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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Oct 18, 1926

Page

15

Critical Attitude Toward Signs of Prosperity Contests Fisher Remedies

Observers view signs of continued prosperity with caution as Fisher proposes coal mining remedies. He argues for a rational freight rate system, linking public service charges to cost, with distinct terminal rates and lower uniform movement costs to reduce seasonal burdens, boost working days, and reward efficient mines. The piece notes British coal losses and US coal price and trade impacts while outlining the Blanvelt plan as the best cure for industry ills.

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Coal and transport issues threaten miners and consumers

An emergency demand abroad calls the source of trouble for American miners and coal users. The coal commission notes rail and pier limits hinder supply despite excess mine capacity. Wages and market basket costs are debated, with proposed remedies including stabilized wages tied to living costs and tighter transportation pricing to ease industry pressure.

Commission Brit Therannette Wien Teel United Mine Workers

General Motors Official Succumbs in Paris

Paris date line reports General Motors vice president Bassett died this morning after a long illness. Born in Flint, he had headed the company’s operations and was highly regarded for his leadership. His death comes amid ongoing efforts to guide GM through postwar recovery and industrial challenges.

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Financial notes show October insolvency index steady drop year over year

The insolvency index for mid October rose slightly but remains low versus last year. Silver production for September reached 18,239,000 fine ounces, with 9 months totaling 163,576.09 ounces. U S monthly output fell to 4,995,009 ounces from August’s 3,279,000. The New York cotton exchange seat in Sidney J. White was sold to Edward I. Durtlett for 20,799 dollars, down from 25,009.

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Irving Fisher Weekly Index figures and purchasing power notes

The piece explains Irving Fisher’s weekly index of wholesale price movement across 200 commodities and the purchasing power relative to 1913. It cites peak price levels in May 1920 and low points in January 1922, with figures for quarterly averages and weekly endings, referencing Dun’s Weekly Review data and War Industry Board weights.

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Women Paid Equally With Men In Qualified Positions

New York Ort 17. A National Industrial Council study from 247 Park Avenue analyzes salary data across U.S. cities. It finds men predominate in higher roles, but women can earn equal pay in qualified jobs. Bias and social conditions are cited as reasons for gaps, with changes in living and household dynamics noted as potential drivers for future parity.

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Worst Decline Since March Marks Volatile Week in Markets

A week of sharp declines across stocks and the cotton market drags down market sentiment. Industrials like General Motors and DuPont fall significantly while automakers hit new lows, and foreign exchange movements show volatility with the Norwegian krone and Spanish peseta fluctuating amid a silver price slump.

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Bonds Show Steady Advance During Week Trading Broadly

In New York bonds rose gradually last week amid broader trading as investors awaited major foreign financing. Activity was led by institutional buying and steady rates, with total new offerings dipping to about 26.99 million from 166.69 million prior week due to a holiday pause. Belgian and French issues drew interest as European finance firmed, while U S issues saw selective strength led by Frisco and Baldwin Locomotive.

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Oil and Drug Report Shows Higher Domestic Oil Output

Crude oil production in domestic fields from January to October 16 totals 682,914,000 barrels, up from 602,454,000 in the same period last year. Output now runs 2,329,700 barrels daily, versus 2,073,300 previously. The piece discusses wage gaps and gender roles, noting women’s progress in education and society, with data from clerical work and telephone switchboard ops illustrating wage and role patterns.

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