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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Dec 26, 1918
Page
8
Poem reflects on gifts beyond money asking for comfort and relief for the distressed. It envisions words of sympathy, a helping hand, and a smile as true Christmas gifts that spread through grace to form a sea of brotherhood.
A jumbled morning column reflects on Christmas leftovers and Christmas gifts, fashion notes, and civic topics. It notes moustache styles, the czar’s fate, Berlin army behavior, the Kaiser, and a waning year as politicians adjust to new methods. It quips about Mrs Wilson’s gowns and Villa’s branding.
A reflection argues that returning soldiers and sailors will reintegrate without widespread disorder. It cites historical examples from Civil War and earlier wars, noting ample job opportunities, and praising the discipline and initiative instilled by military service as a boon for postwar society.
The Hartford Courant notes William Bayard Hale’s decline from a full column in last year’s Who’s Who to a single line in the present issue. It hints at past German sympathies and wartime writings, suggesting his fall from grace and pondering whether his name will return to prominence or fade from memory.
A columnist laments the winter weather and suggests Congress investigate the weather maker. They claim the previous season favored the enemy and mock the current conditions, urging action against the man behind the climate and joking about wartime rivals and a surrendered German fleet plan.
The sixth division of the grand fleet returns from war, with American ships arriving in New York and across the country. The article lauds Perry Hull Farragut and Dewey, noting the fleet’s presence deterred the German forces and helped secure victory.
President Wilson travels to Britain today and is assured of a stirring welcome. The plain people expect sincere recognition of his aims and believe his services to the world are substantial. He seeks broad American approval for his policies and hopes others will align with his thinking.
Devon reports total Red Cross enrollment near 2650 townwide with 1500 in Devon and praise for canvass teams led by Judge Norman Buckingham and Mrs. George Secor. Fire board reappoints chiefs, approves new relay alarm and storage rules, and outlines district response plans as towns prepare for upcoming General Assembly ordinances. Christmas party honors six year old Josephine Evarts. funeral set for Mrs Ellen Brown Stirk. several local service members home for holidays.
Newport R I December 25 Naval entertainment at the naval training station brightened Christmas for families of sailors at sea and on land. A Christmas tree in Destroyer Hall and a marching line of children opened events. A 100 member hospital corps chorus sang carols while nurses distributed gifts at the naval hospital. Choirs from city churches provided music as the wheel of joy rolled through wards.
Georgetown and Little Boston residents share Christmas news from Stamford to Norwalk. Messages report births, engagements, military service notes, village visits, and church entertainments with G. M. C. and M. E. church events, plus a France casualty announced for Arvid Johnson.
Washington reports government experts warn war has depleted radium, the vital luminous material for watches and military instruments. Demand grows as mesothorium from sand is explored, with limited extracts and high costs. Radium still aids cancer treatment, but supplies are scarce and costly.
Clark Childs and Co. report holiday business will be restricted as Liberties pricing adjusts and inventories shift. Missouri Pacific stock draws attention with a 5 percent dividend forecast, while doubts linger on extra maintenance credits and equity within the railroad system.
Six year old Stella Zenkwich suffered possible collarbone fracture and abrasions to the right arm and left leg after being struck by an automobile near her residence at 574 Hallett Street early Tuesday afternoon. The car was driven by Benjamin Berrien of the houseboat Coret. The child was treated at Emergency Hospital and returned home.
Police scour New Haven for two autos stolen early yesterday from the same Elm City garage. A Hudson Super Six bare Connec Unt with license 3755 and a Kissel Kar with Meeriss plates 13878 were taken.
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