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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Aug 17, 1921

Page

1

De Valera Declares No Negotiations to Save Faces

In a Dublin parliament speech, Eamon de Valera refuses to negotiate to save faces over dominion home rule. Frank P. Walsh rises in applause, Mike Collins and Arthur Griffith react as crowds cheer. De Valera cites bloodshed and justice, laments Wilson and British ministers.

Dublin de Valera Mansion House Lloyd George Dail Andes de Valera Frank R. Walsh Kelly Mike Collins Arthur Griffith Freland Flanders France Wilson

Sinn Fein Demands Complete Irish Independence

Associated Press reports Sinn Fein continues to push for full independence for Ireland. In Dublin the opening of the Irish Republican Parliament sees leader Fama Be Valers address members, asserting Ireland’s claim to separation from Empire and declaring the parliament the sole voice of the Irish people.

Dublin Associated Press Ireland Bie

Lenglen collapses in defeat to Mallory at Forest Hills

Suzanne Lenglen, holder of the world title, collapses ill during the second round of the United States championship at Forest Hills. After losing the first set 6-2 to Mrs. Molla Mallory, Lenglen faints and defaults the match as spectators watch in uneasy silence.

Mule Lenglen Forest Hills Court N. Y Associated Press Mile Suzanne Lenglen Paris France United States West Side Molla Bjurstedt Mallory Longlen Mallory Georges Carpentier Suzanne Mira Mallory Idvs Mite Lenslen Deuce Twies Pas Mel Jevy Witnl

Gage on Mile. Lenglen sparks debate over retirement norms

An American commentator clarified the confusion over Mile. Lenglen's retirement, contrasting French and American sports habits. He said France accepts retirement as a disgrace, while America favors persevering through hardship until the end, implying Lenglen should follow French custom rather than American ones.

Mile. Lenglen France America Mile. Gengsten

Homebrewing Allowed After House Amendment

Aug 16 Washington reports House interpretations of Campbell amendment allowing any householder to possess a still. Federal warrants would be required to enter homes in liquor searches, but no warrant would be issued unless belief of use for sale exists. Motion to strike related wording failed 96 to 0.

Washington House

Government envoy aids ex soldiers in Bridgeport area

The Bridgeport Red Cross reports the government is sending an envoy with a physician to assist ex-service members. It outlines filing new or reopened claims, tax matters, and insurance cases, with appointments from 10 am to 12 noon Saturday at a local office serving Bridgeport Stratford and Fairfield.

War Risk Insurance Bureau Bridgeport Administration Frolden Hill Street Sician Red Crass Wes Vere Finnt Thay H Gugtesa Tc New Sereey Yoo- F Ted Sgreagy Kes Jiurjin- Brune

Secret Message to Husband Ends in Wife's Death

An anonymous phone tip led John Lamb to Wolfe home where an unclothed stranger was found. Wolfe, attacked the intruder and later discovered his wife dead from poison after a stormy confrontation at the UG Singer Sewing Machine plant. Medical examiners and police pursue leads as the affair and identity of the intruder remain unclear.

UG Singer Sewing Machineemuvpans Toxeph Wolfe Stratford Ave Svatfa Sar Fligabeth Aug Gbe Gridgeport Wolfe Ha Hng John Lord Lamb Samuel Garlick Iaw Wolfs Home Walt Resser Lamb

Fatal riot aftermath in Augusta injures many

An Augusta incident leaves five dead and seven injured after a Black man ran amuck through a business district. Patrolman W. W. Moore and another officer killed a man amid a public safety clash as crowds gathered and rioting broke out. Rain helped disperse the mob, but armed crowds returned. Conditions and weather details remained unclear late tonight.

Augusta Anz W. W. Moore Ube Nervaes

George Gordon Battle to Address Democrats

George Gordon Barre of New York and lawyer of note and Hon Herbert C. Peli, chairman of New York State democratic committees, are to speak at a Sunday event on August 20. The Fourth District Democratic committee oversees arrangements to accommodate attendees from surrounding areas. The meeting will feature formal remarks and a question period led by local state party figures.

George Gordon Barre New York Herbert C. Peli New York State Democratic Kha Peskers Torether

State Firemen Honor Fire Chief Johnson at Ceremony

A thawing ceremony honored Fire Chief Johnson before about 280 attendees in New Haven. Mayor Putnam welcomed the group and cited the chiefs leadership as officers were sworn in, with names from New Britain to Middletown listed among attendees.

Johnson

Prohibition Abolished By Soviets in Russia

A Moscow dispatch reports Soviet Russia has abolished prohibition and issued a decree permitting manufacture and sale of beverages up to 14 percent alcohol. Vodka ban, once enforced by the Nicholas government, had limited drinks to 1.5 percent since 1916. The Soviet move ends the strict prohibition era in the country.

Riga Associated Press Russia Loetvian Telegraphic Agency Moscow Nicholas Duma

King Peter of Serbia Dies at 76 in Exile and War

Belgrade dispatch reports King Peter of Serbia, 76, died after a life of wartime leadership and exile. He abdicated in 1914, returned to lead troops, and championed Serbian resistance through Albanian escape to Saloniki before overseeing a nomadic government in Cet. His son Alexander later became army commander and was named heir in 1918.

