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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Aug 11, 1922
Page
2
Rail executives deny widespread use of defective locomotives amid a strike push. Herbert Hinker and others defend inspection duties, noting engineers can reject unfit engines. Officials cite Albany reports of thorough checks and a Lackawanna strike ballot involving about 5,000 workers.
Washington. Hooper chairman of the Railroad Labor Board was summoned to Washington by President Harding to discuss emergency legislation to avert a national railroad paralysis. He conferred with Harding and others, and the plan includes seeking Congress approval to appoint a United States receiver if needed. The president hopes to urge enactment of a $50 million measure and may appear before Congress next week.
A blend of union action and railroad security moves across multiple locations as a Ble Your brother hoods committee warns Santa Fe officials that with guards withdrawn trains would be moved from the property. The notice takes effect immediately amid unsettled labor tensions and guard deployments.
Fragmentary text references state institutions unions railroad trainmen and touching cars for switching, with garbled phrases about ratings and a Utila aluskey. No clear event or outcome is readable.
Pennsylvania reports show shopmen at about 14 percent above normal with 75 000 workers under typical conditions. Comparisons indicate a rise from last week while 24 hour gains added 47 workers amid ongoing production levels.
In federal court the Central Railroad of New Jersey secured an injunction to stop men formerly employed at its Mauch Chunk shops from interfering with current workers. The returnable date is August 18 at Sunbury for arguments on permanence. Also reported, a Boston & Maine vandalism incident disrupted the Connecticut River division near Greenfield and Holyoke as block signals were tampered with.
Senators Walsh and Pomerene challenge constitutional basis of a flexible tariff plan tied to production costs and foreign valuation. They warn delegation risks surrendering taxing power to the President, citing historic limits and seeking to curb ongoing rate campaigns and emergency powers.
The union policy committee met as talks on restoring expired contracts continued. Mr Lewis said no wage cuts and miners would not return under the old terms unless a new scale is agreed. Gallagher stated the conference aimed to set a baseline for settlements, with many operators ready to accept, while others could break away from unions and state associations.
Trains on the New Jersey Central and Pennsylvania lines were delayed over an hour when a tender from a Jersey Central express left its rails a quarter mile from Matawan. No cars jumped the track and no injuries were reported as commuter services to New York and New Jersey resorts were disrupted for the week.
Stratford council debates bringing back former town manager Hunter after a recall election. Discussions include whether to offer the post, with council members split but leaning toward restoring Hunter, and notes on town counsel reappointment, building line approvals, and local real estate interests shaping decisions. Public telegrams and votes reflect divided sentiment.
Police Superintendent Guy R Molony plans to deputize about a thousand Legionnaires to act as provost guards during the five day Americas Legion convention in New Orleans. Molony, an active Legion member, says the former soldiers will help police handle crowds estimated at 270000 visitors and protect life and property along the parade route. He cites Kansas City's 156600 visitors in a recent convention as a precedent and expresses confidence in Legion men safeguarding citizens and visitors.
Officials report mixed success in forming emergency price controls as states like New England, New York, and Massachusetts actively address profiteering while others lag. Rail service from coal regions improves under federal priority, aiding production recovery. A plan to aid anthracite coal regions was presented to President Harding by Senator Pepper, Secretary Hoover, and Chairman Lasker.
Illinois plans the sixty fourth anniversary gathering on August 26 with 56 000 expected attendees. Speakers include Democrat Taynd Albert J. Beveridge and Republican from Indiana Senator Pat Harrison. State leaders and lawmakers are invited as observers to a historic political event in the state capital area.
Telegrams from wartime dispatches say the British cruiser Raleigh ran aground leaving up to eleven crew dead. Reports from Halifax indicate the Empress liner accompanying the scene also suffered at sea, with further casualties feared as authorities awaited confirmation.
Five people were slightly injured when a mysterious explosion leveled a Manhattan food importing firm, with a section of the wall collapsing into a one story frame stable and burying horses in their stalls.
Governor James Hartness has appointed a fuel administrator and two committees to manage the fuel shortage in Vermont. He follows guidance from dealers that no anthracite coal is available and directs measures to conserve current coal stocks and maximize wood usage.
London Aug 19 The condition of Lord Northelsle remains grave. Representatives of the publisher asked the Bishop of London today for prayers for his recovery and relief from the disease.
