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Newspaper

Bridgeport Times

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Oct 26, 1920

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Holcomb Clergyman Feud Over League of Nations Remarks

Public exchange unfolds between Governor Holcomb and Rev. Kenneth Kingston after Holcomb labeled League supporters traitors at a Southington rally on Oct. 14. Kingston counters with critiques of patriotism and references to Washington, while Holcomb defends his stance and reaffirms the dispute should end.

Holcomb Kenneth Kingston Southington Frandeger Blodgett Pludgeon Blodgetts Kingston Gov. Holcomb League William 3 H. Thompson Chicago Gov Holcomb George Washingston Washington Dolley

Women confront stingy voters in Republican fund drive

Democratic politicians and lawyers in the city are intrigued by Republican canvassers led by Mia MacDonald who seek campaign funds. The women report Democrats on their lists refuse all contributions, deeming the effort improper. MacDonald discusses the issue with Frank Ballard after discovering funds prepared for last year’s Vincent mayoral campaign.

Mia MacDonald Republican State Committee Sin l The Met Hadeen Vincent

Vacation spots offered to Senator Harding in campaign drive

Marion Ohio headlines report volunteers and supporters suggesting vacation getaways for Senator Harding as election day approaches. Several winter resorts have offered hosting him and private homes are available for rental after the campaign.

Marion Harding

New Ambassador Named by Rome

Rome reports Senator Rolandi Ricet is slated to be appointed ambassador in Washington, according to Popolo Romano Sotey.

Rome Rolandi Ricet Popolo Romano Sotey Mekan Washington

Mac Swiney Mass At St Charles Church

A solemn requiem will be said by Rev Father Gloster at St Charles Church on Wednesday morning November 3 at 7 30 for the repose of the soul of Terence Patrick MacSwiney the hunger striking Lord Mayor of Cork who died in Ireland early yesterday morning

Father Gloster St. Charles Church Once MacSwiney Cork Ireland

May Ask Courts to Stop East Washington Bridge Work

Proposals to halt contracts for a new East Washington avenue bridge face injunction proceedings. A $125,000 appropriation exists with $80,000 spent on steel and $45,000 remaining. Costs to complete are estimated near $800,000 while city finances are cited as insufficient. A protest by Frank Miller Lumber Co. was filed at the aldermanic meeting and a prominent men’s meeting is planned to discuss action.

East Washington Avenue Frank Miller Lumber Company

Police Parade Saturday to Feature Bridgeport Officers

The Bridgeport Police Department will parade Saturday at 1 20 PM. Superintendent Flanagan and Police Commissioner President John C Stamey announce the annual inspection and march through city streets ending at headquarters. Mayor Wilson and officials will review from the City Hall green. Firefighters will not parade this year.

Park City Bridgeport Flanagan Police Department Fairfield Avenue Main Street Main State Street Thomas Flood John A. Leonard Fire Department J

May dynamite scene of fires at Boston and Noble

Fire alarms twice in weeks attend a morning blaze at the dump on Boston and Noble avenues at 2084 o clock with no nearby structures damaged. Officials report the dump is buried and dynamite may be considered to clear it. Separate dispatch from Washington notes two American citizens killed in Tampico oil fields.

Boston and Noble Avenues Washington Tampico State Department

Whiskey Links Seen to New Britain Murder Case

The body of Enio Rinaldino, 26, of New Britain, was found shot in a Hudson on a desolate road near Reservoir No 4. A revolver with exploded chambers and a knotted handkerchief suggest foul play tied to alleged whiskey ring connections. A second liquor case victim, Albert Nigratti of New Haven, died after a confrontation with an assailant known as Sporty Mike.

Nio Rinaldine New Britain Farmington Rinaldino Hinaldino Erio Enio Hartford Water System Liquor Clique Albert Nigratti New Haven Mike Nigratti Nisratti Grace Hospital

Human Calliope In The City Court

E W Mattegat from Stepney north of the Park City went to Bridgeport for a show at Polis Playhouse. He applauded loudly and whistled, drawing the attention of police who then summoned him to court. The judge reprimanded him and dismissed the case.

