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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Sep 28, 1920

Page

15

Price Cutting Sparks Wall Street Declines On Bearish Signals

Wall Street fell in heavy trading as price cutting in commodities and news that three Boston banks invoked 90 day withdrawal notices spurred a renewed downward trend. Industrial stocks led losses with declines of up to seven points, while rail shares showed strength in parts of the session.

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Meat Packers Indicted on Profiteering Charge in Lamb

Boston, Sept. 27 Indictments were returned against Armour and Co for profiteering in lamb as the federal grand jury probing food costs last June released details. Armour through counsel pleaded not guilty and requested ten days to withdraw and demur. John E. Wilson, Armour’s New England manager, was arrested months ago. grand jury did not act on him. Other indictments, including X, B. Hollis & Co and E B Swit & Co, were challenged by plea claims that names were trade names and the firms run by Swift & Co. Hearings to be held on the pleas.

Boston Armour & Co Fedéra Cownsel John E. Wilsor New England Apartment of Justice Jery Grand Wise B. Hollis & Co C. Swit & Co Swift Beef Cy Swift Breet Co

Liberty Bonds Market Quietly Updates and Maine Central Loan

Liberty bonds trade closer with mixed quotes for series and Victory bonds. The Interstate Commerce Commission on September 19 approved a loan of 652000 dollars to the Maine Central Railroad Company for additional equipment.

Maine

Riccio Enters Fordham University

Jogeah Riccio of 918 Novie Avenue, a 1920 high school graduate, has entered Fordham University. This brief notice confirms Riccio's admission to the college as reported.

Jogeah Riccio Novie Avenue Ipot High School Fordham Univers

Freight Car Situation Shows Less Congestion in Rail Service

Washington reports freight car loadings returning to normal after a period of heavy traffic. For the week ending September 17, total cars in transit stood at 74,848, with normal congestion marked by 20,000 to 40,000 cars. The report notes a large discrepancy earlier due to roads reporting weekly figures rather than averages.

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Trade talk with Soviet Russia sparks unconfirmed claims

News from London and New York reports that Frank A. Vandenlip and other American business men were negotiating with Soviet representatives to open trade relations. Vandenlip reportedly is at home in Scarborough and his agents cannot confirm the charge of a meeting with the Soviet economic counsel.

London Frank A. Vandenip America Russia Vandenlip Moseow Scarborough

New York Market Receipts and Prices Amid Turbulent Trading

New York notes mixed receipts and steady extras as prices fall in sugar futures and refined sugar hold, with jagged moves in pork, lard, and cottonseed oil. Trade shows extensive quantities, changes in futures, and a broad mix of commodities including grains, coffee, and meats across the day.

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Coffee futures open with slight gains and steady on covering

NY market reports coffee futures opening with modest advances and general strength as traders cover positions. Closing bids list March through July contracts with scattered figures, indicating tentative steadying after initial moves.

New York

Grain futures finish with mixed gains in Chicago market

In Chicago on September trading, grain prices reversed previous declines. Wheat rose about 4 to 1 1/2 cents, corn gained modestly to 3 86, rye edged up to 44 4 10 9, and oats slipped 3 to 4 1/2 cents while Provigainda showed lackluster activity and averaged lower.

Harley

Last Days for Taxes Rush Near October First

Commissioner Connor prepares for a large tax filing rush before October 1, the final day to file reports without penalties. Tax office hours run from morning to late evening each weekday through October, with extended evening service.

Connor Tod

Steamers for Sale at Washington Sale By Shipping Board

A batch of 285 wooden steamers totaling 94 245 deadweight tons was offered for sale today by the Shipping Board. The sale is private with bids due October and then opened. Clearinghouse figures show federal reserve balance of 93 706 568 and household expenses noted. Christopher Rouge hosted a gathering at his Poplar Street home with numerous guests and attendees listed.

Washington Shipping Board

Many Japanese Come to U S Seeking Outlet for Products

New York dispatch notes a rising number of Japanese in New York since August 1. The visitors appear as business people, not laborers, seeking outlets for Japanese goods or markets for American commodities. They are contrasted with other Latin American business figures, as Japan faces trade balance strain and aims to expand exports to stabilize the economy.

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Market news and local tax notice from Fairford and Fairfield

Cotton markets weakened by raw cotton drop while print cloths and yarn faced varied demand. Tax assessment notices warn residents to file sworn lists by September 30 with penalties. Public meetings for assessors, parcel bounds, and building separations outlined.

New York

Notice to Taxpayers in Bridport Town and City

Notice to taxpayers in Bridport town and city for September 7 1920. The Tax Commissioner seeks to list all real estate and personal property owner details for property tax assessment with penalties for late filing. Buildings must be listed separately from land with owner notes and addresses. filings due in September.

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Market summary shows declines in commodity prices

New York trading opened with mixed sentiment and thin deliveries as May contracts dipped to two cents a pound from Saturday quotes. Prices closed weak with declines around 150 to 209 points. December contracts fell to 24.

New York

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