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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Dec 21, 1920
Page
16
A lengthy report outlines proposed and existing taxes on interstate freight, luxury goods, and stamps. It notes the Interstate Commerce Commission's role in consolidations and future trading impacts on grain prices, imports, and farmer costs amid Senate and executive positions on wheat policy. Authorities discuss royalty-like taxes on wines, chewing gum, and luxury items, with emphasis on revenue totals and import duties.
The United States Bureau reports cattle and hog prices with bid ranges and calves mixed. Beef cattle steady to lower with feeders active while sheep show mixed prices and local bids vary by grade and weight.
A fragmented quiz discusses how to break into film by hard work or seeking studio work in New York or Los Angeles. It asks about Idytha Chapman lineage, Doraldina’s marriage, recent directors, and a description of a film industry “disease” to be addressed tomorrow.
Notice warns that Samuel Whol will not be responsible for any bills or contracts made by others using his name. It references a celebration, speakers, music, and a party named Minnie Holeve, with repeated caution about unauthorized use of names and liability. The fragmentary text implies a public notice about authorizing consequences for misuse of personal identity in agreements.
The House tariff bill faces strong opposition from Republican and Democrat camps. Reported figures show revenue projections by commodity, with farmers warning of a bitter clash as Knutson and others pledge a battle to defend agricultural interests. Senate leaders urge orderly consideration by finance panel, while Rainey accuses the measure of lacking hearings and expert review amid fears of protective provisions for manufactured goods.
Continental Candy Co. reports its board has approved paying the regular dividend. The announcement came from New York with brief statements indicating no change to the payout level previously established. No further details on amount or timing were provided.
Fragmented OCR entry mentions a meeting today and division of quotas or costs. Names and places are unclear. The text hints at budgeting or department concerns but lacks concrete subjects or outcomes to confirm.
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