Bridgeport Rally Attacks Mayor Over Grand Street Bridge Fiasco
Governor Holcomb urges voters to elect officials who will govern economically in Bridgeport. Alderman Cornell exposes Mayor Wilson on the Grand Street bridge affair, asserting city funds were spent recklessly. Allen Vincent campaigns for mayor, pledging a businesslike administration and a five-man city management team.
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President veto stalls dry enforcement amendment
The president vetoed the Prohibition Enforcement bill which sparks celebrations in Bridgeport. Revelers marked a wartime liberty return as saloons in the oil region faced potential closures on January 16. the bill must still pass the Senate, with vetoed provisions tied to wartime measures.
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Vincent Endorsed At Public Gatherings Amid City Campaign
Public gatherings and theatre audiences reflect rising support for Allen E. Vincent in the city race. Republicans face backlash as voters distance from the administration, citing totalling debt about 12 million dollars and poor public improvements. Screens show Vincent’s image while Wilson’s plays earlier. party leaders scramble to respond as longtime GOP voters shift. In New York, 68 bottles of sake were seized from the Kerlew’s crew, marking a smuggling case at the port.
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Wilson Continues To Improve And Transact Business
Washington report states President Wilson’s condition improved and he was permitted to transact some executive business. Rear Admiral Grayson approved, while Tumulty prepared pardons awaiting action. A midday bulletin noted continued satisfactory progress at the White House.
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Black Rock Schools Face Overcrowding and Funds Gap
The Black Rock area faces a schooling crisis with 22,000 district students. Officials warn 5,000 pupils receive partial instruction as seventeen schools run half days. A $1,000,000 plan is proposed to add rooms and a new high school, plus boundary changes to ease congestion in Bridgeport.
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Federal officer takes Travis to Atlanta for sentence
William Travis, formerly cashier of Stamford National Bank and treasurer of Stamford, was escorted by a federal officer to Atlanta to begin a 14 month embezzlement sentence.
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Coal Strike Threat Prompts Troop Readiness
Springfield Illinois announces John J. Lewis will lead 400000 bituminous miners if strikes start Friday midnight. Senator Thomas introduces a bill authorizing federal troops to operate critical mines and railroads under a labor disruption. Government remains firm on Wilson’s November 1 strike ultimatum as emergency plans proceed.
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Wilson Veto Triggers Fast Repass on Prohibition Bill
President Wilson vetoed the wartime prohibition enforcement bill, prompting the House to re-pass it within three hours by 176 to 55. Senate leaders plan to re-pass as early as tomorrow, aiming for action by Wednesday. The veto stated that wartime prohibition objectives were satisfied and urged repeal.
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President Wilson veto brightens New York brewers
New York cafe owners and brewers cheered Wilson's veto of wartime prohibition enforcement. They plan to continue business with strict legal adherence, allowing wine and beer while withholding spirits. Senator J. Senaeter, president of the New York State Brewers' Association, said brewers would pursue a judicial test of the act's constitutionality.
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Japan approves treaty in Privy Council action
Tokyo Oct. 27 Japanese privy council today approved the German peace treaty, marking a formal step in the postwar settlement. The announcement follows swift governmental procedures and reflects ongoing diplomacy.
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Leak Found in Silent Ring Tied to Binkowitz Murder
Investigators traced a ring of suspects after Benjamin Binkowitz, a young messenger who vanished from Richard Whitney and company offices with 178000 dollars in Liberty bonds in August, was later found dead near the Milford turnpike. Detectives Mayer and Brown pursued further leads in New York as the coroner, with ADA Unger, pressed for more details at the Criminal Vicin(i)cs building.
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War Time Prohibition Ruling And Bond Case Dominate Report
Federal judge grants a temporary injunction blocking enforcement of wartime prohibition on whiskey shipments as a challenge to the 18th amendment proceeds. Violent crime notes include the murder case involving Binko witz gang and the arrest of Pandololfi and Sto to in New York with bonds and extradition discussions. Investigators describe alleged gang plans to move bonds worth millions and internal conflicts within the group.
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Two Leave Town About Same Time Sparking Speculation
In Mitford Oct 27 special report details the simultaneous disappearance Saturday of Mrs A M Botsford 45 wife of former Fire Commissioner Botsford and Charles J Harper 82 a bus driver from 189 East Broadway. A warrant for Harper’s arrest for desertion was sworn by Harper’s wife who reports leaving without food or money and a daughter to care for. Detained Saturday morning Harper left home at 7 48 to Bridgeport to sell his car and return at 11 with food and clothes. Botsford left at 8 20 saying she would go to Bridgeport but return before noon. She reportedly withdrew 290 from Mitford Trust Co took 1500 Liberty bonds 190 in gold certificates 145 in gold coins 100 in silver and other small sums totaling about 8000. Botsford reportedly took money and assets from a safe with no action planned by him.
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