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Newspaper
Bridgeport Standard Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Sep 06, 1919
Page
12
Bridgeport Standard Telegram records its founding in 1891 and notes circulation, advertising and staff details. The piece includes a poem by John Kendrick Bangs and a brief garden chat about flowers and cheer.
A whimsical collection of observations blending humor and early 20th century concerns. Notes touch on kitchen cleaning, sunlit mornings, Sunday routines, fashion trends, and universal preoccupations with wages, cost of living, and national issues. Includes jests about a two dollar bill, Poland, Roumania, and Poland stamps, with social commentary on manners and modern life.
The Mexican government proclaims deep regret over the wounding of Capt. LD W McNabb, an American aviator, and promises punishment. The piece argues Carranza lacks power to stop repeated outrages against Americans on Mexican soil and along the border. It urges the United States to act, even by policing Mexican territory if needed, to protect citizens and dignity.
General Von Ludendorff prepares a serialized confession detailing Germanys war errors and inner workings drawn from official documents. The daily installments promise insights into U boats failures and the Kaisers plans, aiming to reveal hidden German strategies and motives to readers.
The President's challenge to treaty critics drew wide attention as lawmakers on both sides denounced the Wilson plan. Few alternative drafts were offered, with critics mainly proposing minor changes. Supporters urge opponents to propose a competing treaty that pleases the majority, else the current version stands.
A satirical column argues for reviving Henry VIII era beard taxes and imposes humorous musings on other levies. It playfully suggests taxing facial hair worn by men and mocks taxes on church attendance and newborns, ending with a call to flee the topic.
A turbulent Bridgeport scene features a large Knights of Pythias excursion turnout in Milford, a North End church service schedule, fire damage from a bedroom blaze, and a memorial for fallen local figures. Reports include townspeople, clergy shifts, and civic events with scattered notes on weather, folklore, and a local fig tree anecdote.
Fairfield Connecticut Republican group convenes to discuss campaign plans and county political situation. Key figures expected include local leaders and committee reports on constitution and by laws while noting likely absences and a split in the I O J of Bridgeport and possible legal issues.
Bridgeport Mayor says inadequate facilities for handling frozen government meats threaten spoilage as 50 million pounds of stroven chicken, lamb, beef and other meats head to New Haven and soon to be placed on the market. He would seek to secure quantities for Bridgeport if supply chain and cold storage could be arranged.
Members of the Connecticut Lite And association gathered at Lordship Manor for a noon meeting and dinner. Charles K. Stocker of Hartford was elected to a three year executive committee post to attend national conventions. Fifteen delegates were chosen to represent the state at the Pittsburgh national convention October 3 and 20 with officers to be elected at an October annual meeting in Hartford. John Moore of Bridgeport was nominated for president.
Devon church Ladies Aid society held a noon meeting at Mrs H V Clemens home to elect officers for the coming year and read annual reports. President Mrs H V Clemens Vice President Mrs H M Hanks Secretary Mrs Art F Munn Treasurer Enoch Harris. An active program for summer and winter months outlined. Tea followed.
A Milford Road crash morning report states an automobile owned by Poli of Walnut Beach was badly damaged by a backfire fire. The vehicle burned before the Myr Beach Hose Company could extinguish it, leaving the car a total loss.
Officials probe incendiary Myrtle Beach fire tied to a lengthy royal fishing trip for the Prince of Wales. Reports indicate smoke originated near a porch in September, with the prince and staff moving along a royal train route through Falls, then to Caxton and Sault Ste. Marie, where steel dust affected his eyes. The incident follows the royal entourage’s travel over several days, prompting investigations into potential arson and safety concerns aboard the royal party.
General Pershing’s ship the Leviathan is due to reach New York harbor by nine Monday morning after a day of routine operations. Reports note movement of escort vessels and readiness checks as the large battleship prepares to dock amid security and ceremonial arrangements.
A fragmentary poem style piece blends nature and dream imagery. Vague references to trees, dawn, sleep, and shifting moods evoke a somber, nocturnal mood. Names and phrases appear garbled, suggesting OCR noise but conveying a reflective, melancholic tone about reality and dreams.
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