House Debates Peace Motion at Half Way Point
In a lengthy session the House debated a peace resolution with Republicans and Democrats sharply divided. Leaders signaled more Democrats would back the measure, while constitutional concerns and party loyalties dominated the discussion amid talk of a recommitment and possible تغييرات to appeal to the forthcoming November election.
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North Carolina
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Virginia
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Senate
Germany
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Representative Floon
Democraty
Foreign Affairs Committee
Moonshine Wagon Seized by Dry Officers In Connecticut
Prohibition agents McAuliffe and Cinemara stopped a covered laundry wagon on the Boston Post Road between Devon and MiHard. They seized fifty gallons of moonshine whiskey and arrested Oliva and Demara, who were held for arraignment. A still and mash were found at the Becker House, near the Trecker house, with the wagon headed toward Bridgeport.
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Opel
Becker House
Prohibition
Roms McAuliffe
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Boston Post Road
Devon
MiHard
N. Oliva
Teen Pembroke
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Federal
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Demara
Omeer McAuliffe
Chiemera
Trecker House
Olvie
Omva
Bridgeport
Federal Building
Fhees
U. S
Hugh J. Lavery
McAullife
Cinemara
BIlgtta Sentenced to Atlanta Penitentiary
Astonio Zilotta of Stoartora and this city pleaded guilty in U S court New Haven yesterday to raising and altering a United States currency note He was sentenced to three years in the Federal penitentiary at Atlanta Zilotta was arrested in Stratford February 10 by U S Deputy Marshal Palmer and held in New Haven awaiting trial
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Stoartora
United States
New Haven
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Blotia
Stratford
Palmer
Mew Haven
Seamen's Wages Too High On Schooner Case
Coast guard reports a schooner under Captain Bowen faced crew strain as wages disputes rose. Bowed by fatigue he sailed alone after halting crew duties then anchored near Barnegat to ride out a gale while seeking aid for disabled gear and missing assistance.
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Martor Curtiss
Barnegat Jaro
Nerseas
Constanceert
Osen
Bowen
Tax political donations and campaign spending proposal
Senator Thomas proposed an amendment to the pending bill Publicity of campaign funds requiring statements of expenditures in all income tax returns and taxing political contributions or expenditures exceeding 1000 dollars. The move targets Colorado politics and seeks greater transparency in campaign finance.
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Sugar Price Rise In New York Announces Increase
A Sugar Refining Company of New York announces a wholesale price increase of half a cent per pound, lifting present New York rates to 1 1 2 to 2 cents more per pound. Bridgeport wholesale prices rise to 16 1 2 to 18 1 2 cents. Analysts predict further advances by producers unless raw sugar falls. consumers face higher costs in spring and summer.
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New York
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Rex Living Company
Seon
Fighting ceases after Soviet troops surrender at Khabarovsk
Report from Washington says fighting ended after Soviet troops surrendered near Khabarovsk. Japanese forces suffered 250 casualties in a 19 hour clash, while Soviet losses included 403 killed, 1,506 prisoners and seven ships.
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Khabarovsk
Turaday
Japan
Exposition receives air brought horse and fire dept changes
Santa Barbara Apr 4. A charge was entered for an exposition plane trip from Los Angeles to verify cruelty-free transfer of a horse. Eight appointments to the fire department are planned as commissioners discuss staffing Ly installed Chemical No. 3 on Jay Mum Avenue. Retirement talks surface as President Leonard and William Seeley hold meetings on proposed appointments.
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Los Angeles
The
Humane Society
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Trugk
Severa
John A. Leonard
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William E. Seeley
Vituals
Fire breaks out from burning grease at Main Street saloon
The fire department was summoned to D. I. H. Cather at 1190 Main Street at 4:45 this morning after a grease fire showed smoke and prompted a still alarm. Firefighters found the place full of smoke with one reported damage balance.
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Loyalists Arming in Ireland Draw English Aid Support
The Dublin Graphic reports a rising threat in the south and west of Ireland as loyalists organize their own defense and seek aid from English sympathizers amid Republican campaigns. The Graphic describes violent intimidation and land expropriation under ongoing conflicts.
