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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Apr 21, 1921
Page
2
In New Haven on April 20, Peter Tatamelio, ordered committed to an insane asylum for 15 years, attacked public defender Charles Ford in court, inflicting a painful wound. He reportedly shot his wife months earlier, then wounded himself after leaping from a window. He now faces a charge of attempted murder of his wife.
Boston officials report Thomas J. O Daly confessed taking about 40000 at the oil treasurer department over ten years as cashier. Mayor Andrew J. Peters withdrew his appointment, and city inspectors guard the cashier’s home while authorities seek restitution and assess total losses.
Yesterday police received a report detailing a man’s activities. Five last Saturdays include passing worthless checks drawn on the New London city bank and certified St. Thing & Company, Inc. at 12743 Main Street. One check for 28 was cashed, involving Neuhof Company at 177 Main Street.
A string of obituaries from a local paper notes the deaths of John Joseph Troy Albina O Dett John P Flanagan Mrs John Forsyth and Leita A Davidson. Funerals are scheduled at St Peter's St Michaels Anthony's and Lakeview cemeteries with masses and pallbearers named. Surviving relatives include siblings spouses and children. services set for upcoming Saturday and upcoming evenings.
Factories decide to advance clocks to daylight saving time amid mixed local support. Mayor Brainard defends a neutral approach while urging voluntary alignment. Yale University and several Bridgeport firms announce clocks moved next Sunday. Legislators in Hartford consider charter challenges as business leaders push for the hour ahead.
Detectives report a telegram from Clara in Santa Barbara implied impossible requests from Jack P. Cudahy. Cudahy Packing Co. denies ties to the Los Angeles firm. He faced severe financial trouble and melancholia, with letters to Sheldon Clark in Chicago hinting at a molten proposition. Coroner’s office received documents as light is shed on the death by own action. J R Cudahy, cousin and earlier predictor of suicide, is hospitalized after a breakdown following surgeries. Siblings Clara and Mrs W P Nelson were at a Santa Barbara hotel when the tragedy occurred.
An Italian ambassador visited Bridgeport with ceremonies at city hall hotel and high school. Mayor Wilson and Justice Wheeler presided over receptions with Italian officials, journalists, and local chamber groups. The ambassador praised Italian American ties, noted shared democratic values, and urged continued mutual support.
Loren Delbridge resigns from the tax assessment department triggering a surprise departure that shocks Fortie and Wall street factions. Delbridge, linked to the assessor's office for 40 years, expected to enter private business after May 1 despite a 9 percent rate discussion and ongoing duties.
William Jackson of 76 Lingland Avenue and Antonio Rass of 1 North Wade Street were arrested yesterday on federal narcotics charges for possession and offering morphine for sale to addicts. Each is held in $7,000 bail.
The Senate cleared the Colombian pact after eight days of debate with votes on the Borah amendment and other measures. Notable figures included Lodge, La Follette, Knox, Hitchcock, and McCumber, as party lines shifted on indemnity and canal use. The Progressive Republicans and opposing Democrats framed the contentious debate over ratification and amendments.
Fragmented ad style note discusses kidney and bladder health, urging regular action and strength. Mentions fatigue, nervousness, and nightly disturbances as symptoms, and references a first dose in a misleading promotional context. Contains numerous garbled words and unclear entities.
Cabinet official flags possible reductions in compensation and benefits for civilian workers in the Canal Zone. Secretary Weeks notes potential reorganization to cut government costs, citing higher pay, long leave, free meals, transport perks, and costed commodities as special inducements tied to early plans for Zone administration reforms. He expects to study data before proposing changes.
The article discusses the city paying off outstanding obligations and then having access to borrow more money during the year. Alderman Stone opposes using the contingency fund for current expenses, fearing it would deplete funds for emergencies. He expects the year to present opportunities to utilize this borrowing option.
An old advertisement touts Sloan's Liniment as fast relief for rheumatic pains and nerve ache. It claims warming action and quick relief, urging readers to keep a bottle handy and noting product variety and pricing details.
Thousands report relief from tiredness and nervousness after using GlandeX Compound spring tonic. Testimonials claim increased appetite, energy, and strength, with improvements in digestion and mood. Product touted as boosting glands and vitality, with doctors and stores referenced for selling claims.
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