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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Apr 09, 1921
Page
17
A lethargic New York session amid higher money rates and British strike tensions weighed on stock activity. Total 354000 shares moved with speculative issues leading declines others steady then soft. Bond prices dipped as Kehlie Iron and Steel hiked bar and plate prices to offset production costs.
Testimony in federal court reveals Burroughs former car workshop on Charates street as a link in an international car theft ring. Witnesses include Elias Finkiesteina, Brian Jersey, and Benjamin Pressman. Statements describe painting cars and laundering vehicles before shipment overseas.
The bulletin notes a pressure drop over the eastern half and a strong disturbance near Lake Huron. It forecasts showers Saturday in Atlantic states, followed by generally fair and colder weather Sunday east of the Mississippi, with a return of colder conditions Saturday night. North to Sandy Hook winds shift to southwest and west.
A report by Representative Moung of North Dakota chairing the agriculture subcommittee urges pre passage of the Fordney tariff. The House should consider the bill Wednesday to revive business by restoring farmers purchasing power and securing fair profits, noting risk from foreign competition and potential farmer depletion if a tariff fails to protect home production.
The continued briefing in the hushed chamber features a speaker named George delivering a forceful voice about government policy. Attendees respond with cheering as discussions focus on preventing destruction and safeguarding national life.
The piece discusses Allied views on Japan’s mandate for Yap and Italy’s Inch on Trieste. It notes Britain and France pressing Italy to curb claims while US President Wilson’s stance on Yap is debated, with conflicting records about his objections and the notes approving the mandate.
Mrs Vana J Treating, widow of Anton Treating, passed away recently. Funeral services were held yesterday in Avon, with burial at a local cemetery. The obituary notes the late William Horace Day as an official and mentions service arrangements in brief, reflecting a typical community obituary notice.
New York report says business visation remains highly contested with uncertain conditions. Iron and steel slow, manufacturing varies, revival uneven and spasmodic. Retail trade shows limited improvement aided by inducements, weather, and seasonal factors. weekly bank clearings: $8514.25.
In Chicago a seventeen member committee proposed dividing grain areas into one district per grain market center with a director on the national cooperative marketing body. Delegates will caucus after approval to elect directors who will control the national committee. Debate over compulsory pooling continued late into the night with most amendments rejected.
The Saerior court granted fourteen divorces yesterday under Judges Toni Feelings and John Keeler. Cases include desertion, cruelty, infidelity, and change of name, with custody details for several children and varied marriage dates from 1902 to 1917.
Grain futures on the Atlantic exchange show weakness as May wheat drops from prior levels with exports in doubt and European buyers reported purchasing limited quantities. Corn and oats also weaken on sluggish arrivals while provisions remain offered with few takers. Prices reflect persistent concerns over rail and transport strains and unsettled global conditions.
Judge on Deotate Paul Miller x Lertay time April 30 set for hearing on Jedith Martie Wren and Marguire Martin Flucey petition to appoint a conservator for the estate of Martin. The three children of ity nate Martin claim his medical and mental incapacity and addiction harm his ability to manage his affairs.
Market report from Sew Your Apt shows various dairy items including whole milk skim milk and creamery products offered. Entries mention prices and availability with references to milk types and related dairy goods.
The cooperative grain growers plan remains unsettled as key figures from Wichita Kansas and Spokn S paleo Wash outline competing routes. The group behind 100 percent pooling favors maintaining the current contracts while the northwest faction pushes for its own organization and continued pooling under limits. Hank McGreevy and secretary treasurer Me Cheevy advocate keeping the 100 percent pool while broader unity could emerge if the plan accommodates regional groups.
Realty records show quit claim deeds and warranty deeds transferring parcels on Howard Avenue Ogden Street and nearby streets to various individuals including Frances Cregoria Mary Moss and others. Mortgage deeds list loans on Madison Avenue and Brooklyn Park area while certificates note incorporation of firms and name changes and the Bridgeport Telegraph reports the August 24 session.
The Rock Island system shows a 1920 income drop with total revenue down to $404,822, a decrease of $7,048,417 or 8.15 percent after deductions. Assets include $11,683.33 cash and current assets rise to $16,891,768. the year notes a stronger financial position and ongoing valuation efforts by federal authorities on land acquisitions.
Notice to Bridgeport taxpayers that 1920 grand list taxes are due at the Tax Collector's Office City Hall Rooms 4 and 5. April 1, 1921 onward daily 9 AM to 4 PM and Saturdays 9 AM to noon. After May 1, 1921 interest at three quarters of one percent monthly will be added. Howard F. Smith, Tax Collector.
Seventeen building permits valued at 29315 were approved by the building commissioners yesterday afternoon. The list includes residents and firms: Mrs R T Stevens 2608 North Avenue frame garage. G Trethe for fence garage 60 Fudgen Street. Sima M McCullaugh coordinate. S Berkman 420 Toast Main Street frame garage. David Walsh 431 Spik Street frame dwelling. Antonio Gintiane 230 Federal Street cellar wall. David Budetick Myrile Avenue stoop. Tracey E B Warren front entrance change North Avenue. Charles F Son 674 Howard Ave brick addition. Ingersoll Company brick transformer house at Pleasure. Max Stein cement block 69 Wood Avenue. John Wery 215 Orland Street three family frame dwelling. William Mief frame cottage 507 Garfield Avenue. Goldman two flats 07 Marison frame owe. T Latevelio 84 Moserwir Avenue frame dwelling. Baltista D Antena frame storage building 188 Jon Avenue. D Fitzpatrick notes no responsibility for others’ charges.
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