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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Sep 20, 1922

Page

2

Sabre rattling fades as Washington loses prewar zeal

In Washington the prewar fervor to protect Americans abroad has waned. Despite missing naturalized citizens and large property losses, Congress offers no bold military response. Officials note Britain will likely shield Americans in danger, reflecting a cautious, isolationist mood and steady diplomacy over force.

David Lawrence Bridgeport Telegram Washington Near East Ltrge Agle Magvic Congress State Department United States Asia Minor Great Britain Dardanelles Hughes Braxit Phillips Harding Europe Armenia America

Paving Bids To Be Opened Friday At 4 P M

The Paving and Sewer commission will meet at 4 oclock Friday afternoon to open bids and award contract for paving Fairfield Avenue between Park and Clinton Avenues. Various kinds of paving will be bid on with sheet asphalt favored if other conditions are alike. The present pavement is wood block, in service about 15 years.

Paving and Sewer Commission Jafternoon Fairfield

Democrats 10 Give Women Equality Nomination Fight

Cantinual Freon page one coverage from Waterbury notes FitzGerald likely to win the Democratic nomination for lieutenant governor with Anthony M. Paonessa and Rollin A. Trier among announced officials. The convention opens tomorrow night with David B. D. W. Gerald as chairman and Homer Cummings elected temporary chair. A caucus will form committees and nominating speeches follow, then a Thursday morning session to finalize reports and nominees. The piece stresses an expected one night battle to shape the ticket before floor votes.

Waterbury FitzGerald Wagener Lakeville Anthony M. Paonessa New Britain Rollin A. Trier Andham David BD. WraGerald State Central Homer Cummings Sestion Will Daliver Re Solutions Philip Troup New Haven David F Fitz. Gerald Comnefce Vention

Cummings Seen as Nomination Despite Refusal

Bridgeport delegates expect Cummings to win the Democratic nomination for U S Senator at tonight's Hartford state convention despite his stated wish not to run. Archibald McNeil Jr says Cummings may be nominated by acclamation with FitzGerald as governor candidate, while Cummings serves as convention chairman and delivers the keynote address.

Homer& Cummings Uniten States Hartford Bridgeport Architait McNeil Jr Ja Gates Cummings FitzGerald McNeil Meror New Haven Democratic Party Lota Cummings AleNell A. Cummings Fairfield

Bridgeport Delegation Not Pledged at Democratic State Convention

Bridgeport’s 37 delegates arrive in Hartford for the Democratic state convention not pledged to a candidate. Mayor Fred Atwater leads, delegates travel by train or car, no caucus held yet, and many plan to vote as individuals. Support split between Spellacy and Lonergan. some Bridgeport names considered for state offices.

Bridgepo Conventio Hartford Bred Atwater Livads Vari Ole Nemberg Credi Uars Bridgeport Giess Harford Spellacy Lonergan Spelhacy Ag Orda Witaverald Suel= lacy Sanater Litzmovald Tighel Robert W. Goddard Leengaron Sig Willam Hris IL Ig Ronnix

Court rules US can see ship outside three mile limit

Boston dispatch reports United States jurisdiction extends beyond the three mile limit when a vessel and crew outside the limit commit offenses that are extended by authorities inland. Judge Morton ruled the case over seized rum runner near Gloucester, with appeal forthcoming to the Supreme Court.

Boston Associated Press United States Jones M. Moavtor Abel Ottae Gloucester Morton United States Supreme Court Java Aes Grace Ruby Morten Im i Geigen

Open Registration for Fall Classes at Catholic Home

Open registration for fall classes at Catholic Home outlines courses across social work Red Cross home nursing and craft studies. George L. Warran will lead social service instruction while Dr F P Curnell directs first aid. other tutors include Mrs John A Maxwell Miss Eileen Ryan and Miss Mary Day with varied offerings in dressmaking basketry millinery typewriting and business English across several evenings.

George L. Warrnn Unit Council of Social Agencies Chacky Ore Romantion Eadiely Ue Red Cross Red Cross F. P. Curnell St. Vincents Tal Hillside Howe Mar Wevel Ord John A. Maxwell Mise Elsie Rabb Nucxe Misa Eien Ryan Columbia University Bert Sullivan Margaret M. Scannell Marjoria Mastroni Inatructor Mary Day Belle’ Totan Aligg Kathryn M. Hassett Msg Agnes Collins

Names list appears in scrambled historical snippet

A long string of names including George Flynn C J Donnelly J J Kelly Arthur B Walls Michael Lucas Walter J Hartnett W Hy Beoin W Z Donlin Robert P D God 1G Mongratrn George Jinn John A Cornell Nersa Mal Jon Tobin Brady Dy Eph J Devine O Chherk Thomay Biewitt McGuinness James Whe J Lavery Francia P Danigan A KE Earn Rank J Wearn M Brady William Russell Thor Ostelio Wve Jaséply Cagsiu Navalin Ge T M Mara George Ifford Rank J Anderson.

George Flynn C. J. Donnelly J. Kelly Arthur B. Walls Michael Lucas Walter J. Hartnett W. Hy Be‘oin W.Z. Donlin Robert PD Mongratn George Jinn John A. Cornell Nersa Mal Jon Tobin. Brady Eph J. Devine O. Chherk Thomay Biewitt McGuinness James Whe J. Lavery Francia P. Danigan A KE Earn Rank J. Wearn M. Brady William Russell Thorostelio Wve Jaséply Cagsiu Navalin Ge ™ Mara George Ifford Rank J. Anderson

Democratic Delegate Dies in Middletown

In Middletown on September 19, 74 year old Democratic State convention delegate Boylan died after long service with Standard Oil. He had 20 years at the firm and leaves a wife and two daughters. He was known for frequent appearances at party gatherings and state conventions.

