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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Sep 08, 1922

Page

17

Morris Plan Co Loans In August Show Decrease

Morris Plan Co loans for August total 61 344 17, the second month this year with loans below the prior year. The August figure compares with a 61 445 aggregate, a near one per cent drop, and the eight months show a rise of about 22.5 percent versus 1922 1924. Total landing loans remain strong at year end, with figures running into the hundreds of dollars and a strong year to date comparison.

Joagual Morris Plan Co Josing Tott Sams Wos

Standard Burner Saves Millions In Year’s Gas Bills

Washington reports the Bureau of Standards tests a standardized gas burner for dwellings aims to cut fuel costs in American homes. Dr. W. Stratton notes poor gas service stems from lack of standards, urging cooperation with gas associations and municipalities. The code’s third part addresses safety, with questionnaires to health departments and home tests on combustion efficiency. Five manufacturers’ burners are under test with results forthcoming.

Washington Sept Secretary of Commerce Fioover States Bureau of Standards W. Stratton Bureau of Standards Natural As Association Kansas City Bureau Tr Wae The Gas Association Oring

Population figures show France's population decline rising

Paris reports a vital statistics study indicating France loses about 200000 people yearly. Births drop from around a million in earlier centuries to smaller counts, with deaths near 700000. Marriage rates fall, and projections suggest population could reach zero by 2121.

Paris France Dureau Zéra

Wheat Production For Year Favorable

Estimates released by the Department of Agriculture indicate a favorable wheat year with a U S crop of 3,019,526,009 bushels, slightly below last year’s 3,058,596,000. Russia reports favorable conditions and adequate feed for the nation.

Department of Agriculture Russia

Grievous Lucks Plague Major League Clubs Streaks

Managing major league clubs, Clark Griffith styles his misfortunes as a string of mistakes. His team lacks reliable pitchers, and castoffs from his roster fare better elsewhere. Don Boone, formerly a Senator recruit, now stars with the Indians.

Clark Griffith Othis Don Boone The Indians

Bank Commissioner Appointment and Local Commerce Notes

Governor announces Deputy Bank Commissioner John B. Byrne will succeed John I. Bissland who died recently. Fletcher Thompson, Inc. to design a Seaview Avenue factory for Waker Ice Cream. Nichols Underwear buys land on Benham Avenue for $6,000. Ford Motor Co. balance sheet as of June 30, 1922 shows assets and liabilities. July electric power output and June consumption reported by USGS. Grain markets rise with wheat, corn, and provisions, amid drought impact.

John B. Byrne Putnam John I. Bissland Offee No Ayrse Boan Elon Elarge Locat Pont Waker Ice Cream Company Fletcher-Thompson, Inc Seaview Avenue Nichols Underwear Nichola Underwear Corporas Benham and Wood Hes Benham Avenue Alto J. B. Klein Ford Motor Ford Motor Co Detroit Jung OM Michigih Askets Cary Eee Reece Harisg Gus.oee UG Timployes Wien United States Geological Survey Eiloe Assertianlee Souson Sushela Leas Minnesota South Dakota Nebraska Kattsas Canada

Debtors Record Decline in Firms Bankrupt in August Statewide

Complete bankruptcy petitions for August show fewer firms involved and lower liabilities than July and June. Total liabilities reach 555,967 with assets around 174,182 amid liquidations near 23 to 44 cents on the dollar. Six firms were liquidated in the week ending September 2 with 10,262 liabilities and 7,487 debts, a downturn from last year.

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Kresge Declares Quarterly Dividend on Preferred Stock

The S. S. Kresge Five and Ten Cent Stores company announces a regular quarterly dividend on its preferred stock at 1 percent per year. It will be payable October 2 to stockholders of record as of September 15.

Reichsbank to Issue Paper Notes in December

Berlin reports the Reichsbank prepares to issue paper notes in half million mark denominations by December to meet late year money payments. The move follows recent finance measures and signals currency steps to ease unsettled payments.

Reichsbank Berlin

Metal Market News Copper and Tin Hold Steady on Sept 7

In New York on September 7 copper prices show steady spot and futures around 14 with tin steady near 32.37. Lead holds between 5.90 and 6.00, antimony ranges 5.25 to 5.50 with East St. Louis delivery and nearby tin noted as quiet.

New York East St. Oula

Money Market Snapshot From New York Sept 7

Call money in New York opened firm with 4 percent high and low 4 percent, ruling rate at 4 7, last turn 4,4,7 with offers at 44 47. Call loans against acceptance 3 percent.

New York

Mexican oils reactionary good demand for domestics

New York stock market moved higher with broad gains led by key oil and railroad stocks. Norfolk and Western hit a new high amid railroad revival cues while mixed notes on Mexican oil activity and canning equipment shipments tempered sentiment.

Norfolk and Western Newa New Jersey Sluccati Phillips Petroleum Houston Stanford California Nav Jairy Unival Condon O Norfolk Qn Stork Northern Preferred Chicago Northwestern Strombergy Cargaretor Bosch Magneto

Savings deposits rise across districts amid national trend

Savings deposits show a 4 percent year over year gain across the United States as reported to the Federal Reserve Board. Districts like Richmond and San Francisco lead with double digit increases, while Cleveland and Chicago show declines. The nationwide rise occurs despite bank strain from strikes and unemployment, with mutuals and other institutions included in the survey.

