Commission to Adjust War Claims Convenes in Washington
The mired claims commission to adjust American claims against Germany opened sessions in Washington. Justice Day welcomed German representatives as Judge Parker and Dr. Iesselbach expressed appreciation. The panel outlined a system to classify claims, with cases from across the nation, especially New York City, grouped for handling. Processing could require time as data may be referred to Berlin, and a final settlement length remains uncertain.
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AiMezieux
Germany
Tomorow
Dy. Wilelm Klesselvach
Justice Day
Edwin
Parker
Iesselbach
Morny Cuttings Systm
Robert C. Morris
Ile
We Commission
Foll Low
Karl von Lewingski
State Department
Basten
New York City
Berlin
Three Parties to Rally At YMCA Lobbies This Winter
A political meeting at the YMCA will feature speakers from three parties. Judge Frank J. Wilder will speak for the Republican party, John A. Cornell for the Democratic party, and Jasper McLevy for the Socialist party. Each Saturday night during winter, the lobby will host a party platform outline and discussion.
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YMC
Frank J. Wilder
Republican Party
John A. Cornell
Democratic — Party
Jasper McLevy
Tammert
Loby
Alsace Lorraine Autonomy Move Ties To League of Nations
A Bloated report describes Alsace Lorraine flirting with autonomy and neutrality, with plans to push the proposition before the League of Nations. Delegates in Kolmas favor autonomy but doubt U S support, while neutrality and opposition from certain French-administered areas and rural delegates are noted. International friends from Switzerland, England, Denmark, Italy, and others are invited.
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Eolmva
Alsued
Alenee- Lovraine
Dolesalys
America
Alastlona
Switzerland
England
Donmar
Italy
Sweden
Norway
Holland
Spain
Kolmas
Yarsona
Mtwun
Bridgeport Charter Question Sparks gubernatorial rally pleas
Democratic treasurer candidate Robert D. Godard urged Bridgeport voters to vote Yes or No on forming a charter commission. He warned against undemocratic Legislation and urged residents to approve a new charter after direct public input. Howard, McLoughlin, and Arminger also spoke at rallies promoting Charter reform.
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Robert D. Godard
West End
Twelfth District
Cty
Bridgeport
Goddin
Connectivut
McLoun
Howard Eon
Butsh
Armerigan Jae Aon
Meeiing Fa
Gold
Han Street
AL Ds
Hridgeportt
Nedy
Wowsou
Neary and Finn Win Big in Collecting Overdue Taxes
Tax collectors Russell Neary and Frank Finn dramatically reduced delinquencies in the first months of the year. Delinquent taxes totaled 50 000, far surpassing the previous annual average of 1 700 to 1 800 per assessor. They recovered a long-outstanding Bod account and collected 850 on street sprinkling since 1915. Collector Drew introduced a dollar-down installment plan now used by over 100 taxpayers.
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Callastara
Russell Neary
Frank Finn
Thos
Eny
Drew
Avyeragg
Rasord Slinavs
Neary
Finn
Bodwich
Fone
Decision Reserved In Government Ship Contract Case
In Alexandria Virginia Judge Waddell reserved a ruling in a $96 million lawsuit by Virginie Shinbuilding Corp against the Shipping Board and Emergency Fleet Corporation over wartime ship purchases. A decision may take weeks and could involve a separate plan by the government estimating about $24 million. Evidence centered on accounting records and shipbuilding expenditures amid claims funds were misused under contract.
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Alexandria
Waddill
Virginie Shinbuilding Corporation
Shipping Board
Waddell
Youngus
Ship Building Corporation
Ipbuilding
Hnct
Tiew Nt
Women urged to vote on city charter reform
The piece highlights women activists and candidates urging Bridgeport voters to back charter reform. Mrs. Smith and others stress civic participation, urging turnout for the charter question, warning about machine manipulation and the need for informed women voters to cast votes on the proposal.
