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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Apr 18, 1921

Page

2

Riots erupt in Italian political dispute violence flares

In Rome and across several cities street fighting and arson mark the election campaign as fascists clash with socialists. In Leghorn two are killed after fascists attack socialist headquarters, while in Mantua Florence and Arezzo communist clubs are burned and offices destroyed. Dozens injured in daily clashes.

Tavade Socialist Labor CIA «Munist Leghorn Rome Varigue Italy Ralesna Fasisti Masisti Facisti Carabineers Arezzo Fascisti Fhe Florence

Train Schedules Disrupted by Wreck at Prin m Junction

A wreck at Prin m Junction New Jersey tied up freight and passenger traffic on Pennsylvania lines for hours. Twenty cars of two-ton straight trains left rails, causing service disruption. No injuries reported.

New York Prin m Junction N. T Philadelphia

Soviet Rule Blocks Trade With United States

Secretary Hughes argues Soviet control bars large scale exchanges, noting Russia’s limited gold reserves and demoralized transport system. He cites war era trade shares and lumber output drops, stating prewar export potential remains unrealized and urging possible Readjustments for future U S Russia commerce.

Hughes United States Gompers Rugssia Russia HiuSle Gamprr

Three Killed and Injured by Autos on Fequennock Street

Three people were killed and three injured in separate auto incidents on Fequennock Street near Jones Avenue and on Bostwick Avenue. Herman Freedman of 149 Sanford Avenue suffered severe head injuries with probable skull fracture. Vincent’s hospital reported improvement to condition 318. John Pavitz of 28 Grey Street Fairfield sustained facial lacerations and body contusions after a car struck him. the driver fled briefly, then the injured man was taken to a fire house and treated, later able to go home.

Fequennock Street Jones Avenue Ty Herman Freedman Sanford Avenue By Vincent's Hospital John Pavitz Fairfield Bostwick Avenue Panitaz

Assault and arrests follow husband charge

Patrick Rudelmire was arrested and charged with assault after an incident at Michael Doyle’s in 814 yesterday morning. Mrs Marriet Rudelmire and Doyle were also arrested, charged with drunkenness and breach of the peace. Doyle treated for head injuries. Mrs Rudelmire, a heart patient, was taken to Hillside home under police guard.

Patrick Rudelmire Michael Doyle

Obituary notices for Troy Kunst Dorie and Benedict family

Multiple obituary notices from a local paper report deaths and funeral arrangements. John Joseph Troy of Crane company residence Butler Avenue died last night at St Vincent's Hospital. survived by widow, sister Mrs Charles Cain of West Haven, brother James P. Troy. Ernestina Kunst of 87 Merriam Street died Saturday. funeral at 2:30 PM from her home, burial in Park Cemetery. survived by husband William Kunst, two daughters Martha John of Pleasantville NY and Ayina King, three sisters, and three grandchildren. Manic 7 Dorie's funeral held at Sacred Heart Church with burial at St Michael's Cemetery. Laura M Benedict widow of John Benedict died yesterday at her son's home 769 Transisten Avenue. funeral scheduled for 2:30 PM tomorrow at bereaved home, burial in Stepney.

John Joseph Troy Crane Company Butler Ave Vincent St. Peters Church Troy Charles Cain West Haven James P. Troy William Kunst Ernestina Merriam Street Park Cemetery Mra Martha John Pleasantville New York Moss Ayina_ King Mes Tuling Dunath Bertha Heinrich Flenriatta Scheffler Daniel Doyle Manic Dorie Summer Street Sacred Heart Church

Sermon Links Kingdom of God to Industrial Crisis

Dr. Wm. Horace Day, speaking at United Church, argued the kingdom of God begins with the individual and guides society through personal virtue. He warned that cooperation and understanding across classes are needed amid mine owners, workers, and government, in a world seeking peace and the way to self realisation.

Horace Day United Church England Kingdom of Gods Kingdom of Sodas Jesus Wei Part London America Chima Dr. Nay

Mass federal raids seize hundreds of quarts of liquor

Prohibition agents under William A. Marthy conducted widespread liquor raids across Racee, Macry, Fate 1a land, and Connecticut on Saturday. The Gyrenjarn country club in Bridgeport yielded 175 gallons whiskey and 120 gal of wine and cordials, with manager Cassillo arrested. Raids continued in New Haven and Providence as officers posed as diners and arrested several others amid a national crackdown.

Actiita William A. M Rasee Connecticut Roslife Gyrenjarn Country Bridgeport United Star Hugh J. Lavery Federal Building Broad Street Cassillo Westminister Lenox New Haven Providence Welsey Winktop Boston Anthony Denengalas Prohibition Kencobias Wsent Maria Fhelurks

Austrian Urges Fusion With Germany Sparks National Demonstrations

Vienna reports show large crowds across Austria protesting government disapproval and urging incorporation with Germany. People from business, professional, civil service, and student groups chanted and paraded despite rain, praising union as Austria’s only salvation, amid entente relief threats.

