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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Apr 06, 1921

Page

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Manufacturers Propose Pollution Bill Substitute

Hartford April The Manufacturers association offered a substitute for the Delaney bill creating a five member Pollution of State Waters Commission appointed by the governor with 40000 allotted for expense. The bill would cover individuals industries cities towns and boroughs and allow entry for records and facts to abate pollution with penalties to be set by later legislation.

Hartford Manufacturers Association of Committee On the Judiciary Delaney

Measure to Pat Probate Judges on Salary Pressed

Hartford reports the judiciary committee heard Rep. Dunham of Wethersfield press a bill to place probate judges on salaries. Rep. Hall of Orange noted the New Haven probate court now costs about 8 000 to maintain, highlighting fiscal concerns.

Hartford Judiciary Committee Dunham Wethersfield Rep Hall Orange

Hartford Worker Saves Man From Cave In

Quick action by fellow workers saved Patrick Fanning from death after a roadway collapse at New Britte avenue and Webster Street. Buried for a short time, he was unconscious and freed by pinks and shovels. He was taken to St Francis hospital with a serious condition.

Fartrord Dellow Patrick Fanning Hartford City Dight Company New Brite Avenue Webster Street St. Francis’ Hospital Zion Street

East Side Dollar Day a Big Citywide Success

East Side merchants reported their Dollar Day a smashing success with throngs from all city areas filling East Side stores. The event drew large crowds and created a busy, bustling scene throughout the day.

East Side

Alderman Opposes City Honor for Einstein Over Identity

New York April 5 Unfamiliarity with the identity of Professor Albert Einstein led Alderman Bruce M Falconer to withhold his vote on a resolution to extend the freedom of the city to Einstein and other prominent Zionists who arrived recently. The measure required unanimous approval and falconer’s stand stalled passage. Mayor Hylan scheduled a special meeting to reconsider next Friday as tensions rose among aldermen and accusers of anti Semitism were denied.

Alderman Falconer Falconer New York Albert Enstein Bruce M. Falconer Board of Aldermen Professor Tinstein Hylan Ddocard Patesting Faleconers Shiplacom Waleon Tas Talconer

Chauffeur Held in Auto Jack Theft Case

George BR Laposka, 21, a chauffeur of 374 Myrile avenue, is held by police pending inquiry into the theft of an automobile jack from Victor Maras Savage at 17k Andover street. FH bonds set at $106.

George BR. Laposka Myrile Avenue Victor Maras” Savage Andover Street

Ballard Favors License Refund to Saloon Keepers

Hartford April hearings before the judiciary committee debated refunds for unexpired license terms. Prohibition leaders urged returning funds to license holders who left business, while opposing refunds for those who kept saloons open or sought renewals to dodge enforcement. Committee set hearings on excise control and state enforcement measures.

Haartford Judiciary Committee Bennett Haven Ballard Fairfield County

Security of the Allies Menaced by Defeat of Greeks

The article reports Allied security threatened if Greeks cannot hold Turkish nationalists near Mudania and Ismid. Allies consider using fleets to protect Mudania and Ismid as the nationalist drive increases toward Ismid, with Greek defense key to stability.

Associated Press Cypring Constantinople Proteth Mudanias Ismid

Street Car Fire On North Main Ends Without Injuries

A street car on North Main near French street caught fire from a faulty wire connection. Two men and a woman aboard were scared but unhurt as firefighters arrived and extinguished the blaze before serious damage occurred. A separate incident at the Lorraine hotel involved George Thompson, 54, threatening to shoot a desk clerk. police arrested him for drunkenness and breach of peace.

Vuring & Quarrel Lorraine George Thompson Iffvld Agenue Thompson

Winter Blizzard Ends Idaho's Earliest Spring

Idaho Falls endures a severe blizzard that dropped over two feet of snow, blanketing streets after a storm that began yesterday and persisted through the night, delaying springlike conditions. Strong winds and heavy snowfall disrupted travel and daily routines as authorities warned of continued hazardous conditions.

Idaho Idaho Falls

Bridgeport Community Chest Seeks Rapid Fund Drive Boost

Bridgeport launches intensified drive to reach 475000 goal for twenty charities and hospitals. Campaign expands pledges as volunteers push humanitarian appeal, with current chest totaling 108059 and urgent need of over 3 to reach target.

Bridgeport

Charles Now on Way to Switzerland Exile Continues

Vienna April reports Charles of Austria began return to exile aboard an Austrian train to Switzerland after resignations of War and Interior ministers over Volkswehr guard, amid political turmoil. A railroad employee, George Swales, 41, arrested for theft of cigarettes from a freight car with $100 bond.

Charles Switzerland Vienna Fortier Steicanianger Wehring Routier Ure Mueller Interior Cinx Volkswehr Hein Emperos New Aven Railroad Company George Swales Swales Iovai

Harding Not Committed To Any Peace Plan Yet

Washington reports say President Harding has not committed to any definite peace program with Germany and leans toward delaying a formal resolution. Officials indicate he may delay full disclosure for weeks while weighing the Versailles covenant as a basis for a League of Nations association.

