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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Dec 13, 1927
Page
12
Bridgeport Telegram outlines subscription rates and service scope with daily publication across departments. It notes advertising contact options, a subscription reminder, and claims Audit Bureau of Circulation membership with Associated Press rights.
An Anti-Saloon League banquet honors Mr. 88 Kresge with a $500,000 gift amid cheers. A day later critics portray him as hypocritical, funding prohibition while selling homebrew gear through his stores. The piece argues the motive is commercial gain, not moral stance, and questions the League’s acceptance of tainted funds while urging clearer motives.
A debate over diverting tributaries of the Connecticut River to supply Boston raises questions of interstate river control and rights. The piece argues federal jurisdiction may be needed, endorsing Connecticut’s position morally while acknowledging Massachusetts’ water needs.
Senator George P. McLean ends his long tenure as chair of the banking and currency committee signaling he will not seek reelection in 1924. A Connecticut political veteran, he began public service over 40 years ago and, at 79, plans a private life in Limebury, leaving a strong legacy.
In letters and opinion pieces, Professor Cornelius rebuts Katherine Mayo's Mother India, arguing British rule harmed India economically and oppressed workers. In Connecticut, a plan to form a state organization to aid crippled children grows from Newington Home efforts, aiming to identify and assist all affected youths through public and private partnerships. The Courant urges action, noting surveys imply thousands may be affected, and praises coordinated care over a state institution.
Sir Joynson-Hicks defends British rule as a commercial outlet while acknowledging moral complexity. The piece contrasts “Mother India” portrayal by Katherine Mayo with white supremacy fears, noting conquerors tout infrastructure while the conquered lose liberties.
A muted claim says Hoover sent a sign declaring a bigger and better fish to the national game conference held in New York last week. The United States reportedly numbers 10,050,000 fishermen across the nation.
Hartford Courant reports Bridgeport police hunt a serial stabber who has wounded 86 women in 33 months. The chief closes line duty and enlists fire department aid while urging women to scream and residents to assist. Prosecutors may debate insanity defenses upon capture.
Readers are invited to submit signed letters with proper names and addresses. Anonymous contributions are discouraged and confidentiality can be arranged if desired. Letters over 390 words may be shortened at the editor’s discretion to fit space.
A reader defends Scotch identity and lawfulness addressing an editorial misinterpretation of a New Jersey case. The note questions the use of a Scotch verdict term and explains that in Scotland the verdict not proven can occur when evidence is inconclusive.
New York column notes Union club's decline as Fifth Avenue shifts fashion. Three aging gentlemen in silk hats symbolize exclusivity, with vivid vignettes of streets, social shifts, and mentions of Gene Tunney, Jimmy Walker, and New Year festivities. A reflective portrait of old New York facing change.
A reflective piece on happiness as the purchase price of contentment and the serenity found in not envying others. It contemplates a tall man who wanes and the world’s debt of living, framed as an attitude of ind.
Colonel Leonard S. Horner resigns as chair of the New Haven Air board after years of active service since 1922. Mayor Tower accepts the resignation. Stamford budget for the board of purchase and supply totals 7699.34 dollars as visiting members studied the city’s department methods.
A poem discusses a statesman who twists the British lion s tail to rile crowds and win applause while voters cheer. It notes politicians struggle to engage audiences, yet resort to portraying Britain as a foe to stir patriotism and rally support through fear, taxes, and farm concerns.
A commentary on public contests and prizes from beauty to oratory, noting absurd competitions at county fairs and the West worker’s ethos. It discusses prize value, fame, and the limits of achievement, citing examples like Lindbergh and Shakespeare while urging focus on personal excellence.
Clinton W. Gilbert recounts a Washington Sunday at the White House where Tumulty once eased formalities. A correspondent sought a story but found a string of amusing incidents instead including a pet possum, a basement church fire, and a lightning strike on the guard steeple. The would be scoop faded as the writer left empty handed.
In a letter from Calgary Canada readers query whether mountains inspired reverence or warned of menace. The Rev Dr Vaikes Catman responds on faith, science, and tradition citing Genesis, Princeton, and Catholic views while urging unity among believers and patience for future clarity.
Yale University reports its 420 million endowment now at 19 175 242 as campaign enters final three weeks. George Parmly Day announces 3 5 million in principal gifts and 83 5 million for memorials. National drive aims 824 758 by January 2 to reach 62 6 million in subscriptions.
Richard C Pierce son of the Easthampton Rubber Thread general manager and Joseph Tatro were severely burned at the Rubber Thread company plant. A heavy pressure of steam from a vulcanizer scalded them in the same manner as three men killed on November 24. They were taken to Northampton hospital.
In Trumbull on December 12 Mrs. Albert H. Christ and Mrs. Emma Hallock attended a New York trip. Twenty five members joined the final Parent Teacher Association meeting and discussed Mrs. Hitt’s class project The Castle of St Angelo to remain one more month. Firemen’s reunion planned Tuesday evening at the firehouse. Home Demonstration Agent Miss Helen L Clark will visit Mrs L M Matthais on Wednesday at 2 pm with talk on Annulment of Kitchens. Mrs Beverly Wyus ill at home. Teachers Miss Holt and Miss Carlson noted news from Norwalk and Washington Donn. Women’s Community Club meets this afternoon at the firehouse with hosts Mrs Christie and Mrs Rollin Burton.
The forecast indicates increasing clouds for Tuesday with a cooler night, and similar trends for eastern New York and Northern New England including rain and cooler nights. A disturbance moves from Ontario toward Newfoundland with high pressure in the southeast and Bermuda. Tuesday should be warmer in New England, with rain expected east of the Mississippi Wednesday, and winds from the northeast to east along the coast with varying speeds.
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