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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Aug 30, 1923
Page
10
Bridgeport Telegram lists subscription by mail with annual and weekly options and notes daily publication with Sunday edition. Published by The Post Publishing Co at 5 Middle Street Bridgeport Connecticut, open daily and nightly.
A collection of fragmented editorial notes and satire references touching figures like Wooda Nevins, Palm Beach, and the president’s early morning walks. Observations include social vice, taxes, automotive wealth, and a playful jab at a sheriff fight, with mentions of the secret service and early European travel.
The forecast calls for fair weather and moderate temperatures in New England on Thursday and Friday. A disturbance over Ontario shifted northeast, clearing several Mississippi regions, with showers in parts of the Atlantic area in the past 24 to 48 hours. High pressure remains in the central valleys with a generally fair to unsettled pattern expected through the eastern half of the country.
Almanac notes provide tide calculations for the Telegram. It lists high and low water times and levels, indicating expected coastal conditions for the day. Major elevations, moon phase, and navigation tips accompany the data for mariners and observers.
An observed aurora shows a whitish arc at the northern horizon forming a curtain like structure. Beams move westward and brighten, sometimes reddening, with rapid changes and distant crown or wings effect. Occasional strong red bands appear, fading toward the south, with notes of irregular auroral clouds and increasing activity expected later in the year.
The piece ridicules Klan hype in Stamford Norwalk and Bridgeport papers calling out sensational reporting. Darien leader George N Phileus is quoted praising editorial ties to the Klan while denouncing the supposed high-Klan presence among Bridgeport journalists.
A discussion on efforts to simplify Bible language since the King James era. Noted are The Heart of the Bible The Soul of the Bible and Kent Moffatt translations. Authors argue modern English can aid readability while preserving original vernacular and cultural impact.
The piece argues boys read for thrills and urges authors and sponsors to deliver exciting juvenile fiction akin to classic adventure series. It praises Hex Scouts for promoting engaging reading and notes a $100,000 donor supports better books to attract young readers.
President Coolidge plans no tariff changes before careful deliberation based on tariff commission recommendations. He argues the flexible Murdner-McCumber act safeguards consumers and notes current conditions do not require revolt against tariffs. He cites sugar price issues as evidence against altering rates and defends protection for American workers and manufacturers.
Victor Wood Ferris longtime editor of the Norwalk Hour and sports critic, buried after a Riverside cemetery funeral with a military guard from the American Legion and Veterans of Foreign Wars. He led a 26 year tenure at the Norwalk Hour, formerly South Norwalk Daily News editor, and served as Norwalk councilman and civic leader. He was a World War veteran and active in veteran groups and local clubs.
A high school youth, John Combs, was killed while hiking with friends near a woods. He reportedly slipped while handling a revolver in his right hand, causing it to discharge. The incident occurred during a birthday hike as he sought a rest stop.
London reports the sub base commandant assigned to Turkey, with details indicating his transfer and successor. The report notes the commandant will command from the area near the United States submarine division, with limited context and several unclear phrases.
An aged prose meditation by Henry Van Dyke appears here as a fragmentary excerpt. The text evokes themes of temptation confession and moral struggle through a narrative voice and classical imagery. It reads like a reflective vignette with archaic phrasing and reverent tone.
A fragmented quiz column lists questions and brief answers on topics from architecture to politics. It mentions church spires, a fictional author Roberts Rinehart, a half mast flag during a presidential inauguration, succession rules if Congress is in session, major world dramatic figures, the Icelandic origin of geyser, climate belts in the United States, and improper fuel for coal oil.
An exhausted village scene shows farmers debating tillage and weather, merchants lament taxes, and politicians loom in fear while clutter of talk drowns poetry. Readers yearn for earnest discussion of Tolstoy Shakespeare and Bertha, yet chatter Prevails.
The essay traces a parent's evolving role as children gain independence. It discusses letting go, maintaining contact through letters and visits, and the emotional toll of watching offspring forge their own paths. It emphasizes balancing guidance with freedom and the ongoing parent child connection.
Fragmented OCR evokes a nostalgic rural scene with harvest imagery and tranquil places. It hints at a longing for calm away from stress, referencing orchards, paths, and old roads as a lure to simpler times. The text blends scattered lines that resemble a poem about peace and memory.
Mrs J W Bogersen of 342 Suttee etyeer received the first air mail letter via the California route. The letter from her brother H to Seal of Berkeley was stamped in San Francisco August 24. Postmark in New York indicated train power 2 yp. August. The letter arrived Saturday afternoon, too late for delivery until Monday morning.
A man was arrested by local police and turned over to Stratford authorities on a theft charge involving apples from Joseph Plaskonvak of 144 Revk ahseine. He was held in bonds of 30 dollars for a morning hearing in Stratford Town Court.
Readers ask about weaning timing and feeding after weaning. Proper hygiene and fresh foods are urged, with gradual meals: orange juice, prune juice, cereal, milk or broth, baked potato, soft egg, and toast. Weight guidance given. vision and eye care questions answered by Dr Copeland.
The excerpt suggests cramps from knees to ankles may stem from fallen arches or rheumatism. An orthopedist exam can confirm if arch supports are needed. It requests a self addressed envelope for further questions and details.
Wallace Walt of Stamford sues autoist William Genovese of Bramfa for $3,000 in damages. The suit, brought on behalf of minor Willis Pelcalt, alleges a collision caused by a car driven by Sno Wy Fleury on Atlantic Street 8 Ford, July. The action is set for trial in Superior Court Tuesday.
An 1843 Evening paper recounts a man and woman passing by Water Street and Fly Market when tobacco juice sprayed from a second floor window. The scene recalls earlier mischief when a boy was hit by a brick from a passing window. The piece ends with admonition to chewers to spare doors windows and glassware.
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