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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Apr 30, 1921

Page

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U.S. Hopes for Amicable Reparation Settlement With Allies

Washington reports the United States still hopes reparations talks among Germany and the Allies can be settled by discussion. President Harding, Secretary Hughes, and French ambassador Jules Jusserand met as Britain and Italy show openness to dialogue. France Belgium oppose proposals, but informal replies keep door open. next formal move hinges on London Allied supreme council meeting.

Washington Germany Harding Hughes Jules Dusserand Mater Ricci United States Howev Great Britain Italy France Belgium Iew London Allied Supreme Council State Department Supreme Council

Seizure of Berlin Forecast in Paris

Paris reports plans by Marshal Foch approved by the war council to seize Berlin and occupy Hamburg and Bremen after the Ruhr invasion. The strategy includes capturing Bremen Lubeck and Hamburg and advancing if occupation yields returns, with the march toward Berlin if needed.

C. PF Berte Paris Berlin Hamburg Bremen Ruhr Marshal Foch War Council Milierand France Lubeck Ham—ure Germany

Chamber Divided On Sales Tax Deadlock Report

In Atlantic City the chamber failed to approve two sales tax measures and the repeal of the excise or usury tax during the closing session of the ninth annual convention. The discussion centered on amenity business records and city finance, with no final consensus reached.

Atlantic City UL. F United States

Harvard Prof Held as Operator of Moonshine Rivalry

Federal agents busted a moonshine operation in Back Bay as Harvard faculty member Louis Agassiz Shaw faced charges for manufacturing intoxicating liquor. Shaw, a physician and researcher, claimed a private lab at his Marlboro Street home and said rivals tested their products in social gatherings. He was released on bonds and ordered to appear May 6.

Boston Back Bay Louis Agassiz Shaw Linevaré Shaw Richard KE. Kelley Peter Sahivan Marlboro Street Shaw's Balloom Shar Harvard Medical School

General Shipping Stoppage Predicted May First Over Wages

Washington report says a general tie up of shipping at American ports except the Great Lakes is forecast for May 1 after marine workers rejected a 4 12 percent wage cut. Negotiations with the Shipping Board and shipowners failed, with union leaders seeking presidential arbitration.

Wasfington Great Lakes Shipping Board Esteamship Benson White House Andrew Furusech Talorbistieng Len A Preyer

Unions Denied Permit for May Day Meeting

Amalgamated Clothing Workers and Amalgamated Metal Workers, planning a May Day rally in State Street, were denied a permit by Superintendent J Flanagan. The decision, tied to a Supreme Court ruling deeming police permit rules unconstitutional, blocks the assembly at the casing. Speakers include Paul Blanchard on Ireland and Clancy on labor, with Organizers Pelarsan and Atton arranging flags.

Amalgamated' Clothing Workers of America Amalgamated Metal Workers of America State Street Poliatrick J. Flanagan S. Stein iEnder Supreme Court of the State Meriden Ridgeport Hanes Het Stein Paul Blanchard Education Department Amo Bamated Warke Clancy We Tate Miny ‘Ar Limerick Ireland John J. Jones British Reunion

Mail Plane Falls In River Killing Aviator

A mail plane plunged into the Cuyahoga River near downtown Cleveland this afternoon. Firemen rushed to the scene but the pilot was burned to death. The deceased was Ws Christensen of Chicago.

Cleveland MA Pike Marcago Jayabuses Guyahogevet D. Ws Christensen

Missing Bay State Boy Sought in Bridgeport Search

A sixteen year old Winthrop Mass boy, Hap md Sheinsohn, is missing from home at 24 Trident avenue. Described as about five feet six inches tall with blue eyes and light gray suit. Bridgeport search underway. reports can be given to Samuel A. Etkowils at the Young Men's and Young Women's Hebrew Association of Bridgeport.

Bridgeport Hapmd The Young Men's and Young Women's Hebrew Association of

Senate resolution seeks daylight time shift for east

A Senate resolution from New Jersey proposes advancing standard time in the east. The plan would move clocks to begin at 2 a m on the coming Sunday and continue until the last Sunday in Lamiber. The measure was introduced by a Republican.

Washington Repubtican New Jersey

Picketing Denied by Union Leaders in Stamford Case

Defense denies interference with Stamford clothing shop amid a garment workers strike spillover from New York. Defendants Rove Cevlone J Matatona and Lugene Rienag face contempt allegations for allegedly violating an injunction issued last April by Judge Jenn J Beeler. Trial tied to threats allegedly made against Stamford shop employees.

