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Newspaper
Bridgeport Standard Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Sep 10, 1919
Page
12
Fragmented column blends weather training for football season price swings and social notes. References to coal shortages rising living costs autos gas and fashion demand, with satirical digs at politicians and public life. Mentions Reds Whites and other groups, plus fashion footnotes from Cincinnati Inquirer and Detroit News.
Opinion piece argues Herbert Hoover and General Pershing could be the only non politicians to win the presidency after World War I. It credits Hoover’s war service and integrity, notes opposition from farmers and lawyers, and laments political timbers lacking standout nominees.
A political column argues postal workers and army officers face stagnant pay compared to rail workers, highlighting eight and five year gaps respectively. It accuses government by class of injustice and warns that rail workers could gain power, risking private rail control and broader social imbalance.
An opinion piece urges Bridgeport to reexamine its English night schools for non English speakers. It faults evening hours and mixed classes, arguing each immigrant learns at a different pace and many are not ready for rapid advancement. The article calls for facts and reorganization.
A considered view questions the value of the recent Actors Equity dispute. Strikers say they gained little beyond managerial hostility and old contracts. The strike cost about 3 million dollars, and actors face uncertain futures as some received raises while others returned to prior pay and conditions.
Bridgeport items cover a varied page including local events. Bishop Williams returns from Lake George. New superintendent Edgar S Nichols improves Park Cemetery. Centennial of Barkhamsted settlement noted. A giant corn stalk from Captain Hinman enters editorial room. Court and police actions recount a street chase and a banquet seating plan for The Banker's Daughter. Annapolis candidateWilliam Edwards Waller praised. others rank high in exam. Grand excursion on Grand Republic plans crowd, Laura yacht hired for overflow. Union Agricultural Society fair next week features Wheeler Williamson band and a modern race track with notable pumpkin and squash displays. Catholic Temperance Society reports strong turnout. Danbury to host next year. Day Line service to New York slated, wharf work progressing.
A reflective piece on consumer knowledge of soap, comparing price and value, explaining that most soap is a tallow and alkali blend. It notes that American makers produce quality soap, warns against paying for mere wrappers or perfumed claims, and highlights soap as a strong disinfectant with limited medical claims.
Reading a consumer guide on soap differences reveals the core factors: water content, batching methods, and air inclusion affect wear and price. It cautions against assuming purity from floating bubbles or transparent colors and notes coconut oil and palm oil soaps can rival tallow-based ones.
Walnut Beach residents are told of upcoming events to shape the Democratic ticket for October. A town hall gathering tomorrow night at Sound View will unite the Democratic town committee and leaders to outline the campaign. Registrars of voters will operate Thursday September 11 from 3:30 am to 6 pm at Town Hall to receive applications and correct voter lists. Caucuses are planned this week with Republicans meeting Friday at Town Hall to nominate town officers for October 1. Democrats convene Saturday night at the fair hall for a similar purpose.
Preparations for the Republican caucus in Milford are underway with a Devon Republican club meeting tomorrow night at 8 at O Mathews & Son. Registrars of voters will be in session Thursday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. About 50 new voters are expected from the second district.
New York Sept 9 At the close of a New York New Haven and Hartford Railway directors meeting today only routine business was transacted. It was doubtful no action by the board was necessary regarding stockholders' application for a limited receiver in restitution suits against a former director.
A humorous yet somber meditation on obesity recounts mockery and pain faced by a fat man. The speaker laments ridicule as health issues and social stigma accompany every stumble and fall, highlighting a life told through laughter and tears.
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