Well Known Woman Dies in Bridgeport Community Pillar
Sarah I. Wilson widow of Robert G. Wilson died at her home 1340 Noble Avenue after a brief illness. For 28 years she served in Bridgeport’s town clerk's office and earlier ran a grocery with Main and Congress streets. Survived by two daughters May Clyne and Ethel Wilder, two sons Robert and P. E. Wilson, and two sisters Mrs. Robert E. Mandross and Miss Marie Ives. Born in Bridgeport daughter of the late G. W. Ives. Funeral services set for Friday.
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Sarah I. Wilson
Robert G. Wilson
Main
Congress Streets
Noble Avenue
Wison
Bridgeport
May
Clyne
Ethel
F. L. Wilder
Robert
P. E. Wilson
Robert E. Mandross
Marie Ives
New Haven
Wilson
G. W. Ives
Aves
Erested
Hier Genth
St Michael's Cemetery
Cassin
James C. Cassin
Hough Avenue
St Mary's Church
Add
Sarah Jans Ines
Mountain Grove
Barrett
Sarah A
John Henry Barrett
Mra
Henry G. Demme
Union Avenue
Lakeview Cemetery
Riis* Rust
Admiral Sims faces Wilson backlash over British ties
Secretary Daniels quotes Admiral Sims as saying the president opposed his replies and sought bold schemes to bar German submarines. Sims favored a plan similar to the British squadron and control from London, sparking disputes over American independence and the role of British influence in U.S. naval strategy.
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Admiralty
Admiral Sims
Zeebruggers
Daniels
Navy Department
War Council
Zeebrugge
Department
Navy Departments
Sims
London
Queenstown
United States
Political Reform Moves Forward In Long In Works Changes
Ambitious revisions described as long in the works aim to modify rewards for political service and reshape governance expectations as authorities push through statutory adjustments.
Slanders on Bridgeport foreigners rebut by local citizens
A Bridgeport letter condemns a publication for false charges that the city’s 226,000 inhabitants are largely foreign born workers with little respect for law. The writer asserts foreigners are law abiding, own property, and contribute to American life, noting many wore uniforms in the late war and urging constructive Americanization efforts.
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Bridgeport
America
Church m
Postal Workers Demand Higher Wages Amid Rising Costs
Postal workers seek a minimum wage of 1800 and a maximum of 2400 dollars, arguing the employer pays poorly and many leave as service suffers. A by government Bureau of Labor Statistics found city men with four dependents need over 2262 dollars annually. They urge Congress to act and list lawmakers to contact.
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OSTAL
Postal Service
Bridgeport Post Office
Bureau of Labor Statistics
America
Postal Department
Congress
Thomas Sterling
South Dakota
George H. Moses
New Hampshire
L. C. Phipps
Colorado
Kenneth McKeller
Tennessee
Edward J. Gay
Louisiana
Halvor Steenerson
Minnesota
Martin B. Madden
Tilinoi
John A. Moon
Thomas M. Bell
Georgia
A. I. Rouse
Kentucky
Joint Commission
Frederick H. Gillett
House
Frank W. Mondell
Henry Cabot Lodge
Reed, Smoot
Francis E. Warren
Brandegee
McLean
Sebiuyler Merritt
Fourth
Suspension of Captain Cronan Sparks Police Scandal Debate
The article reports Captain Cronan’s 30 day suspension amid accusations of failing to report official acts for three days and withholding two subordinate reports detailing jewels allegedly stolen by Burns operatives. Commissioners had urged only a reprimand, while Burns men promise further revelations, fueling public suspicion of a broader police scandal.
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Gronan
Ella Miller
Burns
Last Honors Paid Waters at St Augustine’s Church
Funeral services for Henry J. Waters were held this morning at the alte home on Elmwood Avenue and from St Augustine's Church. Rev J D Nihill celebrated a solemn high mass of requiem assisted by Rev J Bowen and Rev Donahue. The church quartet sang and at offertory John Hanley rendered Ave Maria with Mrs Harold Youd singing Some Sweet Day. City officials and delegations from Bridgeport Lodge Knights of Columbus Park City Council attended. Burial was in St Michael's Cemetery with pallbearers named.