E. W. Mattegat Stepney Park City Bridgeport Polis Playhouse Mattegat

Will of Italian Banker Leaves Estate as Trust for Depositors

New Haven October 26 The will of Pasquale Fusco a private Italian banker who died two weeks ago during a parade in this city disposes of an estate valued about 100000 The will makes the entire estate a trust fund to be administered by Fuscos two eldest sons Louis and Imberto for two years to secure the savings of his countrymen who trusted his bank The eight sons and two daughters will share in the trust’s final distribution after two years

New Haven Pasquale Fusco Dean Suseco Louis Imberto Mr. Fusco

Identification Prize Notice Urges Written Claims

A Times notice invites individuals to provide written identification under specific rules. The first person to submit valid ID will receive payment, with details to be brought or mailed to the Times Office. The text emphasizes documented claims and the official process for eligibility.

Times Office

Identifications Narrowed in Caesar Misch Store Case

The Times reports Morris Nussenfeld’s portrait proved a sticker with only one positive ID. J F Keane of 35 Nichols Street was the sole person who could identify the store’s assistant manager after noon today.

Morris Nussenfeld Times J. F. Keane Nichols Street

Big Rally At Shelton School Tonight

A major Democratic rally is planned at Shelton School with speakers including William R. Palmer United States Marshal for the district and Mrs G B Sanford of Redding. Other local candidates and party workers will present campaign issues to a large audience of supporters tonight and across several neighborhood events this week.

Shelton William R. Palmer Oxford United States Marshall Marshall Palmer Camp Aien G. B. Sanford Redding Alderman Hogan Edward J. Tole Lawrence T. Gallagher Harry J. Platt Congress Joseph J. Devine Rank Clancy Harry Silverstone Center Street New Haven Sheri Frank Palmier William Cobianchi Alfred J. Bowen Laurence Gallagher Frank Clanck New York City East Side William B. Wilson Labor Wilson

Rallies Tonight At Sherman Hall And Shelton School

Speakers Don C. Seitz of the New York World and Countess Turcesnowicz headline Evening rallies to explain League of Nations issues. Republicans independents invited. Combined Sixth and Eighth District rally at Shelton School with local candidates.

Sherman Hall Fairtida Post Office Street League of Nations Ty Don C. Seitz New York World Countess Turcesnowicz

Slawson in City Court Traffic Charge

Samuel J. Slawson superintendent of the public schools was arraigned in City Court for violating traffic rules by not keeping to the right on North Main Street. He admitted fault but said he acted to avoid injuring children from a school. Traffic Officer William Booth made the arrest.

Main Street Slawson Buckingham

Mayor Disgusted Over Defeat of Extension Bill

The Broad Street extension bill died in the Board of Aldermen after Mayor Wilson fought in caucus and at the meeting. A tied vote led to a second count showing eight against and seven in favor. The meeting also ordered city autos housed in the new municipal garage and approved street layout changes and compensation settlements related to property appeals and Plaza benefits.

Broad Street Board of Aldermen Wilson Hamilton Orland Street Parker Seeley Seeley Mary Taylor Sussman, Fuer & Co

Trolley Company Sued for 5000 Dollars in Connecticut

Curtis Henry Caulkins, 13, of Port Trumbull beach, sues a Connecticut trolley company in Superior Court for 5000 dollars claiming serious injuries from being struck by a trolley car at Fort Trumbull Beach on August 4. His father, Clarence E. Caulkins, also files a 2500 dollar collateral suit against the company.

Connecticut Company Curtis Henry Caulkins Port Trumbull Beach Clarence E. Caulkins Young Caulkins Fort Trumbull Beach

Property dispute sparks Fairfield suit over will and title

Michael J. Jordan of Bridgeport sues Elizabeth Tierney and William Burr of Fairfield seeking return of a property left by the late Michael Murphy. The case centers on a sale by James Murphy to Tierney, alleged to violate the will. Burr, as administrator, is accused of withholding title pending the dispute. In another matter, William Wolfe, 16, was bound over to the December term of the Criminal Superior Court on charges from a 16 year old.

