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Newspaper

Bridgeport Times

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

May 11, 1920

Page

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Barrage Delayed Six Months As Alleged By Daniels

Secretary Daniels testified before the Senate Naval Investigating Committee that the north sea mine barrage was delayed six months due to opposition by Rear Admiral Sims and the British Admiralty. He said the plan originated in the Navy Department and that Sims sought to credit Britain, while four-fifths of the mines were American and laid by American vessels on a 000 mile overseas journey.

Washington Sims Senate Naval Investigating Committee Daniels Navy Department Navy Bureau of Ordnance Sime Mayo Admiralty Admiral Sims American Navy Department America United States Navy Comserument Phitish Admiralty

Demand Renewed Lease Case At Suits Court

Golde Clothes Shop, Inc. sues Samuel Silver and others in Superior Court to compel renewal of a five year lease from Aug 1 1918 for the Golden Fil and Main streets property. The case involves a predecessor Hayes Armstrong lease and a contested termination provision, with matter in progress before Justice Edward J. McManus.

Curtis Golde Clothes Shop, Inc Samuel Silver Plaintff Justice of the Peace Edward J. McManus Golden Fil Pinintif Apiatrong Mayes Mares Levine Hayes Armstrong Minas & Culinan Deberest Jee Ne & Cowley

Wilsons audacious naval doctrine released to public

Secretary Daniels released President Wilsons unpublish ed war instructions to Atlantic fleet given aboard the Pennsylvania on August 11 1917. The president urged audacity over prudence to win the submarine war and vowed to sacrifice part of the navy if needed while criticizing British admiralty for inaction and promising a bold new tradition in the service.

Washington Wilson Pennsylvania Daniels Senate Naval Investigating Committee Navy Great Britain

Rebels Seek U S Recognition From Mexican Government

Washington reports the revolutionary government in Mexico will seek immediate recognition from the United States. The movement operates from Sonora, where the revolt began, as officials press for formal acknowledgment amid ongoing regional conflict. New York dispatch notes the battleship Oklahoma and three destroyers loading supplies on the Hudson River in preparation for deployment to southern waters. A 1,000-strong marine contingent from Philadelphia is to board the Oklahoma, while Brooklyn Navy Yard marines drill in campaign gear.

Washington Mexico Sonora New York Oklahoma Herbert Preble Bills Hudson River Philadelphia Brooklyn Navy Yard

Hills Claim Heavy Damages in Connecticut Collision Case

David Hills and Amcusta Hills sue a Connecticut company over injuries from a head-on crash near Shelton on the Bridgeport Derby line dated October 19, 1919. The husband seeks 10000 dollars and the wife 5000 dollars. Judge F D Haines presides with a jury as Greenstein represents plaintiffs and Baldwin defends.

David Hills Amcusta Hills Connecticut Company Shelton F. D. Haines Bridgeport Damazres Greenstein SW. Baldwin

Ellis Chosen to Hold High Masonic Office

Hartford May 11 The 122nd annual convocation of the Grand Chapter of Connecticut Royal Arch Masons was held today at Masonic Temple Grand High Priest Ernest F Sweeny of Winsted presided Visitors from New York and Vermont attended The officers elected include Grand High Priest Henry R Tisdale Deputy Grand High Priest Edgar B Bilis Grand King Arthur N Nash Grand Scribe FP Ward DeKlyn Grand Treasurer Isaiah Baker Jr Grand Secretary George A Kies Grand Captain of the Host William Shelley Grand Principal Sojourner William Bowers Continued on Page Six.

Hartford Grand Chapter Connecticut Royal Arch Magons Masonic Temple Ernest F. Sweeny Winsted New York Vermont Sweeny Henry KR. Tisdale New London Edgar B. Bilis Bridgeport Arthur N. Nash Westerly Henry R.tisdale Ward DeKlyn Danbury Isiah Baker, Jr George A. Kies Flartford William Shelley William Bowers New Haven

Autos Fatal to Collins Family

Sadie Coltina of Norwalk settled an out of court $19,900 claim against Bishop and Lynes over the death of her son John T. Collins in an automobile incident. Nine months earlier her husband, a chauffeur, was killed on a state road near Southport when a speeding car struck him. the occupants were never identified. Keogh and Candee appeared for the plaintiff, Wilson H. Pierce for the defendant.

Sadie Coltina Norwalk Bishop & Lynes John T. Colins Collins Southport Keogh & Candee Wilson H. Pierce

Bitter contest over platform for 1920 Socialists

New York May 11 4 bitter contest over the adoption of the party platform was promised today as the Socialist national convention reconvened The Illinois delegation criticized Morris Hillquit draft and announced a substitute platform modeled on radical programs of Socialist nations. William F Krave of Chicago said the Hillquit document used words and phrases that made Socialists strive for respectability and warned it could resemble Democratic or Republican platforms.

