Peace Hope Fades As Lloyd George Yields To Enders In Ireland
London reports Premier Lloyd George bows to Tory pressure demanding a war to the bitter end in Ireland. Peace prospects before Christmas fade as leaders like Verge MacSwiney and other Irish figures are used to justify continued hardline terms. Cabinet deliberations consider replying to Father O Langan with no amnesty and continued insistence on independence talks. The piece notes moderates pleading for peace while hardliners push for unwavering policy.
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Greenwood
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Arei
Lloyd-George
Veronca MacSwiney
Faust
Steenwood
Carson
Birkenhead
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Pather
Llanagan
Englang
Hamar Grethwood
Tha
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Lo Grant Greenwood
Dubin
Cork
Mary MacSwiney testimony charges British in Ireland
Miss Mary MacSwiney sister of Cork’s late Lord Mayor testifies before the One Hundred committee on Irish question accusing Britain of stirring religious hatred and a reign of terror to force submission. She says Ireland will win freedom and that the United States kept to its ideal of making the world safe for democracy, while promising removal of British influence.
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Washington
Dec
Ireland
Mary MacSwiney
Cork
Muriel MasSwiney
Trelang
Movement For Irish Freedom
United States
Rene
Mayor Wilson Opens National Housing Conference in Bridgeport
The Eighth National Housing Conference begins with Mayor Wilson delivering the welcome address at 10 30 am in the Stratherd ballroom. Bridgeport hosts over 300 delegates, showcasing local housing projects and a government Remington Arms tour, with public sessions and wide attendance planned by the housing corps and chamber representatives.
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United States
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Chambarn
City Departments Submit Transfer Requests to Board
The Board of Apportionment will hold a meeting in City Hall tomorrow at 4 pm. Departments seek transfers including 2108.15 from Apportionment to pay pressing bills, use interest on 500 for Edward Hallam prize, and 25 000 moved from Education to the refuse fund not yet returned. Dr Callahan notes mine material unsold due to low prices but hopes 25040 will be returned by January 1.
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Flexith
Canadian Anazes Eagle Statesmen Clash Over League Finances
A Canadian assembly member denounces European control and opposes League three subcommittees on finances, transit, and health under the League of Nations. N W Rowell argues distant nations cannot send delegates abroad for multiple conferences, claiming European influence would grow. British delegates react with grave silence as Canada warns against surrendering sovereignty.
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Ninances
Canada
Heald
Arhur Balfour
Mr Fishers
Robert Zecl
South Africa
Presidential Vote In Argentina Will Decide Pact Stand
Buenos Aires reports say Argentina’s withdrawal from the League of Nations may dominate the coming presidential race. Predictions say the issue will spark bitter controversy with factions backing and opposing President Irigoyen’s international policy. Critics fault the government for delaying a firm stance on the League.
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League of Nationa
Hartford Trust Co Employee Confesses To Embezzling 150000
Porter of Hartford, 28, an employee and department head at Hartford Trust Co, confessed to embezzling 150000. Police say 50000 in cash remained in his possession. bank plans restitution of 49000 and has $100000 insurance, leaving a 50000 loan to the bank.
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Tattoo Clues May ID Milford Turnpike Crash Victim
A girl killed in Milford when the sidecar of a motorcycle detached during a collision with a truck left tattoo clues on her arms and legs. Police seek identity as Peter Champ, of Hartford, claimed not to know her. Coroner to hold inquest. Champ jailed after the crash near Milford Lane.
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Haytford
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Devon
W. Dunning
Constantine Declines Abdication Assertion by Adviser
Lucerne Switzerland December Associated Press Constantine will not relinquish his claim to the Greek throne, says adviser Professor Georgios Streir. George, staying Bucharest with his family, will join Constantine en route to Athens. Constantine’s party prepares for departure amid uncertainty about date and invitation from Athens.
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Brindisi
Wilson Declines Send Envoys to League Assembly
President Wilson refuses to send delegates to the League of Nations disarmament discussions. He states the United States is not a member and cannot appoint a commission to participate. The reply, sent through the State Department, emphasizes sympathy with disarmament efforts but rejects formal participation.
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Dec
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Three Masked Men Routed by Woman With Lighted Lamp
A female resident shouted down a stair landing as three masked intruders attempted a breach at a store. She lit a lamp and flung it, scattering the trio and foiling the robbery.
Negro Population in Bridgeport City Wins Increase
Washington report notes Bridgeport Connecticut Negro population at 2,258, up 69.4 percent. White population stands at 142,106, up 40,545 or 40.3 percent. All others total 104. The figures reflect demographic shifts in the city.
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Builders claim forced bids and price fixing in city supply
Testimony from two construction firms with combined business near 1000000 dollars says competitive bids vanished for bricks sand gravel marble limestone cement and other materials before a state inquiry. Witnesses describe identical estimates and all embracing supplier control that pushed prices up and limited competition in New York during the alleged building trust.
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Boston
Paul Edwards Called to Brooklyn Church as Longtime Pastor Moves
Rev. Paul Edwards, pastor of the First Methodist Church of this city, has accepted a call to the Lane s Church in Brooklyn New York to succeed Rev. W. Dung who has joined Emory Methodist Church in Pittsburgh. Edwards cites loyalty and growth as key reasons for his move and expresses faith the new post will allow broader service to the kingdom of God. He is a graduate of Marion College and Drew Theological Seminary, with prior pastorates in Woodhury and Riverbend and service in the Indians Conference before moving to the seminary.
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Hearings Planned on Tax and Tariff Revision by Congress
Republican leaders move to begin immediate hearings on tax law revision in the House Ways and Means Committee led by Fordney, with Senate Finance to follow. Plans call for hearings now through January 6, with March 4 set for extra session tariff work. Fordney proposes simplification of corporate taxes and a flat rate for corporations, while criticizing high government expenditure and waste identified in Secretary Houston’s report.
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Two Bridgeporters Sentenced to Sing Sing Chair
Two former Bridgeport residents Joseph Milano and James Cassidy face execution by electric chair at Sing Sing tonight after being found guilty of murder in the Otto Fials case at the Intervale Avenue subway station in the Bronx. Both men have Brickport crim e records and were involved in violent incidents dating from 1916, including a saloon shooting and a chase that ended with Milano’s conviction for assault with intent to kill.
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Sunday amusements in Texas ruled illegal by high court
The state court of criminal appeals held that Sunday motion picture shows and Sunday baseball with admission fees charged are illegal in Texas. The decision stakes religious observance and commercial activities on Sundays.
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Submarine Chaser Crew Joins D Annunzio Forces
A submarine chaser crew and craft reportedly deserted Italy last evening and joined D Annunzio forces. The vessel, stationed at Abbaula, was attached to the blockading squadron and welcomed by the powers legionnaires.
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Senate May Act to Revive War Finance Corporation Friday
Washington report notes a push in the Senate to revive the War Finance Corporation to aid farmers facing falling prices. Senator Gronna of North Dakota leads discussion on immediate passage, amid assurances traders will not hinder action, with proposals to empower banking and currency committees to study enabling legislation. Additional measures seek to curb speculation in stocks and bonds and to restrict grain sales futures and feed markets.
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