. She has fully recovered from nervous hysteria and occupies a solitary cell without physician attention. Wade and Johnson were taken to the county fair on Saturday amid plans to move children, with concerns about available rooms and transport. High school conditions worsen, with instruction limited to four hours due to a double decision. Superintendent Slawson notes growth in attendance from 46 to 2659 in five years and anticipates more, while bonds for new construction await apportionment notification.

Eihe Hutehina Nott Wade Johnson Mhy Rammay Slawson Jean B. Wynkoop Board of Education Board of Apportionment

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U. S Pape One Will Hays Cox Sonnenberg’s Sonnenbergs Sonnenberg Music Company Broad Street Broadway Yonkers Chapel St Sixth Avenue Telephone Barnum
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