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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Jun 21, 1921

Page

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Britain ready ten discuss armament ideas with US

London June 29 The British Prime Minister opened the Imperial conference with dominion premiers and said any renewal of the Anglo Japanese treaty would be acceptable to the United States. He urged cooperation with the United States to curb Pacific armament competition and stressed sea power as the empire’s foundation. Continued on page two.

London Associated Press United States America Lloyd-George Japan Great Britain Pacific Ocean Far East China Pacific United Kingdom Australia New Zealand Het

Time not ripe for permanent peace move says Weeks

Medford Massachusetts June 2 The present administration aims to disarm as far as safe but not now for everlasting peace Secretary of War John W Weeks told Tufts College commencement. He said nations at war are preparing and the time to move will come when it is safe while England and France remain at war and air fighting forces are reduced to near one hundred thousand by year end

Medford Amass John W. Weeks Tufts College Alice D. Bamber Jackson Colese Womens College Weeks England France

Jitney Right to Operate Upheld at Hearing Starts Today

Jitney operators confident their right to operate will be supported as a Public Utilities Commission hearing begins at 10 o clock in the City hall council chamber. The session may run into tomorrow and possibly longer. Backed by the public, aldermen, the mayor, the traffic commission and the Chamber of Commerce, jitney supporters seek to remain on the transportation scene.

Public Utilities Commission C. of C Misty Jitneymien Wid Board of Aldermen Chamber of Commerce

Demands for U S withdrawal from Santo Domingo rally

Massive protest in Santo Domingo calls for unconditional U.S. troop withdrawal and rejection of conditional aid tied to customs revenue. Attendees include Archbishop, Supreme Court members, university faculties, and other officials. A letter from President Harding is presented to the military governor.

Santo Domin Repo Associated wPress Santo Domingo Dominican United States Harding Supreme Court Laws

New Haven Woman Leaves All to Charity

The estate of late Alice M. Lamb of New Haven Conn is valued at 881,193 and divided among about a dozen institutions and Miss Lil Lan Letether. Bliss Letecher receives 23,009 with the residue after bequests. The will also provides gifts to the New Haven Nurse Association Dwight Place Grice General Hospital Y W C A Mothers Society and the Wight Place Church Benevolent Society and requests to New York institutions.

York Alice M. Lamb New Haven Lil Lan Letether Bliss Letecher New Larenting Nurse G Association Dwight Place the Grice General Hospital Y. Wo Mothers’ Society Dies’ Benevolent Society Wight Place Church New York

Gifts to Wesleyan Now Total $2,279,000

Middletown June 20 President W A Shanklin reports gifts to the three million dollar endowment fund for the new university have reached $2,279,000. He told the alumni luncheon that only $721,000 remains to reach the goal by September 4.

Middletown

Legion Donates Funds for Veterans in Need

Harry W. Congdon Post No.1 of the American Legion approved an initial 3200 relief aid for ex service men families in dire circumstances after the death of National Commander Cap Frank W. Galpraith. The meeting, led by First Vice Commander Raymond J. Congdon, urged city cooperation to address unemployment affecting service members and appointed a five member committee including the post chair of the state aid fund.

Harry W. Congdon American Legion Cap Frank W. Galpraith the Legion Raymond 3. Congdon Pet Merritt Cong‘don Post the Choi

Four Auto Bandits Seize Ten Thousand From Bank Messenger

Four automobile bandits seized a bag containing ten thousand dollars in cash and five thousand dollars in checks from a bank messenger, Broderlex Myers of Mutual Trust. They fled in a stolen car found abandoned later in central Philadelphia. Police issued warrants and telegrams for urgent apprehension across the city and surrounding area.

Philadelphia Betay Broderlex Myers

Woman presides as Speaker's chair in Congress session

Miss Ahee Robertson of Oklahoma became the first woman member to wield the gavel in the House at the start of a session. At the request of Penile Warding and Seuret Hughes, representatives approved the ceremonial move and she announced passage of a bill, keeping order during her brief tenure.

Ahee' Roberton Oklahans Congre iProutatives Penile Warding Seuret Hughes Paesedt Thansi

Senate Move to Outlaw Medicinal Beer in Prohibition Fight

Senate and House race push to outlaw medicinal beer as phase of Volstead era tightening. Willis of Ohio introduces bill linking beer ban to general prohibition, seeks quick passage before new beer regulations. House rules committee debates emergency action amid pro and anti beer sides. tense prospects remain uncertain.

Senate HOUSE Washington Jane House Rules Committee Willis Ohio Mundrad Vadi Prohibition Campbell

Cost of Living Declines Sharply in Major U.S. Areas

Figures from the National Industrial Conference Board show living costs in the United States fell 2.5 percent in May. From July 1920 to June 1, 1994 the total decrease reached 20.8 percent, with subsequent changes indicating a 6.1 percent shift between July 1921 and June 1921.

York Dune States National Industrial Conference Bord

Four Injured as Bus Hits Trolley at City Line

Four people were injured when a Walnut Beach bus driven by Angelo Leonardo collided with a stationary trolley on Barnum avenue at the city line. Passengers Tulah Tones Margustite Middleton Henry Manson and the four-year-old Myrtle suffered contusions lacerations and possible internal injuries. They received aid at the scene from Dr. Alfred Kornblut and were taken to Bridgeport hospital. The bus owner was Samuel.

Walnut Beach Angelo Leonardo 1838 Bridgeport Barnum Avenue State Street Bridgepor Middleton Stove Avenue Henry Arl Manson Court

Gompers Faces Real Fight to Retain Federation Presidency

Denver report details a looming battle as Samuel Gompers seeks re election against John Lewis of the United Mine Workers. Both campaigns claim solid support and vow to push their candidacies, with Lewis declaring his run and Gompers defending his long leadership in AFL.