Vienna Germany Entente Auathiz Rathwus Senate

Racial Gulf Not Impassable Says Forum Speaker

Dr James K Breasted a renowned Egyptologist spoke at the United Church Forum recounting travels through Arabia Syria Egypt and Asiatic Turkey after World War I He argued against Kipling’s line claiming unity in human feeling while acknowledging racial differences as secondary He showed slides of Bible lands noting enduring features and discussed Damascus elections and constitutional rights in a Western parliamentary context

James K. Breasted James Arabia Syria Egypt Asiatic Turkey Chicago University Kipling Breasted United Church Forum Amarg Orient Eurene Western Hemisphere Brearted Solomon Aaron Sennacherie Desert Liv Damascus

Irish Singers Delight Casino Concert Audience

Cathal O Byarne charmed a large crowd at the Casino last night with ancient Irish songs sung a cappella. He performed favorites such as The Fover of Dromore and The Maid of the Sweet Brows Knowe, assisted by H J OConnell and Trish Union Pipes delighted listeners.

Ireland Cathal O'Byrne Ana Glens Emerald O'Byrne Dromore Nell Old Devers Dromarn O Byrne H. J. O'Connell Stratford Themas Ennis Wileen Proctor Curean O'Bryne Mr. Enniss

Water baron admits paying for twenty kegs in fraud scheme

Joseph Casillo promoter of Greenlane club and Joe Terry Lee are jailed in Brooklyn on $2,000 bail each for grand larceny after paying $5,100 for twenty kegs of spring water thinking they were filiréhasine whiskey. Fairchild of Hillsboro Oregon and Lee Baldwin of Centralia Washington are held as accomplices. The pair traveled as far as Cleveland and Buffalo to elude investigators before being captured.

Joseph Casillo Promiierny Joe “Terry” Lee Park Avenue Hartes IV Fairchild Hillsborough Ore Lee Baldwin Centralia Washington Brooklyn Polices Bat Lee Cleveland Buffalo Brooklyn

Beacon Falls Rubber Co Sued by Bank of the United States

The Bank of the United States sues Beacon Falls Rubber Co in New York Supreme Court alleging four promissory notes of 6004 dollars each dated in 1920. The bank, after purchasing the notes from Blake Brothers, claims payment was refused at the company's New York offices.

Beacon Falls Rubber Co Bank of U.S Beacon Fall Rubber Company Beacon Falls Supreme Court New York Bank of the United States Fifth Avenue 33Nd Street Lewis O. Warner Tracy S. Miller Blake Brothers Wall Street Corporation Duane Street

Woman Admits Sharp-Object Incident Near Car

A woman confessed to a knife related incident involving a driver. She claimed she found the knife on the car door to prevent further assaults. One man suffered a hand injury while the other two women fled. the wife then left the scene.

Sachs Gwerpinaichak Guider

Daylight Saving Vote Presented By Mayor Tonight

Local report says Mayor plans to present daylight saving proposals to Ridgeport council this evening. Outcome may influence timing of shifts and payment injunctions affecting small business finances as council weighs options and potential actions.

Khe Ennision Ridgeport Neyman Council Omnes

Lauraton Hall Alumnae Bridge Benefit Draws Big Funds

Lauraton Hall Alumnae hosted an attractive bridge event Saturday afternoon in Lauralton Hall's hall. The Auten association fundraiser cleared over $100 for the organ fund. Prizes went to Mrs. G. C. Robert Chase, Mrs. Henry Unland, and J. Stevens for auction, plnochle, and whist. Additional prizes awarded to numerous attendees.

Lauraltion Hall Milford Napier Auten Association Organ Fund Andilosian Schoul Gokors Miss Stochr Lauralion Hall Shapter Robert Chase Henry Unland Plnochle J. Stevens Catherine McDonald Mildred Mac Encrowe Mary Kinney Whalen Mary Costello Catherine Lennon Milary MicGovern L. Garand Olive Goodman Mabel B . Catherine Brennan Jane Lucas Alice Moran Gerald Walsh Mary H. Murray Mary Kennex Catherine Malony Elizabeth Spinney Helen Dailey Bridgeport Anna Dickgiesser Mary Keefe Marjorie Lawrence

Plan 14 Hour N Y To Paris Air Trip

An optimistic article explores transatlantic air travel from New York to Paris, noting safety improvements and rail connections. It predicts airships with heavy payloads could replace sea travel, suggesting cheaper prices, cabin options, and same-day city dining possibilities in Paris, with rapid return capability.

N. Y Paris Manretan New York

Championship Game Ends In Draw In Havana

The tournament match in Havana concluded with a draw after 31 moves when Casablanca offered the draw and Lasker accepted.

