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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Aug 17, 1921
Page
2
Washington observers note public interest grows as Congress weighs Lasker led reform at the Shipping Board. The piece argues his businesslike, rapid approach suits the agency’s chaotic finances and large deficit, with six months to show progress and two years to prove results.
The article describes Suzanne Lenglen defaulting a singles match after a coughing fit and towel episode, while Mrs. Mallory dominates with superior speed and power. It notes comparisons to earlier play, mixed results for other players, and mentions public reaction to Lenglen's performance on American courts.
A long obituary portrait recalls King Peter I Karageorgevitch of Serbia, his democratic leanings and popular appeal, while detailing the palace coup that ended King Alexander and Queen Draga’s reign. It notes his exile from Belgrade, later return, and his enduring ties to the people as modernization pressed on.
Two injured and one dead after a truck load of pipe shifted during transport along a rural road. The tailpipe load fell and struck bystanders. Deputy Sheriff Perry investigated the accident and coroner’s inquest was held. Dr Voo G Fischer treated the injured man who was later sent home.
A Bridgeport car seized by authorities after theft from Bessie Libby of Maine was traced to a Marshalltown garage in Iowa. The owner Alvin Libby and insurer agents helped identify the thief as Jesse Libby. The car will be returned to its rightful owner, with the case proceeding toward trial and restitution.
A fragment reports forestry officials in Center County observing primeval trees with vast variety and a very large living circumference. One specimen is noted at least one foot in circumference, indicating ancient growth near the Login State Forest boundaries.
New York based article describes researchers weighing and photographing alleged ghosts using microscopes as part of a September issue on inventions and discoveries. It notes the eerie phenomena and claims to document spirit communication while previewing Popular Science Month features and a sold out edition.
A confused report describes a husband moving a woman to an attic hideaway then bringing her downstairs where she died. Doctors determined the death was suicide, and investigators noted the husband faced no arrest as the case moved to police headquarters for a full review.
In Dublin crowds await a possible break as the public session with De Valera looms. An officer commands the hall while Ra Valera arrives. a secret session will draft the official reply to Downing Street. Public sentiment runs high over current proposals and alterations are anticipated.
Milford August 16 The Chamber of Commerce annual outing at Roibte beach Brenton Thursday promises to be the largest and most successful yet. It is expected to exceed prior attendances with many Stratford chamber representatives joining local business men in the day’s program. Plans call for departure from Milford about 9 oclock with presentations by local officials and merchants on the program.
The customs office recorded clearance papers for several vessels including the British schooner Ronald & Yongster from Stamford to New York for coal then to Nova Scotia, the American schooner Helvetia unloading Jaogwoon from St. Mare, Halti, and the British schooner Joan Hielberg from Norwalk to Perth Amboy then New Brunswick. William Stearns and crew of Pequonnock Yacht Shawnee III planned a short cruise, with stops at Huntington and Greenport before sailing on the Munson line Aeolus to South America. Frederick W. Baters Frank T. White and William C. Fox were listed as leaving for the voyage from New York tomorrow.
John B Clapp a well known longtime resident died at his home 886 William street at noon yesterday He was the second G A R veteran to die within a week Surviving him are two daughters Mrs Carry Townsend and Mrs Broad A funeral attended by G A R members will be held at the late home at 7 o clock this evening and the body will later be taken to Bethel for burial Thursday
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