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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Feb 15, 1921

Page

2

Lamond Re elected Harbormaster At Brief Council Meeting

Lamond narrowly won the harbormaster seat over William Lawton with 7 votes to 7 as the council approved a 1,800 annual salary and 682,000 refunding bonds for extending the Bridgeport Trust Company project. The meeting, called by Mayor Wilson, lasted about four minutes with limited discussion before adjournment.

Lamond William A. Lawtond Bridgeport ‘Trust Company Wilson Broad Street Peron Frederick Walker

Women Shed Husbands as They Would Coats Says Justice Ford

New York February reports Justice Ford criticizes rising divorces saying women shed husbands as coats and divorce may threaten the nation. He notes 208 more divorces started in 1920 than 1919 with many cases to be reviewed and half likely affirmed. Police arrest three youths after alleged assault and a barn fire damages property on First Malin Street.

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Weather Almanac Notes for New England and Atlantic Coast

Weather bulletin from Washington with forecasts for New England and New York regions, including colder periods, increasing cloudiness, rising temperatures, and offshore winds. Observations list various cities with conditions such as clear skies, and tides with high and low water data.

Washington New England New York Atlante New Laven Joureau Wea Atlanta Block Island Hoxton Buffalo Anacinnati Chicago Denver Derenst Hartford Hatteras Faksonville Ransan City Nanturket New Haven New Orleans Norfolk Aloid Northfield Moudy Pittsburgh Portland Paul Ohya Shingtor

Houston Asked to Probe Assertions

A Washington session centers on probes into government loans and credits. Key figures include Secretary Tolston and Senators Read and Overman as debate centers on foreign obligations, reevaluating credits and reimbursements to Britain for wartime supplies. The committee discusses potential actions and positions amid controversy over secrecy and accountability.

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Slawson Reports Large Increase in Education Roles

The article outlines a surge in school enrollments and staffing changes. It notes new appointments at various levels, including teachers for cooking, history, and English, with salaries specified. It also reports resignations and consolidations, emphasizing rising enrollment and efforts to meet staffing needs across districts.

Reading Company Plans New Stock Sale Strategy

Reading Company proposes to defer sale of stock in the Jersey Central and Lehigh Wilkes Barre holdings to satisfy government concerns. The plan aims to offer stock at fair value while awaiting court action on railroad consolidations. The Reading Company controls substantial stock in multiple lines, with a pending sale to reorganize dividends and protect interests.

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G. O. P. Leaders to Work on Tariff

In a fragmented notice the Republican leaders push tariff action, with committee hearings under way and a likely plan to shape bills in the extra session. The Senate and House debates loom as lawmakers weigh proposed duties and economic impact, while experts testify and prepare revision.

Talk on Ignition System by Cartwright

A lengthy discussion on ignition technology and related safety measures was presented by Cartwright. The meeting covered equipment demonstrations and calls for improvements in school and public safety through better science education.

Cartwright

Impeachment Debate Sees Amendments In House

A lengthy floor session focused on a maritime spending measure and an amendment proposed by Representatives Oller Denon and Alaboa. Critics argued the proposal would hinder naval construction and urge restraint ahead of a possible international arms accord. The debate touched on the potential impeachment inquiry against Judge Landis and the process to proceed if charges were brought.

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De Forest to Act For Mrs. Nott

The judge will appoint De Forest to act for Mrs. Nott in a case tied to a complex legal proceeding. Prosecutors plan to call witnesses as the trial advances with multiple defendants facing charges in Waterbury and Newtown areas.

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Non Partisans to Drop Socialism in North Dakota

Fragmented OCR text references Shinidudan and Hank of North Dakota with a meeting about dropping socialism and public money protection. Mentions Grand Marks Teaislatian and various names, unclear details, and a banking peace conference with attendees.

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Fight to Finish Expected in the Albany Strike

In Albany New York the strike threatening trolley service moves toward arbitration as company vice president Torey Ge Weatherson states that temporary operations plans will be opened to new workers to run trolleys across seven municipalities. Service to resume as soon as strike-breakers return.

Albany NooVa Tard Torey Ge Weatherson Empormant Oglons

Bridgeport Man Indicted In Murder Case Details

Bridgeport man linked to an alleged homicide faces grand jury action. He and associates were arrested in Orangetown and sent to Sing Sing after encounters with police. Attorney Joseph Malay said the suspect may have lied about travel and recent actions in the fatal auto incident.

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Obituary notices for Busch Ward and Suda names

Obituary notices report Mrs Jobing B Busch of Turia and Mrs Adela Fitzpatrick Wade with services at local churches and cemeteries. Also noted is funeral details for Joseph Suda with service at his home and Mountagin Grove cemetery. Names include Andrew Ming, Lew Dugan, Patrick Wade, and house addresses.

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Shelton Mayors Break Tie Over Shelton Trust Company Deposit

Shelton city officials tussled over a $288000 over deposit in Shelton Trust Company tied to city finances. Aldermen eyed corporation counsel Shapiro and an investigation into the matter while debates over legal fees stoked the meeting. The city faces a $77000 borrowing need as funds are tied up, with plans to repurpose nearby property for a new public use.

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Wham Prockman Tert. Witness Robbery Incident

A man named Willim Crockman, 16, living at Columbia cons, suffered abrasions and lacerations after two assailants robbed him on a street near South Eveaney last month. The advertisement touts GROVES Me and Rome Quixen as preventive cures for colds, grip, and influenza, with a dubious medical claim.

Wham Prockman Willim Crockman Columbia Cons Latay South Eveaney

Wendell Pills Ambition Brand Ad Read Aloud

A vintage ad text touts Wendell Pills Ambition Brand with promises of quality and relief for a general tonic. The damaged copy mentions a druggist stocking Wendell Pills Ambition Brand and references patient wellbeing and a positive reception.

WENDELL _ PILLS Ambition Brand

Delegates Elected by Seven Junior C of C Noted

Fragmented OCR text mentions delegates elected by seven members of a junior organization. It references remedies like Burighart Vegetable Compound and names such as Hovkagels and Daye. The readable portion lacks clear events, dates, or outcomes beyond a basic election note.

Delegates named for Commerce Convention trip

A list of executives and members of the Chamber of Commerce announces their attendance at the convention of the United States Chamber of Commerce in Spring. Names include President Valley, Stubbs, Willian, Panakbeh, and Witt among others.

United States Jantor Chamber of Conmieres Ft. Valley Parernarhes Stubbs I. de Mibex Arounty Morin G. Willian C. Panakbehaa Wiigudlon

Unclear fragmentary notice from local ad page

Fragmentary OCR reads as a disjointed local advertisement or public notice mentioning names and items with broken phrases. The readable bits reference a girl and health complaints alongside miscellaneous names, a wand, and a vague ending, but no coherent event or outcome is established.

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