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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Jan 17, 1922

Page

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Vaccination Ultimatum Spreads Across Norwalk Firms

Amid rising smallpox fears in Bridgeport health authorities press for precautions in Norwalk. Norwalk Tire and Rubber orders Bridgeport workers inoculated or kept from work as New Haven and other areas boost vaccination efforts. Health officials report 56 total cases, four new, all mild, with vaccination drives sweeping schools and workplaces.

Coon Bridgeport Norwalk Norwalk Tire and Rubber Company New Haven W. H. Coon Binver Newfield Schnoo Lincoln Swalton Webster Black Rock Maplewood Beered Hoeart St. John Franklin Jackson Goon Health Board Coon Sach J. A. Maxwell V. Calvin Alfred Kornblut J. G. Boos J. G. O'Connell W. & Wunderly J. H. Howard B. J. Burns Conklin B. C. Pasuth A. Bul Marquilis Warner Brothers Company R. F. Cradington Columbia Graphophone Company Twalfere Connecticut Medical Liberty League Katter

Karma Terminal cuts coal price to fresh ton rate

Roderick McNeil general manager of the Karma Terminal company announced a further price cut on freshly mined Lehigh coal to a ton. He claimed the independent firm has reduced local coal prices, saving the public thousands of dollars, with demand taxed to capacity as orders pour in. (Continued on page Toto.)

Roderick McNeil Karma Terminal Company Coal Dealers’ Association Hig Karm Terminal Company Wir Rarm Terminal Company

Collins takes Dublin Castle as leader amid somber mood

Special Cable Despatch from Dublin reports Mick Collins, newly installed head of Dublin Castle administration, visibly dejected as he leaves the Privy Council. Crowds watched Briton soldiers remove barricades while residents pressed close, hoping for a glimpse of the idol.

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Banks to take hand in running Graphophone Co

Bankers and Botika holding notes totaling 25 million dollars plan to cooperate with Graphophone executives in managing finances and liquidating liabilities. Robert B. Crudginton, plant manager, disavows full knowledge but notes the plan aims to resolve the company’s financial problems after a 1920 report showed a deficit of 2,943,951 dollars and a wiped out surplus.

Botika Columbia Graphophone Company Wan New York Loce Robert B. Crudginton Lid

Aldermanic Salary Ordinance Scrapped

An Aldermanic salary ordinance granting a salary of 800 a year was rejected by the city board after debate. The City Attorney and others opposed it, leading to the ordinance being dropped at the meeting. Residents and officials noted the decision as a key relief from the proposed pay raise.

Apherti Vrlinwice

Swindler Arrested for Clergymen Fraud in Bridgeport

Ralph W. Hole alias Wrant T. Stark, a 37 year old with prior jail time for fraud against D. Rockefeller, was arrested by Detective Sergeant John I. Geers in Bridgeport for attempted swindle of Rev. Branden F. Shermog Jr. Police say he confessed to criminal activity in five states dating back to age sixteen and planned a wide clerical swindle across other cities.

Ralph W. Hole Wrant T. Stark John I. Geers Branden F. Shermog, Jr DU Bet Penit Tcords Barger Halo Dowin D. Rockefeller

Eleven crew and officer's wife die in Vesta disaster

German steamer Vesta suffered an explosion and fire off the coast as heavy seas raged. Twelve crew members and the chief officer's wife perished, with survivors rescued after hours at sea following a shift of naphtha cargo and massive fumes.

London Associated Press Mamburg Lisbon Lowestoft Vesta

TROLLEY FARE REFORM AWAITs RULING AND STUDY

Accord ing to Secretary Albert Wiley of the Chamber of Commerce the Public Utilities Commission will not act immediately on President Jamax S Snorry's announcement that the nickel trolley fare cut will take effect March 11. Reports on the ninety day five cent fare trial are pending results from February 20, with possible 18 percent reductions depending on the trial.

Assetout Albert Wileard Chamber of Corierae Rmande Jamax S. Snorry Bridgeport Catamiasion Unau Ellinga Puble Utilities Commission Halewy Storrs Hitteshlis Aikinie Ashen

Mary to wed on February 28 in London ceremony

The royal confirmation states Princess Mary will become a bride on February 28 in London at two o'clock in the afternoon. The announcement comes from a trusted royal insider confirming the event.

Mary Wondon Tantehl

Conference Faces Critical Turn in Far East Debate

United States reaffirms open door stance while Far East talks stall. Washington delays decisions on Shantung Manchuria and Siberian policy as Japan presses for secure terms, with naval pact approval awaiting broader accord and regional signals.

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Hartford Lawyer 10 Defends Butterworth in City Proceedings

In Hartford, a lawyer and the American Legion announce mediation over the estate fund for needy servicemen. The report notes tentative connections to local civic actions and a sequence of proceedings involving the delayed disbursement and oversight. The muddled text references Jan and Frank Sutterworth in related roles.

