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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Jan 29, 1921
Page
17
Broadan Wall reports a sudden revival in transportation shares lifting prices amid mixed news on railroad and oil firms. Gains in Reading and Mexican Petroleum buoyed sentiment while overall market strength outpaced speculation on railroads and coal.
Notices of hearings from boards and courts, including tax assessment appeals and divorce proceedings, plus a long list of obituaries with funeral notices. Names like Stratford, Bridgeport, Milford appear. dates range January and February with times and locations for hearings and services.
Market activity in Chicago shows mixed movements as government figures on domestic wheat supplies spark debate. Traders weigh supply shifts and the impact on freight, corn, and provisions while bulls push cautiously amid uncertain quotas.
New York dispatches report rural crime tensions as police in Piscriaway New York lose local control and jail. An officer calls a nap and finds the only Low constable in jail while Berringer and the tow police face a robbery charge. Goshen residents petition to reduce the village police to nine day men and one night watchman, with a spring election looming. The Chestnut Nova jail fades as horses are motorized and deputy sheriffs gain powers to arrest auto thieves.
A docket of civil common pleas cases includes Berkman v Crininise for rent and damages, Krusewski v Zahafo for 8500 loan, Van Dievshiv v Majesky for 130, and many other actions such as notes, foreclosures, and auto loans. Several parties seek recovery of loans, vehicles, or wages with trial set for Tuesday among Standish v Connecticut company and others.
Mass Laura Mairaons case continues as defense attorney Taras Wilkins, also T. O. Winties, argues the accused stood falsely charged in the murder aboard a Jonely pine mountain rail car. Prosecution outlines evidence while a banquet in John Devoy’s honor looms in New York with attendees including Mrs Murphy and other national figures.
Floor covering makers petition for double duties amid mixed testimony. Witnesses discuss imports from Japan and Europe as well as domestic producers. The Bridgeport probate court hears claims against the estate of Bigs trict deceased with a six month deadline for creditors to file.
Report notes a $256 Ponzi scheme payment recovered by Boston police. Mentions Ponzi terms and a broken association tie, with investigators citing partial refunds and questioned financial actions. Local officials review the incident and its impact on law enforcement records.
Confused local note reports a goat presumed foster mother to a baby hippo at Bronx Haologies Park. Authorities or residents question the baby’s parentage and care arrangements while a ten pound newborn reportedly arrived yesterday, sparking debate over rightful guardianship.
Dun's New Toris notes a cautious improvement in some sectors with conservative commitments and steadier prices. Wholesale declines are less pronounced, while deflation appears to ease in certain markers as demand recovers in textiles and other sectors. Weekly bank clearings reach 34,183.40.
Bankers and merchandise creditors of the Goodyear Tire and Rubber company end a week of conferences without a settlement on the companys financial difficulties at todays session. Progress toward a plan acceptable to both sides is reported as ongoing.
Commodities markets closed irregularly with grains unsettled after a government wheat supply release. Cotton edged lower on weak cables and Manchester reports, while coffee faced pressure from anticipated Brazilian shipments. Wheat gains were limited despite a government supply note, with overall volatility and liquidation in later trading.
The fragment describes permit activity and building alterations at multiple addresses including 402 Congress Street and 364 Marshall Street, mentioning individuals such as H Wheeler and Anna Ta Luckner, plus references to a Federal Reserve credit and insurance-like terms. Details are garbled and partially illegible.
The Federal Reserve Board approved the articles of incorporation of the Foreign Trade Financing Corporation of New York. The corporation, capitalized at 100 million dollars, aims to engage in international financial operations. Announcement said the presidency would be tendered to Governor Hurling, with formal offer pending.
Property records list multiple transfers and frontages including 36 feet on Sherman Street and fifty five feet on Colorado Avenue. Deals mention buyers such as Myron Wand Slarvally and Aubrey B. DeWolfe with amounts like 2900 dollars and 2200 dollars, reflecting neighborhood land, shops, and corner parcels.
Liberty bonds closed with fractional quotes in New York with assorted series at 91.86 for First Mortgage and 87.40 for First 2A 8s, plus Second 4s at 7.00 and ad 1-45 at 90.06. Call money in first division traded 7 percent high, 7 percent low, closing bid 6 and offered at 7, with bank acceptances at 5 3-4.
A plan offers recovery in foreign exchange through Liberty Bonds and foreign securities. It claims high gains with minimal effort and directs readers to Room 308 Liberty Blog for detailed information on currency and exchange operations.
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