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The
Graphic
Ireland
Mrs H Mi Knapp Elected Officer of Nurse Association
Among those elected to observe the annual meeting of the Visiting Nurse Association of Bridgeport Wednesday night was Mrs Herbert M year third, wipe presilent aL din that ca.
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Herbert M
H La Croix Presented With D S C Here
The Distinguished Service Cross was pinned on Orie La Croix of Mullard by General Poratling in charge of the loon ra erujving station. The award honored extraordinary valor near Bellville France in October 1918. La Croix commanded Company A 304th infantry after his superior officer was wounded, inspiring his men during the advance.
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Sermeasit
Grernany
Cattala
Lanolineeu
304Th Infantry
Railroad Strike Grows Amid Turmoil and Protests
Thousands idle as rail workers in Kansas City Chicago and other cities press for wage talks. A mediation board led by Gov Hangin arrives while unions insist on action and government consultation. French policy debates mirror broader crisis with Britain over German occupation and neutral stance.
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Joe Praita
Ailles
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Hied Ou Jong
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Times
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Lloyd- George
National Liberal Club
Ab. Asauign
Erie Switchmen Strike Shuts Jersey City Yards
All yard brakemen at the Erie railroad yards in Jersey City walked out late this afternoon without stated reasons. Officials said the action was unauthorized and appeared to be in sympathy with strikes in Chicago and other Midwest and eastern cities.
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Erig
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Eustato
Middle Western
Unclear Embargo Affects Shipments to St Louis
A disrupted report indicates an embargo on shipments to St Louis Missouri, involving express goods from Buffalo New York. The embargo restricts two angle feces weighing over pounds, with details partly garbled.
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Buffalo
St. Louis
Explosions Kill Farm Workers From Unexploded Shells
A field accident in the district occurs as a plow contacts unexploded shells buried since past conflict. Tractors trigger the detonations, resulting in fatalities amid ongoing rainfall and adverse field conditions.
Hartford Repeals Daylight Saving Law
Hartford repeals the daylight saving ordinance enacted March earlier this year. The measure, pushed by city officials, returns the city to standard time as of the most recent Sunday following the repeal. Officials cited consistency and resident complaints as reasons for the change.
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Hartford
Martin Aml Seo Tartland
Staundary
Kingelia
Villa Bandits Attack R. R. Travis in Chihuahua
In Juarez Mexico Villa bandits linked to the revolutionary leader and allies roved through Chihuahua territory near the railway, striking R. R. Travis and opera personnel. The event follows a pattern of local raids as authorities mobilize units to curb the incursions and protect rail lines and communities.
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Mexico
Apes & Two
Otcin Central
Yesseo Villa
Chihuahua
Jimites
North Carolina Democrats Adopt Suffrage Resolution
A North Carolina Democratic convention adopted a resolution favoring the suffrage amendment. The measure, urging state Legislature approval, calls for action by the Legislature when it convenes in July. The vote tally reported as 428 in favor.
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N.C
North
Carolina Democratic
Wireless Men Aim To Catch Messages From Mars
Wireless operators worldwide prepare for messages from Mars on April 21. Stations issue instructions to listen for signals near Mars closest approach, expecting possible historical transmissions as the planet nears Earth.
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Mars
Bernair
Masa
Martina
Collision injures two women in trolley collision
Two northbound trolley cars collided at Bain and Grand streets yesterday after noon. Mrs. Marguerite Sciortino, 42, of 2077 Mary Street, suffered contusions and was removed to St. Vincent's hospital. Mrs. Hall was also injured, knocked to the floor as the two vehicles stopped to discharge passengers. The ambulance and Dr. Chyen Groark attended, and both women were later taken to private care before returning home. The larger car had stopped to discharge when the smaller car struck from the rear.
