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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Sep 07, 1921
Page
2
An August health report from Bridgeport links tuberculosis and auto accidents to numerous city deaths. The document notes several fatalities across age groups, including young residents, with details on cases and contributing factors. Racey De Gangsta and other officials are named in the report’s narrative.
A fragmentary health brief notes a change from July figures with mentions of tuberculosis and death notices. The readable text is incomplete, but indicates shifts in mortality and disease discussion during the month. No clear names, dates, or locations are established.
Secretary Weeks endorses a National War Labor Board ruling awarding Bethlehem Steel workers back pay totaling over one and a half million dollars. He informs Congress of his view that the government has no right to withhold these claims, while noting equity requires the case to be recognized by Congress. The dispute centers on past wages for department employees tied to steel industry work during wartime.
A quirky city election piece features Miss Bedstead and candidates like Miss Bedstead proposing a municipal laundry plan to ease daily life, reduce mudslinging, and cut costs via city ownership. It discusses platforms, vacant civic trusts, and the appeal of nontraditional reforms amid a chaotic campaign.
Reports from Tampico indicate several new oil wells in Amaden and neighboring districts are bringing in gushers. Daily production ranges from 30,000 to 129,000 barrels, with major producers expanding with pipelines, tank farms, and reinery plans. The TideMex venture, led by expert managers, promises rapid growth though the first well yielded water at depth.
A boy, Bayan Connell, was injured when trousers clung to a fence during a race. The incident occurred behind Archeatreel yesterday as runners were finishing, causing a sudden tangle that pulled the boy and drew attention to the mishap.
President Harding lauds Republican progress and urges swift passage of tariff and taxation bills. He criticizes waste and delays, cites debt concerns, and aims to mobilize support in New Mexico where Senator Borah backs the administration's program.
Edward Monroe 19 of 1948 Tast Main Street suffered a brain concussion after striking his forehead with a hammer while on a ladder at Bridgenert Storage Warehouse at 10 Whiting Street. He was unconscious briefly, moved to St. Vincent's Hospital and remains resting comfortably though in a stupor. doctor J P Walsh attended to him.
Delvert Wilson of SF WWallace Street remained in serious condition after being shot Monday night at Mouth Wallington and Madison axmnics saloon. George Kahlo, held on $5,000 bail, allegedly shot in self defense and faces a hearing next week. Kahlo and witnesses to the shooting will be summoned before Caron Or Ton 7.
A Bridgeport resident, Mya, describes severe stomach and appetite issues relieved by a medicine after weeks of pain and dwindling health. She praises the product for restoring appetite, reducing bloating, and improving sleep, noting her energy and overall condition improved after taking seven bottles.
Mass protests by Catholic pilgrims in Rome escalated into clashes with police as a planned march on the Vatican was halted in Venice Square. Authorities dispersed some 16,090 foreign pilgrims amid demonstrations and disorder, while the Pontiff offered blessings after mass.
Frank H Mitchel died Sunday night at his home 117 Duclid avenue Waterbury after a short illness. He was survived by his wife daughter Mrs George D B Camp son Wallace Mitchel and two grandchildren Merwin Gaylord and Nelson Mitchel Camp. The funeral will be Wednesday afternoon from his late home in New Town at 4 o clock standard time. Interment will be in South Britain Conn.
Burglars broke into Slunsberg's shoe store and Levine's clothing store on Wall Street Monday night, stealing several pairs of shoes and four outfits. Police are investigating and reviewing nearby surveillance footage for clues.
In Gre, Sept 6, resident Amelia Summerford 109 eats raw onions between meals claiming strength and health. Nearby in Brighton, William McGur 297 North Washington Ave was struck by a streetcar on Main Street and Con 7 Street, undergoing hospital treatment for a fractured leg as police investigate.
A city sign reading Welcome to Bridgeport will greet strangers. The notice notes a junior chay event, a parade route from Taleone station to Fairfield avenue, and a rough timetable of a crew’s arrival. The New Haven line and Bridgeport Chamber of Commerce are involved in space donation and sign advertising.
In New Haven on September 6 the Associated Press reports that mandamus proceedings against certain Democratic party members and Democratic registrars were dismissed for lack of jurisdiction. The action followed intra party conflicts as primaries approached the mayoral election.
A young man visits a dentist for a tooth fix and, fearing the mirror inspection, declares distress. The doctor reassures him with a painless approach, and the patient leaves impressed, saying he will tell friends about the easy treatment and low charge.
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