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Newspaper
Bridgeport Standard Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Jun 30, 1919
Page
8
Fragmentary OCR text invokes exhortation to courage and self-command with references to a general and battle, framed as inspirational prose. The readable portion centers on a call to steadfastness and duty amid conflict, attributed to a military or leadership voice.
Fragmentary OCR text mixes political mutterings about peace and governance with verses about a husking bee. It references wartime rhetoric, the Reichstag, and a July timeframe, alongside rhymed rural lines about lassies, red ears, and dancing at a husking event.
The peace conference nations except China sign a historic treaty. It links to the League of Nations as a tool to prevent future wars, though path to full approval remains. Compromises mark the start, with broader acceptance seen as essential for lasting peace.
Bridgeport Post readers recall "Rags" the dog and a New York Great Dane named "Jim" who saved lives. Jim died defending his master from a burglar, his burial drawing mourners and praise. The pieces argue such canine devotion challenges vivisection and highlights animal instincts and service to humans.
A Texas congressman from the sixteenth district faced cabinet backlash after proposing resolutions demanding federal officials disclose all income sources beyond government pay. The House adopted the measure, with Washington critics labeling it a nuisance and Labor Department circulars discrediting the congressman circulating back to the capital.
Washington June 29 Senator Meyers of Montana has introduced a bill to make vivisecting a dog a crime. The measure, backed by the National Society of Humane Regulation of Vivisection and dog lovers, faces opposition from some surgeons who say dogs are indispensable for certain experiments. The bill proposes fines or prison terms and cites dogs’ wartime service as support, while arguments on both sides highlight ethical, medical, and practical considerations.
Bridgeport's Camp Pootatuck, the boys department's swimmers camp, opens today on Tallylake Woodrow in the Berkshire Hills. About 40 local boys board the train at 9:15 AM for a month of activities including an Independence Day athletic meet and fireworks. Tent leaders include Richard Tropper and Lewis Quigley. Tarl Lakeman directs the camp, with entertainment by local leaders.
A whimsical verse by Walt Mason satirizes the shopping scene and debt. It narrates a merchant visit, claims of prompt payment, and a past filled with bills and bailiffs. The speaker boasts of debt freedom and prefers poverty to debt collectors, ending with a plea for self respect.
Devon awaits appointments by the Board of Selectmen to fill vacancies on the Bank of Finance and other town bodies after recent deaths and expirations. Replacements expected for George W. Mus and George R. Secor, with nominations from Republican and Democratic committees for Finance and Fire boards. A fifth slot may come from Fire Commissioner A Ford’s resignation. Botsford’s stance under review. Herbert Peter of Devon recommended by the Democratic Town Committee for Munson’s place on the tax committee.
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