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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Feb 26, 1921
Page
9
A report notes that leaders from all branches of German business commerce finance and industries were summoned to draft counter proposals. The item hints at ongoing negotiations and the secretive nature of the discussions continuing from Page One.
A survey reports Germany opposes Allied control of credits and a tax on exports. Foreign Minister Simons may propose a total reparations figure between 100 and 150 billion marks as discussions continue. Conjectures circulate about Germany's stance toward trade with America and Russia.
Moir’s vehicle license 13 awaits a holder at the state motor vehicle office as officials report many renewals avoid the unlucky number. Representative Fred L. Dennis paid $2 for a renewal and chose No 38 instead. Dennis recalled a bad luck month and past accidents, while others remain cautious about No 13. The renewal deadline falls on Marghist with Monday as the final day to obtain a license.
Williams denounces United States Steel profits and calls for price reductions after wartime earnings. He cites depreciation, wage implications, and a $200 million tax cost, urging radical price cuts and public scrutiny. He says a February letter to Judge Sary accusing profiteering drew no reply.
The mayor spoke about a city manager system with elected ward commissioners as advisors while a professional manager handles day to day work. He emphasized merit in selection and appropriate salaries. After the talk, attendees enjoyed entertainment and dancing with Merion McMants and a troupe in ceremonial costumes.
The game between K of C Markethell Ave and Devon A C was postponed by a snowstorm and will be played this Sunday after K of C agreed to Devon club’s substitute date offer last night at Le Chateau.
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