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Bridgeport Times

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

May 21, 1920

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Villa Rebel Leader Won't Support Obregon in Mexico

The Associated Press reports Francisco Villa refuses to back General Alvaro Obregon for president and will keep fighting until his ideals of government are met. Emissaries failed to win recognition of Villa’s claims, while Carranza evades capture and refugees from the conflict reach Havana and Puebla.

Associated Press Mexico Carranza Francisco Villa Alvero Obregon Villa P. Elias Calles Gulf Coast Vera Cruz

No Man Has 100 Delegates in Democratic Race

A Chicago canvass ahead of the Democratic convention shows no candidate with 100 pledged delegates. 57 uninstructed delegates remain. Palmer leads among instructed delegates with a lean from Pennsylvania, Cox close behind from Ohio, with Ohio and Kentucky solid delegations. Georgia Palmer supporters form a separate slate, and Oregon Democrats vote today for ten delegates. In New York price cutting moves hit wholesalers as department stores demand 15 to 50 percent reductions and refuse future stock purchases until prices fall.

Chicago Thoescanisdates A. Mitchell Palmer Pennsylvania James M. Cox Ohio Kentucky Stons Edwards New Jersey Carter H. Glass Virginia Robert L. Owen Oklahoma James W. Gerard New York Germany South Dakota Georgia Friends Palmer Hoke Smith Thomas

General Federation of Labor calls off strikes in support of railwaymen

Paris May 21 The General Federation of Labor votes 96 to 12 to resume work tomorrow after ordering strikes over the railwaymen walkout. Twelve National Council members were absent and fifteen abstained as the motion passed. The group argues government railroad reorganizers justified the strike for nationalization. The article notes widespread demand for nationalization. A jitneyman Juje Bodnar of 118 Auburn street is fined $25 for violating the automobile law by passing a standing trolley car. arrested by Officer A F Salmon.

Paris General Federation of Labor National Council of the Federation Chamber of Deputies Jujue Bodnar Auburn Street Bodnard A. F. Salmon

Hold Girl on Serious Charge

Margaret De Fago of New York City is held by police after a fur coat theft from John Kenny at 227 Colorado Avenue. She faces a breach of peace investigation while living with William Nichols of 38 Walter Street. the couple reportedly has a marriage license not yet performed. Both are detained as investigations continue.

John Kenny Colorado Avenue Margaret DeFago New York City William Nichols Walter Street Nichols

Warrant challenged in bigamy arrest of New Haven maker

The appellate division of the supreme court refused to set aside a warrant on which Virginus St Julian Mayo, a wealthy New Haven manufacturer, was arrested March 2, 1919, for bigamy after his marriage to Wilhelmina Meyer in Kings county. Mayo's attorney contended the arrest was illegal as it occurred in a county other than where the offense was alleged. New Haven reports clearing tonight with fair conditions.

New York Appellate Division Supreme Court Virginus St. Julian Mayo New Haven Wilhelmina Meyer Kings County Maro

Judge Comley Leaves 2 Million in Will

Judge Comley of Brooklyn files a will leaving an estate of about 2 million dollars. Bequests include Wesleyan University with 100 thousand dollars and other legacies to New Haven and Bridgeport institutions and individuals. The Armstrong firm, once a major West India trader, was noted among the deceased’s connections.

Bridgeport Bridgeport Hospital Lee Grannis Wallingford John LeGrans W. H. Comley, Jr

Jitney Driver Shot In Robbery On Torrington Road

Two young men hired Donato Di Giovanni to drive from Torrington to Winsted. Midway one pulled a revolver and shot Di Giovanni in the neck after demanding the stop. They fled toward Winsted with about $6 in change. Di Giovanni hospitalized in fair condition.

Torrington Torrington-Winsted Donato di Giovanni Winsted di Giovanni DiGiovanni

All in Day's Work Canfield Speaks on Malicious Prosecution

Charles S. Canfield, defendant in the malicious prosecution case brought by Henry Greenstein, confirms papers were served and says a public duty requires fearless discharge and acceptance of incidental burdens. He adds the latest development is all in a day's work and the end is not yet.

Charles S. Canfield Henry Greenstein Greenstein Canfield

Yale Senior Societies Announce Elections

New Haven Conn May 21 selections to Yale senior societies were announced at the university along with elections to other bodies. Berzellus of Sheff took R M Adams Woodmont and Sidnney Hart New Britain from Connecticut Phi Beta Kappa elected Morris Gottlieb South Norwalk Edward Arnold May New Britain Milton Nachamof sky of Hartford and 8 C Nangle of Rockville.

New Haven Conn Yale Berzellus Sheff R. M. Adams Woodmont Sidnney Hart New Britain Connecticut Phi Beta Kappa Morris Gottlieb South Norwalk Edward Arnold May Milton Nachamofsky Hartford 8. C. Nangle Rockville

Persia Appeals to League for Protection Against Bolshevik Aggression

London May 21 Persia has appealed to the League of Nations to protect her against Bolshevik aggression following Bolshevik forces landing on Persian soil from the Caspian Sea. The Persian foreign minister in Paris notes ships at Enzeli harbor belonging to anti Bolshevik forces formerly led by General Denikin and asserts Persia acted within neutral rights. She states she would not permit those ships into the harbor until assured she could safely disarm and intern them.

London League of Nations Caspian Sea Paris Enzeli Deni- Kine Persia

Shakeup Expected Around June 1 in Police Department

Circles report a planned overhaul in the police department by June 1 pending the Redgate case outcome. If Redgate resigns after reinstatement, widespread promotions and changes are anticipated. if not, few moves are expected and several vacancies must be filled. Rumors also mention possible retirements of senior officials to clear paths for younger officers.

