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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
May 10, 1920
Page
13
New York May 9 The sudden reappearance of life in the stock market suggests panic fears are being driven by a few, while long list of factors tempers speculation. Prices in goods rise, production lags, and investors realize profits hinge on corporate structure rather to real wealth.
Oldham Inc reports that Mesopotamia likely to produce large cotton yields in coming years. An investigator notes Mesopotamian soil and climate favor cotton, while Sudan offers opportunity to boost Egyptian cotton production.
Winnipeg May 9 report states about 3 000 000 acres are suitable for wheat in Manitoba this year. The average yield over the last 10 years is 17 bushels per acre, implying a potential harvest of about 51 000 000 bushels. In 1919 Manitoba produced 10 975 300 bushels at an average of 9.5 bushels per acre.
In Congress hearings on the looming crisis of wood pulp supply for newsprint, experts warn a potential near term restriction or end of newspapers if paper production cannot meet demand. Canada expands mill capacity, while the United States relies on imports from Canada, Norway, and Sweden, with fears the shortage could worsen before new fibers or processes ease the shortage.
A British inquiry targets alleged trusts and monopolies in the electric light industry. The Electric Light Manufacturers Association, linked to British Thomson-Houhon, General Electric, and Siemens, is said to fix lamp prices. The report warns of potential international collaboration among British Dutch and American firms to control supply and prices globally.
A University of Kentucky market study forecasts a large 1920 tobacco crop rise, with Kentucky and other leading producers boosting acreage. Virginia and the Carolinas see the biggest gains, while Georgia farmers expand tobacco areas amid cotton setbacks. World demand remains uneven, implying price declines in many categories, including high quality Virginia types.
In Bridgeport South End, the Annual election of officers of the Bridgeport Philosophical Society yielded Bimon tu Ixutzot as president, N. O. Caster as vice president, Miss Alteg Guson as assistant secretary, and Mrs. Ruth Lindholm and S Huberman as directors, amid a push for larger quarters after recent reorganization.
Edmund Plact of Pougheensia New York, a Republican representative from the Fifth New York district, has been nominated by President Wilson for membership on the Federal Reserve Board.
Report from Paris notes a severe influenza outbreak last year affecting wards and raising mortality among expectant mothers. Doctors warn on rising cases and urge protective measures as the city battles the illness.
About 5,000 Bridgeport women pledge to join a national Americanization effort through the Roosevelt Memorial association. Local leaders cite Roosevelt as a model father and husband and plan fundraising to purchase and restore his Birthplace in New York City. Representatives from major women’s groups and organizations attend the Saturday meeting to unite under this national center for civic work.
Bronze Roosevelt memorial buttons appear on coats across Bridgeport as locals join the Roosevelt Memorial Association campaign. Funds aim to build a memorial in Oyster Bay and Washington DC and to acquire and place statues and other memorabilia.
Mothers' Day observances occurred across churches here with special services and sermons. Despite carnations costing five dollars a dozen, many churches reported decorations with white blooms and church groups highlighting the holiday.
Funeral services for Mrs. Samuel Gompers wife of the AFL president were held with tributes from President Wilson cabinet members and other officials. Interment followed at Washington Cemetery. Rabbi Syepian Wise delivered the prayer.
Bridgeport based bank reports resources totaling 4,782,153. Folds include overdrafts, government securities, bonds, and cashier's checks. Notable figures include total loans and discounts, deposits, and reserves, with a sworn statement by Cashier Robert A. Belk and dated March 1920.
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