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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Apr 08, 1921
Page
9
The new National Guard company staged its first drill on Main Street last night. Soldiers trained under the adjutant and officers named in the report attended the formation.
Incomplete OCR text shows a funeral reference with names and a date around April 19. unreadable segments obscure full details. The readable portion mentions a memorial event and a person named Stacey and a Lowise or Louise with a rapped arm, but key facts are missing.
The story notes Maine’s favored status in the waning phase of a prominent figure, with references to Lazares hospitals and the intent to notify relatives and friends through a forthcoming hearing. Names and exact details are unclear due to damaged text.
A local youth group presents a patriotic program titled Story of America. The Crown Corset fantasy group participates in a themed event showcasing civic pride and community talent.
The readable items discuss a musical event and a health claim, mentioning an orchestra and a statement about mouth hygiene. Entities appear garbled with no clear event, date, or participants. The fragment lacks coherent facts to form a complete news item.
Citizens attend the hearing on Stratford's proposed nonpartisan town manager plan. The draft charter envisions a full time, non political central executive appointed by the council, with power to hire and fire department heads and oversee municipal operations. Representatives from Stratford Republican groups and taxpayers clubs participated, asking questions about oversight and length of terms.
A conservative Japanese newspaper reports Admiral indicates Japan does not seek a US style arms race. He says Japan’s eight year old battleships and cruiser program could be slowed after securing an accord on curtailment, and that broader world opinion should guide reduction talks.
Milford opens bids from five construction firms for highwy improvements. First Selectman M Chee will announce the lowest bidder next Monday. Public hearing set April 10 at town hall to discuss proposed layout, drainage, and property effects.
Contributions keep coming after the Irish drive ended with expected totals around 600. Donors include Mr and Mrs Thomas Nees Carr Florida Balen 10 and Margaret Milcriel among others. Contributions support community efforts and various groups such as nurses and synod funds.
A fragmented article questions the banning of offal such as sweetbreads liver and kidney in diets. It notes liver tissue contains unique vitamins and proteins of quality, challenging the notion that these foods are universally harmful and suggesting careful examination of dietary stigma.
The Bridgeport Paradise Green line announces a five cent fare due to the industrial depression. Buses operate from Park Avenue Bridgeport to Stratford and Paradise Green.
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