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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
May 12, 1921
Page
11
Matthew Wall of the American Federation of Labor, speaking in Cincinnati, says the British coal miners' strike shows American labor is ahead. He argues British leaders misframe economic disputes as political issues and warns government power pursues mass support, noting no revolutionary aims in the strike.
Ridgefield Connecticut May 11 Frank Hoyt 59 employed by Dr Charles Molly went to milk cows this morning missing his milk pails a later barn search found him dead he had hanged himself with a hitch rope in a sitting position friends say he spoke of despondency due to continued ill health Dr H W Allen acting medical examiner returns verdict of death by own action
The stream ship stewards and cooks, who recently said they would not accept roughly a seventeen percent wage cut, maintain a firm stance. In Liverpool they refused to sign on the liner Celie bound for New York, another ship delayed. Glasgow saw cancellations for the Satursia to Canada and Columbia to New York as wage disputes halted sailings.
An old advertisement claims Allennha and Allenrhy conquer rheumatism. It states every county druggist will refund money if pain persists, recounts a long-tested history, praises results in severe cases, and mentions James H. Allen and Hindle's Drugstore as guarantor.
Washington May 11 Reports arrive at the state department on developments in the ambassadors and reparations conference from Ambassador W Boyden and from Ambassador Harvey who joined the allied supreme council as the president’s personal representative. A minority Senate opposition to such arrangements surfaces in Wisconsin while assurances come to the president that Republican criticism is minimal.
May 11 New York a Dalmatian mascot from Engine Company 8 was euthanized by electrocution after six years of service. The chaplain and crew asked for a painless passing due to heart and eyesight decline from constant fire duty.
May 11 ceremony honoring ten Americans who served in World War I and later joined Polish forces to fight Bolsheviks. President Pilsudski and General Joseph Haasler conferred decorations on Lt. Col. Cedric Fauntleroy of Chicago, Lt. Col. Merian Cooper of Jacksonville, Major George M. Crampford of Wilmington, Captain Edward Z. Corps of Brooklyn, and Lt. Elliott Ch. Texas with the Cross of the...
Police raided the Omotokyo headquarters near Kyoto finding a secret temple at Ayabe and arresting leaders and followers. Two million yen in specie, diamonds, rubies worth about 1000 dollars, and fire axes were seized. Deguchi’s adopted son’s residence yielded a wealth of jewelry as authorities warn the movement endangers public order.
An attack in the 19th ward left Anthony D Andrea wounded. a hat with a $20 bill marked for flowers and a shotgun were found near the vacant storefront where shooters allegedly hid. Neighbors heard shots as police and guards watched the area after a violent day in a stormy election context.
London May 31 Indications of the coal strike impact grow as Vickers Shipbuilding and Engineering Works Barrow the UKs largest employer with 150000 workers faces closure at weeks end unless mining resumes and fuel shipments restart iron and steel plants already idle. If closed total unemployment on the labor exchange would rise beyond 1,865,800 not counting 1,200,460 idle miners.
In Buenos Aires on May 11 members of local trades unions met to discuss calling a sympathetic strike if the government fails to guarantee certain labor rights. They agreed to consider concrete guarantees before escalating actions.
A storefront fabric sale lists All wool Tricotines and Serge in navy, novelty plaids, and wide widths with deep discounts. Prices show bulk yardage deals, including Jersey Cloth and English Mixtures, with reductions to about two to five dollars per piece. Limited to Thursday morning on the third floor.
Large sale itemizes high grade leather luggage including saddlebags bags trunks and cases with prices cut from regular to sale figures. Features Oskosh Hartmann styles enamel and fabric coverings with durable construction and varying sizes. Also listed are enamelware aluminum items electrical appliances trays and kitchen ware with reductions lasting through the week.
Printzess and Meadow Brook suits for misses and women feature Read's Tricotine and silk linings with Meadow Brook tailoring. Dresses priced at 37.50 and 49.50, plus extensive sale on porcelain sets, glassware, lamps, and kitchenware with discounts. free baby ring offer with $1 purchase.
Washington reports the army appropriation bill, passed by the House, is sent to the Senate Military Committee for study. There is expectation the panel may push to raise enlisted strength above 170,000, while Weeks favors about 168,000. The House bill totals 220 million dollars versus 342 million in the prior session’s vetoed measure.
An order for a federal tal auction was issued by Judge E. Thomas. U.S. Marshals said they would fix the date of sale next week for several vessels including the steamers Jennie St nod VW Morse Line, the ocean going Jug Setter al of New London, and the Norland at Bridgeport in Long Island Sound. The Tslu DelLuson has been released from attachment.
Paris reports a high official of the French foreign office says France intends to pay what she owes and will take steps regarding modification reduction or cancellation of debts to the United States. The statement follows persistent reports from New York that such an arrangement might be under consideration.
Stephen Barker a lawyer from Short Hills New Jersey walked in his sleep from an eighteenth floor window in his brother’s apartment on 49th street and fell eight stories to a building roof. He sustained a fractured skull and broken legs but doctors said he had a faint chance of recovery.
A newspaper blurb advertises table glassware sets including half dozen sherbets parfaits iced teas and tumblers. The listing highlights tall sherbets low sherbets colortial goblets custard cups and floral designs available at generous reductions.
Copper and nickel plated coffee urns and chafing dishes in various sizes shapes and designs with alcohol burners. Regular prices ranged from 512.90 to 16.00. Sale price 9.85.
Cedar oil mops in large size with long handles drop from 1.30 to 1.00. Cotton yacht mops for wet use drop from 0.75 to 0.62. Handles for holding both mop and brush drop from 0.25 to 0.18. Limited stock, grab these price cuts while they last.
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