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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Feb 10, 1922
Page
3
New York on February 9 reports twelve ex-privates of the American army and five ex-commanders of the navy among the 7,500 unemployed service men still listed with the city employment bureau. Other jobless include 27 captains and nearly 100 lieutenants, the bureau said to counter recent statements that unemployment is no longer a problem.
Employees of the Southern New England Telephone company pledged to follow all safety rules recommended by the National Safety Council. An accident prevention board was formed to make every worker a safety first expert.
Florence Johnson, 33, hospitalized with lockjaw after vaccination. Parents claim no other injury caused the condition. The incident fuels anti vaccination activism amid school vaccination debates following a local smallpox outbreak and education board orders.
In a statement before the House immigration committee publisher MetCalreay urges cancellation of the Gentlemen's Agreement with Japan and faster restriction on Japanese admission and population growth, aligning with California Legislature's memorial to Congress.
A fire gutted the Montreal Standard Life Assurance building and threatened adjacent financial district structures. Estimated damage reached about 1,000,000 with severe water damage to the Montreal Gear and National Trust buildings. Offices of Wood Gundy & Co Financial Bourse and Sxers Crushing & Co brokers were destroyed. The National Trust campa ignable op resume business in Leroor.
Washington February 9 The chance of passing a Congressional reapportionment bill this session virtually ended today as the House Census Committee voted one to zero not to report the pending measure during the session.
A Valentine social is held this evening at He. Pauly church parish rooms under the Gir wcletys auspices. The event features a friendly drawing room gathering with neighbors, music, and a reception led by local organizers.
Selznick company head Lewis J. Selznick rejects charges that film producers bribed to hush up the Taylor scandal. He says the industry should aid investigations and clean up Hollywood, while Adolph Zuker sails to Los Angeles to join the probe.
A military notice from Hartford reports the promotion of two infantry sergeants. The orders are dated today from the adjutant general and take effect February 8. The sergeants are named M Quint and another officer in the Howitzer company.
Articles in St John newspapers revive debate over a Canada Newfoundland union. A writer argues the Reid railway could join the transcontinental system under government control, a proposal long contested on the island.
Washington February 9 President Harding signed the act approving foreign debt funding. The measure authorizes the President to form a World War commission of five members to negotiate terms for the United States to collect the 17 billion owed by foreign governments.
An Associated Press dispatch reports that British Indian police fired on a crowd of about 16,000 natives near Tirewan Mamatni in the Tanjore district, about 50 miles southwest of Madras. Three persons were killed and several wounded. The incident occurred Tuesday, according to the dispatch from Madras.
South Norwalk police say George Mardello is charged as an accomplice in an Italian grocery store robbery on April 20 when more than 15000 worth of goods were taken. The same store was robbed again last October.
Washington February reports from the armament conference delegation note plenary sessions and treaty drafts. President Harding hosted the delegation after the sessions and luncheon guests at the White House.
Two aviators earned licenses last year as reported to the Connecticut Department of Motor Vehicles. Major W. Z. Matane of Bristol and H. Pearson of New York City were issued licenses for an airplane registered to The Trose Shop in New York City.
Novelty marks a new sport hat range notable for effect and durability. Tweed and wool-and-straw blends showcase striking weaves, with ribbon styles in contrasting shades. Rey hats resist rough use and return from journeys in good order, priced from $1.95 to $12.50 at Second Moor.
Ladies attractive fine black satin slippers with silver gleam and beauty. Described as elegant with a French heel, offering a delicate contrast and graceful presentation. Black satin one strap and baby French heel styles priced at seven dollars and ten dollars respectively. Main door rear.
Advertises men s real good winter shoes priced at eight dollars. Describes tan calfskin and black calfskin bluchers with medium broad toe, English last, stout leather soles, rubber heels, and comfort oriented features. References warmth and service of winter footwear.
Textile items for girls offered at 2.75 and 3.50 dollars. Bloomers described as plain chambray trimmed with contrasting colors in pink, light blue, or checks. Middy skirts in blue serge with attached full waist, sizes 8 to 24. Readable catalog-like listing notes attractive fabric and waist design for easy wear.
Advertising lists various stationery items offering envelopes and matching papers in white blue pink or lavender with gilt edge. Mentions Crane's Linen Lawn fabric finish paper and small boxes of paper and envelopes, limited quantities and multiple colors, all at special prices.
Georgette waists in white and mesh offered in several sizes with square necks and long sleeves. Some dark shade options available in limited sizes. Priced at three dollars fifty cents, located on the second floor.
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