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Newspaper

Bridgeport Times

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Mar 27, 1920

Page

6

Navy pay bill sparks warning of naval decline

Washington dispatch argues that false economy in Congress endangers the U S Navy. The piece, by Robert T Small, contends pay delays erode trained personnel and threaten a first class fleet. It cites disintegration risk, inaction by House leaders, and the need for a decisive policy to sustain naval strength.

Washington House Congress House of Representatives Senate Robert T. Small Mr. Small Associated Press Small Sen@to Mr Small Navy Navy Department of Deniis Fic France Cannon

Obituary notices from 186 Read Street and Stratford listings

Obituary items report Charles J. Ellson died after a lingering illness aged 72 at 186 Read Street. Survived by a widow, four sons Albert, Walter, Waltlam, George, a stepson William Weight, daughters Alice and Louies, 23 grandchildren and three great grandchildren. Funeral Tuesday 2:30 from residence, Rev. Jepson to officiate, burial Mountain Grove. Albert C. Ryckman, a Singer Mfg. machinist for 37 years, died yesterday at Barnum Terrace Stratford. Survived by wife, four children Albert Jr, Harold, Frederick Wyckmax, daughter Mrs Edward Lavery, five grandchildren. Services 8:30 and 6 from St James, Stratford, burial St Rachel's. Mrs Bridget Galvin funeral held yesterday from 275 Coleman Street and St Augustine's suburb, Rev Robert Bowen officiating.

Fillison Charles J. Ellson Bis Read Street Hingeria East End Albert Walter R Waltlam M. George KF William Weight Alice Chester Wood Elis Wes Brotherhood of Amertes William ii, Jepson St. Luke's Church Murial Mountain Grove Cemetery Albert C. Ryckman Singer Mfg. Co Barnum Terrace Stratford Exs Bridgeport Albert, Jr Harold Frederick Wyckmax Edward Lavery Avas Nathaniel Wheeler Poresters of America Wheeler and Wilses Veteran Firemen’s Relief Association Tuwers St James Church St Rachael’s Cemetery Bridget Galvin James Galvin Coleman Street St Augustine's Saburb Robert Bowen

Daylight Law Adopted in 33 Cities Across Nation

New York March 27 daylight saving begins tomorrow in at least 33 cities and towns despite a prior veto. Clocks set ahead one hour with Philadelphia Pittsburgh and other metros ready to observe. Railroads plan adjusted schedules. Several states consider statewide measures and local officials urge adoption.

New York Congress Willson National Daylight Association New York City Buffalo Cohees Troy Utica Syracuse Yonkers Gloversville New Jersey Camden Plainfield New Brunswick Hoboken Jersey City Massachusetts Clinton Lynn Worcester Marboro Pennsylvania Philadelphia Pittsburgh Corry Allentown Harrisburg Haston Connecticut Hartford Putnam Maine Portland South Portand New Hampshire Manchester Michigan Detroit St. Joseph Colorado Denver Ohio Columbus Delaware Wimington Marcus M. Marks New York Central New Haven Cleveland New Jersey Assembly Senate Newark Paterson Elizabeth New York State Massachusetts House Chamber of Commerce Providence R. I Rhode Island Chicago Indianapolis Minneapolis St. Paul Louisville St. Louis San Francisco Los Angeles Oakland

Plans for largest YWCA convention unfold in Cleveland

Two thousand women and girls from across the United States will gather in Cleveland for the Young Women's Christian Associations of America's national convention April 13 to 26. Notable attendees include Mrs. William Fellowes Morgan and Lady Falconer, with speakers from Japan and several American leaders. The event marks expanded wartime influence and outlines policies for the coming years.

United States Young Women's Christian Associations of America Cleveland Orient South America Canada William Fellowes Morgan John M. French Henry P. Davison Robert E der New York National Board Lady Falconer Toronto Michi Kawat Japan Association Robert E Har} Taylor Harry Emerson Fosdick Fred B. Fisher Charles S MacFarland New York City Charles W. Kitkey Chicago F. J McConnell Denver

Hoboes Fade From Ragged Riches Of The Past

The piece notes the disappearance of hobos once common in rural and urban life. It questions whether legendary wanderers like Dusty Rhodes have given up begging and loafing, with the American Land Service reporting the hobo class nearly extinct as many seek work during harvest seasons.

Willie Dusty Rhodes American Land Service

John E Ince to Remain With Metro as Director

John E Ince, director at Metro Studios in Hollywood, denies reports he will leave Metro to work for a rival. The official Metro statement says he will continue directing for Metro, having declined a three year contract and his own company. Ince, from the Ince brothers trio, has a history in San Francisco and later Hollywood acting and directing, with upcoming projects listed.

John E. Ince Metro Studios Hollywood Cal Metro Oirset Pacific Coast Longacre Mr. Ince Ince Emma Dean Rachel Crothers Lee Kozel New York Alice Lake Julie Herne Met Ero Ince Brothers Ralph Thomas Belasco Alcazar Theatre San Francisco Poll

Milford town note look at residents and events

Archie Raynor of Long Island visits Milford after wanderings at sea now active with Stony Brook property and local land work. Miss Elizabeth Crafts of Wellesley College tours through to Montreal visiting aunts Mrs. Earl F Adams and Mr. Frank Livingston. Mulford prep school closes for vacation to April 7. W C A fund drive aims to support next year’s work. France and China backing WCAs to cover 80 percent if America bears rest. Wheel club nominations open until next Thursday. no house rules changes this week. Methodist minute men lead Sunday service in Dr Simoneon’s absence. Epworth League meets at 7 pm. Yale Quartet leader Raymond Culver performs at Plymouth church. Palm Sunday services planned with special music and a Sacred Concert “The Crucifixion” by Stainer featuring choir and Girls’ Choral club.

Stainer

Mitford High Fights to a Draw with Seymour in Big Game

In yesterday's basketball clash Mitford High, with Miss Esther Cor and Miss Hastins providing instrumental support, held Seymour close in the first half. The tide turned in the second half, leaving the visitors with a 20 to 20 tied score.

Ists Esther Cor Hastins Mitford High Seymour

Young Roy Stecker Cast as Sonny in Road to Divorce

Roy Stecker four year old son of A C Stecker Universal City chief animal trainer played Sonny in The Road to Divorce. On set he faced a large cat with a wild temper as the director asked if he feared the cat. He replied fearlessly that he was not afraid, even of a lion, since he keeps a lion cub as a pet.

Roy Stecker A. C. Stecker Universal City Sonny Young Stecker Roy

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