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Newspaper
Bridgeport Standard Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Aug 11, 1919
Page
8
An aged fragment from the Smogport Telegram page references the Bavckrover Standard Telegram and notes the paper is the largest morning circulation in Connecticut, with 43 Cannon Street mailing details, classified as second class matter, and references to audit bureau grouping. Includes a brief “A Line O’ Cheer” verse and an Everett Young quotation about aging with cheerful spirit.
The fragmentary column riffs on temperance, society norms, and romance. It weaves disjointed lines about hospitality to the Prince of Wales, a raven’s note to Bernhardt, and jokes on marriage, youth, and lawmakers riders. Strong images of aged indecision and social satire emerge from scattered phrases and quotes.
A fragmented comic verse portrays Walt M450n entering Johnson's store to buy prunes for Lixzie. Clerks bustle sweeping dust as a customer notes the busy scene and Johnson laments overreaction to busy work. The humorous exchange reflects social bustle and commerce.
A critic argues newspapers should print news not propaganda. Editors face daily piles of propaganda offered by advertisers and campaigners. True impact comes from honest ads, not press agent material, preserving reader trust and the paper’s duty to inform.
The piece argues wheat prices drive overall food costs from bread to livestock feed and meat. It claims high wheat sustains high corn and other foods, notes wartime guarantees inflated prices, and contends removing the guarantee would lower costs across bread, meat, and dairy as prices fall.
The piece highlights a growing housing shortage as winter nears, noting Bridgeport’s lack of adequate homes despite government operations. It cites nationwide costs, resumed building delays, and a Massachusetts bill to create a housing department under labor with Secretary Wilson urging rapid congressional action. Representative Winkham backs the measure as a needed reform to end the chaotic housing approach.
The article notes Germany was first to ratify the peace treaty on July 9 with the National Assembly. Argentina led the Allies in signing, Britain second, while the United States lags. Congress may delay further, impacting economic development and business confidence amid calls for presidential action.
Bridgeport boys and girls are urged to learn about the Bridgeport Board of Recreation camp near Fairfield beach. It offers overnight hiking and picnics at a modest fifty centa per day, with a chef and wholesome meals. Applications from the Recreation Board or Sunday schools. parents reassured by the camp’s organization and safety.
A fragmented diary style note from a person at Alma Street claims paralysis of the right arm, resting chin on a hand, wearing few clothes once tested, and a wish to nap rather than pass time. The text muses about thoughts, thinking, and doing nothing.
Bridgeport news recalls demolition of the city’s first Housatonic passenger depot, notes an ice cream festival at North Main Street M E Tabernacle, and describes local events. It mentions the 7:08 train to New York, a veteran Odd Fellows reunion at Indian Point, and seaside excursions.
The Farm Management Bureau notes a yearly marching belt of ripe grain and produce from Kansas to the Dakotas and beyond. A mobile labor army follows, critical to timely harvests, now studied to align acres, ripening dates, and manpower with preplanned mobilization and better wages.
In Bologna on August 1, jurors in Alfredo Cocchi's murder trial heard a dramatic tale. The defense and press coverage highlight expected delays and cautious remarks by jurors and Judge Gnoli as he plans to pursue all evidence.
In New York on August 10 a man believed to be Frank Quigley, sought for the murder of William Biegel, a Metropolitan State Bank cashier, during a March hold-up, was arrested. The suspect claims to be Frank A. Hudson, a Chicago liquor dealer. An informant, a jilted sweetheart, provided information leading to the arrest.
A squadron of thirteen Curtis biplanes will start a transcontinental flight from Mineola to San Francisco on Wednesday, August 13, under Major M Baldinger. The route spans 4,182 miles with 15 stops and exhibitions planned in 171 cities.
New York August 14: former United States Representative from New Jersey is accused of misappropriating 113000 of the estate of Mrs. Sarah J. Flanagin while serving as executor. Referee Juin Guinn delivered the report in the case.
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