Economic Stability Hinges On German Reparations Amount
Washington in 1920.5 discusses how business leaders see stability tied to fixing the German reparations sum. The piece argues indeterminate debts hurt foreign exchange and trade, urging prompt, definite figures before May 1, 1921, noting France’s tight stance and potential Republican policy impact. The analysis links monetary clarity to domestic prosperity and international relations.
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Mark Sullavan
Washington
Iam
Bankr
Mien
Germany
Brussels
Ailes
Aome
France
Canadian liquor seizure at border 70 000 value
Treasury agents announced the seizure of high grade liquors valued in Canada between 15 000 and 20 000 dollars being shipped into the country under leather and rag consignments. Louis Weintraub of Montreal, a fugitive from Vormori, was arrested at Richford Vermont, in what is described as the largest high grade liquor seizure at a New England border point.
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Boston
Canada
Treasury
Louis Weintraub
Montreal
Vormori
New England
Richford
Arrest Father and Son in Whiskey Still Case
New Haven, Dec 14 Edward Yudkin was arrested today charged with having knowledge of the illicit whiskey operation raided yesterday in which much liquor was seized. Counsel promises to produce the father Samuel Yudkin who owned the garage where the still was operated and both men will provide $1,000 for a hearing tomorrow.
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New Haven
Edward Yudkin
Sil
Muuch Hquor
Samuel Yudkin
Eil
New Britain Factory Closures Through New Year
Stanley Works and Stanley Rule and Level Co will close December 24 until January 1 with a reduced schedule upon reopening. The announcement notes the temporary shutdown and a return to work on a shortened timetable. Milford writer Grinnell praised for latest work When Buffalo Ran, with Beaver Brook home cited as inspiration for animal life stories.
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New Britain
Stanley Works
Stanley Rule and Level Co
Milford
Buffalo
Yale University Press
George
Eisa Grinnell
Beaver Brook
West End
Tr. Grinnel
New York
Waterbury fireman dies from injuries after auto crash
Frank H. Sutton, a Waterbury fireman and deputy chief driver, died in a hospital from injuries sustained Thanksgiving morning after being struck on South Main Street by a car driven by Peter Salamone near 57 Adelaid Street Hartford. Police investigated and Salamone was not held at the time.
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Waterbury
Conn
Frank H. Sutton
Thomas J. Lynch
Sutton
Naugatuck
South Main Street
Peter Salamone
Adelaid Strent
Hartford
Salamone
London Paris Airplane Crash Kills Four
A large passenger plane leaving for Paris from near London crashed after hitting a tree and erupting in flames. The pilot, a mechanic, and two passengers died, four others perishing beneath wreckage. Seventy Americans were aboard. two injured, the rest unharmed.
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London
Paris
Ponzi Begins Duties in Prison Library
Plymouth Mass December 14 The county jail welcomed a new librarian Charles Ponzi the quick rich schemer as an inmate After morning chores he put away his mop and broom and began cataloguing the jail library books The article notes his youth in his country and past duties for a southern university years ago
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Plymouth
Mass
Charles Ponzi
Ponzi
Odd Lot House Dresses Prices at Read Co Thé Store
Read Co Thé Store announces evening hours on December 8 22 23 and 24. Odd Lot ladies maids dresses offered at 2.00 and 3.00 dollars respectively.
Little French Nosegays for Fashion Adornments
A Meekwear display on the thaim floor offers tiny bouquets and single flowers to ornament dresses and coats. Orchids and violets, bright berries, wild rose hips, fox grapes, and green currants appear in autumn hues set behind tingered or gold net for feminine fur collars.
The Bewitching Veil and Hat Sale Teems With Color
A vintage advertisement touts Bewitching Veils in black brown and taupe with assorted veiling options priced 50 cents to 1.50 a yard, plus Chiffon Motor Veils and feather pans. It promotes Knox and Gage hats on sale for Christmas, with coats and dresses priced mid 30s to 17.50, highlighting fashion items and seasonal reductions.
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Knox
Dainty Lingerie Accessories Featured In Shop Display
Exquisite camisoles and knickers in satin or crepe de Chine entice buyers with pale pink hues. Boudoir caps and lace trimmed sets, floral rosettes, ribbons, and sachets fill the lingerie cage showing a rapid sale. Various vanity cases, sewing and manicure kits, and travel trifles fill north aisle main floor displays.
Ornaments for the Hair on display in varied styles
A display of hair ornaments features Spanish Combs heavily rhinestone studded with crystal accents, Casque Combs with blue and green crystals, barrettes with blue stones, and a wide array of pins. Prices range from 75 cents to 15 dollars, with several pieces noted in the 2.00 to 5.95 range.
New York Prepares for Winter Snow Storms
New York announces emergency snow squads by the fire department to keep streets clear. Sixty four tractors planned by 396 firefighters will be used after last winter’s street blockages.
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New York
Fire Department
May transfer Naval War College to Washington
Washington December 14 Secretary Daniels agreed to submit a decisional plan to move the Naval War College from Newport Rhode Island to Washington. It would be housed in a special building to be erected as a war memorial to the navy following the Naval committee request.
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Naval War College
Washington
House Naval Committee
Daniels
Navel War College
Newport
R. I
Hartford pair fined for bringing liquor into city
Norwich front page item reports Joseph Werlin and Ruby Asher of Hartford were arrested after liquor was found in their wagon. Each was fined 209 dollars on the charge of bringing liquor into the city and both appealed. Manchester setback note follows about bread prices from New Britain, Conn. on December 13.
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Norwich
Joseph Werlin
Ruby Asher
Hartford
Book collection for children tops previous shows
In the Land of Romance and Adventure there is nothing like a book to carry one on a voyage to distant lands. The season’s juvenile list surpasses all prior displays with editions De Luxe and illustrations by Wyeth Parrish Rackham Beck Le Mait and others. Highlights include Tales from Shakespeare Hans Brinker Treasure Island Alice in Wonderland and Fairy Tales from France. Also poetry and a Fine edition of The Lady of the Lake. Kook Shop main floor.
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Editions de Luxe
Wyeth
Maxfield Parrish
Arthur Rackham
Wills Beck
le Mait
Hans Brinker
Treasure Island
Alice In’ Wonderland
Stokes
Wonder Book
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Crepe de Chine
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Gage
Bakers
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Pathe
Asemient
Romance
Anderson
Arthur
Miles Standish
Fanny Carey
Kook Shop
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