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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Apr 09, 1921
Page
1
Bridgeport’s Community Chest needs over $200,000 more to reach its quota as leaders extend the campaign to Monday night. A last hour rally aims to boost support for the helpless in the city, with $7,500 as the largest subscription received and $55,484.90 already turned in toward a $40,000 goal.
Washington reports the Navy has practically abandoned hope of finding the five men who left Pensacola Florida in four free balloons on March 22. An investigation board will examine flight circumstances while a ban on balloon flights remains in effect. Captain H H Christy, Pensacola commander, confirmed the action as the service notes such flights have rarely caused loss of life in eight years.
Community Chest efforts in Bridgeport report that Attorney Ralph Geers, president of the Board of Aldermen, refused to contribute to the 22 charitable groups. The incident sparked calls for a “rail of dishonor” for nonparticipants while workers note inadequate gifts from businesses. Chairman Lashar criticized the response as insufficient and planned adjustment to protect campaign goals.
Louis Clark, one of five men accused in the Portland National Bank robbery of $12,500 last August, pled guilty in Superior Court. Judge Hinman sentenced him to one year in jail, citing cooperation with prosecutors. Thomas Marry received 20 to 25 years last October. the other three suspects remain at large.
William T. Burnham chaired the fire department sub committee and refused to recommend transfers asked by the fire commissioners. At a special Board of Apportionment meeting the motion to table the department’s petition for investigation passed without discussion. Transfers totaling 7794.27 in other departments were granted. The meeting lasted about three minutes with several board members present.
Fragmentary verse echoes Hamlet and Shakespearean fears, urging resolve against weariness and indecision. The text blends names and imperfect lines, hinting at a dramatic meditation on action and consequence amid a chaotic OCR excerpt.
President Harding prepares his first message to Congress to be presented Tuesday. A joint session may hear the address, a custom revived by President Wilson. The plan is to read the message in Congress with executive officials in attendance.
Diplomatic dispatches from Washington indicate Hughes notes to Japan, Britain, and Italy on mandates may reopen the entire mandate question. Allies plan a four-nation conference to exchange views before any reply, with Japan's stance likely shaping Britain and France positions and possibly Italy. The 1916 Anglo-Japanese pact is cited as a factor in the unfolding discussions.
Roy Harris, tied to a New York murder case, identified a woman he claims hired him and his partner to kill a man. Dr. James Putnam deemed Harris sane, and officials planned reenactment of the crime scene as authorities weigh his confession. Harris says he spoke to detectives only after believing they had proof. Continued on Page Two.
City Attorney William H. Coming Westernity filed notice of intent to appeal a mandamus order that restored six firemen to their former ranks. The fire board, unsure of next steps, waits on the appeal’s outcome while Mayor Wilson directs inquiries to Fire Board head Samuel Dawe.
A sea captain and guide died yesterday afternoon from a cerebral hemorrhage. He was born in Seaford and lived in Stratford. He is survived by a widow, Mary Smith Wicks, a daughter Mary, and a son Charles. he was affiliated with the Waldemere council, U. A. M. The funeral will be held Monday at Beas a'elock from his home and burial will be by Enien Weber. The message covered many topics including domestic questions and the peace program. A murder trial in New Haven is noted with Aver Conk among jurors.
Premier accepts labor challenge as government ties to auto theft ring surface in Detroit. Five men face charges over conspiring to violate national auto theft laws with testimony tying Josephine Ke to a city ring and Burroughs as an alleged fixer. Witnesses link Wheeler and others to the scheme, while sergeant Hole Givok denies bribery accusations.
An Associated Press report from Paris notes former premier Clemenceau urging ongoing vigilance in enforcing the Versailles Treaty. The letter to Andre Tardieu, the high commissioner, promises further remarks on peace and the duties of states in Paris. Restrictions and celebrations surrounding independence are mentioned amid the political discourse.
Report and party leaders forecast approval of the Fordney Tariff 10 measure to restore prosperity among farmers. Republicans on the House Ways and Means committee supported the re introduction of the tariff bill, with action expected Monday in Congress after a veto earlier raised in the debate.
New York bank president Janne A. Stillman seeks an early trial date in a divorce suit against his wife. The case involves settlement terms for counsel fees and expenses, with proceedings delayed to allow further discovery and potential appeal. The lender aims to resolve issues promptly while preserving rights on payment terms.
A plantation owner named Williams stands trial for murder connected to the deaths of eleven enslaved people at the Nad igen place. The jury deliberates amid a swift, tense case as investigators probe Neanage conditions and the fate of Lindsey Meterson as the lead victim.
A hushed chamber heard a bold defiance of the British premier as patriotic measures were announced. The government urged two classes of volunteers for defense and food distribution, with unions and workers forming a broad alliance amid mounting domestic strain and calls to mobilize reserves.
A Wesleyan freshman pleaded guilty to theft charges in court. Proceedings on the case were brief with a police presence and reform school references noted, as the defendant faced possible consequences.
A long fragmented OCR article discusses G C P gaining control of government on Monday. It references political shifts, parties, and potential legal actions, hinting at constitutional implications and a break from prior regime. Continued on page four.
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