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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Oct 22, 1921

Page

2

Reds Hurl Grenades at Paris Police

Communists planned a march on the United States Embassy but were blocked by Republican guards at Wasram Hall. Police arrested twenty and dispersed the crowd as officials warned of threats to Ambassador Herrick amid protests over the Washington conference and anti American sentiment abroad.

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Bandits Attack Photographer During Break-In at Berkshere Street Studio

Unidentified young men attempted a robbery at a studio on Berkshere Street last night. Photographer Robert J. Stevenson resisted, drew attention, and the assailants fled. Police urged anyone with information to come forward. The incident occurred amid ongoing legal disputes involving James Stillman and family trusts.

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Pershing Says United States Backs France

Fragmentary issue notes General Pershing remarking that the United States would back France if threatened. Mentions Deputy Senator, diplomat Wallace speech, and Allied cooperation claims amid wartime sentiment.

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Five Connecticut Breweries Agree to Quit Operations

In HARTFORD on October 21, Federal Prohibition Director Mackenzie announced that ten Connecticut breweries have agreed to close their establishments spelled out in the Volstead act. Five breweries already pledged compliance with the order restricting beverages over 0.5 percent alcohol content, while the rest will be reviewed for violations and sampling will be conducted to enforce the limits.

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Woman Run Down By Truck Driver Held After Incident

Mrs Sophia Wednan 63 of Highland Avenue was struck by a truck on M Street. Driver Gresky and Sons faces technical manslaughter charges with bail set at 1000 dollars. Wednan died at St Vincent’s Hospital. police seek relatives or friends to handle burial. Also a bicycle rider on Madison Avenue sustained injuries and was treated at St Vincent’s Hospital.

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Partition of Silesia Triggers Cabinet Crisis

Berlin reports a cabinet crisis precipitated by the partition of Silesia after party caucuses approved the decision by two thirds. The German People's Party opposed the move, calling it contrary to self-determination and vowing not to join any cabinet accepting the division. The Centre Party and other coalition partners rejected the decree.

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Yale Favored In Army Game At Yale Bowl

Yale is favored to beat Army in New Haven with odds 10 to 7 as star players return from injuries. Nearly 77,000 spectators expected for the Army clash, with both teams conducting final scrimmage and cadets preparing to cheer. Coverage notes game details continued on sport page.

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Early Break-Up Predicted For Irish Peace Parley

London dispatch reports ominous signs of an early break-up of the Irish conference as De Valera’s message to the Pope highlights Ireland’s demand for independence. British sources say Premier Lloyd George aims to bring the issue to an immediate decision when meetings resume. Delegates depart with grave expressions amid hopes for progress next week.

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Foreign debt refunding bill action postponed

A House vote on the Wordney bill to create a foreign debt refunding commission was postponed after House members spoke and debated. Action was deferred, with amendments expected once Congress reconvenes, and the measure would report to Congress for ratification if passed.

Gortpin Refining Commission Congress

Babe Ruth Abandons Barnstorming Trip in New York

Ragged report claims Babe Ruth halted his barnstorming tour upon return to New York. The tale suggests he agreed to a pact with Colonel Anton and the New York Yankees, citing unspecified regrets and conference with officials.

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Courts lash dry chief and bootleggers at Washington

Prohibition Commissioner Haynes denounces an unholy alliance between respected professionals and liquor rings. He accuses judges and officials of using high positions to influence enforcement, warning that profiteering bootlegging menaces the Volstead Act and federal court integrity.

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Raiden Saloon Raiding Aims Violations At 1280 Railroad Ave

A raiding squad from the Phis yesterday afternoon sealed the Raiden Saloon at 1280 Railroad Avenue. Proprietor Irak Kronss faced liquor law violations. He was jailed in default of $300. police found small quantities of alcohol and assorted bottles on the premises.

Railuad Avenue Kronss

Hope Fades If Unions Ignore Labor Board Order

The Labor Board asserted full jurisdiction over the rail crisis, ordering workers not to strike pending a conference set for October. Leaders from 11 unions faced the board while preparing for possible walkouts, with vote tallies showing overwhelming support among train and stationary firemen for a strike. Government officials pledged backing to avert a national halt, and various unions prepared to appear before the board as talks continued.

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Woman found dead as husband listed as Rev. Dutrand goes missing

Detectives in New You search for an elderly man registered as Rev. Lo Dutrand at a lodging house after a woman, about 60, is found dead in bed. Police note no clear signs of violence but suspect possible smothering with a coat found near the head. The husband is missing this morning.

Two Women Arrested on Minor Charges in Park Avenue Incident

Last night two women were arrested on minor charges. Names appear garbled in the report but involve alleged soliciting and violations of parole and conduct on Park Avenue. Authorities handled the case as a routine police matter with no further details available.

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Rhine Army Embarking for U S by November 6

Officials announced that with President Harding signing the peace treaty ratification, the Rhine Army will begin to withdraw from occupation in Berlin. The first detachment is expected to sail in about two weeks, with troop withdrawal by regular transports and no fixed timeline for completion.

Washington Oyj Marling Germany Berlin

Democratic Chairman Warns Against GOP Propaganda

The Democratic chairman denounces GOP propaganda aimed at discrediting mayoral candidate Fred Atwater. He cites plans by Mayor Wilson and attorney Fleury Greenstein to spread misrepresentations and urges voters to rely on real campaign issues rather than rumors or leaks.

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Income tax fight breaks in Senate as absentees labeled

In Washington the revenue bill faced delays after absences blamed for stalling key amendments. Republican leaders urged absent senators to return for daily sessions as the measure, including a proposed 30 percent top rate and exemptions for foreign trade income, moved toward adoption before adjournment.

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