New York Socialist Party Illnbis Morris Hillquit Mode Prate Germany Russia Italy France William F. Krave Chicago

Store Collapses in Hartford Main Street Incident

A portion of the Steiser-Vedder Company department store on Main Street in Hartfont, Conn, collapsed today. About a hundred people were inside. occupants escaped as cracking walls warned against danger. Heavy rains are blamed for loosening foundations prior to construction adjacent to the site. Damages not yet estimated.

Hartfont Conn Steiser-Vedder Company Main Street Tesume Safet Xtures Damase

Women Golfers Gain Even Break in British Championship

In New Castle County Down on May 11, American women golfers in the British Women's Championship won early in match play. Mrs. C. H. Vanderbeck and Marion Hollins beat opponents. Mildred Caverly and Rosamond Sherwood were eliminated. Vanderbeck defeated Ames of Folkestone 4 and 3, Hollins beat Cruise 2 up, Mackenzie defeated Caverny 2 up, and Griffiths beat Sherwood on the 14th green. Sherwood injured her foot stepping on a pointed stake but tried to play with a cane.

New Castle County Down Ireland C. H. Vanderbeck Philadelphia Marion Hollins Westbrook L. I Mildred Caverly Rosamond Sherwood Long Island Vanderbeck Miss Ames Folkestone Miss Hollins

Eilianio Dies From Injuries After Bridgeport Crash

A 13 year old Joseh Filiano of 20 East Matsh street died at Bridgeport hospital from injuries after being struck by a jitney driven by William Moe of Walnut Beach on Congress street bridge. Moe was arrested for reckless driving, charged with manslaughter after the death. A coroner’s inquest is set for 5 am tomorrow. A police escort and several fraternal groups will accompany the funeral procession from the deceased home to St Patrick’s Church tomorrow morning.

Joseh Filiano East Matsh Street Bridgeport Williamn Moe Central Avenue Wailnut Beach Congress Street Efiane Moe Viliano Theut James J. O'Neill St. Patrick's Church O'Neill Knights of Columbus Royal Arcanum Nathaniel Wheeler Foresters of America Poland McGovern Kehoe Flynn Burns Cassidy George T. Kelly George Burns Thomas Burns Edward O. Cronan Daniel E. Brennan John H. Redgate St. Michael's Cemetery

Hold Truckmen in 1000 Dollar Bond

Arrested last night by Patrolman Robert Stowe for transporting whiskey through Norman street in an automobile truck. Andrew Julian of 106 Bell street and William Kehoe of 1917 Main street were arraigned before United States Commissioner Hugh J. Lavery and held under $1000 bonds for a hearing on May. They had 10 cases and several barrels of liquor, all with permit stamps, destined for Springfield Massachusetts. The whiskey was moved from police headquarters to the federal building today.

Robert Stowe Norman Street Andrew Julian Bell Street William Kehoe Main Street United States Hugh J. Lavery Springfield Mass Federal

Buckley Held In $1000 Bond After Rail Yard Fight

A fight at the South avenue railroad yards last night left Fred L. Alten injured and Mayard J. Buckley in custody. Alten was hospitalized with cuts and bruises. Buckley’s case was set for Thursday with a $1,000 bond. Police have limited details, but the incident arose after a meeting of a group described as vacationing railroad men. Alten was released from the hospital today. In related news, Tim Murchison was released to the New Orleans Southern Association, per manager Tris Speaker.

South Avenue Fred L. Alten Grand Street New Haven Srideewort Hospital Mayard J. Buckley Elm Street Asault Allen Wich Main Street Buckies Alten Murchison Cleveland Tim Murchison New Orleans Southern Association Tris Speaker Greveland

Hartford Ice King Sells Mills After Gas Plant Burden

Harry W. Walker of Bridgeport bought the Greenwood mills in New Hartford early this year and learned he also owned a gas plant. He asks the public utilities commission to relieve him from supplying gas, as the plant is unprofitable and the road to restoring the gas system would cost about 59 000. Sixty homes and restaurants would lose gas for light and cooking when the plant closes.

Hartford Harry W. Walker Bridgeport Greenwood Mills New Hartford Walker

Noted Novelist Howells Dies in New York

William Dean Howells, famed novelist, died in New York on May 11 after returning from Savannah where he spent the winter. He had influenza contracted there and never fully recovered. Survived by daughter Mildred and son William Mead of the city, plus sisters Mrs Achille Frechette and Miss Aurelia Howells and brother S. D. Howells of Washington. Funeral at Church of the Ascension tomorrow at 10:50 with Rev Percy Stickney Grant. burial in Cambridge, Massachusetts.

