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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Jul 13, 1921

Page

1

All But 71 Jitneys Ruled Off Streets By P A Board

President Harding warned the nation that approving the soldier bonus now could imperil financial stability. Senate debate stalled as Republicans pushed to recommit the bill to finance leaders, while Democrats opposed. Harding urged tariff and tax reforms and stressed careful consideration of veterans aid amid pressure from both sides.

P. A. Board Harding Washington Senate Penrose Finance Committee Wes Mia Siarding Sawyer Republicantorney Daugiery Hays Davis Rotingen Gemoerst Arkansas

De Valera and Lloyd George to Meet Tomorrow in London

Irish Republican leader Eunona De Valera and colleagues travel to London to discuss Ireland's troubled situation with British leaders. The plan calls for a 11 o clock Thursday meeting in Downing Street with Prime Minister and cabinet members present. Irish visitors received a boisterous welcome, pledging to seek peace and justice.

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Beaverdale Fire and Feed of Foreign Residents Sparks Tension

Beaverdale, Pa. July 13 Fire blown buildings and alleged attacks sparked flight of foreign residents. State police restored order with seven officers. reinforcements from Greensboroh were requested as crowds divided into groups and dynamited targets. Loss estimated at 25000 dollars as American residents faced rising fears and many women and children fled town.

Johanetows Beaverdale Cambria Greensboroh

Slow jury selection slows White Sox trial progress

In Chicago on July 12 the first venire of 160 men yielded only four jurors for the White Sox players trial. A near venire was ordered for tomorrow as efforts to complete the jury continue. The judge warned both sides that faster action is required to move the case forward.

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Windham County Doctors Show Faith in Liquor

July 12 Associated Press report notes Windham County doctors defy limits of the prohibition law by prescribing liquor. Prohibition director Julius Stremian reports doctors exhaust their allotment before three months, with each prescription book held to 100 accompanying blanks and a retirement stub. Residents may rely on doctors to obtain liquor while patent medicines remain restricted.

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Hawk er, Famous Aviator, Killed in Air Crash

London dispatch reports Harry Hawker, famed aviator, perished when his aircraft burst into flames upon landing. The British pilot, who with Lt. Cmdr. MacKenzie Grieve nearly crossed the Atlantic in 1919, died after a long pursuit of the Daily Mail Prize and subsequent flight attempts. Hawker's death follows a storied career that inspired both British and American airmen.

London Jip 14 Associated Press Harry Hawkher Henden Ag York Harry G. Hawker MacKenzie Grieve New Foundland Ireland Htve Foundland Atlantic United States Navy Sir Alcock Hawker Daily Mail Trepassey St. John's Daily Moti F. P. Raynhart St. John Raynham Midocean Hey Trish Mary Jingland Tong King George Girmha Rockaway Plymouth England Stoppin Halifax Trepasser Azores Aer

Haven Cigar Makers and Local Hospital Operations

Fragmentary OCR notes mention Haven Cigar makers and a hospital operation. Names and details are unclear, but reference to A. Katha and Jule Adair Kates appear. The text seems to describe manufacturing or business changes and a hospital procedure or facility.

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Mystery Salp Norse Freighter Rammed At Sea

Government efforts intensify to solve the mystery of twenty odd Musanne ships. A rogue vessel cruising high seas with the Norse freighter Wort Morgan has been reported. Coast Guard and Navy units arrange broadcasts and air support while investigations focus on crew affiliations and possible radical involvement.

Randolph C. Shaw Washington Vesset Wort Morgan Tvslea Alleila Coast Guard Reynolds Rstory Navy Virginia Capes

City Electricians Strike in Chicago

Chicago July 7 Three hundred city electricians walked off the job disrupting central plants that supply light and police and fire alarm systems. The strike followed a city council committee rejection of a pay rise proposal under the Electrical Work union plan.