Rove Cevlone J. Matatona Lugene C. Rienag Stamford Jenn J. Beeler Ferion Equit Wool Taney Jann I. Heeler Workers of America Carrick Teikin Company New York Golberg and Rabinowitz Connecticut New York Garment Manufiernrers Duavid Warvison Miter Lay

Price fixing plot charged against U S Steel Corp

A grand jury returned charges accusing U S Steel Corp of involvement in a price fixing plot. Investigators say the alleged scheme targeted steel markets, with alleged meetings and documents reviewed. The case centers on corporate actions affecting pricing across multiple markets.

U.S. Steel Corp

Bridgeport Bills Bill Aims to Legalize City Payments

Hartford report outlines a proposed legislature measure to legalize deficits owed by Bridgeport for city department contracts with no prior appropriations. The bill would modify the charter to allow spending only with specific authorization and sufficient funds, aiming to end injunctions blocking payment to Bridgeport Construction Co. and similar bills.

Hartford Bridgeport Superior Court Bridgeport Construction Company Donnelly Board of Apportionment Treasury

Supreme Court Rent Laws Verdict Sparks National Menace Debate

The Supreme Court decision on rent laws provokes widespread alarm and intense debate among constitutional lawyers and public figures. Observers note its potential to reshape constitutional interpretation and spark swift, far reaching discussions across the country. Justice McKenna dissented in the ruling, signaling broader controversy.

Supreme Court Petar Washington Sypreme Court United States

Courts Begin at 9 A.M Standard Time

Courts in Heinshed county will adjust to daylight saving time next week though court hours remain unchanged. Lawyers supported moving opening court from 10 A.M in a nearly unanimous vote, with details continued on page 1h.

Heinshed

Stormy House clash over Army appropriation bill

A five hour House battle centered on the Army appropriation bill. Debates focused on troop levels in Germany and an amendment to raise enlistments to 177,000, which was rejected. A resolution from Representative Garrett questioned President Harding on withdrawal plans, while prohibition was bystanders’ target as the chamber adjourned.

Washington Germany Congress Garrers Tennesse Uling Democratic Teader Harding Drowes Home Sach Dan T Garrett Iorders Limes Kahn Military al- Faira Committee Wille Ashn Yd Linger Olor Aueshon Abalmnay Kahn Army Wet Jess Thon Akaryland Kenaven Wissead Rice Mandel

Germans Thank Hoover for Aid in Relief Effort

Berlin April 29 Germans thank President Ebert for relief from the American Relief Administration and note the end of food ticket sales and food package distribution at April's end. New York authorities seek injunctions over a wine seizure and plan suits against police officials for damages.

Ebert Enright Berlin American Relief Administration Ebert Siti Fleibert Hoover Relief Administration Tegret Europe

Burroughs on Stand Denies Bribe Charge

In federal court Bridgeport, Burroughs testifies he never accepted money as police aids deny bribery claims. The case concerns an international automobile theft conspiracy with Bridgeport officers alleging help in pursuing thieves shipping cars to New York and overseas. The defense attorney questions whether any $5000 was given, while officials continue testimony on Burroughs role.

Delrote Cy Burroughs Lung Hin Holbrook Bridgeport Nash Chargy Ness Parrs Burroughs Derrai New York Dire Luis Sidternes Willias J Monnelly Witne

Jitney and Truck Crash Injures Passenger in Norwalk

A collision on the Post road Westport involving a jitney and a motor truck left passenger Domini Colendra of 288 George Street severely injured with possible skull fracture. Several others sustained minor injuries or shock while those not hurt returned home. the crash disrupted travel and responders assisted at Norwalk Hospital.

Domini Colendra George Street Norwalk Hospital Post Road Westport Verween i Norwalk Bridgeport Filmey Wdith Godesky Algert Main Street Norvalk Jared

Charities Receive 2500 From Contingent Fund

Meeting notes reveal transfers from the contingent fund totaling 2500 to charity and park departments. Debate centers on propriety of returning transferred funds if departments do not repay. Ward officials discuss interim use and accountability amid budgetary tensions.

Charities Park Department Goth Utes William E. Seeley John A. Léverty Ite

Weathered Verse Ad Copy Hints at Weekend Skies

Fragmented lines hint at weekend outdoors and Sunday return, with archaic phrasing and weather imagery. The piece reads like a poetic ad urging time in fields and woods, concluding with a dated 1924 copyright note.

Weather forecast for Saturday and Sunday across the northeast

The oxilook shows showers in New England and interior New York, with generally fair weather elsewhere east of the Mississippi on Saturday. Sunday should be largely fair east of the river. Temperatures rise in the east, with New England warmer. Observations from the local Weather Bureau near Bridgeport and New Haven.

Washington New England New York Mississippi River Ippi River

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