Belgrade Jugoslavia Peter Serbia Alexander Juog-Siagia Albania Saloniki Cert Nish Rom Greece Hegert Kageorgevitch National Council of Jacoslavia Apia Croatia Montenegro Slavanti Bos

Two Auto Accidents Leave One Dead and Two Hurt

Clarence W. Klein, 23, of 198 College Street New Haven, died after his touring car overturned on Maple Street Westport while Donald H. Andrews of Southington suffered injuries and was taken to St. Vincent's Hospital. Edward W. Delgar of Stratford fractured his left collar bone and sustained scalp lacerations in a Milford crash involving a Bridgeport jitney secretary John Succa and passengers Attorney Jacob B Klein Judge Robert DeForest.

Bridgeport Clarence W. Klein College Street Mew Haven Maple Street Westport Donald H. Andrews Southington St. Vicent’s Hospital Edward @W. Delgar Honeyspot Road Stratford Milford Ktomers Delgar John Succa Toyer Street Jacob B. Klein Robert E. DeTorest United States Court New Haven Klein Andrews New York Kein Maplin Street Weston W. JH. Donaldson

Conn. Co. Appeals to Halt Ali Jits up in September

Federal hearing in New Haven tested constitutionality of the jitney law. Judges Thomas Manton Knox heard sparse arguments as Bridgeport and New Haven attorneys pressed to halt jitneys. The Connecticut Company seeks to void recent Public Utilities Commission ruling affecting 44 jitney routes. Court to resume in September with Stamford and Danbury sessions planned to ease congestion.

Conn. Co Ali New Haven Edwin S. Thomas Martins. Manton John C. Knox Bridgeport Connecticut Company Martin Manton Robert J. Woodratt George D. Watrous Walter J. Noyes Frank E. Healy Etate Robert 3. DeForest Jitneymen Superior Court Naturalization Stamford Danbury Antonia Caporosa John Nuzzi Willard Street Woodruff Watrous Noyes Traction Company Wooodruff DeForest Healy Higgins Public Utilities Commission DeKoret Woodyate

Dollar Day Draws Crowds to City Shops

Vendors report a huge success as shoppers flooded streets and stores yesterday. Merchants praise the volume of business and crowded aisles, with some dealers forced to pause to manage the rush and accommodate buyers.

U S Halts Imports of Beer From Canada

Windsor Ont Aug 18 Ontario enforcement officers halted beer exports to the United States. A shipment from a Walkerville brewery was seized en route to Walkerville docks under orders from the Attorney General's Department.

Windsor Ont United States Ontario Walkerville Deral "Pevonto

Seaplane Sets Altitude Record Near Washington

A seaplane flight piloted by Commander Dad McCullough carried three passengers to an altitude of 20,000 feet near HORT WASSINGTON, NV, with weather conditions limiting further ascent. Officials of the Aeronautics Authority witnessed the milestone, marking a record for seaplane performance in this region.

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Blind Man Charged in Mothe r of Three Murder Case

In Paso, Aug 18, Tramon Ramirez, 20, a blind man, was jailed and charged with the murder of his mother in law and her three children aged 4 to 8. Sheriff Boone said Ramirez entered the house where Conuuto Mavi, 32, was slain and the children were found slain. police say the motive was to take the family’s money and flee.

PASO Tramon Ramirez Aheritta Tonadhia Aleeping Walt A Mila Mra Conuuto Mavi Contade Ophelia Ard Fanua Wea Fta Boniant Boone Alina M. M

New Tax Measure labeled Rich Man's Bill by Democrats

Washington August 11 The nation’s tax bill totals 198.64 million this fiscal year and 377.79 million next year with 79.28 million in 1528 the figures cited by Ways and Means Chairman Wordney in a majority report. Democrats plan a caucus attack branding the measure a rich man’s bill while minority analysis questions the method of reductions. The House committee reported the bill with Democrats voting against it and a rule set to move the measure through the House by 3 p m Saturday debate scheduled for 11 a m tomorrow. The bill claims tax relief totals 790.39 million in net gains and losses, equating to about 7 per capita or a 35 cent annual saving per family.

Washington Wordney Ways and Heans Committee House Hitles Ways Merns Demoocrats selif_ly

Harding Adds Senate Voice to Foreign Affairs Delegation

President Harding appoints Senator Henry Cabot Lodge of Massachusetts as Foreign Relations Committee chair to the American delegation to the disarmament conference. Secretary Hughes named to head the group, with broader Senate participation possible. potential mentions include Senator Underwood and Senator Nixon. The move signals cross party input during treaty negotiations.

Henry Cabot Lodge United States Washington Senate Harding Te- Ong Henry Cabot Todge Massachusetts White House Tudge Huehes Gordge Dvsel Fent Bey Lkely Underwood Alabama Nox Pennsylvania

Senate votes to recess from August to September end

The Senate voted 15 to 18 today to recess from Wednesday August 24 to Wednesday September 43. Senator Yeauleo announced Congress would not adjourn next week unless the Garnipole's Due was passed or Ut date.

Washington Aus Senate Resoss Yeauleo Congress

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