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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Apr 16, 1921
Page
2
Amid widespread price cuts by United States Steel and independents, mills plan to resume soon, easing idle capacity and layoffs. Purchasers hold off, awaiting possible freight-rate revision, buying only to meet immediate needs as market jitters persist.
Debates rage over ratification of the Colombia treaty with Panama canal rights and a payment of 25,000,100 to Colombia. Senators Johnson Lemoor Lenroot Watson and Pomeroy condemn the deal, urging scrutiny and opposing ratification amid party and political clashes.
April 15 count Gia como Minatto, son-in-law of Lou Swift of Swift Packing Company, was interned as an enemy alien and alleged propagandist. Judge George A. Carpenter granted citizenship papers in U S district court after he swore allegiance to the United States.
The Meas police arrested Michael Gaskiewicz of Norwich, a public service auto driver, in connection with the death of four year old August Pak in New London. Investigators allege the incident occurred during a collisionAuthorities have not released details of charges or the exact circumstances surrounding the crash.
The Board of Public Charities reports that beyond February 1929 subsidies, outside rent and related aid will exhaust by May. Unemployment worsens, 140 families receive aid and 600 work, yet injunctions block payments to landlords and merchants. The city seeks at least 59000 to cover relief costs until a broader plan funds the poor.
David Troyd, 39 Boston Terrace, crashed his car into a tree on William Street last night, causing heavy damage but he escaped injury. He was arrested by Superintendent J. Flanagan and Policeman D. O'Neil and held at the Second precinct in bail of $190 for arraignment this morning for driving an automobile under the influence of liquor.
Trial details reveal Burroughs discussed the Cadillac theft with Merritt and others. Defense contends Benjamin did not know the car was stolen, while New York investigators testified on the car’s altered numbers and shipment plans. The case centers on a theft conspiracy and Burroughs being questioned as a victim of circumstantial involvement.
Neutral powers see need to curb Europe’s dire economy if Germany shows willingness to pay. Proposals include surrendering twenty five percent emergency tax proceeds and or a combined loan option. Germany aims to avoid further military measures, hoping for swift governmental crisis resolution in coming days.
Dramatic labor crisis unfolds as the Triple Alliance debates Hodges concessions while miners’ federation withdraws support. Premier Lloyd George announces no peace reached, then J H Thomas confirms strike cancellation to reporters after unity talks. Party leaders face renewed internal strife and possible reshuffle.
A garbled report notes Britain’s red menace fading from concern, with the apparent threat diminishing after a sudden rise two weeks earlier. The item hints at wartime austerity and labor tensions but presents no specific events or figures.
The Senate committee reviewing World War I loans reports boxes of records showing loans to Great Britain, Russia, and Greece were issued under questionable circumstances. Members say billions were loaned with lax oversight, and the public may be briefed after formal committee action.
The secretary reported that overseas files related to Joan Frick and Lag correspondences were sent and availed. President Harding and the secretary were informed that disclosures near the day’s end had occurred, signaling new developments in the matter.
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