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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Jan 22, 1921

Page

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White calls for naval reduction and disarmament drive

White urges immediate naval cutbacks as a means to lower taxes and strengthen U S power ahead of upcoming international talks. He argues a leaner sea program will help national strength and positions the nation for the world conference on disarmament.

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Harding Urges United America in South Address

President-elect Howell, a Democrat, urges Florida and the South toward national unity. He says his main aim is to foster concord and political solidarity post Civil War, seeking mutual purpose and oneness across the United States. He stresses avoiding sectional division and emphasizes unity over separation.

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Receiver Holcomb Finds Only $500 In Cash At Shelton Bank

Receiver Marcus H. Holcomb began a Shelton Bank probe revealing only $500 cash on hand. The bank, with close to 1,000,000 in savings and ? commercial deposits, faces potential losses as a county investigation unfolds. The preliminary report shows dire finances, with scarce cash and uncertain solvency, as Holcomb and officials seek to salvage deposits and assets.

Holcomb Shelton County Shelton Bank & Get Compacy Face.co Marcus H. Holcomb Ffuicomih Wwe Ioleamb Judy Dels Jl Keeler Superior Court Vauredayy

Gop puzzled envoy Martens on nominations to depart today

In a chaotic scene the GOP navigates a tense standoff over nominations as Martens prepares to leave aboard a pier bound steamer. The party faces a likely Senate rejection and a politically fraught exit amid calls for restraint and caution.

Martens

Grand Jury Indicts 42 Men in Trust Probe

A federal grand jury returns indictments against 42 men tied to a Chicago area trust scheme affecting milling and building materials. The charges allege price suppression and conspiracy to manipulate the Chicago market, with actions affecting carpenters and finishings suppliers.

U.S Taos Tor Grand Jury Chicago Carpenter Chicaza Chicago Carpenters’ Triat Council Carpenter Con Thaoors Judiete United States District Attorx

Witness details religious intolerance in Ireland inquiry

Miss Dowie Benue a Protestant woman from Dublin testified before the committee on Ireland stating British policy suppresses industry and religious liberty. She described coercive measures, factory closures, and threats to Protestants, citing letters from Irish business leaders and women’s groups. The testimony highlighted intimidation against reform and opposition to publishing names.

Washington England Ireland Soliton Ifort Caroline M Irish Women's Tional League Lane Gannett Eait Bennett

Ford Motor Co Faces Market Rumors on Capital Actions

Report notes Ford Motor Co seeking to float assets and manage maturing obligations amid talk of large funding needs for capital work. References to executives and board discussions, with speculation about corporate strategy and potential negotiations, while denying concrete plans.

Ford Motor Co

Seizure of Ship Yards in Audit Dispute Planned

Audit dispute centers on Bethlehem shipyards with claims a $260000 voucher was charged to profit and loss. Witnesses say VAeterumi ng to commend the yards and Brin of Par Jey Marse connected with the same while the auditing employer examined the books. A conference sought a settlement as tense testimony tied to October expenses and board concerns over shifting costs.

Tana Ainival Rensen Siinbuilding Corporation Martin Ay Jen Todity Ne Ahairmen Bathlehem Par Jey Marse and Company Amin Nota Giller x Gillen Breought Anse Tor Perley Morse Chires MM. Sehwel Bethlehem O] Corporation Evergency Gilen

Untermyers Act Of Assailing Him Derided by Palmer

A fragmented report from Washington discusses Untermyer facing derision by Palmer amid a legal-constitutional clash over a suspension of a law. The piece references Attorney General and court actions, with mentions of senators and investigations suggesting substantial progress in related litigation.

Untermyer Palmer

City Manager Plan and 875000 Bond Vote Won by Mayor

Bridgeport Aldermen debated reviving the Broad Street extension as the mayor pressed a plan to send the City Manager charter to the General Assembly. He urged authorization to issue 875000 in bonds for a new East Washington Avenue bridge and other projects to provide immediate work for the unemployed. The council approved the mayor's recommendations in a unanimous vote, and a continued debate on the school board and curriculum followed.

