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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Dec 10, 1921

Page

1

Germany dominates U S potash market says Dr John Teeple

New York report quotes Dr John Teeple, head of the New York section of American Chemists, alleging Germany controls the American potash market. He cites a secret contract between German chemical entities and American distributors aimed to oust rivals, with clauses to meet lower German prices, tax protections, and limits on American purchases to curb US industry.

New York Germany Fae Centrol John Teeple American Chemical Pdcists Chentists' Club Deviche Kalisyadikat Harlin Go Nm United States Sovernse Act

Next Generation To Be Liquorless

A report to the Conservation and Advance Methodist Episcopal church quotes President Harding on the next generation’s liquor laws. George B. Christian questions the authenticity of the exact statement, while the document emphasizes temperance, prohibition, and family welfare benefits from prohibition.

Harding Tincago Rembition Advance Methodist Episcopal Church George Christian Ding Adr Adru

No Lives Lost Across Worst Quake in Two Decades

A severe earthquake struck Texklo today causing structural damage and fear among residents. Officials report no fatalities but widespread injuries and property damage across the region, with emergency services mobilized to assess affected areas.

Canada Court Orders Bank Robbers Lashed

Montreal Quebec December court sentences Petriale Hars and Albert Linde of Hamilton Ontario for a $500 bank robbery. They are ordered to the penitentiary for terms described as severe. The noisy unrest during trial and long pending sentences are noted but details are incomplete.

Canada Montreal Gerninton Muthord Petriale + Hars Albert Linde Hamilton Ontario

Two Watford women and a Boston man arrested in Bridgeport shoplifting

A Hartford batch of three suspects was arrested in Bridgeport stores yesterday for Christmas shoplifting. Mrs Helen Chiswiski 27 of Hartford and Mrs George Deacon 48 of Hartford held overnight on bonds 220 dollars each. They faced charges for possessing stolen items valued at 45 dollars and wore Sage and Allen Hartford gear. Two men were caught attempting to steal tuxedos at Chester Clothing on Main Street. Edgar Lorimer 24 fled the scene but was later detained after bail set at 7000. He refused to name his partner.

Caugh Watford Goston Bridgeport Helen Chiswiski Lawrence Street Hartford George Deacon Central Avenue Howland ‘Company Sage and Allen Bonde Chester ‘Clothing Company Main Street Thether

Allegiance Qath President De Valera Clash at Dail

Irish assembly debate over De Valera's stance on the peace treaty and Griffiths. Army Council backs General Collins amid tensions. predictions of shifts in support and possible reevaluation of terms.

Army Council Collins

Bombings injure released prisoners in Ireland attack

An attack near a railway platform in Ireland injured three people during a bombing incident involving released prisoners. A train load of detainees had recently been freed and were present at the station when several bombs exploded, causing splinter injuries to bystanders and travelers in the area.

Ireland Alatton Fheingerioust Slisl

Plans To Raise Sunken Submarine After Insurance Delay

Unclear reports detail three recovery plans for a sunken submarine near Seaside Park. Investigators and officials delay a definitive cause while divers, lines, and pumps are prepared to raise the vessel. Witnesses describe the scene as wreckage and water filling compartments suggest a crew effort to seal watertight doors during the disaster.

Eman Oaly Pepeet Welegram Willie

Labor Board Haled Into Court By Pennsylvania Railroad

The United States railroad Labor Board faced a federal injunction as Pennsylvania Railroad sought to restrain the board from issuing a decision in a shopmen dispute. The court delayed any ruling, while railroads challenged the board's jurisdiction and authority under the Transportation Act. The case centers on elections for employee representatives and the board’s power to regulate them.

Pennsylvania Railroad United States Railroad Labor Board K. M. Lardig Transportation Act Hoare Ndig Venneylvania Labor Board B. Heiserman Anil Umner Foad Ford Uay Aw Hut Ash Carrings Jin Ane Juncrian Pennsylvania

Christmas Story Telling At Y W C A Sunday

The YMCA invites the public to an afternoon of Christmas stories hosted by Mrs. Hawes and others. Elves of the YMCA with hostesses will entertain guests until 4 o clock, promising Christmastime tales and seasonal cheer. A basket and millinery sale for charity is noted for the following days.

YM. C. A

Irish Here Hold Expression On Pact In Abeyance

The MacSwivey Council of the American Association for the Recognition of the Irish Republic met last night and took no definite action on the pact with the London conference. President J J Sullivan said they had information beyond press reports and would approve unanimously whatever decision the Irish Parliament makes regarding directorial offers from the British Government.

MacSwivey American Association For London J. J. Sullivan Maesay Council

Desperado Tom Slaughter in dramatic prison escape

Desperado Tom Slaughter escaped from the Arkansas State Prison after overpowering a guard in his death cell and slipping past other guards. He fled with associates toward Saline County amid a manhunt spanning Benton and surrounding areas. Police believe one of the fleeing group may be wounded or dead, with a large search underway across the hills and roads.

Little Rock Ark Tom Slaughter Saline County Uberry Ie Arkaneas Siete Slaughter Sullue Hin Benton Saline Cnimty Uday Sesperilors Mary Passes Springs Malvers

Secretary Hughes sets plan before four power council

Washington Dec reports Hughes to unveil the terms of a Pacific alliance replacing the Anglo Japanese pact involving United States Britain Japan and France. He will outline progress at the conference and a ten year duration, with constitutional questions delaying final decisions. The Shantung and other minor issues at the talks also loom large as sessions proceed.