Pres. Harding League Association of Nations Washington Apoll Pyar Germany Harding Lnck Hetlons

Viviani Vexed At Interpretation Dinner Guests At White House

Rene Viviani, now in the United States as a special envoy of France, was honored with a White House dinner hosted by President Harding. Ambassador and Madame Tusse rand, Vice President and Mrs Coolidge, among others, attended as Myron T. Herrick of Ohio was discussed as a potential future envoy to France.

Washington Rene Vivian United States Jpranece Harding A White House Madame Tusserand Coolidge Spends Arang Dlrs Gillett Hughes Senator Lodge Representative Porter Mouse Foreign Affairs Committee Mlet Myron T. Herrick Ohio France Associated

Striking British miners threaten flood big collieries

A long, caustic report details threats by striking British miners to flood major collieries and disrupt transport as plans for a wide walkout take shape. The piece centers on labor pressure and potential industrial chaos aimed at forcing concessions amid evolving conflict.

Shanley Sent 10 Federal Prison in Split Trial

Detroit conference between Federal Judge Acthue J. Tuttle Attorney George Mara and Eucyene Shanley reveals indictment of a 44 year old Shapley for conspiracy to steal automobiles. The defendant pleaded not guilty, then guilty, and was sentenced to two years at Leavenworth. He may turn state's witness at upcoming trials of five others. Stillman divorce saga dominates New York society with possible third co respondent under wraps.

Detroit Acthue J. Tuttle George Mara Eucyene PF Shanley Avenue Shapley Whitney Dyer Leavensworth Xp York April o—Bere Todax Stillman Dramiv Wich DLT Sui Veres James A. Stillman Il Wag Plorence H. Leeds

Nine U S Submarines Sail for Bermuda Practice Cruise

At New London Conn on April 5 nine US submarines prepare for a solo voyage to Bermuda for practice maneuvers. The O type subs, including O-7 and O-8 class boats, are slated to depart before sunrise. Captain DL Berrien, commandant, will oversee the patrols as the crew trains off the New England coast.

New London Connu United States Bermuda DL Berrien New England

Irish in Boston Plea Against Hyphenism Sparks Debate

A statement by Willem A. Wetcham, Indianapolis, chief of the Grand Army of the Republic, addressed to Massachusetts lawmakers, urges that Irish Americans be treated as Americans rather than solely by their Irish descent. The signed document insists on unity within the American identity while acknowledging Irish heritage.

Willem A. Wetcham Indianapolis Grand Army of Republic State House of Representatives Nore Han Laware Raien Gerry Aimericans Jacob Vigorius Ty WA Keteham

Vanderlip Named Dictator of Russian Commerce Policy

Vanderlip, the American linked to Siberian syndicate activities, is described as effectively directing Russia's commercial policy. Reports say he is pressuring Soviets to denationalize factories mines and oil fields and to liberalize foreign investment, living in Lenin's house as part of his influence.

Taris Washington Vanderlip Siberia Russia Tepors Wanin Auasta Vanderlin Lenin

Viscount Astor Quits Parliamentary Post

Viscount Astor resigns from his parliamentary post amid health rumors and alleged troubles. He has been in Leypt and is reported to suffer from drug troubles. He succeeded his father in 1919 as Viscount Astor of Heyer Castle.

Viscount Astor London Isemundt Astor William Waldorf Astor Wic Tatcer Heyer Castle

Wood alcohol case affirmed by New Haven High Court

The Connecticut Supreme Court upheld the lower court sentence for Frank Annieli who was convicted of a crime tied to wood alcohol exposure. The ruling preserves the one year term though parole relief was discussed. Separate actions addressed a dispute over a will directing income thirds among trustees and beneficiaries with trust administration duties clarified.

New Haven Conn Vonnechul J. Hieoek J. Wiewek Avia Trenen

Parliament fails to act as crisis deepens in mining strike

London April 3. Parliament discussed the miners stoppage without action. The Triple Alliance lines up decisive meetings while transport workers and railwaymen weigh strike support. Miners pressure owners amid fears of mine flooding and pithead withdrawals at Ocean collieries. Referees in several towns deny unemployment relief to striking miners as 400 delegates from 35 unions gather.

Loxdon Ni Press Great Britain National Transport Workers’ Federation Triple Alliance Edinburgh Scotland Rhondda Wales Ocean

Man Attempts Suicide at Home After Six Months Unemployed

John Mickalanes, 43, reportedly despondent over unemployment for six months, attempted to end his life with gas in his kitchen on Walnut Street Westerdax. He was found unconscious after closing doors and was taken to Bridge Hospital where he is described as resting and not considered in danger.

Chikd—Ren John Mickalanes Childern Michatunas Lagu cIrey Kim

Meyer and Hoover Take Steps to Improve Trade

Meyer and Hoover outline a policy push aimed at expanding foreign trade through greater government business cooperation. The plan proposes a small assessment on holdings and suggests funds be directed to a trade effort with Britain and other nations, with emphasis on limiting public exposure while boosting export activity.

Meyer Hoover

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