Fiume Is Isolated as Italian Troops Blockade
Civilians begin evacuation as Fiume is blocked by government forces. Food supply dwindles while residents may depart. trains halted and access restricted. Mayor Gigante and police report continued patrols as DAnnunzio’s supporters resist.
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Fiume
London
Milas
London Times
Gandridk
Triest
Udine
Associated Press
Seige
Br Sta
Pola
Abbaxia
Gigante
Piume
Caviga
Alp
Leaxing
Lesinnaires
Regionaires
Dannunzie
Pectare
Paxe Pwo
Giolitti Says Civil War Won't Be Allowed In Rome
Premier Giolitti in the Chamber of Deputies vows the government will preserve internal peace on the Fiume question. He rejects actions by parties or armed bands that threaten order, insisting the state will not permit civil war or desertion calls in the name of patriotism.
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Rome
Glos Witt
Chamber of Deputies
Fiume
Federzoni
Ife
Plume
Prem
Doug
Symbols of Nature Worship Persists in Christmas Customs
WASELINGTON Dec 28 Symbols of American Christmas observance are traced to pagan roots and nature worship. The bulletin notes the tree candles and mistletoe symbolize sun rebirth and Druids rites, with Santa Claus linked to Roman gift giving yet emphasizes Christian sentiment remains central in the United States.
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Waselington
Symmols
Ute
National Geographic
Sant Claus
United States
Breaks in Water Mains Blamed on Idle Factories
Bridgeport faces a water pressure surge as idle factories cut demand, causing two serious ruptures in East Bridgeport this week. The Bridgeport Hydraulic Co. reports pressure around pounds per square inch and warns more breaks may occur if tempers rise. Chief engineer Samuel Senior says weak spots in pipes will burst if pressure remains high, but lowering pressure could prevent further damage. A second break on Noble Avenue near Roosevelt Street lifted pavement over about 2,600 square feet as geysers unleashed water yesterday morning.
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Hydraulic Company
Bridgeport
Bridgeport Hydraulic Company
Samuel 3
Noble Avenue
Roosevelt Street
Rent conditions ease in city after three years
Real estate men report rents have eased after prolonged scarcity. Monthly rents now run around 44 dollars with some units at 35 dollars, though demand remains tight as industrial activity stays high and living costs stay elevated.
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Bridgesert
British Denial of Censorship of Cables Told by Witnesses
State Department took official notice of the British Embassy action denying censorship on cable messages to the United States. Senator Kellogg had sent a transcript of Armorial cable officials testimony to Secretary Davis, who discussed the matter with aides. Embassy and British authorities would be asked for an explanation of a possible diplomatic breach.
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State Department
Washengion
Associated Press
Cellege
Sehale Committee
United States
Creat
Kellogs
Davis
Merle Stain
IK. Neilson
Kellogg
Offidiala
Julio Blanch
Young Conductor Held for Federal Court No Hearing
George J. Bissiece appeared before US Commissioner Rogeh A. Lavery charged with mutilating US currency. He waived examination. bound over to the next term of the district court. An accompanying 17 year old was employed by a domestic company and arrested December 13. The case concerns altered cent pieces used as fares, coins registering as pennies when placed in the cash box. Bissiece’s bond was set at 1500 dollars.
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George J. Bissiece
United States
Rogeh A. Lavery
Acteo
Moss Ivey
Danbury
Blgencea
United States District Court
Stratford
Wis
Donnesticuy Company
Federal
Treasury Department
Gissacea
Clara Smith Speeding to Ardmore with Sheriff
Clara Barter Smith is in custody and speeding back to Ardmore Oklahoma aboard a train via Fort Hancock Texas. She is charged with murder in connection with the death of Duke Ta Hamon and is accompanied by her attorneys W P McLean Jr and Charles A Coakley as she seeks bond and a prompt trial.
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Clara
Ato Gari
Alleged Still Owner Accused After Squealer Tip
Alex Koller of 801 Wordin Avenue was arrested by federal agents on a charge related to operating a still at his home. A second person, Teanindar Vido, corroborates the claim and reports Vido was assaulted by Koller yesterday. Vido sustained facial injuries though not life threatening.
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Alex Koller
Wordin Avenue
Vido
Vidop
Koller
Videp
Straus
Lawbreaker Foscyin Linsecki Arrested on Violation Charge
Foscyin Linsecki of 209 Ponwroke eel was arrested on a Volstead Act violation. He was held on $200 bail.
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Foscyin Linsecki
We Want to Skate on Parroll Pond Enthusiastic Children
Five hundred children, led by Recreation Board chair George Ames, urged plans to make Parroll Pond suitable for skating this Christmas. Ames coordinated efforts but the Pack board has taken no steps this year to prepare Parrott Pond for skating conditions.
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Parroll
Eames
Aiglegranm
Selib
Aed Ames
Secrenation
Wang Parroll Pond
Geurke Ames
Chatemean
Recreation Board
Wive Hundred Kiddies
Parrott Pond
George Mr.ames
Parrott
Wage Demands of Anthracite Miners Rejected
Philadelphia report shows mine operators rejecting wage hikes and the eight hour day demand. Miners stand ready to present the dispute to the general scale committee next Tuesday to set policy. Operators call any compromise a breach of faith and urge constructive effort.
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Philadelphia
Rere
Phar
Uaselton
Wayre
Wie Diniminoup
Brainers
United Ming
Fae
Caith
Hepablus
IBM Sia
Irish Home Rule Bill Comes Into Force At Midnight
London reports the Home Rule Bill enacted at midnight marking the act’s legal effect after the earlier passage. The measure previously faced delays and controversies but now applies to governance arrangements and jurisdictional powers.
