Ice prices drop and rise across cities prompt Bridgeport loss
Beginning today ice dealers in Bridgeport charge 80 cents per hundred pounds with a 45 cent limit in Willimantic under a municipal plant contract. Nationwide, prices vary: Cincinnati 35 cents, Rochester 50, Baltimore 50, and several others report lower or higher rates as firms adjust supply costs and delivery methods.
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Severe Earthquake Shakes Capitals and Universities
An intense earthquake was recorded early today by Georgetown University Seismological Observatory and St Louis University Seismograph. Distinct shocks occurred from about 1:00 am to 5:20 am, with the quake centered roughly 3,400 miles west of St Louis and between 4,000 and 4,100 miles from Washington.
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Shantung Peninsula Transfer to Japan Reported
Paris April reports that talks among the Confrel of Three and Japanese delegates conclude with transfer of the Shantung peninsula and Ning Chau to Japan without reserve, with the land to be returned to China after certain arrangements.
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Hungarian Reds Retire Before the Roumanians
A distorted Budapest sourced notice reports Hungarian Reds retreating before Roumanians near Basle. The vague text mentions Ape Vinngariar Commune and Karczay movement toward Budapa, with an official statement from Budapest and references to fans, river satleys, and eastward movement near Viat city.
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Unclear War Office Message Released After Night, April Dispatch
A disjointed wartime telegram notes press bureau restrictions and defense measures. The ciphered note mentions prewar standards and the Defense of the Realm Act, with references to timing and censorship.
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League of Nations plans outlined at luncheon in Paris
A luncheon hosted by Colonel E M House in Paris outlined five stages for the League of Nations. The steps include a London headquarters in summer, a visit to the League by Woodrow Wilson in October, and the permanent establishment of the League in Geneva in the fall or winter.
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Sodas and Sundaes Jump Prices Nationwide Tax Boost
A new nationwide revenue tax adds one cent to five and ten cent sodas and two cents to fifteen cent drinks. One dealer in the city raised a sundae to twenty cents last night, skipping the tax wait.
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Four Injured as Chaser Cuts Launch in Two
Four people injured when submarine chaser No 417 collided with a launch of the U S Wyoming opposite 93rd Street on the North River. Three women and a man were hurt and four others narrowly escaped drowning before ships Wyoming Pennsyl vania York and submarine chasers rescued the passengers. Among the injured were Philip Davis and Mary Davis of Scranton Pennsylvania.
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New York Woman Dies in Waterbury Automobile Crash
A New York woman, April Whitkin, dies in an automobile crash on the Waterbury side of Soutumgion Mountain. John Whitkin of New Britain, a car diver, and his two children are identified among the occupants. Beatrice Naplin, another person, survived with injuries.
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Body of Woman Found Near New Canaan
The partly clothed young woman, about 23, was found dead in woods west of New Canaan by Frank Vance and George Mey. An autopsy will determine cause of death as police investigate possible murder and seek the victim’s identity amid scant clues.
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West End Theater Shows Post's Movies Tonight
Bridgeport Post reports exclusive motion pictures featuring the Fighting Yeans of the Yankee Division shown at two area theaters. The Lighting Yanks accompany the regular program, with additional previews and deeper dives into age and service.
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Federal investigators to monitor brewers and beer regulations
Federal authorities will scrutinize brewers and alcohol rules as April actions unfold. The probe focuses on beer legality and enforcement of beverage laws, with implications for producers and markets.
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Postal Telegraph Co Aims to Regain Land Lines Wires
Postal Telegraph Co requests restoration of land telephone wires citing official rules and formal procedure. The item notes a postmaster and regulatory terms in a brief notice about telegraph and line service restoration.
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GONFEREES HOPE TO BRING ITALY INTO LINE AGAIN
Paris April 30 The Associated Press reports a slight rift in Anglo American clout raising hope of clearing hurdles in the peace conference Over tangle over a resumption of relations Berlin Rome and Paris expectations rise that President Wilson may press flexible terms to restore Italy to its former status at the conference Work proceeds toward signing the peace treaty with a memorandum Wilson sent to Premier Orlando on April 11 released by the Premier later.
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Local woman returns found brooch valued at seven hundred dollars
Alis Jaculus of 1800 Park Avenue reported finding a $700 brooch and returning it to its owner. Edward Defoe of 444 Main Street identified the finder and confirmed the recovery as camera footage verified the return of the property to the rightful owner.
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America Extends Italy Credit Amid Global Tensions
The Treasury authorizes another 59 million dollar loan to Italy amid ongoing financial strain. The action follows an earlier extension aiding Italian borrowers, with officials signaling continued support from the United States despite economic uncertainties.
Bomb parcels threaten prominent figures in New York
Sixteen bombs in parcel post packages addressed to prominent men were found in the New York general post office. Investigators believe a nationwide terrorist plot timed for May Day sought to strike officials in immigration and justice, with authorities scouring for radicals and anarchists across cities.
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PHONE RATES TO RISE FOR LOCAL CALLS TODAY
John Stone MW of New Haven, Southern New England Telephone official, announced rate increases effective today. Local calls in public places will cost five cents with new monthly rates for residential and business plans, while hotels and restaurants see adjustments.
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Trans-Atlantic Flyers Again Postpone Jump Off
St Torn April 30. By announcing intention to delay the trans Atlantic attempt two rival aviators Larry Tawker and Cap Flynnban abandoned the flight today after favorable weather reports and a noon decision to postpone the jump.
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Bomb Terrorists Fail to Kill Foes in Parcel Device
A damaged report describes a bomb device with a wooden exterior tube, a small vial of black chemical, fulminate mercury caps, and a dynamite charge. Triggered by opening, the device could explode a large quantity of explosive, with a white two inch by seven inch box noted among the pieces.
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Doctor Brings Reilly Good News From Poland
A doctor reports hopeful news from Warsaw about Mrs Reilly with letters arriving after two years of trying to contact his wife. The message notes Mrs Reilly and her family living in Meriden area, and mentions Dr Smykowski delivering the update.
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Colors of Connecticut Troops Are Placed in State Capitol
At the Connecticut State Capitol, color guards placed three unis made up of Connecticut men on the lawn beside the south steps. Regimental colors from U.S., Infantree, and National Guard units were mounted, with flags including a state standard and a banner from the 102d division, reflecting the cadre of first and second Connecticut National Guard regiments.
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