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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Sep 27, 1920
Page
3
The Columbia Grafonola includes automatic stop that works on any record, built into the motor. It promises silent, nonadjustable operation from start to finish. Tone leaves and straight tone arm enable precise audio control for authentic reproduction.
London dispatch quotes M Pipp Estonian minister in London amid Bolshevik clashes in Dorpat and Poland. He warns Soviet rule faces danger from unemployment and demobilization as Russia’s economy worsens and allied decisions impact Estonia and Maghonia. He predicts Bolshevik efforts against Poland and urges strong frontiers to prevent Russia’s isolation.
Rome reports debate grows as Socialist deputy Marangoni pushes a bill permitting divorce after three years separation for couples with children and two years for those without. Proposals include citing military absence and unfaithfulness as grounds. The measure faces strong Catholic opposition though finds support among the Socialist bloc.
Police raided a Chinese wholesale provision store at 465 Water Street Saturday night and arrested nine Chinese individuals on gambling charges. Proprietor Ching Wan was held on $130 bail as keeper. In a separate incident, George Karakas of 308 Tristan Avenue was robbed at Hinl store Saturday night at about nine o'clock, losing around $80 from a cash register. the robbers, armed with revolvers, escaped in a waiting car.
Mr and Mrs Richard Rowland of 4 4 Fairfield avenue had a narrow escape from gas poisoning when a gas jet was accidentally left open while they slept. Rowland woke at about 4 o clock, staggered to a passerby to summon an ambulance, then carried his wife to fresh air. Dr Maxwell treated them at the Emergency hospital and they were revived.
The Harvard observatory in the Peruvian Andes near Arequipa houses a vast 24 inch telescope. Founded 79 years ago, the station sits by the Mist volcano and serves as a major southern sky observer. Local Indians reportedly revere the Hua Lal, believing it holds earth’s origin and causing regional halts. The volcano erupted seven years ago.
Paris reports the government has named Marshil Aide to assist in resolving a long standing judging issue in the city. The arrangement centers on the Kennedy Sens at 538 rue de Grenelle, with efforts described as a precautionary step ahead of potential conflict.
An Autumn sewing machine club advertises New Royal and West models with a $1 payment to secure delivery. Machines feature oak cabinets, six drawers, quiet operation, and a drop head design. special cabinet models and portable electric versions advertised with prices from $49 to $100.
New books arrive Monday including Erskine Dale Pioneer Poor Man's Rock The Trumpeter Swan Bridge of Kisses For Better For Worse and Mary Wollaston. Also advertised Lion wheels arch bar wheels motobikes and Lion bicycle models with prices and features noted along with Fisk tires and US Tires.
An advertisement extols the Hoover vacuum cleaner’s ability to sweep, lift, and suction dirt from floors, draperies, pillows, and mattresses. It claims automatic operation without tiring, and invites readers to see it in store with an easy payment plan. The Hoover Special is offered at 68.50 with a cash price of 65.
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