Reopening at Hope Mills Sparks Pawtucket Labor Clash
Rioting and mass picket lines surround the Hope textile plant in Pawtucket as workers return amid a strike. Governor orders partial withdrawal of troops. Angelo Pastore arrested after assault on Rathbun. Court fines and bail set for several charged, while 24 of 260 employees report to work under tense conditions.
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Stock Exchange President Backs Blue Sky Laws
Sukworth, president of the Consolidated Stock Exchange, urged District Attorney Banton to back licensing of brokers and a blue sky law. He pressed for immediate state or federal supervision to curb bucket shopping, warning indictments loom for defunct broker concerns and many defendants fled abroad.
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Mayoral Patronage Row Divides Town Committee
A tense meeting of the town committee examined patronage distribution under Mayor Atwater. Alderman Kelley defended the administration as charges of favoritism surfaced. Insurgents cited job allotments while praising tax cuts and reduced expenditures, with no resignation demanded.
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Congressmen Divided On Soldier Bonus Debate In 1920
The article reports mixed positions among Connecticut and national lawmakers on funding a former soldiers bonus. Senators and Representatives including Meeker Branderec McLean Merritt Glynn and Freeman express uncertainty or opposition, arguing the measure could burden the treasury and raise taxes, while some seek a financing plan through the Ways and Means Committee.
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Rug Care Note for Persian and Arabian Carpets
Cautionary reminder advises against loosening camphor or jarred paper in Persian and Arabian rug storage. Chemical action may damage the rug. wine stains from foreign shipments are handled by crushing abroad.
Merchants and Navy Linked in Defense Strategy
Washington discusses the US merchant marine as a second line of defense for the Navy. Albert Lasker urges strengthening and expanding American tonnage to match foreign strength, noting Britain’s long merchant fleet as an example. He warns that without a robust merchant fleet America risks naval inferiority and yard shortages during potential conflicts.
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Sentiment Favors New Bonus Plan in House Debate
The House debated a new bonus plan as sentiment favored it after exchanges in cloak rooms and corridors. Representative Gardner of Texas said opposition would appear but the proposal aims to finance service payments with treasury funds and would affect vocational training, farm aid, and land settlement programs. Governor Harding outlined safeguards for certificates to prevent misuse by brokers, while discussions included rediscount rate ties and bank loan repayment conditions. A Massachusetts Democrat urged prompt action, citing New York and Horton opposition blocking progress.
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Irish Women to Gain Vote Under Free State Constitution
Provisional government members debated women’s suffrage as a principle to be included in the Free State constitution. Mr Griff called the motion a trick to impede legislation, while supporters argued women would have equal rights with men when the Free State is established. The assembly adjourned to April 28.
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Attempts to Amend Irish Treaty Fail in London Debate
London reports a heated Commons session as government and opposition clash over treaty amendments. Winston Churchill warns that altering the treaty could doom the agreement while Banbury pushes for changes. In Dublin, a police constable was shot and three assailants fled, with the victim dying later in hospital.
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Seeley funeral services for Henry W. Seles in Trumbull
In Trumbull Connecticut on March 7 1922 Henry Wm Seles aged 83 died. Funeral services at the home of his daughter Mrs C Ensign from Mull Center on Saturday at 1 30 p m. Committal service and burial in Stepney cemetery. Steiney Cannon
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Harbors May Be Left to National Guard for Protection
Washington report details war budget cuts and Army size reductions for the coming fiscal year. Subcommittee members indicate funds would cover enlisted strength and non military river harbor improvements, with potential shifts approved by third committee and a report next week. Concerns arise over possible forced reduction of the regular establishment to about 15,900 men and 11,000 others.
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Army strength cuts eyed in proposed 20 percent reduction
Washington reports discuss a potential 20 percent reduction in active army strength, shifting personnel to national guard and organized reserve. The plan would reduce field forces, with possible transfer of artillery, aviation, and other units to reserve elements, while maintaining key harbor defenses.
Fire damages store and stock in Melford area
Fire caused by possible spontaneous combustion or short circuit damaged the Smith Brothers ware and stock room on Bridgeport Turnpike near Mitford green, with losses estimated at about 7000. Flames spread toward the roof as firefighters battled the blaze and several men were overcome by smoke but revived. Engine No.1 and Chem No.1 joined the response. Myrtle Hose Co of Myrtle Beach will host a reception and box social at Van Avenue Hall Saturday night with a planned program and refreshments. Mr and Mrs George B Dayne and family moved to 2a Peek Street seeking their new home. their son Stanley is noted as one of the state’s youngest drummers.
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