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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Jul 05, 1921
Page
4
New York July 4 The Aircraft Association reports in a six month aviation survey that 1,200 commercial planes operated over 3,260,000 miles with 16 fatalities and 4% injuries in 27 serious accidents largely among gross flyers. Civil aviation suffers from lack of federal control with 200 plus reckless pilots. only 214 municipal lines exist nationally.
Ski meet on Vista Peak slopes in the Northwest drew participants from eastern cities. Jordan claimed first place for the second year, property records were set, and several records were broken during the event despite heat.
Tulare Calif July 4 The American Legion Post led by State Commander Button R. Pitts proposes raising a million dollars for any boxer formerly a member of Allied or associated armies who defeats Jack Dempsey.
The American Legion urges expanded U S history and government teaching in schools. Speaker J Ryan of New York emphasizes education as foundation of the nation and the duty to inform teachers and students about American government and its workings for a stronger republic.
Fragmentary OCR text about a national cause mentions learning at school to love consumer goods, with unclear phrases and missing context. No clear event or entities established.
Sunday opening cases in the city court feature defendants arraigned for various offenses. John Iman Waterbury Samus Wilbur 49 Sole Street and Harry Holden Mamaroneck faced driving offenses, with judgments suspended or fines imposed in different matters.
The Congregational meeting approved a ten million dollar fund for support. Speakers included Willieny Vorace Day of Bridgeport and Reverend Robert G. Byowh of Waterbury. Afternoon activities featured an exposition at Pomona gallery in Claremont.
Parisians celebrate the United States national date with French anniversary remarks. France American organizations hold ceremonies at the Pointe de Grave monument near the Garonne to honor America’s entry into the war. The first stone of the monument was laid in September 19728 by Raymond Poincare, then president of the Third Republic.
Report notes a shift in naval shipbuilding away from traditional straight bows toward the clipper style for future vessels. It highlights the abandonment of older lines as designers favor the sharper, more streamlined clipper profile for improved speed and handling at sea.
Milford reports political rumors of an independent or citizen's party forming to contest upcoming local race. Leaders consider Linket movement, with debate over endorsements and women candidates. Haywin Munson named as possible Ford of the Independent slate.
A three mile chase on the outskirts of town led to the arrest of Alfred Ba of Norte Avenue Extension and Carl Morrell of Melville Street Bridge after officers pursued their bikes. They face charges of driving while under the influence, failing to obey officers, and speeding. No injuries reported. details incomplete but provided by Officer Bennett.
The article discusses cure limits for no tay in Maltpine, noting untrustworthy remedies and dangers from misused horse fodder and treatments. It mentions fresh preparations, washing in running water, and the risks to local horses and people amid unknown practices. Also dated July 4 with news of George F. Dutcombe, 64, dying at his Manila home. funeral Wednesday at 2 p.m.
Washington reports reveal Senator Capper of Kansas condemning the U S Chamber of Commerce and big business for opposing the soldier bonus. He cites cost plus profits during the war, veterans’ hardships, hospital and rehabilitation shortfalls, and delays in aid funding, urging swift Senate action before the recess. Senator McCumber foresees a vote on the measure before month’s end.
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