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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Feb 26, 1920

Page

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Urges Local Landlords To Move Cautiously in Tax Increase

Sigraund Loewith a large reality dealer and leaders from the Manufacturers' Association and Chamber of Commerce join a plea to property owners. They urge landlords not to shift the wage burden entirely onto renters and to bear a fair share of the new millage. The article includes a comparative table showing the extra amount owners must pay at the start of the new fiscal year to guard against profiteering.

Sigraund Loewith Bilton Manufacturers’ Association Pierce Chamber of Commerce

Comparative Table of Figures on Bridgeport Landlord Tax Increase

A report by Sigmund Loewith presents a table of figures showing how much landlords in Bridgeport would be taxed under an increased rate. The table lists property valuations and the resulting yearly increases to landlords and per tenant shares, noting that yearly totals are shown and that the monthly increase should be half the yearly figure.

Bridgeport Sigmund Loewith Mr. Loewitty Incranpo Teroute

Bridgeport rent debate centers on city tax increase

Sigmund Loewith appeals to landlords to adjust rents cautiously amid Bridgeport tax hikes. He provides tenants with guidance figures while A. Bilton of the Manufacturers Association urges landlords to share the tax burden. Tax impact shown as about 7.49 per thousand, with typical $52.20 yearly rise on a $5,000 home, divided if multiple tenants exist. Some properties with added assessments may differ. few have increased assessments.

Sigmund Loewith S. Loewith and Company Bridgeport Loewith E. Bilton Manufacturers’ Association Bilton Leewl Joowith Tn Andh Ins Riantes Cole Jucenia Brirchild Wiheelar O Bridgeport Land of Title Company

Government urged to retire superannuated employes

Senator McLean presents a petition to the Senate from residents of Tarlton port South Norwalk Winsted New Haven Wartford Aumua Oringee Marlen Ridgefield Wallingford Norwich urging enactment for the retirement of superannuated government employees and pension provisions.

Washington, D. C Pely McLean Senate Tarlton Port South Norwalk Winsted New Haven Wartford Aumua Oringee Marlen Ridgefield Wallingford Norwich Ployer

Trains on Berkshire Stuck in Snow Drifts

Snow blocked Berkshire trains near Waterbury and Ashley Sally with 14 inch drifts. Snow plows were sent to clear the lines as trains from New York and Bridgeport were stalled. Report says George D. Setichary, longtime representative of the Cael register, died in Bridgeport. funeral planned in Springfield.

Berkshire Waterbury

Golby Names Bainbridge Colby to Cabinet Post

President Wilson selects Bainbridge Colby a New York attorney with a GOP Roosevelt era past for secretary of state. The move shocks Washington, awaiting Senate confirmation, with Colby noting only brief notice before the nominating talk and meeting the President at the White House.

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DAYS GETSETBACK IN PROHIBITION PROBES AT DISTRICT LEVEL

Canon an Pusey reports a setback as Judge Whitaler Thompson rules against a certain prohibition challenge in the district, while federal agents pursue warrants for alleged unlawful possession at saloons and pubs. Local saloonkeeper Franz Mein Alning and others face actions amid the broader enforcement push.

Nettie Tye Vplstead Whitaler Thompson Dietriet Enuyt Franz Mein Alning Federal Amtners Detone Dee Med Wels

Who is Benny Kauif in the Giant Player case

In a New York court session Judge Rosalsky hears about Benny Kauif a young man linked to the Giants inquiry. The transcript mentions Benny Huity and describes objections from the grand jury and the assistant district attorney as the judge reserves decision in a general sessions court.

Benny Kauif Rosalsky Giant York Fay Benny Huity Yim Basuhail Froguaky Seswious Lovins Aelfier Menhess le Peril Duc Roailaky

Military training eliminated by House committee report

Washington March 25 The House Military Committee rejected universal military training in the army reorganization bill and voted to report the measure with no training plan. Supporters plan amendments to force action while opponents hope to delay further debate. The bill reorganizes the army to 17 700 officers and 228 005 enlisted men with aviation and other provisions.

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Migrigan Wets Win First Clash in Prohibition War

Iron River Michigan February 28. Prohibition enforcement clash erupts as Major A Dalrymple leads an armed expedition to seize county and village officers on conspiracy to obstruct enforcement. Federal officer warns of arrests. Dalrymple travels to Washington to seek compromise. orders issued to stand down with no arrests made.

