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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Jul 20, 1921
Page
10
Trading opens with oil stocks showing strength while overall activity narrows. Prices swing irregularly across sectors with heels in electric and steel shares. bond and liberty issues rise modestly as markets digest light demand and a six percent call money rate. Total daily sales reach about $10.45 million.
Matthew Bonkowski, held in Philadelphia, described as a relative of a Civil War widow, is linked to a trio of suspects in a home invasion that netted cash. Details show a missing boy held at Atlantic Bell, with local connections in Bridgeport and a note of a mother who worked at a guest show.
A U S freighter ran aground at Gannett Dry Lesre near Yarmouth in the afternoon. The crew landed safely at Hooges Point after abandoning the wreck as a heavy gale battered the vessel.
A man named Rice was arrested in Findgam and jailed on 21,990 debt. He was held for burglary and auto theft after release from jail and prior to completing a sentence at Sprinstiel.
The Board of Commissioners and various officers cite probate actions for the estate of Brigeport area decedent. Creditors are urged to exhibit their claims within six months of this notice to Fran Ingles Worth, administrator of the estate, with payments directed to 247 Garfield Avenue.
Washington July 18. An officer of the army allegedly received funds to secure Bergdoll's release. Emma Bergdell testified that Major Benes Carpenel paid four thousand five hundred dollars and more was deposited with Wassermann Brothers in New York. The money, linked to Laura E. Campbell, was tied to Bergdoll's legal case and later traced to a joint account. Campbell, once Bergdoll's counsel, did not recall receiving Bergdoll money. The War Department was summoned to testify.
A Fifth District Democratic meeting outlined plans for a district banquet to be held at The Farm in Rock Square and Country. Committees were formed with Alfred E L, Joseph Mon eath, Fred Sthemp, and Raymond Keefe among organizers. Members from other Democratic clubs in the city were invited to participate and chairpersons were named for guest coordination.
United States revenue service uncovered a conspiracy distributing synthetic liquor dubbed bottled in bond. Affected individuals faced varied prison terms for supplying counterfeit stamps and handling contraband, with substantial penalties and fines noted in the report.
Prime Minister Lloyd George will attend the He Iton conference on limitation of armaments in the United States. The visit aims to push for an international agreement reducing naval and land armaments among major powers.
Germany expects record grain harvests with wheat and rye among the main crops. Officials report yields higher per acre and overall production surpassing previous years, easing the bread supply concerns.
July trade showed wheat rising amid hopes of stronger export demand. September and December futures moved up while corn and oats posted smaller gains and provisions eased. Traders noted tighter carryover, weather damage concerns, and Canada tariff factors shaping demand.
New York cotton prices moved moderately with a steady tone as unsettled weather, weevil damage, and buying interest in textile circles influenced activity. Traders covered shorts ahead of improved weather and shifting futures, while prices showed small gains and occasional dips from the prior close.
Paris reports the German reparations mission announces a payment of 1 000 706 marks in European currency as part of the settlement of 1 490 000 000 gold marks. Berlin says 41 000 900 marks remain due in future payments, totaling over 210 000 000 marks in currency.
The 56th biennial convention of the Ancient Order of Hibernians in Michigan opens with President Harding’s telegram of appreciation. He praises Irish contributions in wars and expresses best wishes to the national order, its auxiliary, and members across the country amid wartime strains.
Washington reports DuPont interests and other chemical and power firms may bid to take over the nitrate plant at Muscle Shoals Alabama for a new fertilizer plant. The government’s stance and a plan to move fertilizer supplies to farmers were discussed. Estimated cost to develop the plant runs around twelve million dollars. Ford and DuPont proposals include yearly payments and upfront cash offers.
Real estate records list numerous warranty deeds and attachments involving buyers and sellers such as Molloy, Ke, Moore, Waterbury, and Lifshitz. Items reference Maple, Wilmot, Berkshire, and Arm strong avenues, with dollar amounts including 2600 and 4100. Legal actions note attachments and court cases among individuals and firms.
Sugar refinery shipment noted as first half report with references to Warnes Sugar Refiners and Amelia. Details mention port conditions, early morning observations, and readiness for further shipment of refined sugar products.
A partial OCR fragment mentions a March date tied to a rural or rural-education context, with likely individuals or groups named in a truncated caption. The context remains unclear but points to a specific local event or meeting slated for March.
A garbled note describes mixing tipennine with chiar lire water and shaking to clean clothes. The fragment mentions equal parts and boiling, though the text is unclear and lacks verifiable details. Authorities have not confirmed any practical method or safety guidance.
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