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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Mar 07, 1922

Page

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FIGHT OVER AMENDMENTS IN PARLIAMENT DEBATE ENDS

In London the House of Commons ends a tense committee stage after a sharp clash over an anti dissolution amendment. Closure votes stop fourteen amendments as Ulster MPs protest the tactic, while Greenwood’s amendment on dissolving the Southern Parliament passes amid shifts and walkouts.

London Maron Roe House of Commons Hamar Greenwood Charles Curtis Crag Tor South Antim Free State Dublin Craig House

Free Staters Say Trouble Is Over Reportedly

Associated Press dispatch notes Richard Mulcahy minister of defence in the Dublin cabinet describing steps to calm a crisis in Limerick. James Connolly, famed IRA figure in Easter uprising and gun running at Howth, is referenced with a loss of 40 arms.

Pvban Associated Press Richard Wulcahy Dydl Hireann Dall To Dieu Limerick Mulcahy James Shatnery Irish Republican Army Howthad

Warehouse Point death mystery tied to Edward Sands

Hartford March 6 The Connecticut state police renewed their inquiry into a suicide at Warehouse Point where a body found February 19 with a head wound is believed to be Edward F Sands missing secretary to William D Taylor slain film director. Police note resemblance to Sands and a description of a man about 27, 5 feet 9, 170 pounds. The clothes were good and $235 was in the pockets. The body was buried in Windsor Locks after failed identifications. Coroner of Hartford County says it appears to be death by own action. Further reports on this case continue on page two.

Hartford Connecticut Warehouse Point Con Edward F. Sands William D. Taylor Bon Ema Sands Baiuc Tye Windsor — Locks Ciluun Hartford County Stowes

Delaney Knocked Out in First Round by Augie Ratner

New York on March 14 Ang ie Ratner of New York floored Delaney in the first round at the Brooklyn Exposition arena. Ratner weighed 151 3 4 pounds and secured a knockout with a left to the jaw, sending Delaney to the canvas and off balance.

Delaney Augie Ratner New York Angie Ratner Jack Denney Bridgepot Ale Augie Ratner Delaney Tor & Coun Ewlas Rainer Lote Delansy Pake

Plot to Kidnap Frady S Foiled in Miami

A plan to abduct Frady S from a hospital and move him to a yacht offshore was thwarted. Chicago gunmen were said to be involved with disguises and armed guards, as sheriff guards secured the scene and transferred Frady S to jail amid a night of patrols and warnings.

Frady Miami Iid March Edgar C. Wrae Wax Cube Sherif Allen

New York Gas Rate Ruled Confiscatory by Supreme Court

The 1906 New York City gas law setting rates above 80 cents per 1000 cubic feet was ruled confiscatory by the Supreme Court for gas furnished during 1918 and 1919. Justice McReynolds delivered a largely unanimous opinion, upholding lower court findings that the statute allowed confiscation and would continue to do so from January 1, 1918 onward.

Washington New York New York City Supreme Court New York v Attorney General Third Ward Consolidated ‘Gag Co Hola United States District Court Justice McReynolds Kings County ‘Lighting Co New York & Queens Gas Co

Linwood Avenue Closed in School Hours Controversy

Linwood Avenue near Maplewood Junior High faced a new ordinance to curb traffic during school hours after a heated council session. The measure, long debated, received support from most Republicans and the Parent Teachers Association despite 71 property owners opposing it.

Linwood Avenue Wovnd Laurel Avenue Council Laat

Moran Resigns Elect Congdon Adjutant Post 11

Moran resigns after nearly two years and Raymond J. Congdon is unanimously elected adjutant of Congdon Post No. 11. Congdon, an Army veteran and brother of a soldier, has served on the executive committee and as a vice-commander. The post praises his loyalty and readiness to aid committees and the national commander.

F. Maron Maron Congdon Raymond J. Congdon Cied Hhawadpitant Congdon Wira Marned nVereeay Wranie Grdotseinen Wasta Mwers

Health officials warned as schools face nutrition clash

A heated Board of Education meeting denounced Health Department plans to run school nutrition classes. Dr. Alfred Moues and Dr. William McLaughlin led a committee demanding no outside interference in nutrition work. The board asserted authority over school health programs and dental clinics for next year, while noting current milk provision in meals.

