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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Jan 18, 1921
Page
12
Vienna reports show growing support for a union with Germany amid reparations failures and economic distress. Public meetings and press debate fusion, while unemployment rises and money loses value. rumors of a coalition crisis and possible nonpartisan government loom as police prepare for potential disturbances.
The trolley system announced a new schedule in operation with no disruptions except Norwalk line where a new car with extra motors faced morning teething troubles. By afternoon Norwalk cars operated more smoothly. New Haven line saved 76 minutes by eliminating overs, with no slips.
Thomas Paine a Bridgeport clothing store veteran died at his sister Mrs. Joseph Parraga home at 03 Laurel avenue after a long illness. He began at the Star Clothing store in his youth and later helped run the shop near City National Bank. Funeral set for tomorrow at the sister’s home with burial in Mountain Grove cemetery.
A Meriden assembly plans a large meeting of local and state VFW members next Sunday to organize a state department. Ten delegates were chosen by Raymond W. Harris to represent the group at the gathering.
The funeral for Mrs Julia M Allington sister of the late Annie Crosby who died Sunday night at 13 Pairfield Avenue will be held at 3 oclock tomorrow from Mountain Grove remote The service will be officiated by W Simpson Mrs Abhington widow of Civil War veteran Byron Abhington was part of one of New Josiung oldest families and member of the Woman's Helios corps G A R Her ancestry traces to Elder William Brewster and to the French and Indian War era Her uncle Thomas Crosby was a press card university She is survived by grandson James Leschon and two great grandchildren Dorothy and Marijorle Leschon.
New Haven on January 17 reports a plan to authorize 250000 in bonds for a loading shed warehouse and crane on city shore property. Harbor expert H Mdl Harding will push the measure to the board of aldermen with operations possibly starting May 1. If approved, Harding may seek a further 1006000 from the legislature to expand the terminal project.
The Shipping Board announced withdrawal from service of 20 ships totaling 120,090 deadweight tons for tie up at Baltimore New York Norfolk Philadelphia and at gun ports.
Announcement from Margard College and Lowell Observatory reports a celestial object named Nebula as the fastest traveler in the universe. Dr Vo Ms Slipter led observations at the observatory revealing an unprecedented velocity, marking a historic achievement in space research.
President elect Harding approved plans for a simple inaugural on the east steps of the Capitol with Eliot Woods, the capital grounds superintendent, and a small platform to aid his address. Cabinet talks continue as figures like Lowden Hilles and Hays discuss potential posts amid assurances of harmony in the campaign team.
Philadelphia report records Charles F. Scott urging union labor to resist ending the contract between Cramp Shipbuilding and the metal trades department of the AFL. He warned a congressional inquiry, citing ongoing disputes over a long standing agreement governing labor relations.
A damaged item describes a Howland Lyric Theater night with a police play by the Poli players. The event featured guests including Jil Sleinke, a Telegram cartoonist, while revelry occurred and a colored piper procession faced interruptions.
A wedding report from Stratford notes MARSH RAY WEDDING of Bethany Rev Joseph Marttean phoreh with Dion Rain of daumaica Plain Massachusetts. A double ring ceremony occurred with a Dublin ring? The bride is employed at a torpedo bath company. Manske will make their fee Stratford.
Two small fires caused alarm on Penantnek Street with no serious damage. Responders extinguished flames from a vehicle or structure while residents reported minor injuries and confusion. Police investigated the incident for possible arson or accidental causes.
Local Boy Scouts from First Pres by leaders Ralph Milaidown organize a "Kind a Job" drive. They mapped 267 households and secured nine jobs for the unemployed as volunteers solicit odd jobs daily, with a meeting on State Street at 6 o clock to coordinate efforts among civic and club groups.
The association of collegiate athletes released recommendations today through the executive and advisory committees. The long anticipated public briefing outlines proposed measures affecting intercollegiate sports and athlete governance.
In Charleston a man, IL S Bigham, killed his mother sister and two of the sister's children, then shot himself. The estate, valued at about 100000, and other family troubles were cited. The killings occurred at the old Bingham home near Pamploples, five miles from the Florence area, with the body found in the woods and a pistol unexplainedly loaded.
Milford reports Lauralton students and alumni are collecting to reach a $5,000 goal for a new pipe organ in the chapel. About $1,560 has been secured so far, with most funds from alumni and the school’s efforts. The school began 14 years ago with 18 pupils and now serves about 150 students plus day scholars.
An elderly woman recounts nine years of kidney trouble with various medicines until Foley Kidney Pills provided relief. She testifies the pills eased backache, sore muscles, rheumatic pains, and urinary symptoms, and she recommends them to kidney sufferers confidently.
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