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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Jun 15, 1921
Page
1
President Harding backs a Justice Department inquiry into major war-time contracts. Attorney General Daugherty announced a special staff to investigate alleged improper dealings, aiming to expose dishonesty and exonerate fair operators. Progress kept secret until a final report to the President.
Judge Frank L. Wilder presided in this city as Judge Walsh and Judge Booth were absent due to injuries and travel. He heard the case of John Kronovieter vs E A Exklund over a July 17 collision with damages sought at 500 while reservation of decision was noted.
Senators Challenger and Garlick urged Governor Lake to grant a referendum on a bill to abolish the Tax Commissioner office and replace it with a three member Board of Assessors. Local leaders argued the measure misreads public sentiment and appears factional in the city’s Republican ranks. Governor Lake reserved decision and had not yet made up his mind.
President Samuel Gompers told the American Federation of Labor convention in Denver that German organized labor failed the critical hour, risking a broader war. He warned there was no antipathy to the German people, but tied the outcome to inaction during crisis. A federal Mingo County strike investigation was urged, and Canadian labor delegates noted Canada’s labor movement holding its own. An automobile theft report from Milford ends with no further detail.
Washington January 14 1921 Republicans answer calls for tax cuts by citing their Chicago platform stating tax burden is heavy but an early revenue reduction is not expected. Critics say the party offers no practical plan and fault Congress for failing to curb expenditures. Continued discussion noted.
Bridgeport wage dispute between motormen and conductors nears resolution by a three man arbitration panel. John J. Toohey of the Bridgeport Ar trolleymen’s Union says no second offer has been made by the Connecticut company. The proposed pay cut would reduce both minimum and maximum weekly wages by about five dollars. He dismissed reports of a new offer as mere guesswork.
Chicago labor leader Murphy admits involvement in a Dearborn Street mail truck theft April 6. Postal inspectors say $122,000 of the $250,000 loot was recovered from his father-in-law William Diggs's home. Authorities tie Murphy to the crime as the possible directing head and link him to a related hold-up while others are detained.
Senator Harrison rails at Republican rule and scores appointments while charging lobbyists swarm the capital at the president's invitation.
In Washington on June 14 Senator Pat Harrison led a Democratic broadside accusing Republicans of broken pledges and failed tariff efforts under President Harding. He attacked their handling of taxation, the tariff bill, and administration appointments while Republicans largely remained silent, save for Senator Kenyon. The speech aimed to provoke a larger debate, but GOP members declined to respond.
Board reviews a $10,000 bequest designated for the Memorial Bridge in memory of Henry Setzer at Beardsley Park. The presentation to the board reiterates the gift's purpose and its official acceptance by park authorities. The article contrasts Prohibition era crime figures with modern times, noting arrests for drunkenness showing a decline from 1918 to 1921.
A new state athletic commission was created yesterday when Governor Lake signed the bill, giving the body supervision over boxing and wrestling in the state. Gasoline tax act signed. Automobiles face a two gallon tax, revenue signed yesterday by the treasurer. The state budget, $29,080,004, covers forecasted expenses for the next five years.
School children veterans of three wars and citizens gathered at Bearislay and Seaside parks to recite the governor’s proclamation designating June 14 as flag pledge day. Mayor Wilson spoke, and students paraded with flowers as volunteers unveiled a donor statue.
An elderly man named Hugh Kerran chased a dilapidated felt hat swept from his head by wind on Stratford bridge. He fell into the harbor but bystanders hauled him back to shore. he retrieved the hat and sustained head gashes. He was taken to hospital for treatment.
A local collector reminds all debtors under the income tax law that the second payment is due by midnight tonight. The notice warns of consequences for late payment and emphasizes the obligation to settle accounts promptly.
June 14 report on a municipal election where New Haven voters rejected a city manager plan. The article notes a turnout around 18,717 with about 7.9 percent support in parts of the contested district, highlighting broad public concern and turnout patterns.
A fragmented local item notes Babe is involved in a two daily circuit. The readable text hints at sessions and venues but lacks clear date, place, or outcomes.
Fifth District Republicans endorse Alexander FE Smith for the vacant Board of Aldermen seat after a heated district club meeting. About 50 members attended with W. Barrows and Mrs. Walter Loewith discussed, but Loewith was not considered. The Common Council likely elects two members next Monday to fill vacancies in both Fifth and Eleventh districts.
Six masked bandits stopped a silk truck at Qat Swamp seven miles from Newton New Carolina on June 14. Engineer Charles Kosta of Andover was killed as he tried to outpace the robbers who forced driver Islauder Resh and helper Charles Mann to flee and were bound to trees. The bandits escaped with the truck and silk valued at $20 000. Resh and Mann freed themselves after more than an hour and alerted a nearby house by telephone. Deputy sheriffs searched the area but could not identify the assailants.
Washington June 14 Secre tary Denby received a cablegram from Hear Admiral Sims at Tendon stating the order revoking his leave and ordering him home immediately had been received yesterday and that he would sail tomorrow on the first available steamer He will report in person to the naval secretary on his return to answer for an address in London criticizing Sinn Fein sympathizers in the United States.
Washington June 24 Congressman William E Mason Republican of Illinois aged 71 is in serious condition at his hotel apartment after a ten day illness sparked by acute indigestion and subsequent heart trouble. Doctors said they have not abandoned hope as he rests quietly.
A Fairfield farmer, Charles Righerdaimy Ag yes oli, unmarried, resident of Wilsons Millistrict, fed his chickens then killed himself in his room at Ere Varmo. The event followed chores and a note, with Joseph as the farm owner and Jossary present. authorities and a coroner were notified.
Trustees of Henry Setzee estate finalize a $10,000 bequest for a left entrance bridge at Beards Park in memory of his late benefactor. The gift funds a rustic design bridge near the main gate by Bunnell’s Pond, with Alice Setzer note of Perry Memorial ties. The bequest supports a single bridge and park improvements at Seaside area.
A rough forecast indicates a pair of unsettled days Wednesday and Thursday with moderate temperatures. Showers are expected in northern New England as a disturbance moves from Maine, with strong winds along the north Atlantic coast. expectations favor mostly cloudy skies east of the Mississippi.
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