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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Dec 02, 1921
Page
7
A fragmentary passage questions a New York jury’s judgment in an art debate over beauty. It notes alleged claims by Gertrude Eggar and references a jury ruling about artistic form, while hinting at public opinion and the role of judges in determining value.
Fraternal Editor announces meetings and date changes for several orders in Bridgeport area. Daughters of America, Knights of Pythias, International Union, and others hold gatherings at multiple local lodges and halls including 481 State Street and 150 Lee Street. A loyalty lodge luncheon and degree ceremonies are planned at Par Avenue and 104 Sinclair Street with charter presentations and grand lodge officer honors.
A panicked planning note outlines a national effort to mobilize schoolchildren in a mailing drive. General Will I. Bass directs teachers to instruct students in the new Christmas package distribution plan, stressing added efficiency and post office weight limits.
A transcribed report notes inconsistent wages in Russia under current conditions. A typical worker earns about 49,000 rubles monthly, plus varied perquisites such as food, transport, clothing allowances, and theater tickets. Many hold multiple government jobs with free bread, while others supplement income through side work. the piece observes shifts in labor markets under Bolshevik rule and rising trading acuity.
Mass Dec 1 a plan moves carnations and roses directly from grower to lapel and retail florists to form the nation’s largest flower market. The public sale opens after nine a m daily to prevent waste as surplus blooms are moved from old urban buildings to brighten markets and offer guaranteed fresh stems on commuting routes.
New York on December 1 reports Dr Stephen Smith founder of the New York Health Department advises reading many newspapers to stay young. He reads six papers daily, even murders, and keeps a daily routine though recently his walks have diminished from eight miles to less.
Passaic surgeon Dr. Maurice Korshel will be the speaker at the Philosophical Society meeting Wednesday evening December 7. His subject is titled Miracle or a Mistake and the renowned author is noted for his popular medical books and prominence in the field.
A promotional message extols Kellogg's Bran as a natural cleanser for constipation, arguing pills and cathartics worsen conditions. It claims bran regular use relieves constipation, improves complexion and breath, and offers versatile breakfast uses for permanent relief and better health.
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