Rail Head Raps Agreement Cost Huge Loss in Waste
April 4. W G Res president of the Central Railroad of New Jersey testifying before the Railroad Labor board said the National AET interpretations made them undesirable and cost Americans 300,000,000 annually in waste and inefficiency. He supported a living wage and urged wage and rate reductions as purchasing power shifts. He favored expansion for employees and opposed discrimination between employers over union ties. Kesler continues tomorrow and Frank McManamy may appear Wednesday. The locomotive strain centers on starting under load, aided by a booster auxiliary engine.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Central Railroad of
New Jersey
Railroad Labor Board
Frank P. Walsh
Lasier
Besier
Kesler
Frank McManamy
Federal Administration
Weather forecast for East New York and South New England
The area from East New York to South New England expects fair conditions and mild temperatures on Tuesday and Wednesday. High pressure dominates the eastern states while a broad disturbance influences the Colorado region. Northeast winds remain light near the coast with fresh south to southwest winds offshore.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
South New England
Mita
South Pacific
Colorado
Mississippi River
Sandy Hook
Hatteras
Mayor Wary as New Bills Come in Bridgeport
City council debates deficit appropriations and the jitney regulation, with Alderman McCormith proposing an investigation of the Chamber of Commerce. The council approves Mrs Sarah Kane's health payroll for six years, and Lincoln School students attend the meeting seeking aldermanic exposure amidst routine finance reports.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Arderivan Lyons
Ardermvan
McCormith
Chamber of Commmerce
City of
Bridgepor
Chamber of Commerce
Tay
Bridgepark
Public Utilities Commission
Kane
Duy
Common Council
Sarah, Kane
Health Department
Thomas Kane
Heart
Hhe City
Lincoln School
Aldermaniz Ses
Beebe Was Sober and Mrs McKay Speaks On Accident
Mrs McKay says Beebe was sober and describes seeing an unlit automobile beside a trolley crossing the bridge. Coroner Phelan and Attorney Shannon conducted cautious inquiries as nurses fear disturbing Mrs McKay may hinder her recounting. The inquest testimony by Beetle is cited and a formal finding will be issued in coming days.
Daisy Desserts For Little Cost From Marsh Creme
Local women share simple Snowlake Marsh Creme recipes to make dainty desserts for a few cents. Crème touted as versatile for sauces, fruit, cakes, frosting, and puddings, with a postwar price of 15 to 30 cents a can. Demonstrations planned at Bridgeport Public Market all week.
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Uae
Curtis
Snowlake
Bridgeport
Bridgeport King Charles Saga Sparks Hungary Debate
Bridgeport readers learn of a chaos filled report on King Charles and Hungary. Premier Telekt discusses not exposing the king to Bolshevik or Austrian dangers while in Hungary. Apponyi and supporters press for a safe return to Switzerland as for a restored throne.
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Meh
Elehjen
Fouche
D'Ataires
Telekt
Charles 2
Austria
Hungary
Cyeh
Switzerland
Charles
Mare
Tre
Big Four and Railroad Holders Meet Amid Crisis
The Big Four and railroad securities holders held a conference to discuss the crisis facing railroads. They said the talks did not cover wages or working conditions, but stressed that adjustments require comprehensive methods to improve economy in management and operations. Stakeholders noted 50 million in securities mature this year while railroads struggle to cover fixed charges. William Johnston urged government control as the only ultimate solution, though some plan could temporarily avert the crisis. Representatives from unions and insurance and savings institutions attended, indicating broad interest in a coordinated plan.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Willian Johnston
International Association of Machinists
Dir
Johnston
Warfeld
Warfield
Continental Trust Company
Baltimore
George 3. Brock
Boston
National Association of Mutual Savings Bank
Samuel WH. Beach
Rome
Ouis I. Butler
Mmigrant Industrial Savings Bank
New York Savings Banky
New York
Stone
Garter
Lacoye Siremen Cense
Liew
Rail
Campaign Luncheon Highlights City Fund Drive
A late 19th century style city campaign reports strong luncheon support and generous subscriptions. Divisions tally modest differences in totals as teams compete for leadership, with Chief Laniel C. Johnson and Chaired by Norman Heeden noted among organizers. Subscriptions from Sumner Simpson and Warner Brothers indicate broad business and civic backing for the drive.
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Sumner Simpson
Lucien T
Warner Brothers
Warner
W. Harral
George Kamen
Tear
J. Z. Rein
Mra
Wr. McGovern
Cave Vf
COOP
Coop. Williams, Cy Leonard Ashen, Capt.®. Wak, Boekinmam
Ty Eh Callen
Pole Wheelon Feewin
William Steinke
H. W. Walker
Eam Vt
Penna Sle
Cappain
FAM
Poin
Oltl Pew Higher
Ei Sbs
Peon
Bea
Trrelagsetaiy Wwyision
Arven Fattories
Tixcontive Committee
Norman Heeden
Patner
John HW. Landry
Surerer Simpson
Singe
Wis
Lucien
Warger Brothers
Dever H. Warner
German Peace Hangs on Pact
Fragmented report notes ongoing U S discussions with Congress and Allied envoys over a potential separate peace with Germany. President Harding’s plans and Allied leverage shape diplomat moves as Viviani’s visit prompts talk of declarations and cooperative arrangements.
