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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Nov 16, 1921

Page

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Five Cent Nickel Fare Faces Ruling Today

Public Utilities Commission prepares to publish a decision on a five cent nickel fare with no transfers for a single center city ride. Hearings last week debated center only versus citywide five cent fares and transfers, with officials split on the best approach.

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Colors Presented to CT 56th Regiment by War Department

The Connecticut Adjutant General, George M. Colm, received the colors of the 56th Regiment Coast Artillery from the War Department confirming the regiment’s proud status. The 2918 Machine Gun Battalion flags were also received and placed in the military cohesion. All artillery companies in the city trained at Fort Wright before France service, with the unit later reassigned within the Army.

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Jennings Nominated in Direct Primary System

Meriden's direct primary history marks Mayor Floyd E. Jennings and six other candidates in the Republican nomination race. W. Miller and Harold S. Wheatley were renominated, with Charles S. Perkins also named amid the contest.

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Mrs Obenchain Can't Wed Divorced Husband

A fragmented report notes Mrs. Obenchain cannot marry her divorced husband amid a murder case in Belton. The sheriff’s office reportedly denied a permit for a wedding. details are unclear due to garbled OCR.

Los Angler Mancalyarrhe

Mayor Atwater Abolishes Inspector of Buildings Post

The mayor plans to end the office of Inspector of Buildings, a long standing post tied to the mayor’s pleasure. Maurice F Makunta earns about 2000 a year and the vacancy is to be filled or eliminated per city needs. The move fits a broader economy platform and could see the inspectorate merged or dropped with no extra cost to the city.

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Porter Freed From Exile and Joyful After Release

Porter, once jailed on creditor complaints, is released by County Judge Pitman. He turned over a golf kit, knife, cash, and personal possessions to a trustee. Though broke, he declares happiness and plans to depart New York after months away.

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Father of Fordney Tariff Bill Coming

Representative Workgey plans to attend the amber event next month and will discuss the tariff bill. He will address the airfield and party the inner of the assumption in airfield and par dato.

Fordney Workgey

Million to Be Raised by Extra Levy for Deficits

A public notice outlines an urgent plan to raise funds for unemployment relief by an extra levy. A special tax will be levied to cover deficits as a board meeting considers borrowing up to 1,000 dollars and ensuring continued aid.

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Calvin Brodie Veteran Soldier Dies in Bridgeport Hospital

Calvin Brodie veteran and noted Bridgeport resident died at Allingtown hospital in New Haven at six o'clock after a long illness. He served in the Eleventh Company under Captain Ron and saw action in France with the Infantry, earning respect for his service and his famous violin during camp life. He leaves a brother, Clifford Brodie of Bridgeport, whose home is 3658 Main Street, Bridgeport. Funeral arrangements are to be announced.

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Simon Doolan Found Dead In His Bed

Simon Doolan 66 of 476 Atti Avenue 4 Ibretler was found dead in his bed yesterday morning when an ambulance driver broke into the home. Emergency staff determined he had been dead about 12 hours. Police believe the case to be death by likely natural causes. A vehicle reported stolen from Raith Mall at 810 Laurel Avenue last night links to the incident.

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Thanksgiving Proclamation Urges Prayers for Parley Lake

The proclamation asks residents to pray for success at the Washington conference on disarmament and restoration. Copies were mailed to church leaders to read next Sunday, urging prayers for divine guidance and rapid progress toward peace.

Invernor Lake Washington Laws Clerk Winton

New System of Reckoning Auto Registration Fees

A rewritten state plan changes how vehicle registrations and operator licenses are computed and priced. Fees shift from flat rates to horsepower and engine displacement based formulas with a branded color change for plates. Registrations will be issued in the named owner’s name, affecting dealer titles and ownership transfers.

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Arbuckle Case Urges Faster Pace in Court Deliberations

The article outlines urgent calls to accelerate proceedings in the Arbuckle matter. It mentions peremptory challenges and expedited interrogations to shorten delays, with references to jury exposure and the pace of testimony, highlighting pressures on the process and potential impacts on defense.

Shevlin Wins New England Welterweight Title in Hartford

Shevlin of Dartmouth College defeats Mike Morley in a ten round bout at Hartford to claim the New England welterweight title. The boxing instructor from Boston regained the title tonight, with no Felis Sievtin from Hoxbiry mentioned in the report.

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Surtax Rates To Be Decided In House Thursday

The House plans to vote on surtax adjustments this Thursday amid Republican and Democratic negotiations. Leaders seek a compromise amid talk of altering the 22 percent rate and aligning with broader fiscal aims.

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Inquiries Into Death at Brass Plant

Giuseppe Casnoni, 38, died after a truck load of heavy boxes fell on him at the Bridgeport Brass company plant. He struck his head on the cement and died four hours later at Bridgeport Hospital. Coroner plans hearings in related employment cases at Greenwich.

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Japan presses for larger warship tonnage at talks

Japan seeks a bigger warship tonnage share at the conference plenary session, stressing insular defense needs and denying any aim to match U S or British navies. Officials say Tokyo will propose modifications to tonnage formulas, while reiterating no ambition to equal Western powers.

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Skidding Auto Injures Four in City Incident

A runaway car skidded onto the sidewalk in Newent Street injuring four, including several girls aged around 14. One driver, William Rose of Norman Street, was seriously hurt and taken to St Vincent's Hospital. Witnesses said the vehicle limited speed before crashing on Narima Street and Ford Avenue, with several pedestrians needing medical attention.

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Britain to Seek Further Submarine Reductions at Conference

At the naval arms talks in Washington, Britain Japan Italy and France signaled acceptance in principle of the US plan for drastic naval cutbacks. Great Britain urged deeper submarine limits and a bigger share of tonnage reduction, while discussing detailed adjustments among the five powers.

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Italy and France debate naval size with Britain and US stake

Paris and Rome push for a larger fleet ratio with 8 to 7 as the target, arguing strong navies are needed. Experts from Italy and France meet to discuss how balance with Britain and the United States would shape postwar power and treaty terms.

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Echo of Burns Raids Heard Tuesday

An account of Burns raids reviewed in court with allegations against Cora and Boh port officials. The case centers on a confession claim, a hearing, and a potential sentence on a murder related charge.

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