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Supreme Council to act on Wilson Adriatic stand today

London February 25 The supreme council will take up President Wilsons reply to the Allied note on the Adriatic question and, if a rejoinder is needed, will try to formulate it at once. The aim is to conclude the London session by Saturday unless extended.

Supreme Council Pres. Wilson Adriatic London Wilson Nicias Rome Principia Paris Wiscuss Washington Presi- Gont Wilson Niente Council of Alled United States Jugo-Slavia

Killed by a Cable on Coal Barge Worksite

Henry Cranshaw aged 46 was fatally injured yesterday afternoon on a Hoffman coal barge near Neere of 48 Ityrian streets. A rope cable from a Rcoop shovel entangled him while workers were aboard. He died about ten minutes after reaching the ship’s lavatory or near area, as the crane operator and crew attempted to free him.

Hoffman Vardan Meledy Cranshow

Mayor Would Jail All Who Don't Exercise Ball

Fragmented notice reports a proposal by a city mayor to jail every man and woman who fails to exercise regularly. The text is garbled with unreadable names and places, but indicates a controversial plan discussed at a muster street car proposition meeting and citizen vote.

At & Mss Anil

Trust in America Says Rabbi Wise Addresses Immigrant Belief

Rabbi Wise of New York urged the Master Painters of Connecticut to trust in America and to defend the republic from Bolshevik influence. He argued immigration defines American identity beyond birth, praised democracy, and warned against overthrow of the government. Officers were elected at the convention including O. V. Maralt as president and Joseph Collings as secretary. The event closed with a large dinner attended by about 200 people.

America Stanhen Fy Wise New York O. V. Maralt Wariford Thomas Newton Greenmwich Joseph Collings Watford Iw. A. Baxter Offord Thomson, Jr Inao Tiher Dmowens Wilson Tn Hia Oremarkg Heath

Martens Admits Red Connection and Soviet Ties

In Washington a Soviet envoy Martens acknowledged attending a Detroit meeting of Russian Socialist federation and reading telegraph messages praising Communist aims in the United States. The secret council investigation linked Martens to broader revolutionary activities and calls to break capitalism. Martens defended the meeting and admitted support for communist goals amid intense official raids.

Wallington Fed Ludwiz Cc. Kk Martens Serrato United States Russian Socialist Federation Detroit Federation Department of Justice Hhe Wade H. Ellis Comrada Iening Revo- Kinlonney Stalon Lenina

Wood and Harding in Ohio G O P Delegation Contest

In Columbus Ohio a presidential delegate fight emerges between Maj. Gen. Leonard Wood and United States Senator Warren G Harding as both seek preference on the Ohio primary ballot set for April 27. Wood's headquarters aim to place his name on the ballot while Harding's camp fields its delegates and petitions, with the contest expected to extend across districts and counties.

James R. Garfield Columbus Ohio Ono Leonad Wood United States Warren O. Tiardiir John Velen Agian Eine Simoldageois James Ry Carnell Af Leveling Noonevell Dix Lis Wood Winge Wood Iin Wing Inu Harding General Wood Geneval Wood Warding Hua Nor Hardin Delecate Mrlday

Final Effort to Pass Treaty 10 Be Made Today

Washington reports indicate both parties expect a final Senate vote on ratifying the Germany peace treaty. Stakeholders doubt a two thirds majority can be reached, with Lodge reservations and Hitchcock opposition shaping the debate. Senator Moses predicts no compromise can secure the needed votes as debates loom over Article Ten and broader League terms.

Washington Senate Germany Ofats Talaldeg Sehater Hitchcock Repu Moses New Hatpgaire Lodge League of Nations Fightet Wilsor Hitchcrck Toy Taft

Cartridge in Stove Injures Woman at East Main Street

Mrs. Kate Cain of 22 East Main Street was injured when a cartridge in a kitchen stove exploded after being swept up with dust. She was treated at Bridgeport Hospital as doctors finished housekeeping duties yesterday afternoon.

Taresely East Main Street Kate Cain Trestmen Bridgeport Hospital Cabhie

Suffrage Victory in Oklahoma House Skirmish

Oklahoma City Feb 25 Anti ratification forces lost the first House clash when a substitute resolution to put the federal woman suffrage amendment to a popular vote in August primaries was ruled out of order. A standing vote without a roll call showed about 41 members sustaining the ruling, a two thirds majority of those present.

Oklahoma City Okla House Thass

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