Bridgeport Telegram's Historic City Press Details
Fragmentary notice from the Bridgeport Telegram referencing establishment, address at 40 Middle St Bridgeport. It notes daily publication except Sunday, phone, and circulation audit mentions. The garbled text includes boilerplate about Associated Press and foreign ad reps, typical of a 20th century newspaper masthead.
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Payadla
the Post
Middle St. Bridgeport
Psonn
Melephons Barnum
Editorial Notes Chaos and quirks in a morning page
A quirky collection of jokes and aphorisms headlines a morning page. Bits reference boats, burglars, health, and small town observations with humorous misspellings and malapropisms. The tone suggests a light editorial miscellany.
Weather recast for Bridgeport and vicinity
Fair and warmer on Sunday in the Atlantic states. A high pressure area extended from Lake Superior to Texas, bringing mild temperatures east of the Mississippi. Monday should be generally fair and warmer, with possible showers on Tuesday. Winds from the south along the Atlantic coast.
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Bridgeport
Atlantic States
Lake Superior
Texas
Wes
Avlantic
Atlantic Coast
Sandy Hook
Sandy Honk
Hatteras
Three motorists jailed in Westport crash and arrests
Westport April 16 three arrests for violations of state automobile laws by Sheriff C M Kirk. George Gers, 16 Linwood Ave Brooklyn, charged with reckless driving and fined 26 plus costs. Ernest Bringden 657 Third Ave West Haven charged with reckless driving. case set for Wednesday. Anthony Lutestarski 108 Hancock Ave Bridgeport charged with operating a car with illegal lights. released on own recognizance for Wednesday. A collision on the state highway near the Tea House left a stalled truck in the roadway. James F Rutherford of 10 Smith St Stamford collided with Lloyd Kiteyersyse 500 Putnam Ave Brooklyn. no injuries, both cars badly damaged.
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Sperial
C. M. Kirk
Linwood Avenue
Brooklyn
Judes Joseph Hyatt
Ernestt Bringden
Third Avenue
West Haven
vAnthony Lutestarski
Hancock Avenue
Bridgeport
James F. Rutherford
Smith Street
Stamford
Lioyd Kite Yersyse
Putnam Avenue
Lierary
Penalized for buying sparks controversy over tax laws
The London Daily Express editor Ralph De Blumenfeld faced an income tax of 93.50 in New York for buying machinery, highlighting what critics call bureaucratic blundering under current tax rules. The exchange with a customs official, about business and salary, underscores calls for congressional reform.
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Congress
London Daily Express
Ralph de Blumenfeld
Customs House
New York
United States
Blumenfeld
Europe
Luondor
Adrian Anson remembered as grand old man of baseball
The obituary honors Adrian C. Anson who died in Chicago at seventy, noting his role in early baseball with the Philadelphia Athletics in 1872 and his long record of high batting average. It highlights his influence alongside figures like Spalding, Wagner, Cobb, and Mathewson, and records his feats: 1,663 hits in 8,947 at bats with 596 Missed fielding chances in 22,945 chances as a pioneer who helped shape the sport.
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Adrian C. Anson
Chicago
Philadelphia Athletics
National Association
A. G. Spalding
Honus Wagner
Ty Cobb
Christy Mathewson
A California Heiress Plans charitable marriage with Gates fortune
Miss Debra Angell, aged 20, heiress to John W. Gates, will inherit $25,000,000 at 24. She says she hopes to marry a young American surgeon who aims to run a hospital for the poor, and to employ her wealth to benefit society if the match occurs.
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Debra Angell
California
John W. Gates
Death by own action and gas prices stir editorials
Here and There With the Editor discusses Conan Doyle on suicide and the inescapable reckoning for actions. It notes a belief in procrastination failing to solve problems and cites a Chicago gas price rise impacting national gasoline costs, framing the issue as a matter of personal and economic consequence.
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Sys Conan Doyle
Spiritualism
Doyle
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Spiritualism and Brahmanism in modern thought
The piece cites Conan Doyle on spiritualism and afterlife, contrasts Brahmanism theories with Christian views, mentions ages and reincarnation concepts, then shifts to Al Mineo the clown at Madison Square Garden, noting his age and staged fate as a reflection on aging performers and society’s fear of decline.
