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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Aug 04, 1926
Page
10
The Bridgeport Telegram notes a Bridgeport Common Council ordinance banning debris and broken glass on public beaches to protect bathers. It cites fines of ten dollars per violation and highlights injuries from glass and metal waste, urging beachgoers to keep areas clean for public safety.
A New Jersey murder case prompts critique of a midnight arrest of a widow amid a heavy police, state attorney, and detective presence. The piece argues the dramatic showing was unnecessary and harmed due process, noting four years passed before arrest and questioning the authorities’ handling and motives.
Fragmentary OCR reveals critique of authorities over a murder inquiry. A teen returning to a gentleman discusses a vial and Scotland bound scenes while autopsy doctors were not summoned to testify before the Grand Jury. The writer condemns the handling as a first class exhibition of not wanting to know the facts.
Report states Susanne Lengten, once a leading amateur star, will surrender amateur status to accept professional earnings. The move positions her as a top tennis figure with ongoing income potential, changing her career trajectory and likely affecting future competition.
Josephine Anderson steps into city clerk duties as Jane Anderson-Weldon resigns. The State Central committee meets in Farmington to set dates for the state convention caucuses and primaries, with an early September forecast. Local aldermen show mixed unity on governance as national and state political chatter blends with city notes.
A 1926 speech argues that American living standards are the world’s highest and protectionist tariffs must work to preserve them. It asserts exports surpass imports, praises American industry and science, and envisions a global rise in living standards as trade barriers fall.
Fragmented verse describes music and love aligning harmoniously. The speaker imagines the violin, cello, and strings awakening joy, bringing beauty and a broad path through life. The text is incomplete with garbled lines but centers on love inspiring musical harmony.
A 1926 reflection on Jack Johnson and the saying there is no dough in fighting in cellars. The piece cites court battles over fortunes and Lincoln’s advice to avoid litigation, urging compromise to save money and avoid legal fights.
A local political tale describes Pumpkin City’s bid for a pro business mayor. James McHrindel Brown, praised as honest and capable, is elected but soon faces detractors who question his motives and record. After threats and disruption he resigns, ending the hopeful administration and triggering renewed caution about future office seekers.
The Rev Dr Cadman answers readers about why those raised from the dead did not reveal heavenly glories, arguing spiritual education unfolds one lesson at a time. He urges prudent economy in public life, cites President thrift, and notes how clear pronunciation and humor aid a preacher’s effect.
A garbled collection of sayings touching ambition, romance, thrift, and social wit. It notes promotions earned by prompt action, night school sacrifices, near-misses in love, and aims to save money. It mentions femininity, privacy, and the idea that aluminum comprises about 15 percent of world solid substances.
An analysis of the first session of the 69th Congress shows how every tax dollar funds wars, veterans care, pensions, and the executive branches. It details how departments like War Navy and Treasury consume most of spending while others pay for enforcement, interest, and miscellaneous revenues.
The forecast shows fair to warm conditions across New England and New York on Wednesday and Thursday. Disturbances move from western Quebec toward the St Lawrence Basin while high pressure dominates the central regions, bringing light winds from the southwest to westerly, with mostly fair skies and moderate temperatures in the mid Atlantic and northern states.
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