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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Aug 02, 1922

Page

2

Britain Offers to Cancel Claims to Aid France

A note from the British government outlines willingness to surrender Britain’s share of German reparations if a broader Anglo-French settlement can be reached. It states Britain would abandon all further rights to German reparations and repayment by Allies only within a general, agreed plan. The note emphasizes not seeking more than necessary and stresses charges arose for wider Allied needs, not just Britain’s.

Castoo Great Britain Pears Skyeger Britain Pabeyrnce France United States Germany

Tax claimants push for refunds after assessment errors

About 26 petitioners for a tax refund and reimbursement of interest and expenses appeared before the committee on claims in the city council chamber. Most claims concern nonpersonal matters, with only two for personal injuries from sidewalk falls. Petitioners were heard and reports will be presented at the council meeting next Monday night.

Committee On Claims Comet Council Chamber Democratic Clu Scott Martin

Woman Dies on Train Near Putnam on Boston Bound Service

Mrs. Deilw McKean Prior of Putnam died suddenly this afternoon on a Boston train after leaving Hyreford hospital. She was on the way to a doctor when she collapsed. The body was removed from the train at the station.

Putnam Deilw McKean Boston Hyreford Hospital Boetor

Community clubs plan second annual event at The Farm

More than 300 members and friends of Purity lodge White Shrine of Jerusalem and numerous fraternal groups announce the second annual gathering at The Farm Black Rock August 12 starting at 3 o'clock with a ground baseball game among local teams followed by hot dog contests sack races peanut hunts and other activities for children and adults including dances bowling and swimming in the pool the event promises a full afternoon of games and socializing in a rural setting.

Purity Lodge White Shrine of Grgyo Avous & O

Long Leading in Missouri Primary

Long campaign letters urge defeating Reed as literacy and wartime policy accusations color the race. Reed attacks Hoover and laments League of Nations stance while Long defends price fixing by a commission. Mrs. Chaia Cia backs Reed amid dry wets division in Missouri Senate contest.

Wisem Missouri Reed Mr. Long Wilson Peed Long Red Font League of Nations Wierconein Jamey Thompson Senate Dan Heinsok Lyrough Fom A Venns Lone

Swanson Leading in Virginia Democratic U S Senate Race

Official returns from many precincts in Virginia show Senator Beneator A Swanson leading for the Democratic nomination to the United States Senate. Swanson registered substantial majorities in both urban and rural sections where returns were counted.

Richmond Gark Beneator A. Swanson Wextmorelard Davis United States Swanson Gathy

Southerland Heads List in West Virginia Primary

Charleston West Virginia August 1 Associated Press Senator Howard Sutherland maintained his lead for the Republican nomination in the statewide primary. Geddes trailed in the Wheeling area with preliminary figures showing Sutherland ahead in one precinct out of many. Oyler, a Democrat, was fading with 11 354 to 10 328 in early comparisons.

Charleston W. Va Howard Sutherland Aldmeit United States Fe. Geddes Sutharlani Wale Oyler Xneey

Oklahoma City mayor tops primary returns

Oklahoma City officials report early primary results with J C Walton leading in Democratic gubernatorial race and Ti A Wilson ahead for superintendent of public instruction. In Congress race Becond Oklahoma district shows Miss Alice Mobertson leading over Gus Tineh with early returns from a subset of precincts. Manuel Hereick running third in Eighth district as Garber and Swindall totals appear.

Oklahoma City Associated Frees J. C. Walton Parmur-Labor Ti. A. Wilsen Superintendent of Public Instruction Wasson Wilson Thomas H. Owen Aska Finn Alice Mobertson Congress Okahoma Gus Tineh Qed Manuel Hereick Eighth Distret Heo Thecoun Wag Mi UC Garber Jiharies Swindall Heres

Idaho Senator Proposes General Tariff Inquiry

Idaho Senator Tih chairing agricultural tariff committee announced in the Senate he will introduce a resolution to investigate interests of all Senators in tariff schedules. The inquiry aims to reveal ties to wool rates and metropolitan press opposition to the tariff bill amid medical and agricultural policy debates.

Idaho Ington. Aux Tih N Agriculural Senate Vasil Gooding Nnd

Boland Dies From Wounding After Prison Fight

The report states Harry J. Boland died from wounds after a struggle with a fellow prisoner. An operation was performed at a Dublin hospital, and the article references routine details from a local political meeting and upcoming primary activities.

Struckle Fred Agein Boland Wee Dublin Hospital

Man Charged With Non-Support In City Case

A woman from Asa Street was arrested yesterday on a non-support charge. She was held in $189 bond as police processed the case on the eastern side of town.

Chareed Sabnon Sd Asa Stree

President's letter outlines settlement terms for railroad strike

President's letter endorses settlement terms to end the railroad strike. It calls for recognizing Railroad Labor Board decisions, lifting lawsuits, restoring seniority and job protections, and abandoning the contract system. The letter stresses prompt acceptance by employers and workers to restore stable railway operations.