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Maplewood Avenue
Lawrence Lhe
Mary Street
Oelock
Bain
Grand
Sciortino
Hall
Chyen J. Groark
St. Vincent's
Te Dhi
Brinkerhol
Main Street
France and Britain Disagree on German Town Occupations
London reports an official British briefing stating France acted independently in occupying German towns. Britain along with the United States Italy Belgium opposes the move, urging a German-led restoration of order and warning against British soldiers serving as police in occupied areas. The note suggests Allied unity may waver if Germany’s motives are proven treacherous.
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United States
England
Italy
Belgium
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London
Paul Cambon
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Ruhr
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Gernany
Aly
Germany
Hospital engineers desert posts over wage dispute
In April a mass resignation of 49 engineers and their newborn babies occurred at Wee 30 Maternity hospital as trustees refused a wage increase. The engineers left their posts, abandoning duties and staff, after the decision without prior notice.
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Explosion in Somerville injures many. one killed
An explosion torn a building in Somerville tonight killing one man and badly injuring fifteen others. Rosorie Todéi, 4, of Buand Brook was killed. Major Frames A Tall United Suites army officer was seriously burned in the blast with other wounded.
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Isis
U S Favors German Actions in Ruhr Crisis
United States maintains stance that Germany may deploy enough troops to restore order in the Ruhr valley. France fears disruption and seeks to limit German force, while discussions between Ambassador Wallace and Premier Millerand continue without clear changes in policy.
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1089 Outrages in Ireland Report Highlights Sinn Fein Atrocities
London dispatch notes 1089 outrages in Ireland from January 1919 to March 29, 1920 per a White Paper. Sinn Fein blamed for killings of police and military officers, and five civilians. most figures record fines, assaults, and arrests amid government counterinsurgency.
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Fiva Eilang
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Police Inspector Henry Indicted in Vice Crusade
The vice crusade in New York broadened to major investigations as a grand jury indicted Police Inspector Dominick Elenroy and several plainclothes officers plus a restaurant proprietor and three staff for keeping a disorderly house and related charges. Det. Foling Gunson and Det. Joseph Molaney face perjury charges, with additional indictments outlining bribery and extortion connections in the case. Police investigators say records show possible corruption and are examining transactions and witness accounts as the grand jury prepares.
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Gunson
Joseph Molaney
Peter Gallions
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Ganson
Jamey LW. Smith
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Etelain
Law Against Dumping In Foreign Merchandise Move
A Senate measures aims to curb dumping of foreign goods at retail value. Lawmakers report mixed support with opposition from Senator Thomas and others. Counts mention Gavich troops reportedly withdrawing toward Archangel near Petrograd.
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Senate
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Democrate
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Calan
Cussain Sirmistiet
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Charge Reichswehr in Ruhr With Atrocities Reported
Reportedly fugitives allege German forces carried out atrocities in the Ruhr basin during the period of wartime occupation. Details of the shootings and executions are unclear from fragmented OCR text.
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Ruhr
Yaris
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German Officer Killed in Patrol Ambush Near Berlin
A German patrol under Lieutenant Kalaein was attacked near Niedenvuelstadt about 19 miles north of Berlin. Kalaein was wounded and later died in hospital. Local families reported the incident occurred yesterday as troops engaged with attackers using live shells.
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Niedenvuelstadt
Shud
Germans Granted One Week Grace For Withdrawal
The Evening News reports Germany has been granted an extra week to withdraw its troops from the neutral zone. The extension pushes the deadline to April 17.
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London
Nergy
Evening News Today
German Red Refugees Enter British Lines In Large Numbers
The Strabo Department reports German refugees entering the British zone of occupation around Coldingen in large numbers. Over 3,000 were disarmed and interned Tuesday, with at least 15,000 more feared to be en route.
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Washington
Codlengt
Strabo de Department
Disabled steamer Mystic aids stranded crew near Boston
In a mid Atlantic incident Boston harbor a steamer Mystic encountered trouble while near Newburyport. Tevin and astriet ami Semiaty reportedly ordered help from the crew of Anvil So-Ntine etc. Steamer assistance eventually supplied as the castaway vessel broke down.
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