Wartford

Seaplane Missing Crew Reaches Safety at Sea

A seaplane from Miami, carrying Pla Jan and crew Crenshaw, Leopold, Culbertson, and Smith, reached Columbus this afternoon after a several hour search. All passengers reported no injuries and were unharmed.

Miami Pla Jan Mosen Ty Kann Flo. Crenshaw Montgomery Ala Quinton Leopold Paw Culbertson Anlelan Smith Tuy York Fini Columbus

Bridgeport Police Promotion Debated Over Future Staffing

Calhoun of the Bridgeport board announced plans to cut expenses if investigations show no need to expand the police force. The board will proceed with promotions or layoffs only after a thorough inquiry into police conduct and operating costs, aiming to balance sworn duty with taxpayer interests.

Police Board Bridge Port Department Calhoun Philo Ita Republic Voters League League Bridgport

Rabbi Wise Praises Wilson In Wartime Tribute

New York Rabbi Stephen S. Wise lauded Woodrow Wilson as more tested than Lincoln and credited him with two great wartime achievements. He spoke during a tribute in America’s mine be wrapped campaign for the Wilson Foundation, introduced by Wilson’s contact committee chair, with Atwater as joint committee chair and Kilmy leading the Avnet group.

Silore Lincoln Stephen S. Wise Wilson ‘Foundation Fund Woodrow Wilson New York America Hetel Wilson Wes Wilson Rabbi Wise Wils T. iThieks

Storehouse Arson Inquiry Under Way by City State and Fire Crews

A joint detective, state police, and fire department inquiry into an arson attempt at the Great Northern Practice Grocery Co storehouse on Main Street yielded no immediate arrests. Investigators report elaborate preparations but insufficient evidence to charge suspects, with regional responders continuing to review the case.

State Police Department Fire Department Great Northern Pactice Grocery Company, Inc Algo10 Main Street

Aldermen Hear Linwood Avenue Closing Protests

A hearing before the Board of Aldermen discussed closing Linwood Avenue to traffic while children travel to and from lessons and during recess play. The proposal seeks city power to determine the extent of closure and whether a formal ordinance is needed.

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Aldermen Move to Abolish Recreation Board

Last night Aldermen unanimously adopted a resolution to abolish the Board of Recreation and transfer supervision of the Seaside Park public bathing pavilion to the park department. The plan, submitted by Alderman Hogan, calls for a line change effective April 1, and the ordinance committee will consider the measure as part of the administration’s economy program.

Ifk Seaside Park Pary Hogan Neasuvs Adaiupistrasion

Dillon Conference Names Committee to Reunite Party

Acandat reports a Republican meeting led by Senator John G B Dillon formed a twelve member committee to consult with party leaders and unite warring factions. The appointees include Elmer Havens Arthur Canner Senator De Laney Andrew Norhey and others. The group vows to use all lawful means to cement the party in coming days.

John GB. Dillon Stratheld Tr Negulany Elmer H. Havens Arthur I.canner Alexander de Laney Andrew Norihey Davie W. Price Ilpatrick Sparco Apporlinament Howard Chellenger Patrick O'Shea James A Turner Board of Appraiats Seward Ho Velie Niry Chamber of Commerce

Alderman Proposes Park From Pearse Property on St Marys Bay

Alderman Eugene Kelley introduced an ordinance to transform the old Pearse property at St Marys by the Sea into a city park, aiming to create a breathable public space for Black Rock residents.

Pearse St. Mary's-by-the-Sea Black Rock Seelion Eugene Kelley

Post Against Increased Dues in Local Meeting

Members voted down a proposed amendment to raise yearly dues for the Truman institution led by Harry W. Jongdon. An additional proposal for a special assessment of per minister in Tutsif nence was also defeated or postponed. Several other amendments were tabled until the next meeting.

Tas Harry W. Jongdon Hasting

City to Appropriate $18,000 for Jobless Relief

The board of aldermen approved an $18,000 appropriation to create work for the unemployed. Superintendent Angus Timorne is tasked with directing the new public employment program and ensuring funds reach eligible residents.

Aldurman Angus Timorne

One woman chosen for Arbuckle jury in Rosco Arbuckle case

San Francisco report states the jury for Rosco Arbuckle manslaughter is completed with fourteen members chosen. The panel includes 11 men and 1 woman regulars and two alternates. selection occurred just before adjournment after screening a second venire of seventy nine talespta.

Bread deliveries shock bakers across New York market

A Ward Buiting Co surprise shipment delivered 240000 pounds of soylohn wheat bread to 173000 grocers in Brooklyn Manhattan and suburbs prompting industry-wide disruption. The report also notes unrelated criminal trial developments in Los Angeles and Evanston.

New York Awithout Preyloug Ward Buiting Company United Brooklyn Manhattan OS Angeles Cal Arthur. Burch Evanston Illinois Belton Kennedy Los Angeles Burch

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