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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Jul 11, 1921
Page
11
Frolley Co plans a first jitney bus line on a four‑mile route between East Haven and Branford, per President L S Sierra. Public utilities commission denied direct operation and suggested using jitneys in connection with existing trolley service to serve Branford.
Bridgeport may host a landing station as New Haven becomes a key hub for a transcontinental and coastal air route system under War Department plans. Local officials, including Parker Soelex, indicate efforts to secure a landing site with hangars and workshops, while New Haven gains space for aviation development under the national defense act.
About 16 000 delegates at the sixth World’s Christian Endeavor Congress gathered in New York to back a warless world and press Washington to join an international body like the League of Nations. TG Smith urged churches to use their influence, warned against war, and proposed mandatory statements of personal wealth during wartime. He also lamented future conscription as unjust.
Washington July 0 Organization for postal employees to discuss working conditions health and welfare will be formed with a national council to meet monthly in Washington. Postmaster General Hays approved the plan suggested by Dr Lee K Frankel to organize councils in large cities and to include postmasters and supervisors with representatives of letter carriers clerks and other employees.
A chaotic Belfast and Chicago linked report describes violence as Orangemen and Republicans clash on streets, with houses set ablaze and a constable killed. An American committee urges intensified Irish activity and notes distrust of Lloyd George. Paragraphs reference Falls District unrest and a Chicago armistice request.
Washington July 10 Despite governors usually entering the Senate the number now serving as former state executives is twenty of ninety six. Names listed include Roaringon Johnson McLeane Teaho Sporl ing Cumming Edge Swanson Kendrick and others from California Connecticut Kentucky South Dakota Texas Virginia Wisconsin and Louisiana.
Joseph Kaufman, a disabled veteran, astonishes by singing in three voices simultaneously, sounding like multiple men in unison. Officials note this rare talent, with Kaufman previously appearing in vaudeville and school performances, marking him as a versatile singer in limited cases in the United States.
U S Coast Guard coordinates with Commerce Department to gather precise statistics on ships far out from American shores. Insurance firms seek exact long by lat data for vessels lost offshore and treasure value, with plans to surface and recover treasure when depths permit.
Shigeo Sugehiro, at Kyoto Tampertal university, says he conferred on armament limits with Senators Berek of Idaho and Xenvon of Iowa. He warned that making any disarmament plans secret would be a grave error due to vital British and Japanese interests and the U S role.
A London man operates an automatic milk vending machine linked to his store. The device dispenses milk to customers without his direct supervision, requiring only a coin and lever pull to receive the correct quantity. The Pathfinders report on this unattended service.
Shoes require airing after wear to prevent odor and rot. Keep shoes on trees or stuffed with paper when idle, especially if wet. Dry slowly away from heat to avoid cracking, and rub gently to soften material. Do not place wet shoes near stoves or radiators. use rubbers to protect when outdoors.
The London conference aims to settle Ireland’s future with De Valera accepting Dominion home rule while Ulster oppose partitions. The plan envisions a 25 percent reduced Irish army and no Irish navy, with Westminster handling foreign policy. Craig pledges to push Dominion settlement while Britain refuses to coerce Ulster. A truce is announced with no major provocation and recruitment for the Royal Irish Constabulary halted.
The article notes steps by Washington toward disarmament and urges examining all issues in connection with the conference to reach a common understanding on Far East principles and policies. China is invited to participate in the discussions.
George Smoots way for a Harding world peace move is examined by veteran columnist Garvin noting diplomatic effort after tense Anglo American relations. King George spoke with U.S. Ambassador Harvey and hinted Washington could be drawn into a landmark announcement on disarmament and talks with Japan and China.
Albert Croteau, 18, of Collinsville, was killed when a motor truck ran him over after he was thrown from an automobile in Hartfordhamsted. He had been riding with John Rhodes, was thrown when the machine struck a rut, and a truck driven by Albert Castaneau of Winsted passed over him, breaking his neck. The coroner's inquiry awaited.
Berlin reports der Tag, the industry and conservative paper, says no economic offer from the United States could tempt Germany to again sign the Versailles treaty. The note discusses Porter Knox resolution and the war state with the United States. Recruits for transport were returned to depots, while Irish and British churches prayed for peace.
Money rates in England eased last week amid abundant supply. Government finance dominated trading as the Treasury moved to issue five and one half percent bonds at 97. American buying supported Argentine and Brazilian securities while Japanese issues rose on a weaker dollar. Oil shares faded as production outpaced consumption and Mexico’s oil imports halted.
Obituaries from Havler and Wilmot service room officiated by Rev. Paul B. Bidwards for Katherine C. Serr with burial in Mountain Grove cemetery. Also funeral for Beasie M. Shannon, daughter of Mr and Mrs Shannon, from 74 Franch street and St Patrick's church mass. burial in Mt. St. Gilel's cemetery. Catherine E. Waterbury widow of town official Waterbury died at 108 Wheeler avenue. survived by daughter Mrs James Lynch and sons John of Palke Department, Fred Arfour, several grandchildren. services set 3 pm at late home with Tequila mass at 9 am in St Patrick's church. burial in Park cemetery.
Death notices from Waterbury and Greens Farms record a funeral for Catherine E Waterbury at 109 Wheeler Avenue with services at St Patrick's Church and burial at Park Cemetery planned for July 28. Also a obituary notice for William Wall invites friends to a funeral at 5 Curtis Avenue on Wednesday.
Suffield Connecticut invites sealed proposals for a one story grade school building. Separate bids for general por tion heating ventilating plumbing and electric wiring due to Town Hall by 3 PM Tuesday July 19. Plans and specifications available July 12 from Mr George A Harmon or Architect W W McLean with a ten dollar deposit refundable on return. Right to reject any bid reserved.
Broadan Wall reports a market split between railroad and industrial shares this week as industrial firms flirt with receivership while oil competition and cash-rich Standard Oil groups shape pricing power. Bond uptake by the government may aid railroads, while copper export securitization and cotton export finance reflect broader market shifts. Demand for rails remains brisk among top investment houses, with recent $25 million National Railway ads signaling renewed interest.
Ledger snippet from Mechanics and Farmers Savings Bank at Main and sank Streets shows dormant accounts with no deposits or withdrawals for twenty years ending 1921. Names listed include Albert Atchison Douglas S Beers Ben M Botsford George Bristol Mary A Coan Mary Grant Merien Hine Masco Social Club Patrick Reilly Tt H and Rebecca W Smith Marietta B Tomlinson Florence A Wallace in trust for Florence M Wallace.
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