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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Apr 06, 1921
Page
12
Truman A Deweese argues that newspapers must keep towns alive and encourage growth by fighting the catalogue habit. Merchandising, not merely news, sustains cities. mail order offers power but harms local retailers. The solution lies in persuasive newspaper advertising and skilled local sellers who match catalogs with local trust.
In Washington two hundred young women including telephone operators and war workers will get a home-like residence to entertain guests and rest, operated by the Salvation Army with Staff Captain W. H. Heist and his wife in charge. The plan mirrors other Salvation Army residences in major cities and aims to be self-supporting with surplus funds reinvested. The project follows wartime dormitory closures and seeks to provide a fair, comfortable living space with reasonable hours and limited rules. The Army also continues welfare efforts like supporting injured soldiers in Atlantic City and offering posthumous services for families of dead service members planning to attend Arlington ceremonies.
Washington April 5 Satiated Press Secretary Hoover was urged by Andrew Furuesth president of the International Seaman's Union to use influence to arrange a conference with American Ship Owners Association officers to negotiate wage terms and agreements expiring April 5. Furuesth said such talks will decide whether the U S will maintain an adequate merchant marine or revert to two decades ago. He warned owners may push a 35 percent wage cut and removal of overtime provisions, signaling drastic changes for upcoming vessel construction.
Paris reports that the United States reply on reparations pleased France and official circles. Briand is expected to comment in the Senate. Hughes and Dr. Walter Simons exchange drew wide attention, with most outlets expressing satisfaction. Only Pertinas disputed Hughes on Cet mar proposals as opportune.
Tokio reports a devastating storm that struck the southern coast, causing widespread damage and cutting telephone and telegraph lines. Thirty lives were lost, with Yokohama and Yokosuka hardest hit as ships like Alabama Maru and Atlas Maru went ashore near the harbor.
The piece questions whether daily food supplies provide sufficient vigor making vitamins for laborers and women. It asks if people are obtaining proper vitamin rich nourishment to sustain energy and health, noting the search for a richest source of these vital nutrients.
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