England Faces Industrial Crisis in Triple Alliance Talks
England debates a looming general strike as the triple alliance of miners railway workers and transport crews wrestle with government wage and control policies. Liberal moderates push to rescind the De Cantrel bill and extend control to May, hoping for wage talks and miner education. Government figures fear a prolonged subsidy battle and possible political shifts hinging on Wednesday’s decision.
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Triple Alliance
Damge
Alfred Bisland
Coallion
John Robert C]ynes
Arthur Hedderson
Robert S. Horne
Sire Gun
T. J. MacNamara
Pariamenters
Gmrty Ul
Bahiuieco
Generi
Amialiw
Obituary notices for Pitz Rey and Branly families
Obituary notices report Donald G. Pitz Rey of 65 Noble Avenue died yesterday. survivors include wife Lela and daughter Mrs. William Fr. Trad eripis. Funeral set 2:38 pm tomorrow from home with Rev. Benjamin Root. burial in La gemetery. Also listed is John Branly of Fairfield with services at Yale home and St Thomas Church, burial in St. Thames Cemetery. Lucy A. Mullen wife of Arthur J. Lentigh dies Saturday. funeral 9:30 am from Curtis Avenue home to St Mary’s Church with high mass, burial in Michael’s Cemetery.
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Donald G. Pitz Rey
Donald G. Whlattoy
Noble Avenue
Bealles
Lela
Willian Fr. Traderipis
Whe Brather
Robert PrizRay
Charles i. Rose
Stamford
Hy Hughes
Greenutchia
Armstrong Manufacturing Company
Samusi Tfarris Lodge
Barris Guards
Nils Lale
Benjamin . Root
Jonny Branly
John
Branly
Lala John
Catherine Brady
Sesents Hospital
Yelouk
Wairfield
St. Thomas Chureh
Pairfield
Pirin
St. Thames’ Cemetery
Tuey
A.M. Lenigh
Lucy A. Mullen
Wits
Arthur J. Lentigh
Wilock
Lnte
Liame
Curtis Avenues
Cotton trade notes across regions
The report notes prices for cotton varieties with figures: American phase around 500 pounds, Egyptian about 7 pounds, and West African fiber similar in range. The details point to an international market context and currency framing of raw fiber values.
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New Jersey’ Central
Middlebrook, Almanac
New Haven
Weather Bureau
Tom
Wea
Athanta
vAtlantic City
Block Island
Buffalo
Hartford
Tatters
Zacksonville
Kansas City
Mantucket
Hew Oriesns
Lea
Beebe
Mrs. McKay
St. Martin’s Church
Trafalgar Square
G. W. Fairchild & Sons, Inc
Dain St
Arcade
Conn
Lisi
Community Chest
Mes
Elmer Havens
Atta
Dans Geonge
Jack Dempsey
Persoa
Csi
Flanagay
Atrotheus
Neesy
Bucking
Hana
R. R
Tage One
Woster
Eames
Hain the Bald
Dames Ehirpad
sOlAte
Himneys Pov Judec
Dudge Wooster
Tames
Firey Department
Thea Koster
Laniel C. Johnson
Eamesac
Chick Parick
JF Maniagon
Bluecoats
Theo
Fire Boys
Total Wa
Abrs
Gliner Havens
Tatal HW. Walker
OW. Harral
Crane Co
Bridgeport Hydroatia Co
Burns G& Bassick
A. A. Chal
Fee
Bridgeport Gas Light Company
Acme Shear Company
A. W. Burritt Company
W. Bassick
Ahvo
Gilbert W. Goodridge
Harry Walker
He Geeage
W. Wheeler
Warne
D. Patrchild Wheeler
Sigmund
Sanforila Cook
Sire
Frank EB. Bailard
D. Pierce
Siemon Hard
Percy Anderson
Henry Blauget
W. Ainecks
William Horace Day
William P. Kirk
WW. Cesswell
A. A. Law
Homeloa
T. Damiott
Mr and
Ors
HL. Bishop
Mesximilian Stein
Toruce B&b. Merwin
Heong
Germany
Cising
Joan
Mr. Harding
Clale
Alorsnate
Senair Knox
Judge
Senate
Watson
Indiana
Briindeane
Connecticut
Legiatus
Viviani
England
Rample Lach Frseby Mall
Orkinare Lad
Aratzcian
Dept
Malden
Mace” Soldevers
Tiga, Sonne
Siple
Fou
W. K. Mollan
Main Street
American Hardware Stores
Fairfield Avenue
Middlest
Hardware
Criterion Mfg
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