Wilson Redgate

Lake Torpedo Boat to Launch Largest Submarine Tomorrow

The Lake Torpedo Boat Co will launch another submarine tomorrow at 3 oclock. It is among the largest undersea crafts the Lake company has built. Mrs. R Thomas will christen the craft as she leaves the ways. Commander Thomas of the United States Navy will supervise the launch.

The Lake Torpedo Boat Co Lake Company R. Thomas Commander Thomas United States Navy

Fog and Rain Delay New Haven Yacht Trials

Thick fog over Long Island Sound and heavy rain prevented the Resolute and Valiant from a trial spin. The committee hoped for a 1 p.m. sail but the outlook remained poor, with no race expected today.

New Haven Conn Loms Island Sound Resolute Vaniile nWe

Investigation 10 Start Monday in preconvention spending probe

Washington May 1 The Senate ordered investigations into pre-convention campaign expenditures and pledges of Republican and Democrat presidential candidates. A sub-committee was appointed to conduct open hearings starting Monday May 24 with dispatch. Jacob Bernstein sues Mutual Construction Co for 420 dollars in Common Pleas Court.

Washington Senate Senate Privietes and Elections Teamtm Court of Common Pleas Jacob Bernstein The Mutual Construction Co Colorado Avenue

Police chase new clue in Stanislaw Sekincevich murder

Detective Sergeant George Simon and State Police Sergeant Frank Virelli pursued a new clue in the Stanislaw Sekincevich murder case. A potentially helpful woman, described as an out of town resident, has been located and may aid arrests expected soon. The inquest noted possible motive tied to money by last Friday night’s victim and earlier threats involving Joseph Miskofski.

George Simon Frank Virelli Stanislaw Sekincevich Sckineavich Joseph Miskofski Crane Miskofski Sekincevich

Interstate Commerce Commission approves 125 million loan for railroad equipment

The ICC in Washington on May 21 approved a loan of at least 125 million dollars from the 300 million revolving fund to help railroads buy equipment to meet public transportation needs. It calls for carriers to finance about 75 percent of the remaining cost, with other fund allocations for reserves, additions, and car upgrades.

Washington Interstate Commerce Commission National Association Owners of Railroad Securi New York J. J. Mantell Railway General Managers’ Association Mantell

Alleged Battle Between Vice Squad Member and Patrolman

Police in an uproar over a reported fifth clash between a prominent vice squad member and a patrolman. The altercation began when the vice squad officer allegedly insulted the patrolman, who then struck first. The fight ended when another vice squad member intervened as officers denied knowledge.

Azor Champ Coral

Revocation of Middletown Legion Post Charter

Middletown May 2 officers of Middletown Post of the American Legion await approval by the National Headquarters after Connecticut state headquarters revoked its charter. The post has not acted and the dispute centers on dues and expenditures. correspondence has driven the controversy.

Middletown Middletown Post American Legion Natorial Connecticut Middletown Legion

Assault arrest after street fight near Pem broke and Ogden

John Stefano of 37 Union Avenue was arrested on a charge of assaulting John Korough of 68 Church Street following a fight on the corner of Pem broke and Ogden streets last night. Stefano allegedly struck Korough on the forehead, causing a cut needing hospital treatment. The case will be heard in the county court tomorrow morning.

Pembroke Ogden Streets John Stefano Union Avenue John Korough Church Street Stefano Fonrermency Hospital Snorrow

Public Charities Department Submits Annual Report

The annual report to Mayor Wilson shows total expenditures of 284 796 21 with major items including outdoor relief 29 984 15 stable and farm expenses 39 896 72 salaries Hillside Home 20 427 78 Hillside specials 25 349 31 and clothing and provisions 33 137 76 A census for mind and deaf residents was taken and overhauls at State Hospital for the Insane and State Training School led to savings of 2308 The Legal Aid department excelled and Gut Door Poor Division reforms added two tuberculosis investigator nurses and a tested State Aid plan for widows with dependent children was piloted.

Department of Public Charities Wilson Hillside Home State Hospital For the State Training School For Legal Gut Door Poor Division

Committee Says Navy Probe Overstepped Its Powers

Washington 21 Secretary Daniels accused the Senate sub committee investigating Admiral Sims of exceeding its powers by delving beyond the original matter of naval war decorations. Daniels told Chairman Hale the panel allowed Sims to present broad charges and required him to produce his critical letter. Daniels cross examined Hale after a preliminary statement saying Sims criticisms were impersonal and aimed at responsible heads.

Washington Daniels Senate Sims Navy Department Hale Department Admiral Sims Navy Mr. Hale

Madrid under martial law amid strike disturbances

Madrid proclaims martial law after rioting and looting of baker and grocer shops and attacks on homes. Interior minister calls the unrest syndicalist, led by socialists seeking mass support, with revolutionary tendencies noted across Spain.

Madrid A. P Inber Spain

Date Set for Plebiscites in Allenstein and Marienwerder

Paris May 21 The council of ambassadors fixed the date for plebiscites in Allenstein and Marienwerder to determine Poland's borders with East and West Prussia. The date will not be public until measures for organizing control of the plebiscite and the allied forces' deployment are reviewed with Marshal Foch. The ambassadors may also consider Hungary's peace treaty decision and the signing arrangements.

Paris Council of Ambassadors Adhe Allenstein Marienwerder Poland West Prussia Marshal Foch Hungary M. Prasnow

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