Board of Education Alfred Moues William Z. McLaughlin Pable Longfellow Jackson Prospect Maplewood Fc Department Howard T. McGovern Health Department Barnum Elias Wows Und Walteravinig Plai Waa Curr Division of Child Welfare Goa Goliudl Wreow Elm Board No Cekly Woldon Wen Fones Alerman Costello Sanford Hsbeyber Kisco Comey Wol Alerman Price Hayes Health Tay Authority Oy Alcheemanic Board of Educational Aete Board of Educath Healthi Department Lynn W. Wilson

Draws Pat Royal Flush Ends in Midnight Tragedy

Newsperson notes Max Wilkotak drew a pat royal at a midnight game hosted by Michael Minenburg in Newark New Jersey. He collapsed before opening the door and died. A physician attributed the fatal heart failure to the incident.

Newark Max ‘Wilkotak Pat Royal Trust Michael Minenburg

Bridgeport Aims for a Major Surprise Morrison Says

Bridgeport boosters gathered at a Stratfield luncheon where Ben F Morrison chaired the local Chamber of Commerce committee. He hinted at a pending development that could transform Bridgeport’s industrial life, urging confidence as details remain private. A prior committee meeting pledged funds and drew new recruits for wartime effort.

Strecheld Benjamin F. Morrison Chamber of Commerce Gjy Morrison Bridgeport Stratfield Solon Hydrauic Willium

Genoa Economic Parley Set for April 10

Paris reports the Genoa economic conference opening on April 10 with Italy ready for that date after cabinet tensions. The talks will address armaments control and allied finance, with delegates from Britain France Italy and Belgium planned. Premier Poincare faces limited stay due to other duties.

France Poincare Italy Tom Paris Associated Press Genoa Foreign Office Pelnnasa da Mb Washington Usare Deleto Amang Promingr Mlle Atelemn Great Britain Belgium Germlalys

Bonus plan hit by snags delaying action in Congress

The House wage and means panel, split over the bonus measure, stalled after minority members pressed for more study. Republicans aimed to present the bill in full session tomorrow, with talks at the White House and possible changes to ensure veterans receive adjusted service certificates while banks handle loans.

Washington, Main House Dort Hademan Wordney Howse Hepgollians Dern Carticieate Imen Tere Vengsworth Oha Cvini Ebr Lgervige

Hartford Police Drop Probe Into Fires at Trinity

Hartford March 6 detectives from the Trinity College fire inquiry said no further investigation was likely. Superintendent Robert T. Ainley and two officers remained on site all day to conduct inquiries into a series of arson incidents at the campus.

Hartford Trinity Speciely Uly Volice Hier Garrett de Parrel Trinity Sollege Robert T. Ainley

Explosion Claims Seven Lives in Birmingham Power Plant

A devastating explosion at a Birmingham power plant today killed seven workers and seriously injured thirty others. The victims, including women, faced severe burns and facial injuries as they carried out cartridge removal work amid smoke and chaos. Authorities investigate the blast’s cause as families await news.

Birmingham England Mareng Sesing Bitlis Thton Aisiance Morshweet

Education Board Loses Bid Over Dental Clinic Control

By a 21 to 4 vote the Board of Aldermen granted the Health Department authority to run the dental clinic, allowing up to 26 dental hygienists at 1200 dollars yearly, 3 supervisors at 2000 each, and 2 licensed dentists at 2500 annually, with a 40000 dollar yearly appropriation. The measure shifts clinic control to health officials, drawing debate over school involvement and oversight. President Veness opposed, urging mayoral review and cross-board cooperation.

Alfred C. Veness Department of Health Board of Apportionment Baal Ecaool Educaional Hinbert Santora Venesa Healthing Education Board Veness Willie Laman Lavery Ralph ‘T. Beers

Northrop Again Pleads for Cut Salaries

Architect Jeanph W. Northrop urged a 10 percent salary reduction from the mayor through the city hierarchy. He pressed for a commission to study city salary schedules and urged a survey of compensation to improve efficiency. The ordinance was referred to the Ordinance Committee as Northrop’s proposal echoed earlier calls for a government cost review.

Jeanph W. Northrop Board of Apportionment Gyater Jie Unmmen Counen Northrou Jess Northrop Board of Aldermen Mt Salarte Beng Norrie Ulerelore Northeop Veness Sajaviex

Lloyd George to Remain Premier Amid Reports of Support

London March 6 Associated Press reports decision by Prime Minister Lloyd George to continue in office amid political strain. He allegedly holds his resignation in abeyance while assurances of Conservative support surface. MPs and party executives planned private meetings to discuss the situation.

London Associated Press Lloyd George Liese- George Ats Liese Birken Mead Mr. Chamberlain Si Arthur Batlowr Lord Curenan Sir Rohan Stevenson Horne Liamijne Livyu George Wes Foieth Wales House of Commons Denal oUniomtat Party Representaeivey

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