Gompers Federation Lewis Denver Colo Samuel Gompers John Lewis The United Mineworkers American Federation Labor Tews Siids Tymor American Federation of Labor Ila Thay Hat Tventy Luthoveh

Public barred from piers upon arrival of Sims

A chaotic scene unfolds as public access to piers is barred upon the arrival of Sims after a conference with port officials. Reports claim demonstrators from both sides of the Admirals Lande issue plan protests, with heavy police presence planned at the piers.

Judge Fines Daughter One Dollar for Speeding

A judge levied a one dollar speeding fine on a daughter, with the court notice noting the action taken. The event is documented in a terse local record with minimal details and no further implications.

Harding to Assert Leadership Over Congress Soon

Washington dispatch notes signals that President Harding will soon push Congress, seeking leadership over taxation and tariff issues. Business interests say Congress has dilatory tendencies, and the administration faces pressure to transition from war to peace policies with bold reforms.

Mark Sullivan iCopyright Washington Harding Washiristan Congress Harling Republican Party House Senate

Police Plan Campaign for Rigid Sunday Blue Laws

Bridgeport police announce a campaign to enforce Sunday blue laws prohibiting secular employment and opening of stores and exhibition of sports, with exceptions noted. The notice comes through the office of Thomas H Flood, assistant superintendent.

Bridgeport Ster Thomas H. Flood Superin

Patrolmen Instructed On Sunday Laws Enforcement

Acting under instruction of Superintendent Flood Fontaine lieutenants in all precincts read and explained the Sunday laws to merchants and others within their jurisdiction. A fine of 34 dollars is imposed on those arrested and convicted. Special provisions apply to employment and stores may sell milk products fruit ice cream non alcoholic beverages newspapers drugs and automotive supplies. Hotels and restaurants are affected. Some merchants claim Sabbaths fall on Saturday and may be exempt if they file with the prosecuting attorney a sworn belief that Saturday is the Sabbath and they refrain from all commerce on that day.

tSoka Bacn Berg

Dollar Day in East Side Set for Wednesday

Sixteen merchants affiliated with the Fast End Business Men's association will hold a Dollar Day on Stratford Avenue. The event aims to mirror the earlier nightly closing and offers exceptional bargains on local merchandise. Stores open at 3:00 a.m. and close at 3:00 a.m. to kick off the event.

East Side Stratford Avenue Nfelack Saveral

Burroughs Begins Serving Two Year Term

James G. Burroughs of Long Hill, once a Detroit area auto dealer, surrendered to Leavenworth warden to begin a two year federal prison sentence for alleged involvement in a nationwide auto theft ring. His counsel confirmed surrender after a trial conviction. Also sentenced and appealing was Joseph Galbo, who surrendered with Burroughs.

James G. Burroughs Long Hill Maite Street Leavenworth Penitentiary Burroughs Bridgeport Jacok B. Hein Detroit Cinati Lade Joseph Galbo

Notes Missing From Safe Worth 300000 in Sinclair Holdings

York, June 20. A national detective agency reports the weekend disappearance of 300000 dollars in Sinclair Consolidated Oil company notes from a client’s safe. Four notes are 500 each and the rest 1000 each, bearing seven and a half percent interest. The unregistered negotiable notes are not registered.

Very York Sinclair Consolidated Oil Corporation Ani

Baby Boy Dies After Train Collision in Danbury

A New York bound express train struck a baby boy in Danbury as it moved through the area. The exact age of the child and details of the incident remain unclear due to the damaged text. Local authorities are inspecting the scene and initiating standard safety investigations.

Senate confirms Klein for federal trade post

Senate confirms Klein for a federal trade post after a prolonged session. Nomination had faced questions over credentials and ties to foreign and domestic commerce issues, with debate continuing late into the day.

Washingt Tame Futins Klein Massycitts Aie Senate

Aldermen Vote $150,000 in Sewage Bond Authorization

Aldermen vote to issue 150000 in bonds to pay for sewage improvements and connect a new plant. The move sought to ease funding amid tight finances, with discussions over interest at five to six percent and support from factory owners while some oppose the line. The article notes industry groups like Bridgeport Metal Goods and Columbia Graphophone Company as opponents, and references a continued discussion on page two.

Honda Pop Res Alves Tee Bridgeport Metal Goods Company Columbia Graphophone Company

Unemployed Protest in Berlin Turns Violent

Thousands of unemployed workers march into the Imboes union assembly in Berlin. The crowd pressured employed peers to quit their jobs for the sake of rising numbers. The fight escalates with injuries as police clear the building after hours of turmoil.

Berlin fAssociateds Press Imboes Union Assembly A A Assembly

Greece May Press For Immediate Military Action

London June 20 The Atzent correspondent reports Greece insists that misters erasures constitute swift means of Simene in the Near East. The Greek government is determined on imminent military action.

London Dashe Greece Near East

Weather verse fragment from 1921 issue

A fragmentary weather themed verse by Tom Gilliam voices wishful longing and whimsical images. The piece hints at rural days and simple comforts, reflecting period mood in a poetic weather setting.

Weather Outlook for South New England and Mid Atlantic

South New England sees partly cloudy conditions Tuesday and a wet Wednesday with little temperature change. Highs will be mild over the middle Atlantic and low across most sections. generally fair weather is expected to continue in South New England and the mid Atlantic region Wednesday.

South New England North Pacific Sea South New Middle Atlantic

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