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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Feb 16, 1921

Page

15

Boxers, boxing plans and boxing notes from New Haven to Hartford

The article describes upcoming boxing events and figures in New Haven and Hartford, listing named boxers such as Bill Brennan and Robby Josephs, plus Yale boxing plans with Ragan and Olympic contenders. It notes anticipated matches, venue details, and opinions on fight matchups and licensing in the region.

Yale Mide Witl Queen's College Kingston Canada Yale Gymnasium Cammodata Hiani Ad Ragan Olympic Eagan G. B. Brawster EB. Sehvette P. Wood Yeutle Smith Harvard Princeton Elis Boston Massachusetts Institute of Technology Martin Tin Heins Bey Alxty France Pershing Marshal Foch Viemeneemu Prince Eopard Belgium Bos Racemaien Darinngs Kdardittz Grang United States Surherland Mike Souver New Britain Vitler Harbfora Goniunis Annie Oakley Ievel Loughtin-Cress Brandives Earl Hartford Cammission Hartford Sinter

Volunteer Fireman Church Wins Suit Against New Haven Brokers

A jury found in favor of the Volunteer Fireman Church against the New Haven brokers, awarding $2,500 for stock loss and discharging $2,000 in remaining payments while upholding the S500 interest. The case, led by counsel Darrell Gregory, signals potential impact on similar contracts, with about $80,000 in related claims noted. The plaintiff, nearly 60, suffered extensive injuries earlier, including multiple fractures and burns.

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Changes Urged in Auto Fee Bill Faces Heavy Opposition

State officials debate a proposed auto fee bill aimed at funding highway upkeep. Supporters argue heavy trucks strain roads and require higher charges, while opponents call for reforms and question the revenue impact. A Hartford hearing in March will gather comments from truck dealers statewide.

Stas Charles Branet Wigteripl Field New York Connacticu Hartford Azsumes

Sieger and De Foe Battle to Draw

In a hard fought bout, Sieger and De Foe end in a draw after judges disagree. The referee finally calls it even as both sides exchange blows from the opening bell. veteran and a ambitious challenger clash in a fast paced, crowd roaring encounter with sharp exploits from both fighters.

Sieger

Brown Football Guard Leads Harvard Grapplers

Cambridge wrestlers finish with Fiske Brown as heavyweight champion. Wag elected captain of Crimson wrestling squad tonight.

Brown Harvard Grapplers Cambridge

Continent front Payo Owed to federal control by change

Reports claim twelve day retention on incoming ships is ordered though officials deny. Dr Copeland and public health officers in Boston note that immigration officials will detain and examine passengers at New York for landing clearance. Public health surgeons supervise shipboard and island examinations to prevent contagious disease and vermin.

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Havana Racing Results First Race for three year olds and up

Racing results from Havana show purses of 700 and 200 with multiple entrants such as Grey Rump Pickens and Fira among others. Winners, payouts, and gate positions listed for several races including one mile events and a six furlong dash.

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Clergy Debate Social Views and Free Speech Risks

Clergy critics warn sympathy for the working class could threaten republican institutions. Professor William S of New York argues that radical social demands and calls for free speech may destabilize government and provoke revolutionary action. Debate covers Langworm bill, defense measures, and industrial protection amid fears of explosives and chemical weapon threats.

William 8 Qlis New York New York, Dec Revolutionary Social Sal Semasonilie Educational Wold I. Stevenson Wiene Genevees United States Superion Experteres Cos

Police Board to Restrict Carnivals in City Claim

The Police Board debated carnival permits and adopted a policy to bar gambling and objectionable shows while allowing approved acts by responsible organizations after investigation. Commissioners Primrose Calhoun were named to review records and streamline reporting, with superintendent Flanagan calling for tighter controls on daily sport submissions and paper waste.

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O Callaghan Seeks Change of Status in Case Review

On official notice the case was described as closed for the department, while harmonization efforts aimed to unify varied interpretations of Vallaghan's status. The matter involves designations such as stowaway and political refugee amid broader refugee policy discussions.

Malaghin State Department CP Vallaghan Jabar Weania Dinells

Bond of Shelton Bank Treasurer under receiver action

Receiver seizes Shelton Bank treasurer as bond appeal rises to 150 006 dollars to cover deposits and cover the lender notes. The move aims to stabilize the bank’s finances by paying depositors and supporting mortgage notes while awaiting hearings on the stockholders’ protection suit and bank asset seizure.

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Democrats Fire Personal Attacks Over Wilson Expenditures

Lawmakers from both parties clash over alleged peace mission costs in Paris. Representatives Rogers Byrnes and BeWalt attack secrecy and expense items including 125000 for hotel damage and 121000 for hotel wages. Debate centers on President Wilson’s integrity and political attacks of the era.

Burns Aubert Appa Wes Air Rogers Maris Byrnes South Carolina BeWalt Pacasslvania Congress McKiney Chere DeWwall Defame Kia United States Rey Parky Goodsvn de Gand Repeblijauna Informaon Ann Good Garrett Tennessee Mr. Good

Jennie Diskant 22 Died in Stratford Bridgeport funeral

Jennie Diskant aged 22 died Tuesday February 15 1921. Friends invited to funeral from her mother’s home 760 Surf avenue Stratford Thursday February 17 at 10 15 A.M. from St John’s Church Brooks Street Bridgeport and interment at St Michael’s Cemetery.

Diskant Jennie Diskant Surf Avenue Stratford St John's New Brooksstreet Bridgeport St. Michast's

Harding to Propose Foreign Debt Plan Amid Quiet Talks

Fragmented remarks describe Harding outlining a foreign debt plan and diplomacy at a peace conference. The article references Wilson era discussions, allied indebtedness, and a skeptical stance on cancellation, with stray sports and boxing notes toward the end.

Harding

Trolleys Faced by Unfair Tactics and Public Utility Bonds

Disjointed notes describe trolley operators facing unfair tactics, include a certificate of public necessity, and mention penalties for law violations. References to bonds, emergency appropriations of 186,004, and relief funds are noted. Middlesex caucus date set for Feb 23 to nominate a county commissioner. Milford river bridge projects and county shares cited with a 290,900 borrowing plan.

Vehs Wewyid Butterworth New Haven American Legion Middlesex Milford

McWilliams Blue Line Buys Connecticut Coal Carrier Fleet

The James McWilliams Blue Line Transportation Company of New York purchases the Connecticut Transportation Company fleet of coal carriers. The purchase includes one large tug costing 100,906 dollars and seventeen barges valued at about half a million. The Connecticut line previously operated the water carriage for A. H. Powell Coal Company.

Connectics Transportation Company James McWilliams Blue Line Transportation Company New York Connecticut Transpert A Isa A. H. Powell Coal Company

Talks on Newspaper Advertising and Distribution Power

The article argues that newspapers, not just magazines, drive consumer demand and retail orders. It explains the distributor role of jobbers, the necessity of creating mass consumer demand through newspaper advertising, and cites magazine ad spend to show newspapers reach broad audiences, urging manufacturers to invest in newspaper space to sell to the public.

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