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Earth
al Mineo
Madson Square Garden
New York
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Lion Camel
Condemned man’s case attracts Supreme Court review
Fragmentary notes describe a condemned prisoner in Boston amid eerie imagery and outside observers. The narrative hints at a Supreme Court review while public sentiment and confusion swirl around the prison.
German Money Supply and Market Slowdown in Late March
Fragmented report notes Germany added 496.9 million marks to currency in circulation in the last week of March. It mentions prices rising and money lending difficulties amid weak demand, with vague references to the Kamer team and local market conditions.
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Cirewlacton
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Prmanens Minupony Grehe
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No Relief was Mason Bays
A fragmented historical piece laments rising taxes and burdens on ordinary people as tax collectors and officials push heavier levies. It recalls past leaders and voices concern over public spending, urging vigilance against price hikes and political complacency.
House to Resume Adequate Navy Fight Tomorrow
In Washington the House will resume debate on naval personnel funding, with the so called little Navy men to vote on the record. The Saturday committee vote showed near party lines with advocates pressing for 8 000 enlisted personnel while opponents demand 67 080. Leaders say the main fight now centers on maintenance and appropriations for fuel and subsistence as the balance of activities is weighed.
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Hent
Mary
Laure
Rogers
Massachusetta
Dignavy
Seid Rogers
Mondell
Ficor
Navy
Suesday
Jewish Opera To Be Opened In Petrograd
Petrograd April 16 Preparations to establish a permanent Jewish opera in Petrograd have begun, according to an announcement by officials. Russian opera and a ballet were opened here some months ago.
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Petrograd
City Roars Welcome Youth Returning From Adventure
A poetic scene contrasts the city’s roar with youth's fear and bravado. The narrator notes the clamor of streets and the lure of danger, yet promises a welcoming chorus when the rover returns. Strong imagery of city life and the pull of adventure frames a hopeful homecoming.
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Health Hay Fever Advice From Royal Copeland
Commissioner of Health in New York City presents guidance on hay fever timing, symptoms, and treatment. Begin nasal care weeks before expected onset, consider idiosyncrasy and irritants, and consult a nose specialist. health questions answered by L. P. Copeland with personal letters if possible.
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Copeland
AL D
New York City
A. S. Copeland
The Right Start for Children by Angelo Patri
An excerpt arguing for high quality education and enriched learning for children. Emphasizes that investing in fine teachers, literature, art, and thoughtful conduct yields lasting benefits, contrasting with the idea that children are content with lesser resources. The piece uses vivid anecdotes about growth, risk, and aspiration to urge purposeful, well-supported early development.
Granite industry adopts open shop in Denver era
A garbled report describes Granite industry adopting an open shop policy amid wage cuts and employment concerns. It mentions Meliaey, O. Hefner, and memorial craftmen figures, with references to costs, apprentices, and industry-wide impacts on prices and production. The text cites legal and civic figures advocating equity and justice while signaling shifts in labor practices and market dynamics.
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Denver
Cola
Réigood
Ford
Wart and cold sore remedies in old Q and A column
A reader asks how to remove pimples and treat cold sores, while another wonders what causes warts to grow in cold weather. A friendly reply advises drying sores with powder such as boric acid powder and notes numerous theories about warts. The writer mentions past influenza healing and ongoing nervous tremors, seeking guidance.
People's Courts of Russia End Jury Trials
Moscow April 16 The new Soviet criminal code removes jury trials by replacing them with judges assisted by two to six substitutes chosen from trade unions. Revolutionary tribunals retain three judges, all appointed by the Soviets. The state police may detain suspects up to two months without punishment, and defendants may have court appointed or private counsel. Appeals court sits in Moscow.
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People's Courts
Tocai Soviet
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Sale
Ask Questions For readers to inquire via Telegram Bureau
A long, garbled 1920s information request column asks readers to submit questions with names and addresses for return mail. It covers aviation hours, Newark history, rulers of Egypt, American early settlers, postage before stamps, and other trivia with scattered answers from a wide range of topics.
Food Stor ing: Guarding Home Food From Spoilage
The article urges careful home food storage to protect health and efficiency of the family. It notes enemies like pests and yeasts, cites scientific investigations, and promotes a free government pamphlet from the Department of Agriculture about caring for food in the home. Readers can request the publication by mailing the coupon with stamps.
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Washitngton Infermarion Barealy
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