Mr. Howells Savannah Howells Mildred Wiliam Mead Achille Frechette House of Commons Misa Aurelia. Howells Ottawa D. Howells Washingon Church of the Ascension Lfter Percy Stickney Grant Cambridge Mase

Change Signals for Tug Boats in Foggy Harbor

The harbor commissioner Talay altered tug boat signals during fog. Old signals for a tow alongside and a tow off the stern used one long whistle and two short whistles. New signals require one long whistle and three short whistles for a tow off the stern. The tow alongside remains one long and two short whistles. Honolulu report notes Ambassador Morris may resign to seek the U S presidency.

New York Harbor Talay

Turbulent Mexico Revolt Sees Mixed Reports of Carranza

Associated Press dispatches from Mexico indicate fragmentary and conflicting news on President Carranza. Claims deny prisoner status while other sources insist he was captured near Apizaco or San Marcos with heavy forces, and authorities report deaths of generals Murguia Orquizo and Barraban.

Associated Press Mexico Carranza Vera Cruz el Dictamen Republic San Marcos Puebla Apizaco Hidalgo Murguia Orquizo Barraban Carranzas Mexico City Vera Crus Candido Aguilar Fugi Hil and Trevino Aguilar

Women Watch Indignation Over Connecticut Suffrage Call

Hartford May 11 Katharine Ludington president of the Connecticut Woman Suffrage association urged today that Governor Holcomb be questioned on his refusal to call a special session to ratify the suffrage amendment. She asked if the governor should determine whether the legislature meets and said women of the state are watching with deep indignation and seek redress from the men who hold power.

Hartford Katharine Ludington Connecticut Woman Suffrage Association Holcomb General Assembly Connecticut Srej Omens Il Ita United States

Maher Estate Valued At About 150000 In New Haven

In New Haven on May 31 the will of William J. Maher, a retired merchant tailor, leaves his home at 1519 Chapel Street with contents and his automobile to widow Marie Bateman Maher. The estate totals about 150000, with 25000 life income to be paid to the widow and upon her death 25000 to stepson Jarvis Beserpan, plus 1000 to St. Brenjan's church and smaller bequests to several orphan charities. Remaining property to mother Josna Keater and seven brothers share and share alike.

New Haven William J. Maher Marie Bateman Maher Chapel Street Jarvis Beserpan St. Francis Orphan Asylum James S Frederick J. Share Hhare

Escapee Henry D. Trumbull Nabbed by Cheshire Police

Henry D. Trumbull, 18, of 911 Broad Street, who escaped from Cheshire reformatory while working in the boiler room, was arrested this morning and is held for Cheshire authorities.

Henry D. Trumbull Broadstreet Cheshire Reformatory Cheshire Reformatory

Connecticut Women's Golf Championship June 5 at Shuttle Meadow

The annual Connecticut Women's Golf Championship will be played at Shuttle Meadow club in New Britain on June 5. Announcement made today confirms the date and venue for the event.

New Haven Connecticut Women's Golf Association Shuttle Meadow Club New Britain

Caffin Drops Dead in Street

James Caffin, 55, a collector for Jaesar Misch, Inc, collapsed on Nichols Street at 11 45 AM while on his rounds. He lived at 157 Hough Avenue, had worked as a collector for 15 years, and was pronounced dead from heart trouble by Medical Examiner Garlick. He was married and survived by his widow.

James Caffin Jaesar Misch, Inc Nichols Street Caffin Hough Avenue Bernard J. Burns Asness Garlick

Sneak Thieves Active In Bridgeport Area

Bridgeport reports show a surge in robberies with daily notices at police headquarters. A Chevy touring car owned by Fred Hayden was stolen from Buckley’s garage in Southport. The W F Smith Manufacturing plant on Stratford Avenue saw a tool theft. Zarsey Candy Co on East Alain Street reported entry by youths after a Sunday fire. Park City Picture House on Stratford Avenue had items taken last night. A toolhouse break-in at 276 Bronx Avenue occurred between Saturday noon and Monday morning. A resident on Garden Street reported clothing, an old watch, a wedding ring and a pin stolen last night. New Haven May 11 Partly cloudy with light showers tonight and Wednesday.

Bridgeport Fred Hayden Fera Street Buckley Southport W. F. Smith Manufacturing Company Stratford Avenue Zarsey Candy Company East Alain Street Park City Stratford Avene Peter Wedeve Bronx Avenue Bomalaw, Narosek Garden Street

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