Broad Street Weynesduay Heers Wilsonsion General Assembly Wilson Board of Aldermen East Washington Avenue Board of Education Aoard Bridgeport Hone Jong Vogie S Hau

Minister Admits Local Woman Slayed Postal Theft Suspect

Victoria Prizers reports a Mount Vernon case where Mie Tat Kyle, once rector of the Free Methodist church, confessed involvement in the robbery of 82 registered mail packages valued around 198000. Investigators recovered 3600 more, bringing the total believed stolen to about 313000, with Kyle alleging the money appeared on her property without her knowledge.

Mount Vernon Tiny Kyle Free Methodish Church Tyo Lee Kylee Allel Steprey Gorenisha Avie Kyle Port Olive

Gypsy Double Wedding Ends in Police Call

At a January 21 reception for a Gypsy double wedding, about 500 guests gathered for a lively event that spiraled into a near disaster as fights erupted. A peppering of missiles and chaos followed when a celebratory mood devolved into violence and police intervention.

Nwa Vorek

Conference Between Bullard Walfe With Governor Lake

S H Bullard and E S Walfe met Governor Lake for a conference at the state chamber of commerce. The meeting aimed to discuss work on a worm lie and related costs. A detailed estimate of expenses and information collection were planned to help determine seat needs and potential funding.

S.H. Bullard E. S. Walfe Governor Lake Stantoy Vt Tarbaithyu Residenc Manund I. Wolfe Risdenpark National Dreside Tullard Mr. Jallard Wolfe Mere Walfe Uae

Shock Fatal to T. F. Martin, Well Known Physician

The obituary notes the death of Thomas Frane Martin a well known physician and horse enthusiast. A funeral is planned for Monday at 11 a.m. at the local city church with many local officials and residents expected to attend.

T. F. Martin Martin Tae City Mars Mary Ars Thomas Martha Oligie Vuivers New Wren Mibery Ras Jorae Siralfonk Biurk Cerete

Man Fractures Ankles in 10 Foot Jump

A report notes a man fractured both ankles in a ten foot jump. The incident occurred near Bridggegart on Rengwick Street and involved multiple bystanders including Werner Leena and Hubert Anderson. The workplace accident left several witnesses in shock as medical responders arrived.

Amloerd Thoesipaniil Hubert Anderson Rengwick Street Bridggegart Wade Werner Leena Vowrk Avenue Woodmont

Interest Rate on Bonds Raised by Charter Change

The city, after Senate bill No 1, raises charter rules to allow six percent on new bonds to retire maturing serial bonds. The Board of Aldermen authorized selling at six percent as bond bidders show demand, with a $682,006 refunding issue previously pegged at five percent. Mayor Wilson expects quick absorption. a banker had floated a 1-4 discount but lack of authority blocked offers.

Tner Lake Wilson Senate Assembly Lair Hartford DeLeney Chey

Return of Bethany Chapel Trolley Service Is Asked

Mayor Wilson with General Manager of YK Connecticut Company seeks permission to extend trolley service from Beechmont Avenue junction to Bethany Chapel. The tracks are owned by the Danbury and Bethel Railway, and the utility commission permit is required before service can extend. Continued on page two.

Bethany Chapel Wilson Con Manigerter YK Connecticut Company Bethany Hanes Fealley Mainette Beechmoont Avenue Chiapel Pottey Danbiyr & Bethel Railway Company Connectcut Vidle Utilities Jitner

Record vote of confidence in Briand French cabinet

Aristide Briand and his new French cabinet won a record vote of confidence from deputies, signaling national unity ahead of the Alling meeting. The support followed strong speeches and continued claims, with prime figures urging determination and a clear stance on Germany and reparations.

Briand Ilene Ind Oyelt Watrne

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