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Newspaper
Bridgeport Times
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
May 01, 1920
Page
9
A 1920 analysis condemns primary fraud in New Jersey, with tram Johnson seeking a vote recount and Newbury’s past offenses cited. The piece argues election corruption is rising and warns that penalties may soon reach those responsible, noting money fuels campaigns and late expense reports mislead voters.
A critique of Mayor Wilson portrays him as a pompous reformer with a habit of declaring compulsory classes for police to study ordinances while police urged his election and engaged in questionable pay practices. The writer condemns hypocrisy and claims enforcement failures would have kept jails fuller and improved morals and finances.
Census returns from Springfield show a 45 percent increase, suggesting Bridgeport could reach around 180000 or more. Springfield grew rapidly during the war, similar to Bridgeport, but Bridgeport may settle near 160000 if present trends hold, and need not feel ashamed if the figure falls short.
Assistant secretary of the treasury HIS C. Leffingwell says soldiers should not receive bonuses to aid railroads and inflation stems from government business interference. He proposes national unity to end bickering, warning war is costly and disruption delays normal order. He doubts the chorus of ignorant advisers will greatly delay the settlement.
In May 1870 Bridgeport notes report a range of local items. Turtle soup at Blair's on Wall Street. Straw Hat factory seeking workers in Milford. ongoing pigeon shooting at State and Water streets. The Bridgeport School District votes on Gregory Street land sale and agent appointment, sparking opposition. The steamer Schuyler to resume New York service. Esten Nichols opens a grocery on State Street. A Swedish Baptist church pastor debate over salary leads to possible resignation.
A sweeping account notes widespread revolts against Carranza across Guerrero Michoacan Zacatecas Morelos Tabasco Nuevo Leon Vera Cruz Nayarit and other states. Generals Enriquez Estrada Ortiz Rubio Go mex and Go nas lead forces while Ben Hill and others flee or regroup. Allies pledge protection to foreigners and Mexican citizens as turmoil intensifies.
Springfield May 1 four alleged moonshiner whiskey manufacturers led by Mrs Vettoria Binlo were held for trial in United States District Court after a preliminary hearing. Prohibition officers raided the Bialo home and found distilling equipment capable of sixty gallons daily. Also held were Mr and Mrs Bialo Joseph Bianchi and Guy V Angell. Szilagy sues Malcolm Baxter for 250 in Common Pleas court.
Judge Frederic A. Bartlett ruled there was insufficient evidence to convict any of the defendants. Three cases were nolled, while George Guardiola 372 State street keeper of a disorderly house had his case continued. Burns operatives yielded no proof of a vice trust or graft, and most cases stemmed from the April 17 raids. Disposition of the remaining four cases is slated for Tuesday as James N. Meenan and police defend the vice crackdown. Mary Wilson’s case nears end with her likely arraignment as an incorrigible.
The funeral for James Doyle from 279 Brooks Street began 8 30 a m with a solemn high mass at St Charles church. Rev T P Gloster presided assisted by Rev Michael Lineh deacon and Rev P J McGivney subdeacon. Choir sang Thy Will Be Done and selections at offertory and after mass. Pallbearers included William Crowley James Sheehan John McPadden Patrick Ryan James McKelvey Reise Davis. Interment followed at St Michaels cemetery with commital at the grave.
Charles Grimwood of 527 Fairfield avenue had charges under the conditional bill of sales law nolled in city court after a disputed deal with John B. Johnson of 183 Wheeler avenue. Johnson was fined 5 and costs for a violation tied to the conditional sale.
On May Day Radicals faced heavy policing as New York and Chicago mobilized large forces to prevent disturbances. In New York 11,000 police, guarded public buildings and radical meeting monitoring marked the city, with 100 meetings planned under protection. Chicago deployed 1,500 suspected criminals detained, as civilians patrolled streets and authorities prepared mass meetings.
John R. Murray, a Professional boxer and former New England amateur welterweight champion, died in hospital after a tenth round knockout by Dave Powers of Malden at the Commercial Athletic club. Powers was charged with manslaughter but discharged as Murray's death was deemed an accident. Spectators noted a blow to the chin. The same page mentions an Olivet church social and dance with refreshments served.
The May Commerce Monthly argues for a world wide return to the gold standard to restore monetary stability after World War I. It notes dramatic gold stock shifts in France Britain Russia Germany and the United States and predicts a persistent drain on U S and certain regions as deficits are readjusted. It foresees gold money use expanding and deflationary readjustment shaping credit structures globally.
The Great Atlantic Fleet anchors in the Hudson with Secretary Daniels aboard the Pennsylvania. Navy officials plan to inspect the Tennessee at the navy yard as the fleet spreads through Manhattan shores. The battleships include Pennsylvania Arizona Nevada Oklahoma Florida Delaware and North Dakota New York May 1. The flagship Pennsylvania sails past forts at 10:35 followed by the fleet.
Washington May 1 The party caucus abandoned plans to pass the sales tax bill next Monday after strong opposition emerged. Republican leaders pressed for a new compromise on soldier relief legislation following a four hour session without united party support. Mondell announced a conference to be held late next week.
Judge John R Hagel in United States Court upholds the Lever Food Control Act provision against unjust and unreasonable charges as constitutional in alleged profiteering cases. Buffato, N. May 1.
The Board of Police Commissioners decided to start a police training school after Acting Superintendent Charles A. Suckley recommended the plan. Short courses will be held frequently to improve department efficiency.
Joseph Whitman of New York City was bound over to the May term of the Superior Court by Judge Frederic A. Bartlett in City Court this morning. Whitman is accused of signing his brother’s name to two notes and passing them in Bridgeport.
Joseph Barbe was arrested Thursday night for attempting to pass a counterfeit $20 bill at a local saloon. He appeared before United States Commissioner Hugh J. Lavery and is held on $5,000 bond for a hearing on May 14 for alleged money alteration.
A collage of small ads offering sales reps wanted in a territory with references requested, a hosiery sales position with salary and flexible hours, a home based candy business startup, seed potatoes and garden seeds for sale, secondhand furniture purchase and sale, a rural property listing with outbuildings near rail and road access, and a lost dog notice. Addresses and details reflect typical small-town newspaper classifieds.
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