Middletown Sotolir' Boylan Convantion Standard Ol Company Oder

Conferees Agree on Borah Coal Bill Provisions

Washington reports conferees reached agreement on the Borah coal bill. The House would recede from amendments barring mine operators or workers organized groups from sitting on commissions, with membership narrowed from five to seven. Senate standardization provisions remain in the bill.

Washington Senate Coal Commission House Org

Community Chest Trustees Elect 1923 Executives

At yesterday’s annual meeting of Bridgeport Fragmeint Federation trustees elected the 1933 Community Chest executives. Sumner Simpson chairs the executive committee and Board of Trustees. P. T. Litchfield becomes vice chair and finance chair. An advisory committee includes Norman Leeda and George Hawley among others. Richard W. Coxwell was reelected treasurer. Budget and finance panels to be named later. The event drew wide participation from twenty organizations and closed with a prayer by Father John Hr Land.

Bridgeport Fragmeint Federation Chaiman Peres T. Litchfeld Higthlet Norman Leeda DoVer H. Warner George Hawley A. Be, Lavery J. von Wettberg David Day George J. Warren Charles G. Surford C. St. Worthen Samuel M. Hewley Cooper Harry Walker Kiam R. Webster Frank Brennan Percy Litchfield George T. Warren Richard W. Cozexwell Treasure George 5 Board of Trustees John Hr Land

Near East War Clouds Passing

Paris dispatch reports steady European pressure for peace in the Near East as Lord Curzon plans to report to London. An Ahmed Ferid Bey, spokesperson for Mustafa Kemal in Europe, predicts a bloodless settlement with Turkish forces retreating from the Aegean front as France pushes diplomacy over Britain’s warlike stance. Marquis Curzon arrived in Paris to confer with Premier Poincare’s government, while Lord Wardinge and British officials were also noted.

Lord Curzon London Prencn Near East Great Britain France Poincare Paris Near Tin Anmed Ferid Bey Peiigipal Mustaphattemal Pasha Europe Presa England Perid Nasuiduust Thifrance Avis

All American Women Removed From Smyrna

New York dispatch reports incoming wireless from Constantinople describing evacuation of Smyrna amid fire. Details mention American steamship activity, ships including Mog Island and Litchfield, and the alleged removal of about 1,900 Christians from Smyrna with 100,000 affected.

Smyrna New York Newr West Vellat Tocay Constanntinope Aquith Davien Conn Suaraglip Amatalia, Pearing Mog Island Smyrna Roy Aexandis Withon Litch Tiel Genestythnoplenty

Willimantic Man Injured in Train Crash

A Willimantic man suffered injuries in a train crash near Burnside. The casualty is described as seriously weakened, with blood loss and multiple traumas reported by local hospital and police officials.

Willimantic Willisantic Burnside St. Dan

Fragmentary ad text from early newspaper page

A garbled clipping shows an advertisement for grocers and baked goods. It mentions cure and nourishment claims and lists dishes and desserts in a fragmented fashion. The legible bits reference a Baker and grocers promoting items to customers in a retail setting.

Alui Grocers

Education Board Won’t Be Scriped, Veness Declares

Alderman A B Veness stated the council will consider the Board of Education’s request for about 1.8 million dollars to build and complete several schools including a new East Ride High, South End school, Grand Street replacement, and playground space. He said finance committee and council likely favor a measured approach within the city’s debt limit and that city auditors will be consulted before final action.

Board of Education Wmoass i Algo A. B. Veness Gaig East Ride Hich South End Grand Street Raucation Veneas Counes Tve

Hungarian newspaper sued for slander in Meridge port case

Defendants include Vornelus Osengradi publisher of the Hiungerkin newspaper based in Meridge port. A $28,000 civil suit claims statements harmed Brotherheadt Publishing, which issues a weekly in Munya called Pesvevises. Brotherheadt denies any such statements and cites opposition claims.

Vornelus Osengradi Hiungerkin Meridgeport Brotherheadt Navy Pesvevises Brother

Benefit Bazaar for Church Repairs Held Tomorrow

The Ladies Aid Society of the church will host a benefit bazaar at 3330 o'clock noon tomorrow to raise funds for church repairs. Entertainment includes a songs by Winifred Marshall of New York and dancing by Wallace Lecter, also of New York. Lawn decorations and homemade foods will be offered by the church youth.

Aay Wiki Sne Huraia 7 Green Fapw Tomorr O'Rlag Ladies’ Aid Society Winifred Marshall New York Ges Turing Foley Daseing Mes Yuriam Lecter Wallace

President Vetoes Bonus to Soldiers in Senate Effort

The article reports on President vetoing a veterans bonus while Morrison Mondell a Democratic leader warns a postponement would halt debate. Lawmakers in the House expect a two thirds override may fail in the Senate. Senators Harrison and others accuse Republicans of vote trading while veterans’ demands persist.

Mns Garett Tennesse Mondel Lts Lomorrow Te Provident Senate Mats Saldava House Harrison Demport Mississippi Branchas Congress

Peru President Says Indians Seek Alarms and Sewing Machines

President Leguia of Peru notes that when the Indian of Peru desires an alarm clock and a large wife seeks a sewing machine, he will be prepared to work regularly.

Peru Leguia

Beaver Seal Mason Jar Caps Introduces Self Sealing Caps

The Beaver Seal Mason Jar Caps promise safe one part heat sealing without rubbers. They avert cut fingers broken jars and bent caps by melting a disc with heat then allowing it to harden on cooling. Practical, cost effective, with a very low first cost.

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