Gary Gary proposes steel price start in reduction
New York December 9 a derate reduction in the scale maximum prices for steel and steel products set to take effect January 1 was announced by E H Gary chairman of the American Iron and Steel Institute at a Manufacturers meeting. He urged that the industry sacrifice for steady business noting labor costs rise but levels remain. The plan seeks simultaneous price reductions to ease living costs and stabilize markets.
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War Documents By Kaiser's Pen
Archives in Berlin contain World War origin papers with marginal notes in the former Kaiser's handwriting reports say. Advices received today through official channels state the documents are to be published as announced by the Bavarian premier.
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Berlin
Government To Pay Fully On All Orders
Washington reports that the House Military Affairs committee agreed to a bill authorizing the government to fully pay all firms that furnished war supplies or performed services during the war, even without formal contracts, following verbal or telegraphic orders, as officers from War and Navy departments testified. The measure aims to ensure payment for work done in good faith, regardless of contract status.
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Government housing aid eyed for Bridgeport project
A Bridgeport delegation urged the Senate buildings and grounds committee to grant appropriations and authority to finish government housing plans in Bridgeport and nearby Fairfield. They reported the Bridgeport project is about 90 percent done and expected ready within 30 days, with businesses willing to take over both housing schemes after completion.
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Janitors seek extra pay and school use bids fail
Recreation board members debate paying extra janitorial bills while confirming light heat and quarters. Two janitors presented bills prompting a referral to Superintendent P. V. Gahan. Bassett seeks Red Cross site use on weekends. petition denied. SAF reopens after Christmas recess amid school opening plans. Weather notes forecast cold with rain and snow. Marshal Foch may visit New York. Mayor Hylan invites him to accept freedom of the city and pay tribute for Allied victory. Foch expresses gratitude and acceptance.
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Polish Americans To Occupy Silesia
Amsterdam dispatch reports Polish American divisions have sailed from Havre for Danzig to occupy Posen and Silesia in West Prussia. Headquarters will be in the town of Posen, according to Weser Zeitung’s Warsaw correspondent.
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Welcome Home Wounded Yankees From War Fronts
New York greeted more than 2,000 wounded American soldiers from every state as three ships arrived. The Sierra carried about 1,560, the Comfort 400, and the Chicago 260, with crowds cheering from bridges and watercraft. Red Cross workers boarded to provide sandwiches, coffee, candy, and smokes.
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Sergt Lockwood of Grant Street Killed in Action
Sergeant Russell Lockwood, a 21 year old draftedserviceman from Grant Street, was killed in action October 12 after training at Camp Devens and a southern camp before sailing for France. Prior to service he worked in the mechanical department of the Locomobile company.
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Elderly Norwalk Woman Dies After Self Inflicted Wounds
Misa E. Smith of 32 Catherine street Norwalk died from loss of blood after self inflicted wounds to her arm. Her brother James Smith, living with her, found her in despondent mood earlier. Medical examiner Dr. Huntington arrived but she had already died. The 70 year old long resident had been an invalid for years and suffered financial stress due to his absence from work after an accident.
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Clemenceau Likely to Head Conference at Treves Meeting
Berlin dispatch reports Mathias Erzberger announcing Paris asked Germany to appoint plenipotentiaries for prolongation talks. Delegates to meet December 12 and 13 at Treves. President Wilson likely to be represented at the peace talks by delegates while remaining in close contact with allied heads. Clemenceau expected to chair the conference, held in France, with public reporting preferred and secrecy for sensitive items. Admiral Sims to lead naval escort to Brest under Admiral Mayo with Vice Admiral Wilson handling harbor arrangements for the President’s reception. Britain pledges abolition of compulsory service at the peace conference, with Churchill pressing for a Europe-wide end to conscription.
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Moore Named Principal at Bridges High School
James C. Moore, formerly Bridges School assistant principal, was elected principal with a salary of 3000. John Caskey will assist at 2400, and Edwin W. Johnson and Frederick Smith were appointed science teacher at 1600 and 1500 respectively. Johnson has Remington Arms experience.
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Frederick Smith
Chicago
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Remington Arms Plant
Catholic Pupils Hear Teacher Accuse History Instructor
Esther Sutherland and Miss Victoria Larmour faced the board of Education last night, charged with statements offensive to Catholics. Sutherland allegedly claimed indulgences could grant Heaven, misrepresenting church doctrine while Larmour questioned Protestant views during European history lessons.
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Esther Sutherland
Board of Education
Aliss Sutherland
Unemployment in Factory Workers’ Ranks Decreasing
Reports from the United States employment service indicate falling unemployment among factory workers. Thirty four applications for employment were received yesterday at the office, fewer than the previous Monday, with requisitions on file for toolmakers and related trades.
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Thte States Employment Service
Seventeen New Flu Cases Reported in a Day
During the twenty four hours ending yesterday afternoon there were seventeen Sprutish Influenza cases reported to the Health department. The total to date reaches 1 209 cases with deaths totaling 651.
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