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Henry J. Waters
Alte
Elmwood Avenue
St .Augustine’s Church
J. D. Nihill
J. Bowen
Donahue
Schmidt
John Hanley
Harold Youd
Bridgeport Lodge
Lks
Park City Council
Knights of Columbus
St Michael's Cemetery
Nihil
Daniel P. Harrigan
Wiliam J. Murphy
William J. Garrity
John J. Brady
John H. Green
John Kiltian
Hitchcock Attacks Peace Resolution In Senate Debate
Senator Hitchcock contends Congress cannot make peace though it can declare war. He rejects Knox claims the war is ended and denounces House peace plans that seek an embargo and treaty rights. He argues the measure would replace the Versailles treaty and is futile against Germany.
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Hitchcock
Congress
Knox
House
Germany
Pennsylvania
Milford man sues for 125 dollars in Common Pleas
Frank A. Allen of Milford sues Alva Allen of Trumbull for $125 with papers returned to the Common Pleas Court. Property in Trumbull belonging to the defendant was attached.
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Frank A. Allen
Milford
Alva Allen
Trumbull
Common Pleas Court
Obituary notices of several residents listed with funeral details
Multiple obituary notices note deaths of Mrs Tabetha Graven at 5 Ann Street Frank Dean at Hillsdale home Catherine Liebscher at home of her daughter Long Hill Bridget Agnes Gannon cousin of Michael Gannon New Haven burial at St Michael's Bridgeport Services set for Thursday Friday and Saturday at various churches and cemeteries within Lakeview and St Michael's grounds
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Tabetha Graven
Ann Street
Frank Polke & Son
State Street
Lakeview Cemetery
Frank Dean
Hillsdle
August G. Baker
William H. Jepson
St. Luke's Episcops Church
Lake, View Cemetery
Catherine Liebscher
John Liebscher
Richard Keeton
Long Hill
Keeton
Gerald E. Beard
Park Street
Turin
Carranza Adherents Leave Mexico City for Vera Cruz
Washington reports President Carranza and cabinet advisers departed Mexico City last Friday morning. Messages from the American embassy indicate the train movement aims toward Vera Cruz as the new regime continues its push.
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Washington
Carranza
Mexico City
Vera Cruz
State Department
Indiscreet Admiral at Sims Seen With Anglomania
The article portrays an admiral at Sims as Anglomania inclined and focused on British recognition rather than his superiors' program. It argues that naval proof lies in transporting millions of soldiers to France without loss, lifting the submarine threat, and aligning with Wilson's audacious guidance.
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Admiralty
Governent
Alwys
United States
Daniels
Admiral Sims
America
Mr. Daniels
General Bliss
Sims
Benson
Mayo
Navy
France
North Sea
Wilson
Observance of Decoration Day Ordered by Gen Logan
Gen Logan orders May 30 as Decoration Day for grave decoration of soldiers. The third annual observance is expected to be celebrated by the Post. The Farmer notes a quiet prom concert by South Penn Hose Co. No. 3 in Philadelphia. Grand Union depot foundations laid in New York. Bishop McFarland’s health weak. may miss Rome council. Stratford John Bruce, 80, dies suddenly. once notable political figure and local news carrier.
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Grand Army of ‘the Republic
South Penn Hose Co
Philadelphia
Hose Co
Grand Union Passengger
42Nd Street
Fourth Avenue
New York
McFarland
Rome
Stratford
John Bruce
Louis heels collection offers varied styles and sizes
The advertisement promotes Louis heels in multiple sizes across styles, noting imperfections like lining breaks or sole discoloration. It emphasizes handmade turned soles, hand sewing, and states no exchanges, refunds, or telephone orders.
Wonderful Petticoats in a Wide Color Range
Petticoats feature taffeta craftsmanship in crimson blue gold gray emerald green taupe dark blue and black with two flouncing styles. The lateen model comes in black with old blue accents. Priced at $2.00, these skirts suit daily wear with dark summer dresses.
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