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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Jan 04, 1922
Page
16
At Plymouth the Admiralty orders stern action against tobacco smuggling by ship crews. Commander in Chief Sir Charles Madgen announces that unless smuggling is stopped the privilege of bringing tobacco on board ships will be withdrawn.
The Russo Swedish telegraph project is announced to connect Petrograd with Rockhalen via a new direct line. It will link with the Great Northern cables to London, altering current routes through Finland or Ro. The Soviet news agency reports construction soon.
Reported rioting in Rust Strian amid currency collapse as Kronen value tumbles from five per American dollar before World War I to about 4,000 today. Dr H W Wood notes the drastic price surge. Martins Ferry reports wavering markets and social tension. A Columbus police anecdote humorously notes a cigar prank with hooch.
An old advertisement touts Bowles Red Pepper Rub as providing instant relief for rheumatism lumbago neuritis and muscular pains. It claims concentrated heat penetrates to ease congestion and soothe throbbing joints within minutes, urging readers to buy from local drug stores under the Rowles brand.
Jan 5. America's greatest woman World War hero Miss Alene BE Frawley has endured wounds and near death after the Chateau Thierry bombing. Believed dead in casualty records, she survived, fought to prove sin is not alive, and has returned to recovery in San Antonio after a long ordeal including a hospital blast and a misleading death notice.
A group of 584 American Fabrics Company employees of Bridgeport Connecticut sent a petition to Senator Penrose urging the passage of a protective tariff and endorsing the American Valuation Plan. The document requests Congress act to shield American industry from foreign competition, arguing higher living standards and job protection.
Realty records show transfers between multiple realty firms and individuals, including quitclaims and guardianship appointments. Names such as Barkin company, Fairfield avenues, Reulsh & Franck, and Julia Northen estate are linked with trusteeship and property actions. An attachment release on a claim of Willan Gramava is noted alongside church and bank references in a garbled, placeholder-rich entry.
London dispatch reports the Girls Friendly Society debating the servant issue. Lady Cowan urges reform aligning domestic training with European models, proposing a formal certification and social value equal to other education paths for girls.
Carson City January 3 The divorce of Mary Pickford from Gwen Moore drew sharp critique from Attorney General Lt. Biolared who called it the worst of its kind and urged the Supreme Court to set aside the decree in a closing brief urging action.
Three armed robbers escaped after holding up three collectors for a drug company on a downtown street in Los Angeles. The heist reportedly yielded about $19,090 in cash. Police pursue suspects as details remain unclear.
The latest figures published here show the French army strength listed as 870060. A separate number 177000 appears for North Africa, with mentions of global distribution and potential reductions tied to policy actions affecting conscription and service terms.
Dean Swan of Yale Law School seeks to draw up papers for the Connecticus Legion News, the official organ of the Connecticus department of the American Legion. Capital $10,500 with $310,000 in preferred stock and $500 in common stock. directors will own the common and each member of the virilous posta will receive one share of preferred stock. State approval pending.
In Paris on January 2 a new democratic organization emerged as French Democrats form a body inspired by international movements. The group, called the Democratic Internationale, includes a French section led by Marc Sangni ve and the Young Democrats. Members appear to come from various political currents, with ties to republican and civic activism.
Dr Hare is appointed judge for the New Haven show and for related poultry and aviary exhibitions. The appointments come from the American poultry club with duties at the Los New Maven Dor and Kennel show on February 85 and February 3 for Cyrieedeut Poultry and Marm Aviary exhibits.
Ohio on January 3 reports a nut farmer who cultivates many varieties including English and Japanese walnuts, pecans, heart nuts, hickory and black walnuts. Witte, age 74, has grown nuts for 52 years, grafting species to endure winters and expand his diverse crops.
In Upper Silesia at Beuthen, German capitalists resize land holdings as Polish governance progresses. A major property once held by the von Tarlneramarck family has changed hands to English capitalists who formed a company named Frankel vor Donnetsmarck Beuthen States Ltd. The British charter was issued in London and technical leadership will shift to British engineers.
A Wiltonville Ohio item from January recounts a traveling hobo asking only for soap and cake while canvassing kitchen doors. The notice notes cleanliness as a motto amid local disturbances and small town reporting of curious, odd actions.
A stubborn tow from Rockport bound for New York faced heavy ice as 41 waters froze and a local harbor yard prepared for repairs. The Virginia salt smacks crews report limited operations due to cold, with dredges restricted to human power. Three months of salvage work loom before spring drydock resumption.
An old advertisement touts Pepto Mangan as a tonic to prevent colds, throat issues, and overwork fatigue. It promises increased energy, red blood benefits, and improved digestion with several weeks of use, claimed to refresh and beautify users.
An ad featuring Lina and Henry Trafford promotes a poultry system claiming every pullet has over a thousand minnie eggs in her system. It promises high profits from hens through seasonal production and offers a free copy of The 1,000 EGG HEN to readers who send their details.
The arrest of a keeper of a Minit road avenue house was described by a witness as tied to a quarrel that could affect others. John Buginsky of 179 Railroad Avenue faced an assault charge from his four month bride after allegedly kicking her in the stomach during an argument. He admitted striking during the dispute and claimed further acts by his wife were discussed. a witness testified in court as Judge Boardman ordered further action.
In Superior Court yesterday a jury heard evidence in a damage suit filed by Mrs. Sue Phillips against Turney Brothers Company for injuries alleged from a March 39, 1920 incident at a warehouse. She contends permanent injuries from a truck handling mishap. An expert for the defense and Dr. Joan Dc Tamch testified for the plaintiff.
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