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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Apr 22, 1920
Page
10
An experimental prose piece by John Kena titled Amine? Chg unfolds through dream imagery and visionary scenes. The narrator entwines night and dawn as they pursue imagined unions and the rise of a crafted, symbolic figure.
A fragmented, era tone column surveys varied topics from weather and politics to culture. It mentions upcoming events like a concert by Paderewski and a San Remo conference observer, headlines on rebellion and taxation, and notes about U S Congress pay, elections, and a New York arrest for theft of a dress. The piece half-derives from multiple items with biting, opinionated undertones.
Poem recounts months of dusty weather and failed harvests, then a heavy rainfall bringing relief. It portrays farmers' frustration with drought, the weather's impact on crops, and community hope as the storm finally lifts spirits. The tone mirrors a satirical daily jingle.
War correspondent Breteric Palmer warns a permanent peace is unlikely under current conditions. He argues the United States lacks a clear policy and warns that drift and indecision risk renewed conflict or revolution across Europe if the nation does not act.
On Shakespeare’s enduring influence, this piece notes how phrases like to be, or not, the world’s wealth of expression owe to him. It recalls famous lines and quotes and celebrates how even modern speech carries his imprint, proving “the GOOD that men do lives after them.”
Senator Pain Dexter, eyeing the presidential race, likens the league of nations to a rattlesnake. He argues peace relies on world covenants, noting no foolproof treaty exists yet insists the league aims to avoid wars and gives warning before battles. He proposes a code of honor closer to man's.
Bryn Manor College experts, under the American Medical Association, argue old straw hats better shield eyes than curved shaded visors. They note curved shades cause eye strain and glare, recommending a broad flat shade with dull white linings for safer, clearer vision.
A garbled OCR snippet references a feeling of loss of confidence, fear, and a visit to a paper depot or needed home scene. It hints at a late afternoon event with a three-point score but lacks clear names, dates, places, or concrete actions. The readable parts convey confusion rather than a coherent news item.
A fragment from the Bridgeport Standard describes a London days travel by Rev M H Pogson to England on June 6 or 29, a sharpie owned by Lester Rowe built at Fair Haven, and Captain Lewis sailing from Fair Haven amid heavy seas. It notes the sixth list anniversary of Gold Fellowship and Wilson America observance in North Bridgeport, a disturbance leading to Wilson's arrest and release for lack of evidence, and references to Dante Gacey’s steamboat excursions. Telegraph and telephone notes include Yalephon Company administrative news, a Missouri Telephon Co offer, and police reports on robberies in Bridgeport and New York.
Fragmented OCR notes describe postwar Britain’s debts, trade revival, and a banker’s view on U S lessons. Mentions Guaranty Trust Co President Francis Sisson, British export growth in 1919, and trade comparisons with the United States. Also references Presbytery meetings, local obituaries, and warship discussions amid a jumble of unrelated items.
The New Haven event showcases drawings from the free drawing school taught by Julian T. Sterlag during the past winter. The exhibition opens tomorrow at St John’s lower hatte, with the students and faculty invited to attend.
A fragment from a May 1840 poem collection evokes a still spring morn with birds, buds, and quiet woodland sounds. The piece contemplates lovers in the hush of nature and a solitary inner prayer, ending with the attribution Hartley Coleridge.
A compact quotation from Gilpin urging decisive action. The line cautions that if a task is right it should be done boldly, while if it is wrong it should be left undone, reflecting a call for principled resolve.
Mrs Augstug Dramin Porter wife of the Susfier us ed third deputy polies commissioner testifies in her defense alleging Porter was at home on the night of November 12 and not at the raided apartment. Prosecution and defense clash as witnesses place Porter with another woman near the time of the incident.
At an annual convention in New York April 21 Frank P. Gls, president of the Newspaper Publishers Association, warned publishers must cut newsprint use to avoid harsher conditions next fall and winter. He blamed publishers for inflating demand by bidding aggressively for advertising, even with slim profits.
A telegram from Major Eugene PF. Kinkead, acting as chairman of the New Jersey State committee for Irish independence, protests Sir Alec Geddes being named British ambassador, calling him an ambassador from Ireland and advocating for an Irish republican government amid postwar debates on self-determination. The missive claims a 600,000 strong Irish-American membership and accuses Geddes of breaking American principles by acting contrary to the republic.
April 21 The American Brass company unit in Ansonia reopened with 2500 employees reporting for work while about 1600 remained out. It is believed that roughly 800 of those on strike have left the key, signaling a broader return to work than expected.
Washington April 21 The Navy Department asked for additional bids on coal after rejecting most bids opened last week. Some bids rose as high as 142 dollars above base prices set on April 2. Officials said operators promised more satisfactory tenders for the next opening on May 13.
The Telegram Information Bureau in Washington D C under Frederico J Haskin answers readers questions. State questions briefly and enclose a self addressed return postage stamp. Inquiries are confidential and free except for the 2 cent return postage.
This item presents scattered Q and A snippets from a historical column. Topics include prewar American merchant shipping versus domestic carriage, Sahara desert size versus the United States, Deborah the Israeli judge, Canadian veteran retraining, Philippine roadways, plankton definitions, Britain’s alcohol expenditures, the Blarney Stone, toucans, U.S. cotton exports in 1984, and evidence of ancient glaciation in the United States with notes on glacial remnants.
English engineer Sir Charles Parsons says Earth can supply limitless heat and power by drilling four to five miles down to tap geothermal energy. He envisions sinking a shaft to access natural heat within the crust to meet future energy demands.
Following the retirement of David QGoncor, Jacob Mueller is named City Hall Building superintendent. He assumed duty yesterday amid a period of transition and health concerns surrounding the former leader.
Washington April 31 private bankers won a funding amendment to the Clayton act allowing them to become officers in foreign banking corporations. The measure passed the House and is sent to the Senate for consideration.
Springfield April 21 The Chapman Valve Manufacturing Company announced a 16 percent stock dividend on the company's common stock. The declaration was made today.
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