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Newspaper
Bridgeport Times
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Sep 01, 1920
Page
6
A partial note indicates a nominee backed by Sheriff Simeon seeks the position of Secretary of State. The fragment hints at party backing and political maneuvering amid uncertain details.
Details of the demolition of Heligoland fortifications reveal an island packed with subterranean chambers for troops hospitals and stores. German estimates set three years to dismantle while high explosives and special apparatus slow progress. Cutting armor with a new oxyhydrogen method shaves weapons into sections as debris will fetch a large sum despite transport costs.
A Tow boat carrying five people capsized in a squall off Charles Island. One woman from Pittsfeld Mass died, her mother Mary Tansey and sister Susan Linsey survived alongside Joseph Downing and companion Hine. Warren Willard helped bring all to shore. Florence Linsey died.
Police records show two automobiles and two houses entered in Fridgeport yesterday. A two ton truck owned by Edward Butler of Fairfield was stolen from Broad street. A runabout owned by J. B. Ellis of New York was taken from its parking place on Middle street. John C. Kim’s home at 580 Lafayette street was entered and $150 in Liberty bonds plus a $50 Polish bond were stolen. Ben Patel of Inland Brook avenue reported $45 stolen from a bureau drawer.
New York reports that the president and vice president of the American Ide and Leather company have urged directors to drop a plan to pay bonuses amounting to a share of earnings after profits reach 1.6 million annually. The withdrawal is expected at the stockholders meeting in Dorsey City, prompted by lower earnings and a large backlog of $14,130,000 in back dividends on 7 percent preferred stock.
Winsted Connecticut September 1 Philo and Piio Cleveland brothers claimed as the state’s oldest gardeners marked a birthday yesterday while tending their gardens. Mio the Plymouth resident reportedly has the town’s best looking garden with neighbors noting the cheerful scene. Philo, who lives in Fisteville, had married just three years ago.
Stratford prepares for first post summer opening with a full teaching slate across all classes due to recent salary raises. Nearly 2,200 pupils will start with many on part time as classes balance 69 students per room in some sites. The district lists assigned teachers for each school and notes ongoing space and staffing challenges.
New York police arrested Lonte Clarke yesterday and believe they have captured the driver in the Portiang National Bank robbery of August 21. The car was taken August 20 from Benjamin Waldman of 100 West 26th Street. Clarke is charged with car theft. Waldman denies permission. One suspect is held for Connecticut state police.
Solomon Hirschberg of Chicago kept 5820 dollars worth of liquor at his Lakota hotel apartment before leaving on vacation. He trusted Albert Kerschmeier who took the bottles away in two cars and later failed to return them. A court hearing followed as a warrant was issued for Albert who claims the liquor was lost.
A local retailer announces an introductory sale on house dresses from the manufacturer. The dresses feature up to date styles patterns and quality with prices designed to fit most purses. Customers are invited to visit and view the collection.
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