A conflict in Macao involving Portuguese forces and Chinese mobs followed an African Mozambique Expeditionary Force soldier being assaulted after a dispute. Mob violence sparked by racial tensions led to arrests, dispatches of infantry, and curfews as authorities imposed martial law to preserve order amid gunfire and attacks on ships and shops.
Granby Aug 19 A tobacco planter Winslawski was held in 8000 bail at a preliminary hearing tonight in connection with the death of Mrs Anna Negri of New York who died thirty minutes after a car struck her on the Granby road last night He is confined in the county jail pending a second hearing tomorrow The accused reportedly failed to stop his car after the wreck Tony Wer nowski of Granby was in the car but not arrested The woman was crushed and died en route to hospital
Firemen battled a stubborn blaze in Providence causing extensive damage estimated at 100 dollars. Several manufacturers on Jackson, Frans eluco and Lime streets were affected as injuries were reported among firefighters and two were taken to hospital for serious injuries.
In Naberville Illinois Aug 10 a plane caught fire in the air over the town. The burning aircraft fell toward the water as hundreds of residents rushed to the scene. The aviators were identified as Edward Schille of Chicago and Lyrey Keller of Naberville.
In London crowds gathered outside Walton Prison as Joseph Sullivan and Reginald Bung faced charges for the assassination of Marshal Henry Whson. Onlookers sang, prayed, and pleaded for clemency amid the execution context. the tumult underscored public hunger for justice in the temper of the times.
Mish Macniific reports that Mathilde Wcormick, a cavalry officer’s fiancée, departed Paris for Switzerland this morning, likely to join her fiancé in Hafus. The note suggests high public interest in the social match.
August 1 report from Gunkirg notes a missed union meeting at The Incal plant of the American Locomotive command. The item mentions repair work on crippling engines and lists names with unclear details. Further specifics are not readable in the terse OCR fragment.
Washington Aug 10 supporters of the bonus bill fear the quorum will be lacking as the Senate prepares to take up the measure. With many senators signaling they will not attend, the vote and debate on the pension issue may be delayed further.
Derby attorney and former State Senate member F. O'Sullivan announced his bid for Congress in the Fifth District. He joins two other Democratic contenders backing soldiers’ relief, prohibition repeal, and tariff reform. Republicans have not fielded a candidate.
Aug 10. A giant narcotic ring operating in the United States with agents distributed through Exrape and other foreign counties is believed to be uncovered by the unearthing of morphine. The value of the opiate is as high as 859,000 with 51 bales of opiate received from the Arrowhead Paper Company here yesterday.
Pailadelptita August 14. Jane dita treped to the running board of an automobile in a Nedawetowt section cocay, stabbed the motorist in the back, then leaped away as a companion grabbed the wheel and sped off. The motorist, John Bernachas, is hospitalised with a serious wound as Wicks escaped.
Fire at Camp Grant base near Rockford Illinois threatens multiple structures. Early reports say a blaze started around 2 o clock this evening, spreading and forcing halt of all nearby fire companies.
Eugene O Brien a well known motion picture actor is in critical condition at a Hollywood hospital with internal injuries and a possible skull fracture after being run over by a motor truck in Los Angeles.
Hoover, aged 68, celebrated in Washington with officials stating his only goal on the anniversary was business as usual. The Commerce Department emphasized a strong focus on national affairs while marking the milestone.
Axel Pedersen loses balance aboard the steamer President Arthur as he toppled into the sea while painting the ship with bright red and green hues. Passengers fear disaster until doctors confirm Pedersen only suffered from paint exposure, treated with a benzine turpentine shower.
Henderson Kentucky reports the Dade Park track will host its fourth course during completion of the new facility. The park aims to be Kentucky’s largest track with wide turns and clear pony views, overseen by the Kentucky Racing Commission. A seven day trotting meet opens October 17, with additional running meets planned in spring and fall. Excursions from Chicago Louisville and Indianapolis will attend, led by Bradley Wilson and Gordon B Hall, as general manager and secretary respectively.
A vintage grocery ad promotes White Mountain Cream cake framing with Baker's Vanilla or Lamon Extract to achieve exquisite flavor. Available at all grocers.
All men, women and children suffering from rupture are urged to call for free advice. Experts with lifelong study offer comfort and permanent relief regardless of prior appliances used. Remember the address on Fairfield Avenue, Bridgeport, Conn.
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