Seny York Arrding Wardeat Tabor Boat Secon Servirg Railroad Labor Board Rhce Dent Arcand Railtrond Labor Board Gourge OUF Ins Dugtria Malway Topara Woerty

Rail Executives Endorse Ready Stand on Settlement Plan

Railroad leaders push for government backed settlement while backing seniority and orderly return to work. They urge prompt, lawful decisions by the Railroad Labor Board and resist broad intervention, citing a need to protect loyal employees and maintain railway service amid strike pressure.

Smith New York Central Aneir Gnh T- Smith Ewe SBT Ure Lée Iy Wag Anmey Fulton Hia AOS Mr. Smith White House Railroad Tabor Calle An Ratibor Board Brailroad Labor Board Labor Board For

Strikers Move Toward Assent on Wage Adjustments

Union leaders pressed for wage advances and a peace program as the Labor Board prepared to consider setting up adjustment boards to settle disputes between capital and labor. They indicated a meeting might be held if the proposal did not force an adjustment board and suggested Congress could amend the Transportation Act.

Sheir Waser Fenders Labor Congress

Rail Labor Board Strife Shapes Rail Service Fallout

A fragmented 1924 railing dispute centers on the Railroad Labor Board and seniority. The disagreement warns that strike threats and morale damage could disrupt indispensable rail transport as workers who stayed and new hires face uncertain protections and promises.

Clerks Walkout Reported At New Haven Railroads

Union officials circulate the vote outcome on clerk walkouts at New York New Haven Hartford and Central New England railroads and related agencies. The result is awaited but expected to influence strike actions and labor adjustments per TR G Stearns, chairman.

New Haven Swaw Davies Fav Heck Laohwass Steanah New York, New Haven & Hartford Railroad Central New England Tn TR G- Stearns Sam Era

Rail workers hope for early agreement on reinstatement

Labor leaders in the district foresee a quick deal to settle the strike by reinstating workers who crossed the picket line. They caution that restoring seniority and privileges for those who stayed could stall progress and complicate the path to full return-to-work.

Girikela Bacaj Cit Ales John Egan

Postal Clerks Arrested in Smuggling Scheme

Three postal clerks facing charges were suspended as details emerge of a brazen attempt to defraud the government. The men, veterans including one who served in France, allegedly conspired to traffic cancelled stamps, operating with a grim chorus and coordinated effort. Prosecution under Postal Regulations could bring up to a $500 fine and three years imprisonment.

Gach Bridaaport Carny Patterson St Louis- Cotahan France Saxowite U.S. Navy Offal Post Charles F. Greene Washington Lavery Department of Justice United States District Court

Coal Loading Speeded Report Of Producers

Washington August 1 Reports from the producing fields reaching government offices today indicated marked increases in coal loadings at the mines and speeding of transportation. An official expressed coal is moving farther and faster than since the rail strike began. This movement is expected to aid relief efforts from damage as goal reserve stacks rise. Government officials are hopeful production will continue to increase under government control cur service and mistribution.

Washington

Cornell RENEWS BLING AT KING political clash cited

Fragmentary editorial expresses concern over Democratic party interference in mayoral politics and calls for renewed governance. It condemns opposition to the mayor as misguided while urging responsible citizenship and party loyalty. Atwater is named in the broader civic debate.

King Agel Joan T. King Atwater

Insurgent Leaders Challenge Cornell Amid Reform Claims

An insurgent group challenges Cornell about backing for specific leaders while alleging a split in command. The report ties the dispute to the Twelfth District and notes the insurgents claim knowledge of key individuals and their loyalties.

Madalynne Grenchain Jury Fails to Reach Verdict

In Los Angeles the jury in the Madalynne Overchain murder case was discharged after failing to agree on a verdict. H G McCartney, deputy district attorney, announced that the trial would be pursued again at a later date.

Madalynne Grenchain Los Angeles Aus Madalynne Overchain

Danbury Man Forfeits Bond On Liquor Charge

Andres Wolko of 87 Patelsivas was arrested Sunday on liquor law charges. He failed to appear and his $200 bond was forfeited. Prosecutor Norman told Judge Samuel Davin Roike may move to Wear Virginia. if he stays a warrant will be issued and he could be rearrested.

Danabure Aquatist Andres Wolko Vid W. Bradley Roiko Norman Samuela Davin

Nose Injury From Swing Strike At Valterseplie

A 15 year old boy from Hallam Street suffered a nose injury after a wooden swing struck him at a playground on the bridge area yesterday. He was taken to Emergency Hospital where Dr Aihara inserted stitches.

Jonn Baynsta Thallam Street Emernency Hospital Pr Aihara

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