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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Aug 15, 1923
Page
37
A quoted fragment reflects a plea for isolation and a search for a place where one could be completely cut off from the world, proposing a telephone booth as a possible shelter in a stock helm context. The line hints at distress and desire for remoteness within a historical newspaper fragment.
The piece notes a fading pastime as Buenos Aires youth abandon long standing outdoor flirtations for sport. It highlights women joining in, the rise of golf tennis swimming track and polo, and mentions immigrant influence and the push toward an Argentine Feminine Athletic Federation under President Alvear’s sports emphasis.
Fragmentary account shows students inattentive as questions from a professor called out a front row student. The old man on the platform pressed for a definition then declared the student would know the answer once they did the work.
The article describes a forthcoming East Wall yacht meet in New London with New York meat and Indian bear clubs competing for the eagle interscholastic honors. It notes sprints and long distance events across classes with weather and harbor conditions, plus a later parade and decorative ceremonies on the grand river bridge.
Fire chief Daniel G. Jonnson announced new postings as younger firefighters shift posts to match duties. Transfers include Cantino Nicholas Horan to Engine No. 1, Willy Capua to Engine No. 7, Leo Shaughness to Cr. No. 1, George Gill to Hose No. 3, John Clincy from Truck No. 2 to Phenien No. 1, and Augustus Thinnod to Truck No. 2. Other moves: Parke from Truck No. 2 to Engine Co. No. 10, Ndwiard Thompson from Engine No. 4 to Engine No. 7, Jeb H. Weird to Truck No. 2, Killern from Truck No. 2 to Engine No. 10, Edwin W Thorten to Truck No. 2.
The Tate ride with exercises under the auspices of the State Education observed the centenary of the founding of America’s first normal school. Speakers urged development of education that shall allow a child to grow both morally and mechanically.
A Negro minister confronted members of his parish over gambling with cards and money. He admitted fault and declared his sins while seeking forgiveness.
Local retailers join a Fall promotion offering prizes for the best advertisements about items including Neponset Rug Spector’s Jewelry piano and Griffion clothing. Contest features include a $50 suit and a $5000 Kyanize products reward for top ad copy submitted by August 17.
Advertisers present special priars offers for articles to be judged by regular judges. Ads must be sent to the advertisers, not the paper, with results passed on by the judges.
A fragmented list details multiple sponsors offering prizes for best newspaper advertisements. Entries mention Hatchway Union Suits, Lady Katherine silk hosiery, Kum-A-Parct cuff links, Evaporated Milk, Phrosto products, Minerva Yarn, Mother's Bread, and Hershey style chocolates, with per item prize hints and suppliers such as Jonan Flermane Co and Rockwell Co.
Joon El Keane and Co features a six thousand ninety dollar Mallory Hat in the nest ad campaign. The listing highlights a premium headpiece destined for fashion markets and brand promotion.
Bridgeport Post Telegram outlines rules for Zain Adwriting Contest. Writers who are not professionals may submit ideas on poster sized cards with name on back, ad on top, and judge committee will pick weekly winners. Prizes include up to $500. entries become advertiser property.
A cluttered advert lists BUICK automobiles, First National Bank, druggists, electrical appliances, flour, milk, planos and pianos, restaurants, sporting goods, coffee and cocoa, theatres, and a printing house. It mentions Barnum addresses and company names like The Arthur L. Clark Co, Mechs Electric Equipment Co, Mitchell Dairy Co, and Standard Print Stops, with assorted consumer offerings and brands.
Milford Chamber of Commerce votes against annexation to New Haven or Bridgeport phone lines saying Milford subscribers would face higher tolls if separated from to the two cities. The group favors retaining the present system and seeks arbitration on anthracite coal issues, with plans for August 20 outing and road safety concerns referred to civic committee.
Fragment from Minneapolis Tribune shows dialogue about a neighbor named Mary Smith who had recommended someone for a situation. The exchange mentions wet weather and a courteous response reflecting the local social scene and employer expectations.
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