Havana Casablanca Lasker

D’Annunzio’s Fiume Law Sparks European Divorce Wave

Paris reports a dramatic shift as new divorce laws rise in Europe. D’Annunzio’s actions in Fiume allegedly trigger swift decrees and public cases, including Omar Lugano’s Swiss scandal and a famed pianist’s marriage troubles amid wartime romance.

Paris Urone Tiume Canal Ventoo D'Anatrein Dendala Wolden

Bridgeport Iron and Metal faces $135,000 suit in NY Supreme Court

The Bridgeport Iron and Metal company co defendants William Tilman and Nowike, linked to the National Metals Company suit in New York County, are accused of breaching a contract for firing bass cartridge shells. They agreed to buy 1,900 to 2,190 tons at 12 4-4 cents per pound, with delivery within five months starting October 4. Discrepancies between samples and delivered shells led to cancellation, while plaintiffs claim the revocation aimed to avoid price declines rather than inferior quality.

Bridgeport Iren Tell Company Owo William Tleman PHM Supreme Court New York National Metals Comagine Ial Mladmuift Bridgeport Iron & Metal Companys

Mandate Note Divides Japanese Official Circles

A sharp division of opinion in Japanese government circles over the American note on mandates is reported. Some officials urge maintaining a stance aligned with the Paris Supreme Council, while others stress rejecting the view that the Allied decision on the German islands constituted a peace-treaty collateral agreement. Publications vary, with Kokumin Shimbun predicting Japan may avoid direct clash by accepting control of Yap, while others call for a firmer stance.

Torlg Mate Dules Iis Japan Supreme Councl de Paris Supreme Council Tim Ullstristion Garman Kokumin Shimbun Amerie Gelsling Ately

Eastern BNai Brith Leader Honored Here

A dinner and reception at the Water Stratfield honor Henry Laitkhor with Abraham lodge No. Independant Bnai Brith presenting a U S flag. Mayor J B Wolgan praised patriotism as guests and officials, including Henry Greenstein and Max Cohen, attended the Springfield area event and noted the lodge’s service.

J. Bo Wolgan Dad Wane Abraham She Henry Greenstein Abunhant Lodge Nat Coldstein Tucop Kr’ ' ¢ Steiber Mark Reins Hens Fox Lionel ‘Levy Harry Mash Jamin Weinikowith Cohen Her Jorister Tenjamin Shalet Bernard Liwinher

Hebrew Sick Benefit Society Elects Officers

Samuel Sherman presided at a Y M Halls meeting as officers were chosen for the Hebrew Sick Benefit Society. Aronatt was named recording secretary and treasurer Spisacki was elected. other trustees and officers included Holstein Teovis Gola Sick Samuel Soloman Brody and A Goldfarb DL.

Hebrew Sick Benefit Society Samuel Sherman Hebresy Sefig Agssocialinn Y. M. Hall Wadizen Aronatt Iron Sur Cording Seer Spisacki Holstein Teovis Gola Samuel Soloman Brody A. Goldfarb Tian T. Zohn Jerers Kanneman Ty. Megitnick A. Goldfarh Sherman P. R Ran and HL Trogher

New Reparations Plan of Germans

A fragmentary report describes a new German reparations plan pursued by neutral states. Swiss Dutch and Argentine representatives kept actions private to avoid official ties with the move, fearing repercussions from Prance and other powers as European peace and economics hinge on President Hardin Fite’s stance.

Nanticndiss Tomorroot Hardin Fite Dietiny

Columbia Club Honors Harvey at Camp Directors Meeting

Harvey elected vice president of the Camp Directors' Association of America at a Saturday session in Columbus New York City. He directs Camp Tin on Lake Kezar, Maine, where staff and training were discussed.

Camp Directors of America Golumbie New York City Tin Lake Kezar Maina Traiy Total Hoy

Advertising's Value and The Case For It Against Bloating Prices

The piece argues advertising stabilizes prices and quality, helping buyers. It claims without ads there would be no standard of value, more brands, higher costs, and more uncertain, wasteful shopping. Advertising educates, lowers prices, and ensures brand reliability and satisfaction.

CBS Cauh Busec Business Ing Sum Rizker Den

Also Mentioned on This Page

Fascisti Aggressive American Hardware Stores Fairfield Ave Middle St Kingdom of God Day Greenlawn Country Club James H. Breasted Terry” Lee Joe Casillo Common Council Lauralton Hall Ess Championshop D’annunzio Fiume Europe Local Concern Bridgeport Iron & Metal Co Press Henry Lasker Stratfield Order Samuel’ Sherman Y. Moh. A. Hall Copcmbia Club Honars Harvey Went Salada Tea CO Beaton, Mass Zandiesticks G. W. Fairchild & Sons, Inc Main St Atahe Conn Chans Aw Blyt Che Fas Viliue
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