Washington Hughes United States Great Britain Japan France Gav Rughés Balfour Kato Vivianeere Heta Harding Tsingtag Chive Koncho Colferses Shantung

Hamilton to Hear Bribery Charge Today

Alderman Edward T. Hamilton is set for a city court hearing after yesterday’s arrest at the county courthouse on a bribery charge. He posted a $5,000 cash bond for release and faces possible expulsion under the city charter if convicted or implicated in further action.

Hamilton Edward T. Hamilton County Court House Common Council Wasatica Morter Commonty Pounel Ateor

New Drive Against Landis Launched in Congress

Congress launches a new effort aimed at removing federal judge Landis or ending his tenure. The plan would appoint twenty two pacifist judges and reshuffle district assignments to reduce congestion in federal courts. Representative Minn of Illinois criticizes the move as rebuke to Chief Justice Landis and to Chicago figures.

Landis Congress Wasetlingtos Bee Torre Kengsaie MM. Taide Chicaga Asebal Walsh Eourte Confcdleration Eepremany, Moore, Denomrat Virwing Torrowseins Obr Muay Minn Timois Citar Justice Dude AL Schuier Cheage Ly Ir Portant Putes

Net Closing In On Burch Alleged Kennedy Slayer

An article fragment notes a defendant named Burch in a murder case linked to the Kennedy slaying. It references a trial setting and indicates authorities pursue further details in a Santa Monica area context, with mentions of related parties and locations. The text is garbled but centers on the ongoing investigation and impending court action.

Burch Kennedy Winghedris Zul

Webster still ill will not discuss school board row

Webster's illness prevents discussion of a school board dispute. The article notes three Democratic members published a controversial invitation and seeks to avoid court action over the election's validity. George W. Caborn’s death adds to the tense political climate.

Webster Wahater Board of Exhemtion Cenorge W. Caborn Wielastéa

States Fight West Virginia Gas Regulation Battle

Ohio and Pennsylvania sue to block West Virginia gas export limits, arguing interstate commerce restraints. West Virginia claims local control over in state shipments and that seven exporting firms are diverts to serve external markets. The dispute involves supply for six million people across six states and raises questions of regulatory power and interstate commerce.

Askington Ohio Pennssiyanis Pennsylvania West Virginia Kentucky Indiana Meissland Lacy Abdhiengee West Vi Co Lin Ars Hisiacs Wis Wijeining Statag West Virginia Po

Connecticut Bankers Elect New Officers

The Savings Banks Association of Connecticut held its nineteenth annual meeting in New Haven. Speakers included Raymond R. Frazier of Seattle and Connecticut bank commissioner Everett J. Sturges. Officers elected: President B Leroy Harwood. vice presidents George E Tadge Edward N Stanlay Mew Hritain and Arthur P Nettlevon. secretary William J Luin. treasurer Harvey J Brooks.

New Haven Savings Banks Association of Connecti Raymond R. Frazier Seattle Washington Gtorfe H. Brock Ed Stel Everett J. Sturges Connecticut B. Leroy Harwood En London George E. Tadge Waterbury Edward N. Stanlay Mew Hritain Arthur P. Nettlevon Mewlare

Stock Liquidated at Choice Liquor Warehouse Sink

A damaged OCR item reports Choice Liquor stock poured down a sink at the warehouse. The note mentions scotch whiskey and other items destroyed by order, with reference to Hard lide Learned Hand.

Olvers Ordar

Connecticut Quota Set for Wilson Foundation Fund

Sew Haven December report on Woods crew Wilson Foundation meeting with Connecticut’s quota set at 35000. Yale professor Wesleyfield presided. Pat F. O’Meara and Prof Henry Fareham spoke. Executive committee members listed include Mrs. Robert Puller West Point, Lawrence Mazzanevitch Westport, George C. Plere Greenwich, Caroline Ruutz-Rees, Hollis Tyler Deep River, Fannie Dixon Walch.

Sew Haven Dec Theste Organization the Woods Crew Wilson Fondation Ra. B. Westerfield Yale Conecticut Patvicx F. O'Meara Connecticut Federation of Laebor Henry W. Fareham Ihembbers Mra Robeart Puller West Point Meng Lawrence Mazzanevitch Westport Gergstr C. Plere Grastwich Caroline Ruutz-Rees Graenwichf Hollins Tyler Deep River M Fannie Tixon Walch Colum

Wrestler Held as Bomb Suspect in Omaha to Be Freed

OMAHA Neb Dec charies Van Deusen head of the Detective Bureau of the Qrowha Police depart ment late today indicated that Mike Stine a wrestier arrested last night as a suspect in the Wall Street explosion of September 18 1920 would be released probaly tomorrow Chief Van Deusen said he recog nized Stine as a wrestler who was here working for a carnival com pany shortly after the New York explosion arouired Stine himself said not he was never in New York but once and that was in 1902 when he arrived from his native land Bulgaria

Omaha Neb Charies van Deusen Qrowha Mike Stine Wrestier Wall Street van Deusen Stine New York Bulgaria

Wesleyan Beats Amherst in Debating Duel

In Middletown on December 1 Wesleyan defeated Amherst in a debate between Amherst College and Williams College. The Wesleyan team argued for the affirmative on the topic that private manufacture of munitions of war should be prohibited by international agreement.

Middletown Der Weslex Amherst Willams

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