COS COB ARTIST FLEES HOME FEARING ATTACK
Roger Pierotti of Suburban avenue Cos Cob fled to his father in law’s home after accusing his wife of an affair. He said he faced death if his story were published. His wife left for New York with Mrs Hanton who once mailed pennies to a taxi firm. Police were called when Pierotti refused to stay and the woman stayed elsewhere.
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NWICH
Roger Pierotti
Suburban Avenue
Sox Cob
R. L. Lenton
Gome
New York
Pierotti
Pierott
Pennsylvania
Pierot
Hanten
Plarott
Tlm
Chad
Local Fragments Highlight Fraternal and Lodge Listings
A jumble of meeting notices and addresses for fraternal and benevolent organizations appears, listing lodges and halls across multiple streets and cities. Names such as Independent Order of Moresters, Royal Neighbors, Masonic groups, and others are paired with varied street addresses and vague scheduling phrases.
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Adzenot
Chaput Street
Akurksnive Court
Order of Moresters
State Street
Bridgepark Lodge
Tents Lodge
Shirin Nog
Argeda
UL OG
Island Streat
Stella
Avennis
St. Josuph'y
Barnumanne
Brinking Mredemens Piston
Suspect Arrested in Muskegon Grime Case
Raspy text indicates Raymond Magore Wilson was arrested in Muskegon for abduction of a 11 year old girl near a church. The victim, found in a vehicle outside the city, suffered serious injuries as the assailant drove away with her, matching prior descriptions.
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Grand RA Midh
Raymond Magore Wilson
Hero Tonigit
Unity
Wilson
Ehlig
Poe
Lodge's Friends Worry Over the Woman Vote in Mass
Boston reports nervousness within the Republican camp over William Lodge's standing in Massachusetts. Cox leads Lodge in the final, as anti League and anti suffrage sentiments affect votes while some financiers and former leaders shift support to John A. Nichols and an independent ticket. Secretary Hughes lectures to shore up pro war policy and curb dissent among business voters.
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David '‘Lawrerce
Bridgeport Telegram
Boston
Masachusetts
Ilka Jonegh Waller
aAlmost
Bennie
Lodge
Murray Crane
League of Nations
Hig
Massachuan
America
Charles W. Blot
Harvard
Moorfield Storey
American Bar Assyclangs
Wiliam A. Gaston
United States
Stour
John A. Nichols
Joseph Walker
Mr. Lodges
Nicholls
Charles Evans Hughes
Hughes
Harding
Hugheson
Loize
Ose
Lim
McLean Attacks Spellacy on the Tariff Issue
The speech attacks Spellacy over tariff policy in Connecticut. McLean argues Democrats shift with power, recalls past platforms from 1879 to 1912, defends protectionism, criticizes Underwood and League of Nations stance, and cites wartime spending and inefficiencies. He urges voters to back a pro tariff candidate to safeguard industry.
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McLean
Spellacy
Connecticut
Democratic Party
Washington
United States
Haa
Bartha
Congress
America
Speckncy
Speciaty
Gost
Dorn
League of Nations
Ledge
Great Britain
Lodge
England
Clas Botheta
Jrss
Teague of Nations
Aid
Aeoald
Republican Party
Underwood
Waterbury
League of Nathonw
Roosevelt
Taft
Eplc
Democrata
Ben
Homer Cummings
Pune
Mir
Niasara
Bill
McLenan
Fowney-McCanthcs
Milne
Cangrass
Senate
Melenn
Gresaniail Qtt
Republican rally touts Harding era progress and election unity
Speakers including Holler G. Cummings and Merritt hailed Republican achievements under Harding. Cummings contested Democratic bills on child labor and federal reserve, while Kinet introduced speakers and urged shared economic concerns. Audience filled the building as Roosevelt and Harding names drew strong applause.
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Holler G. Cummings
Cummings
Congress
Harding
Marding
John T. Kinet
Merritt
Sshuyier Merritt
Connecticut
Tudga
L. Wilder
Howard S. Challenger
Puequale Vieni
Adolph Lecerar
W .D. Kilpatetek
Paw L. Misley
Simeon Pease
Robinson
Crites
Harvey Hubbell
Theodore Roosevelt
cLean
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