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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Dec 11, 1922

Page

10

Pericles and the Greek Golden Age Amid Turbulent War

The piece surveys ancient Greece after Plato, tracing a long peace era followed by the Peloponnesian War. It highlights Athens under Pericles, the civic and cultural flourishing, and the emergence of Macedonian power, noting how war tested but did not erase Greece’s intellectual peaks. It emphasizes literature, philosophy, and art as core enduring legacies.

Athens Spark Greece Athena Sparta Thebes Persia Philip Macedonia Salamis Tlatnen Gilpert Murray Pericles Plato Matthon Athins Alexander the Great Athenian General Assembly Amon Gulffre Cladstone Lincoln Capa

Johnston May Be Ranked Above Bill Tilden In US Ranking

The United States Lawn Tennis Association executive committee will meet next month to discuss the annual player rankings. Johnston is favored to be placed above Tilden despite Tilden's national championship win, with debate centering on performance judgments and season results.

United States Lawn Tennis Association William M. Johnston William . Tilden Formston Cirlses Tiklen Liis Yen Johnston Richards Filden Germantown ZoKneton Tilden Brevest Providence Jahmstlon Tohnson Oye Anderson Patterson

Rook Pitched Fragment From Historical Page

Fragmentary OCR reads as a description of a trim feature and distinctive pattern on a historical item, mentioning an arrow hand of moleskin era and pale finish. readable details include vague references to colors and textures but no clear event, person, or place.

New Railroad King Rising in Middle West Rail Lines

Cleveland December report profiles James J Van Sweringen rising as a railroad magnate. He consolidates three midwest lines into NY Chicago & St Louis Western holdings, targeting about 1725 miles of track and a national power through a Cleveland union station project costing up to 50 to 60 million. His brother Mantus J. stands with him as he builds rapid transit links, faces obstacles, and projects a future linked to Hariman or B THA THGR FRINGE.

Cleveland James J. Hil Middle West Oris P. van Swerinsen New York Lake Erie & Western Union Chia van Sweringen Ie Union Tarme Mantis J Shaker Helwats Gulony Shakers Var. Swerngen Interstate. ‘Commerce ‘Commission van Swergin Union Mation Jen Shuker Heights Pet Mantis I van ‘Sworingen Pwolg Vari Sweringen Hariman

Doubles and reversible wraps shape current fashion

The piece highlights doubles as a strong fashion appeal with reversible wraps and tracks that can be doubled. Wraps feature broad ytheth and bur on the reverse, while the one-piece slip forms the daytime look and converts into an informal evening gown when paired with a tiered tunic.

Sandal styles return in dining room fashion

Footwear trends show a ban on sandal types for street wear, yet they remain popular in the dining room. Some new sandals lack a center strap and feature a toe-front section fitting like a mule.

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Detroit Seeks Leadership In National Game

Detroit and national sports coverage notes the Tigers aim for the 1928 American League pennant. Manager Navin predicts the strongest pitching rotation in club history, with newcomers Colling Johnson and pitchers Pilette and Pratt shaping the staff. Existing stars Haney Jones Rigney Clute Woodall and an improving outfield are cited as key components for a better season than 1922.

Detroit Dec Joyaly Detroit Tigers Tigers Frank Navin Stiaind Gage Navin Rip’ Colling Boston Howard Bhieke Ilvester Jatnson Herman Pilette Johnson Presic Coast League Cellins Nha Det Pratt Blue

Harvard Boston Contract Set to Last One Thousand Years

A Boston City to Harvard University accord dated decades back allegedly runs 950 years with renewals for 7000 year terms. The Arnold Arboretum in Jamaica Plain is described as joining the public park system under Harvard college administration after a 1009 year draft. The city maintains walls and guards while Arboretum representatives have toured five continents gathering plant specimens.

Boston City of Harevard University Arnold Arboretum Jamaica Plain C. && Sarpent Arboretum Arboretum, Which Has Raatry Hotautets

The Girl in the Corner Apartment Drama

Cynthia Brent, Ruby Allison, and Alec Kerr navigate a tangled studio triangle with artist Quentin Gray. Ruby leans on glamour and flirtation while Alec schemes for stability, as Cynthia works and longs for a home.

Cynthia Brent New York Indy Ruby Allison S EC Alance Alec Kerr Ruby Quentin Gray Ruby Ellen Wie Reeps Toz Cynthia Murray Stewart Seaty Violet Gereold Murray Alison Quentin Gray Sahara Quentin Grey Rury Rheba Solomon Roby Clancy Clapham Wiies Jan Dreas

Torrington Man Dies After Falling Into Coal Chute

Fra civco Balint of this town was fatally injured when he fell into a coal chute on a railroad siding near Torrington. He died from a skull fracture while being rushed to the chartered hospital. A companion said they stepped aside as the train approached but Boll stumbled into the chute in darkness. Balint leaves a wife and three children.

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Paris fashion notes on gowns and fabrics in forecast

Paris designers predict an evening free from strict rules as gowns of color and brocade return. The forecast highlights long skirts, vibrant cloth, and the revival of luxurious textures in upcoming collections.

Marriage as a Mode in a Religious Adoption Rite

A Japanese woman joins her husband’s religious cult through adoption by his family. She must revere her husband’s ancestors as her own, while her former family’s rites fade. The house becomes solemn as the separation deepens amid the death and ritual observance.

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