Ralfit W Richmond Sinaion Federal Reserve Board Federal Reserve

Postmasters of Nation to Meet in Washington

National Association of Postmasters will convene in Washington on September 27 to discuss expediting mail amid strained schedules. President Purdy, resigning at the meeting, highlights cooperation with the Post Office on standardized procedures and postal education initiatives.

Minneapolas Minn Sen National Association Af Washington BE. A. Purdy Cle Organization Sécong Third Slase |Posmasters Try Purdy H. W. Work Barnett Purtly National Association of Postmasters Départment Senadia MD, Chance Washington, D. C Ja~ithrap Toledo Carmilles Lunien Chicago Eraninarsatian Camimilies

Cholera Cases Reduced by Water Purification in Petrograd

Petrograd reports cholera cases nearly negligible after sanitation drive by American Relief Administration. Water purification and vaccination of 75,000 people reduced spread. chlorinated lime added to drinking water, funded by American Red Cross support. Medical staff expect further declines in Russia with preventive program continuing.

Petrograd American Relief Administration Burifienlon Ag American Red Cross Eld Russia

Demand for railroad mortgages spurs broad bond advance

New York Sept 7 The demand for railroad mortgages spurred a general advance in the bond market Norfolk and Western convertible bonds rose 4 1 4 points to parity with gains in related issues Pennsylvania gold rose to 48 St Paul and Chicago bonds advanced Libert y issues up with gains in utility and industrial sectors Public offerings included 1 775 million of 10 year 7 percent convertible notes and 1 250 million Porto Rican bonds yielding 2 0 percent four municipal issues totaling 1 078 million priced to yield 4 20 percent

New York Norfolk and Western Pennsylvania St. Paul Prince Solwnong Ge Gelsing Colorado Industrial Sinclair Ofza Serra de Ponce Gs Chile Incerboroush Rapid Transit Brooklyn Union Yale Wickwire Spencer Steer Corporation Meoruca

Local Produce Prices Reported by Marketing Bureau

Markets show steady prices for fruits and vegetables with uneven notes on Elberta peaches apples corn and potatoes. Livestock dairy and poultry demand remain firm while hay and grain dealers list varied door prices and freight-ready supplies across regions.

Amos Bartleth Praii Oly Mathys Bskt Kennary Western Western Wb T. Milch

Realty Records Shows Various Property Deeds and Transfers

Warranty and quit claim deeds record transfers among Drews Fuller company Edward Snear Michael Terttay Teseba Kirth and others. Parcels range 30 to 50 feet on Buckingham Center and Trowel streets with values noted including 2300 and 5000 dollars.

Drews-Fuller Company, Incorporated Edward Snear Birmingham Arene William H Fox Lo Thomas Sophie Johnson Ichael Terttay Teseba Kirth Dover Atecel Tyley B.scombe Jnlie Alken Wiliam Wv Parsons Buckingham Street Samuel M- Harley Drewa-Fuller Company, Incorporated, Realty Hawley Helgins Charles M. Gerdenier Arthur Palmer Shreet Center Street William W. Parsons Tova P.i Lynch Realky Buckingham Surzet Guaranty and Test Company Florence B. Humphrey Kelacy Street Perit M. Wid Marie Ellert Louya Enlerk Trowel Julius Bethe Anne Bothy Sans Avenue Hizao Io William W. Parsons Lucy Dencombs Buckingham Street Herman Beek Canter Etrest Pye

Americans Open Restaurants in Mexico City Looming Trend

An American woman opens a hotel and cafe in Mexico City catering to expatriates craving hotcakes and doughnuts. Bistros along Modero Avenue feature U S style items like sinkers and coffees and a notable place named Number 7 draws locals and San Franciscans alike. Dinty Moore's expands to meet demand for corned beef and cabbage.

Mexico City Mexico City Modoro Avenue United States San Franciscana Clamar

Southern Commercial Congress to Meet in Chicago

The thirteenth annual Southern Commercial Congress convention will be held in Chicago on November 2. A conference on beverage relations with Texas and a trade mission to Mexico City will follow, seeking Mexican government engagement. The group, revived after wartime postponements, has longstanding ties to Reconstruction era efforts and permanent headquarters in Washington.

Chicago Southern Commercial Congress Vo Association of Comimerre Texas City Texas Mexico City Atlanta South Capitol

Ancient Regorby Fowne By Workmen In Snps

Japan Sept 7. Walley repairing the Kozanji Temple in Nara region notes records from 1087 to 1120 with names patrons and items connected to the images. An expert from Meiji university is now examining the records and artifacts in the temple.

Angient Regorby Fowne Obaka Japan Walley Ie Kozanji En Gena Nantoku Miyaela Taunce

Medical Supplies Sent to Russians Amid Wartime Need

Murky wartime dispatch from Moscow notes the American Relief Administration distributing surgical instruments vaccines and medical supplies to five elites and about twenty six million in aid during August. The report hints at logistical challenges and mentions soap and related amenities as part of humanitarian support.

Moscow Saventgen Louis Haskal Tirat

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