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London
Afriday
White Lead Trust ControIs United States Probe
White lead trust accused of collusion controlling over 95 percent of a key pigment used in paint. Samuel Untermyer signals oil firms will face scrutiny as New York inquiry widens to major producers including Sherwin-Williams and DuPont. Charles Tuttle testifies on price data exchanges and inter-company communications while refining details remain unclear.
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New York
Dre. Lh
America
Ean
Charles P. Lite
Wecretiary
American Spentuye
Vie Association
Informaties
Th Sherwin-Williams Company
National Letd Company
Td. Due Pont de Nemours Company
Ammar Brothers
Spanish Consul Carlos Rodriguez Appointed in City
The Spanish government appointed Carlos Rodriguez as consul in New York City. A long-time resident, Rodriguez will handle matters affecting Spanish interests, welfare, and legal rights, and will provide information and advice to Spaniards in distress.
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Carlos Rodriguez
Spiulgeport i
Culson
Tanggi
Modrizuew
York
Rodrigues
Coal Profit Claims Shake U S Officials in Probe
A Senate debate centers on alleged government officials profiting from coal during a shortage. Witnesses including George Cushing of the American Wholesale Coal Association and D W Wentz of the National Coal Association report millions in profits and commissions tied to coal purchases and sales during a period of stringency. Senate leaders and the Republican senator from Iowa press for fuller honesty and methods used in the coal industry.
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Senate
George Cushing
Coal Association
Whevator Calder
FeLe
Tecon
Rail Watch
George Mr. Cushing
Americal Wholesale Coal Association
Galder
War Department
Cos
D. W. Wentz
National Cos Association
Ies
Ge Newslersey
Ggsarialion
Pomerenc
Kenyor Republican
Iowa
Aldar
Upsoclaion
Commerce Va
Cole
Ile
Norwalk pursuit after handcuff slip ends in shooting
Two Norwalk men Eddie Jackson and Harry Jones on their way to Bridgeport to face robbery charges slipped handcuffs near Peat's swamp Westport seized Detective Sergeant Hunt's revolver and shot him in arm and thumb then overpowered driver Michael Gilbert and fled. A hundred strong posse scoured woods around Norwalk and Westport to recapture them after the assault.
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Eddie Jackson
Harry Jones
Norwalk
Bridgeport
High Court
Peat’s Swamp
Westport
Thomas Hunt
Michael Gilbert
Nelson Hy Benedict
Norw
Wolt Pit't Hill
Scolen
City Christmas Cheer Uplifts 1500 Across Bridgesport
The Bridgeport Post reports widespread Christmas events citywide. The Salvation Army Catholic Charities and welfare groups distribute thousands of toys and clothing to about 1990 youngsters. The Newheld Recreation Center hosts a large party with baskets, meals, and a Santa visit at 5 pm. A broad carol program and school league activities accompany the day’s observances.
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Spore
Sramid
Bridgeport Post
Newheld
Salvation Army
Catholic Charitie Berenu
Thien
Orcysion
Thorne
Fort O
Sant Claus
Ecreation
Vincent
Yat Ch A
Alwil Ballt
Foe
Meenest Thief Strips Church Tree of Gifts for Children
Atlanta burglar strikes Saint’s Episcopal Church removing a large tree full of gifts for children. Most items were boxes of candy and other treats ready for the Christmas celebration, with ribbons and decorations also taken.
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Atlanta
Dee
Atlante
Saints
Christmas Turkeys Rise in Price Across the Nation
Prices for fresh Christmas turkeys jumped from two to four cents per pound after Thanksgiving, with quotes around 66 to 165 cents a pound, up from 60 to 68 cents. Cold storage birds linger at about 85 cents a pound as berries also rose, while dealers plan price reductions after the holiday buying spree ends.
New York Drug Crackdown Escalates With Large Bonds Set
Police to hand narcotics case records to its Narcotics division as crime reports show 84 inmates jailed with raised sureties in General Sessions Court. Authorities plan 600 officers in training to bolster the force while a large heroin seizure was reported alongside two arrests for drug purchases. No serious crimes, however, were noted that day.
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New York
Criminal Court
Court of General Sessions
Ball
Tec Poids
McIntyre
Narestic Division
Abe
Grand Jury Indicts Three for Murders in Springfield
Springfield area report states three murder indictments by the grand jury. Charles Miller of Worcester allegedly killed his wife and Grace Dickinson in Dickinson’s home on Thanksgiving Day. John T. Misher charged with killing his wife by pushing from a third story window after cutting her throat. Antonio Gregorio of Ludlow charged with killing Antonio Gonsalves during an alleged drunken dispute in Ludlow.
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Springfield
Mase
Charles Miller
Stigstreet
Worcester
Grace Dickinson
Miss Dickinson
John T. Misher
Atery
Antonio Gregorio
Ludlow
Antonio Gonsalves
State Commerce Chamber Prepares Blue Sky Law for Legislature
The Connecticut Chamber of Commerce discussed a proposed Blue Sky Law and related measures at a Sew Haven meeting. Committees were set to study and draft bills, with four standing committees and an executive slate named to guide action.
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State Commerce Chamber
Blue Sky
Connecticut
New Haven
General Assembly
Jnittalion
Banpport
Connemicut
Mme
Department of Marketing
Connecticut Agricultural College
Stainles H. Bullard
Theodore ‘Koulmweir
New London
Edward P. Jones
Winsted
Jarthur PR
Kimons Waterbury
Fen
Ry M. Shamtenberg
B. D. Pierce
Bridgeport
James T. Y Haven
Clarence & Hartford
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Ardmore
ORY Law
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Charles Tuttle
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Samuel Untermyer
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