City Electricians Chicago Fernvah Elactricians Central Electrical Work Union City Counel Anannel

Hammerstein’s Tomb May Be Sold for Debt

New York July 12 Oscar Hammerstein's financial difficulties intensify as his family's funds may force the sale of his tomb. A public auction is planned the first week of August unless unpaid balance of 1,726 dollars is cleared. The Bronx Supreme Court approved the claim against the impresario's widow for the amount due to the Amenement company.

New York Oscar Hwamerstein Bronx

Campaign to bar Jake Hamon film sparks national action

Chicago reports a nationwide drive led by Mrs. James H Keeley to block a photoplay depicting Jake T Hamon and Clara Smith Hamon. She pledges support from women's clubs to prevent the film, arguing it harms the real Mrs Hamon and their family while noting the movie is produced by the Ton Ince company.

Chicago Amolion Jake T. Hannon Oklahoma Cgai Wording James H. Keeley Sinois Women’s Athistine Club America Clara Smith Hamon Amorita Keeler Jake Hamon Mrs. Keeley Good Women of Oad Clara Smith Hamon Yonen Jake Hammon

Egan to resign as state police head

Hartford Conn July 12 Thomas F Egan superintendent of state police asked the new State Police commission not to consider him for the post in the reorganized force He recommended Captain Robert T Hurley for the job after 18 years as head of the department The commission did not select a new superintendent today and motor vehicle inspection duties were to be added by the legislature

Hartford Cona Thomas F. Ezan State Police New State Police Commission State Police Department Egan Robert T. Hurley Gion

Southington Boy Held for Manalaughter in Connecticut

A nine year old from Southington, Joseph Kinelinex, was bound over to the Superior Court by Judge Welch on a manslaughter charge. His bond was set at $400, arranged by his uncle. A rifle discharge yesterday fatally wounded George Simmons of Wotnuarr.

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Naval Bill With Borah Amendment Signed

Washington passes a naval bill signed late today ending a funding lapse since July 1. The measure, about 410 million dollars, includes retroactive appropriations and Borah amendment authorizing a three-power naval disarmament conference. It declines some carrier and Pacific coast station projects and reduces initial Senate figures by roughly 26 million.

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Harding 10 Push League Plans at Disarming Parley

Washington July 2 President Harding outlines his association of nations as a step to end war. He states most great maritime powers have agreed to participate in the disarmament conference in Washington this fall, with Japan awaiting a reply. The plan aims to create an internal court of justice, record international law, and adjust disputes through arbitration.

Harding Parley Bruce Magnaalee Washington Washunston Japan Association of Nations Piing League of Nations China Alfred Sze Contereileum

British and Briand May Visit America for Disarmament Talks

reports say Prime Minister Lloyd George and Premier Briand may travel to Washington to discuss disarmament as nations plan the next steps. British health and domestic talks influence the trip, with ambassadors and officials named as possible delegates. China replies to Harding and New England fuel oil data requests drive tariff debate amid ongoing conference preparations.

Jitney jitters as Bridgeport lines face cuts and permits

Interurban jitney service faces major reductions as the Public Utilities Commission awards 71 certificates to operate 17 fewer buses than requested. Most jitneys lose or halt service pending legal challenges, with only select routes approved and operators named, while a Bridgeport accident leaves a driver seriously injured.

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Jitney Routes Approved by Utilities Board

The Utilities Board approved multiple jitney routes including Route 32 Ash Creek to Greenfield Hill with 1 jitney, Route B with 29 jitneys, and the North Main Street line Routes C and C-1. Other routes listed cover Remington Arms to Seaside Park, Brooklawn to Seaside Park, Bridgeport to Nichols Center with two buses, and from Corner Boston Post Road to Parkfield Beach with two buses.

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Call for disarmament boosts Hardings prestige

Washington July 12 1921 Two schools of thought mark the arms conference invitation. One group favors naval limits only and a conference among Great Britain Japan and the United States. The other urges universal disarmament including land forces. Continued on Page Two.

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