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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Apr 18, 1923
Page
12
Bridgeport Telegram dates back to 1831 with subscription rates shown for one year and a carded mail option. The Post Publishing Co. at 240 Middle St Bridgeport Conn lists Barnum 8109 as a contact. The paper notes Associated Press rights and full daily publication schedule.
A garbled note fragment references Pittsburgh loafers, Bridgeport, Connecticut weather, ice prices, coal cost changes, Babe Ruth, and town campaigns. It hints at civic issues like taxes, road and weather concerns, and public sentiment about governance and utilities, all in a disjointed diary-like style.
The report notes a trough of low pressure over the South Atlantic States and Northern New England with rising temperatures forecast for Wednesday and Thursday areas east of the Mississippi. Expect generally fair weather for midweek, with cooler Atlantic coasts and a warming trend into Friday, and winds from the northwest to northeast along the coast.
Bridgeport community leaders launch a citywide drive to steer children away from dangerous street play amid traffic. Superintendent Cortright supports indoor activities in schools and will hire monitors. police patrols increase to curb the risk of accidents.
H D Brown of 11 Ninterstrest reported the public that his home meter had been tampered with and several quarters extorted, indicating ongoing meter theft activity in the area. Local authorities advised residents to check meters and report suspicious tampering promptly.
The Bridgeport city court and its deputy judge, William B. Boardman and Arthur Comley, may seek another term amid concerns that local courts suffer from political influence. Despite a solid record of public safety under their tenure, calls arise for appointing city court judges by the higher judiciary, as done for state's attorneys.
A national rise in daylight payroll robberies shows organized bands using high powered cars and firearms to ambush workers. Detroit’s recent abortive payroll car hijack highlights the danger and urges decisive countermeasures to prevent a nationwide reign of terror akin to outlaw Jesse James.
A column denounces the marathon dance craze sweeping the country as a distorted mental urge for notoriety fueled by financial gain. It notes film exposure of contestants and labels imitators a public worry, questioning if legislation is the remedy while stressing the toll on neighbors who endure days of continuous music.
The Wisconsin Senate rejected a memorializing resolution urging Congress to amend the Volstead Act to permit sale of light wines and beer. The piece mocks Wisconsin’s anti wet stance and recalls the state’s historic beer fame associated with La Follette era.
Firemen answered a blaze started by the deputy town judge who admitted he had no permit required by law. He claimed ignorance of permits and other ordinances, while the 1923 Connecticut General Assembly moves fast and contemplates many proposed laws rejected, a service to the commonwealth.
An editorial proposes testing the League of Nations in Bridgeport by submitting to its authority the dispute among Bridgeport's municipal boards. The piece notes quarrels among the boards and the Board of Aldermen and suggests a strong pacifier is needed, referencing a blunt remark about using an ax to pacify.
Readers respond to ice price stability and affordability for households. A Ludgewort resident urges street repairs to ease winter damage and traffic, while a writer shares renewed optimism about employment and better days ahead after years of hardship and marriage challenges.
Wael Mason laments spring arrives amid heavy chores and cleaning, noting snowmelt and frenzied housework. He vows to reclaim order, plan repairs, and set tasks for furniture, screens, and pantry while hoping for gentler days ahead.
A heated national debate, centered in Minnesota, challenges the plan to pave the Eky Buyck Highway through Superior National Forest. Proponents argue the route harms regrowth and fire safety, while opponents fear increased fire risk and disruption of wildlife, tourism, and protections within the forest and adjacent refuges.
A compilation of quiz style Q and A covering Mothers Day timing weather and temperature concepts ship firing accuracy Ireland flag pronunciation and ancient astronomy. It notes the meaning of heat in sea water and explains naval fire control and the Ptolemaic model with epicycles and deferents.
A three month aviation report from Raston New York details bi weekly flights over a route from Chanute Field to major cities including Dayton Columbus Washington Cleveland Detroit and New York. Despite delays and challenging weather no fatalities occurred though several pilots faced near misses and equipment issues. Lieutenant Lloyd A Lundell suffered a crash ending his three month run with one eye cut and his aircraft demolished.
A fragmented OCR passage depicts a chaotic school scene with crowded halls, shifting classes, and teachers bent on control. Students move under strict schedules while a tense mood pervades as discipline and order fade into commotion. The narrative centers on a student named Able and the teachers striving to restore routine amid disruption.
From New York health columnist Dr Royal S Copeland explains how getting wet in rain is not dangerous if followed by proper drying and active movement. He urges quick drying, dry clothing, thorough hair drying, and wearing rain gear to enjoy moisture without illness, noting the skin benefits of moisture and advising sensible exposure.
A reader asks about child feeding and constipation with multiple answers. Advice covers giving softened apples or applesauce to a three year old and notes that symptoms may arise from constipation or dental issues. A physician's examination is advised to determine the exact cause.
A Superior court jury awarded Jacob Levine $2500 in a personal injury case against Hezeman Transfer and Lighterage Terminal Inc and EN Smith Meter Trucking Co. A related suit by Samuel Kaufman ended with a hung jury. The verdict came after hours of deliberation and delays for instructions.
A public health notice promotes a free booklet on milk as a vital food. It cites a statistic about bottle fed babies and urges readers to send stamps with name and address to obtain the publication from the Washington Information Bureau.
A notice states two cents postage to request a free copy of the Milk Booklet. The form urges readers to enclose payment with a request for the booklet.
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