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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Apr 25, 1923

Page

2

World Court move sparks brisk Hartford hearing

Hartford April 24 A heated committee hearing centered on President Hardings proposal for the United States to join the permanent court of International Justice The session before the Committee on Federal relations featured Ayres Spellacy opponents and supporters from Yale New Haven and Hartford debating national policy and Connecticut’s stance in Washington The discussion touched on isolationism and the role of state legislators in expressing public opinion through a petition to commend the President.

Hartford Harding United States Permanent Court of International Justice Committee On Federal Relations Harry M. Tes Wastrott General Assembly Connecticut Washington Wmmen Romierente Mbty National Court Sappor Assembly Oy Brooks Representative Wall Terrington Spellacy Benedict Af. Heiden Tenen Ayres Ohio Senate Wigwam Heli Waasnington Asaannly Spellac Sppantien Proprie Tive Wall Crowley Fisher Fish Foosevelt Taft Menntenduss Bridgeport Whitney 5. C. Shaw Innecticut League For War Asia James Rourke League

Bill makes only Australian ballot and machines legal

Hartford April 24 The House passed a bill making the Australian ballot and voting machines the only legal voting method in the state. It endorses a uniform ballot system to be used statewide and requires schooling in citizenship duties in all public and private elementary schools. The Arbutus measure was rejected after debate.

House Dietary Committee Buckley Wil ~Ewna Holbrook Thomaston Buckler Senate Gandon Bouthwisk Bell Meech Landon la Vive Voce

Czech Reprisals Against Hungary Grow Serious

Budapest April 4 Associats Presat reports Czech reprisals against Hungary have escalated with halted trains and tightened border controls. A Hungarian delegation seeks passports from Czech citizens, and both sides discuss commissions to investigate frontier clashes. Refugees and travel disruptions persist as leaders pledge to resolve the tensions.

Budapest Hungar Suvaieler Trav Budaest Hungeris Hurgar

Defeat Move To Repeal New York State Day Act

In Albany a final attempt to repeal the day act failed as the vote in the assembly fell short. Minority Leader Charley D. Donahue led a bid to discharge the Rules Committee from further consideration of Dunnigan’s bill, which had been stalled in the Senate.

Albany Ithe Assembly Charley D. Donahue Committee On Rules Dunnigan Senate

Meetings Tonight Across Local Lodges and Councils

Various fraternal and women's groups announce meetings for the evening. Listings include Euver’s Note In at 1158 Main, Italian Women’s Council at 06 Benes Street, Adelphian Lodge on Broad Street, Magna Charta Lodge, and Royal Arcanum assemblies at Main Street venues.

Wawampen Wibe Main Tre Italian Women's Council Benes Street Moniter State Street Adelphian Iedge Broad Street Magna Charta Lodge Sons of St. George Stratford Avenudé Kyoto Cannon Street Dorothes, Stumm Taughtera Pechahontas Broad Atreet Beaside Council Royal Arcanum Main GorneHs Wilder Council Roya Ladies Lady Howe Miberte Broué Street Leber Cmnian Simatireel

Favor Vocational Education Bill In State Senate

In Hartford the Connecticut Senate favored a vocational education measure and favorable reports were issued on multiple appropriation bills totaling 928,428.325. The session highlighted funding for a nurses home at Middletown, improvements at the Agricultural College, and a cooperative effort with the Federal government for vocational training totaling 72,000. The body also noted recalls, amendments, and further bills related to city charters and public ordinances.

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House Gets Unfavorable Report on Bonus Measure

In Gartlord April 2 4 the House Committee on Military Affairs chairman Penton issued a report on the bonus measure. The report discusses funding, proposed salary increases for state officials, and related acts advancing through the legislature. The bill includes provisions for bond redemption, Sanitary station rules, and a plan for the Togers Peet property purchase for Guilford camp expansion, with several departments and officials set to receive raises.

Connuittan Devpardir Charles Cy Elwell Stoeckel John A. MacDonald Stanley TL Osborn Supreme and Superioureaucts Wartford Waterfury Norwich Coarh K. Mortinsen Franklin Anderson Medical Examining Board Senate PMI Ooinkeer Whitfield Guilford Westville Cemetary Association

Owner On Jury Greenwich Home Damaged By Fire

Frederick Nichols Jr while serving jury duty in Bridgeport saw his residence on Benedict Place burn. His wife and two children escaped as firemen battled two hours. upper floor ruined, first floor gutted, losses estimated between 5000 and 10000 dollars.

Greenwich Frederick P.ichols, Jr Benedict Place Bridgeport Eng William E. Griswold Geveral

Repeal of Anti-Sedition Act Passed in New York

Albany reports two Downing bills repealing Luak Anti-Sedition laws passed by the assembly after Senate approval, but failed in the lower house last week. On a motion to reconsider, the measures were pulled from defeat and restored in the docket.

Albany Assembly Senate

Striking Harding Talks At Associated Press Luncheon

President Harding defended U S resistance to joining the League of Nations and warned against entering by side doors He urged a firm policy in March 1921 while praising party loyalty and the representative system He contrasted World Court ideals with League of Nations politics and warned of expediency and national self interest in diplomacy.

Harding Associated Press Walder Follcy United States Wolvik World Court League of Nations Mim Haren Tiura Wan Funkina telt-Astaria

Woman breaks knee cap jumping onto schooner

Alre, George Sherback, the schooner Ann Brown moored off Pembroke street, reported a woman breaking her right knee cap yesterday when she fell onto the deck while jumping from on deck. Dr A Levins of Emergency hospital ordered treatment and she was removed to St Vincent's hospital.

Alre George Sherback Ann Brown Pembroke Street A. Levins Emergency Hospital St. Vincent's Hospital

Violence erupts in Ruhr unrest killing man and wounding another

A mob of unemployed workers clashed with police near Essen and Entrhove amid Ruhr unrest attributed to Communist organizers. One man was killed and another badly wounded as demonstrators pressed for food, clothing, and supplies while police attempted to keep order. Merchants in Essen, Duesseldorf and nearby centers faced renewed threats as authorities prepare for a larger demonstration.

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Norwalk Council Promotes Popular Officer to New Post

Norwalk council votes to promote a well known officer, elevating Reymone from sergeant to a higher rank. J Harry Gibson is replaced as the city’s police leadership reshapes, amid claims of past conflicts and legal challenges. Gibson’s bid for reinstatement appears halted as court appearances proceed.

Norwalk Tur Mond Oner Pus Vota Reymone J. Harry Gibson Tormier Migmbar Ireadyiaely Meadine Oti Wivargh

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