Fairfield Michael J. Jordan Bridgeport Elizabeth Tierney Wiliam_O. Burr Michael Murphy James Itzabeth Tierney Burr Wolfe William Wolfe Courtland Street Criminal Superior Court

All Ireland in Grip of British Army and Riots

London reports Cork jail hunger striker Joseph Murphy dies 15 hours after Terence MacSwiney. Ireland sees mass armed presence as firing and riots erupt in Cork Thurles and Belfast. British troops patrol city centers while inquest delayed. Sinn Fein to attend MacSwiney funeral in London.

London Sinn Fein Joseph Murphy Cork Terence MacSwiney Ireland Harbor Board MacSwiney Thurles Belfast Brixton Home Office Dail Birmann John MacSwiney Annie Mary Michael Fitzgerald J. Joseph Murphy Dublin MarSwiney Dominic

Queen tribe king in Supreme Court case in Hamden

Romani claimant “King Joe” Kwanno and family members were arrested in Hamden over a year ago for sneak thievery. The trio's bonds were set at 3000 dollars each, with King Joe posting gold and silver. The case was postponed to the next term as New Haven county cases dominate the week. The session opened with Chief Justice Wheeler and Justice Curtis newly serving in their roles. The first trial involved Samuel Gardner suing East Rock Lodge for 1000 dollars over an alleged expulsion.

Supreme Court Joe” Kwanno Connecticut Joe Rosia Katherine Hamden Superior Court New Haven County New Haven George W. Wheeler Bridgeport Howard J. Curtis Stratford Edwin B. Gager Hartford William S. Case West Hartford John T. Beach Stephen Chernisky St. Stephen's Church High New Haven Samuel G. Gardner East Rock Lodge

Protest planned over MacSwiney death in city and plaza

Delegates from Irish societies meet at Emmets Hall 28 Fairfield Avenue to arrange a monster protest for the death of Lord Mayor Terence MacSwiney. A large rally is set for next Sunday afternoon. Tomorrow night on the Plaza the Farmer Labor party holds a protest with Sean Conway among speakers.

Emmet's Hall Fairfield Avenue Terence MacSwiney Farmer-Labor Party

Guests Slide Down Ropes to Safety in Hotel Fire

Portchester October 26 a blaze at the Palace Hotel trapped 28 guests including seven women. Guests escaped by sliding down ropes tied to bed steads causing about 10000 in damage. In a separate City court scene Judge Bartlett suspended payment of costs totaling 10 for Jane Reese of 364 Stratford avenue who theft from William Nelson colored valued at 17.

Portchester Palace Hotel Janes Reese Stratford Avenue William Nelson Bartlett Reese

More Saloon Men Forfeit $50 Bonds

Two more saloon keepers, Leonard Coppozzi and Leslie Bednar, forfeited $50 bonds after missing court appearances in the city case against alleged 18th amendment violations. David Wichinsky’s case was continued to November 4 as authorities investigate counterfeit hooch labeling.

Leonard Coppozzi Lexington Avenue Leslie Bednar Johnson Street Coughlin Harry Green John Halpin Hooch Artiss David Wichinsky Grand Whichinsky Bridgeport

Coroner Finds Fusco Responsible in Stratford Killing

Coroner John J. Phelan rules Joseph Esposito of Waterbury responsible for the murder of his former wife Mrs Mary S Pisc o of Stratford. The Oct 8 shooting took place at the Stratford home in front of the couple’s three children. Esposito fled and remains at large.

Joseph Esposito Waterbury Mary S. Pisco Stratford John J. Phelan Esposito

Weather forecast for New Haven region and state

The forecast calls for generally cloudy and unsettled weather with showers tonight and Wednesday. Winds from the east to south remain fresh, with little temperature change. A western trough of low pressure stretches from Louisiana to lower Michigan, signaling rain east of the Mississippi and reaching the region later today or tonight.

New Haven Connecticut Louisiana Michigan Mississippi River Atlantic

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Friends of League of Nations Mr. Holcomb Mayor Thompson ST. Charles City East Washington Bridge May Dynamite Nussenfeld Shelton School Trolley Company All Ireland FUSCO
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