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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Apr 14, 1921
Page
2
A bill by Senator Challengers to compel landlords to furnish adequate heat to tenants passed judiciary committee in Hartford and heads to the general assembly for final action. The measure, broad in scope, requires maintaining a minimum indoor temperature with penalties of one dollar per day or up to 60 days in jail for violations.
A fragmented report details a miners federation debate over government offers on financial aid and profit pooling. The Amalgamated Society with 92 local branches backs striking coal workers and railway allies, while electrical workers voice strong support for the union’s stance. The government remains firm, insisting on regulatory terms and opposing a profit pool.
Senate debates a bill aimed at ending the war with Britain and Japan, with supporters urging swift passage and opponents warning of broader risks. The chamber considers delaying tactics and timing rules as it weighs military and immigration provisions and the fate of related measures.
Disrupted crowd reactions marked the Delaney Robson confrontation with police on standby as fans shouted derisive chants. The reported events centered on Bridgeport where observers claimed Vanues Ftasuu was robbed amid tense exchanges and swift security responses.
Fire board awaits opinion on a failed boiler and fire safety upgrades amid suspensions, bids, and emergency planning. Officials discuss temporary service, new fire box locations, and a skeleton frame erection for training. Details cover contracts, funding, and intradepartment coordination to restore fire protection.
A locally reported gathering on the East Side featured merchants hosting a fine smoker event. Attendees included business owners and residents, with a focus on community ties, food, and local products. No incidents or notable conflicts were recorded in the readable text.
Fragmentary OCR text references a political event at Industrial Centre and mentions Y W Captains planning a party. It includes scattered names and phrases that are unclear, with multiple typos and embedded fragments. The readable content is insufficient to identify a clear date, location, or outcome.
A fragmented report describes a street scene where a traffic officer is aided by a spotlight under dim urban lighting. The item suggests improved visibility and safety for motorists and pedestrians near a busy intersection.
The trial involves Juck White of Capital avenue and Burroughs in a federal case tied to an auto theft ring. Bank clerks Miss Wink Fred Smith and Mabel Gunn testified they knew Burroughs as a financer and clerks linked to the scheme. The court adjourned with ledgers examined and Burroughs keeping notes on associates. The judge indicated the case will resume after the present term with further proceedings likely.
A garbled manuscript recounts a tumultuous discussion on postwar arrangements. Leaders debate German restraint, reparations, and the future of the Versailles settlement amid shifting alliances and Allied pressures. The piece hints at tensions between France and the United States and the uncertain path to lasting peace.
Report says five moonshiners were raided at Rockville. Details are unclear due to fragmented text but indicate police action and possible arrests at the site.
Fragments from a damaged page hint at a hospital scene with laughter and vague names. The text is garbled with missing words and unclear connections, offering little clear event or person details to confirm a full incident.
A local drill contest drew several degree teams amid a foggy seaside backdrop. The event showcased teams performing precise maneuvers while spectators noted the disciplined pace and coordination on display.
A fragmented report outlines a scheduled conference with Cullman regarding injunctions. The item mentions legal action, local officials, and unresolved questions about proceedings and dates amid garbled OCR text.
An OCR garbled notice lists names and roles, mentioning Tala, Maas Thotie, Git Sticke Se and a Saturday date in April. It references personal preparation, camp panted Wy His wwe and a Ben ot Wer context. The text remains unclear and partially unreadable.
Dr Daniel G Carey of Elniza retires from eminent kidney specialty work after a long career. The fragmentary text references SN Gattis and other names in scattered notes, but the readable facts focus on a retirement of a physician tied to nephrology.
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