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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Feb 07, 1922
Page
14
Stockholm reports that the major Russian publishers have created a cooperative trust to control newspaper ownership distribution. The Communist party aims to influence political content while allowing economic freedom, with state support in the government budget and a central committee backing the semi official papers.
French press views the Allied Debt refunding bill passage as a blow to France and links it to German propaganda. Editorials cite France's annual interest on paper francs and the limited cash surrender expected from Germany, arguing that 25 years of interest and amortization will consume France’s cash payments.
The Sound Salvage Company crew toiled for days to raise the steamer Calvin Thompkine sunk off Bridgeport harbor during a December 14, 1920 storm. After a misfire, the wrecking apparatus failed and the craft settled, with salvage efforts resuming using a two-hull lifting system and a novel automobile-powered mechanism. The ship, valued highly, remains at the bottom until pumps lift water and buoy the vessel.
A correspondent profiles croupiers in Monte Carlo Deauville and Trouville casinos, describing their marble stone faces and hidden human lives Behind the wall of glamour lie family obligations and debt shadows as croupiers reveal their world at the School of Croupiers where French men study to master dealing spinning and counting while the marble faces mask their strains
At a conference in Shelh ton Feb 6 tuberculosis experts debated whether bacilli are found in blood of consumptives and if spread occurs via blood or lymph. Dr. Bunnell and Dr. Dineh reported tests suggesting bacilli in blood only after rupture, while many physicians argued blood plays little role and diffusion is through lymph. xrays may be shown at Shallow Sanitarium. Participants included Dr. Munger of Waterbury and Dr. Inteld of Bridgeport.
Charles H. Brundage former treasurer of the Connecticut Poultry organization faced continued hearing on embezzlement charges. The case against Brundage was adjourned for two weeks as the investigation proceeds.
WASHINGTON Pet 6 bankers oppose new taxes while wartime profits are oppressor. Benjamin C Marsh managing director Bremera Natonal cornell told a House Ways and Means hearing on soldier bonus legislation. He urged to restore existing taxes and suggested inheritance tax could raise at least one billion dollars yearly if gifts before death are restricted.
Norwalk reports funeral services for Mrs Addie Ferguson Yohn mother of Fred G Yohn the noted lustrator held at the Silvermine home. She died Friday aged 79 burial planned in Indianapolis.
Reports from Nore area describe rough seas as coasting vessels Wilmington and Henlogan were brought to the local harbor by tug Augustus. Barges carrying over 1000 tons of coal for Karm yaminal Briegeport Brass. Idle fishin schooner reportedly loaded with Scotch whiskey from St. John Newfoundland tried to land near London Sound but was deterred by Revenue officers. Cargo value about $28,000. Bridge work in New Haven and a traveling crane project referenced. Fog yesterday prompted tug Quidmunc of New London to seek shelter. Severe cold wave predicted. icebreaking tugs remain ready.
Seymour February fire damaged the home of Joseph Atarese near Ansonia town line, causing between 4000 and 5000 dollars in losses before firefighters checked the blaze. The family was away, and Seymour officials launched an origin investigation.
Stephen Larechelle of 290 Acushnel street New Bedford was arrested Saturday by officers charged with possessing the trunk that contained three cans of snowch and delivered to Mrs Josephine Perry 185 Knowlton street. He was held in $400 after a hearing before U S Commissioner Wayne yesterday. Mrs Perry, who was also arrested, was released and her case continued to Friday afternoon at 2 20.
Twenty seven influenza cases were reported to the department up to the first. Dr W H Joen, health officer, says the disease is milder than when it appeared in 1410. He urges use of a handkerchief to cover coughs and sneezes and cautions on spreading infection.
Old time remedy revived by Dr Edwards Olive Tablets claim to ease constipation without stomach upset. Contains calomel and liver tonic benefits while avoiding griping. Advertised as a pleasant nightly option with two tablets at bedtime and priced at 30 cents.
Seventeen policemen and five Indian rioters died when a mob attacked the Chanri-Chaura police station on Sunday. Rioters set fire to the station and burned the bodies of the officers. Police fired on the rioters as the situation worsened with official India Office notes confirming casualties and a serious escalation.
The copper mining sector eyes renewed activity as Calumet & Heels plans to start operations within days and most major producers aim to be active by late April. Exports climb about 9 percent above 1920 averages while Germany purchases a large share. stocks shrink from 86 million to about 485 million pounds as producers trim refined surpluses. The industry expects 60 percent of output to be exported, with capacity usage rising toward proportional targets by late summer.
Washington February 6 Senator McNary Republican of Oregon launched a bill in the Senate to deport all aliens convicted of narcotic law violations. He said the measure targets dope peddlers who have not become American citizens and aims to break up international drug rings operating in the United States.
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