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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Dec 26, 1925
Page
3
Wooden ships are praised by veterans who defend sailing craft over steel. A lively Pacific scene shows guardsmen debating naval tech and seaworthiness as new steel vessels face cold Arctic packs and heavy ice pressure warnings.
Northampton Mississippi reports Smith College students earned 12,683 dollars across 115 participants during last summer vacations. Average per student nears 110 dollars with top earners including 300 dollars for teaching and acting, 200 dollars as interior decorator assistant, and 110 dollars packing tea.
A garbled report describes Prince of Wales losing affection from his Cairn terrier Molly during a royal journey. Lady Burton, breeder of the dogs, accompanied the prince as Molly refused to greet him, remaining unhappy and needing to be returned to Lady Burton's kennels.
Ernest and Harry Gribiew twin brothers were wounded on the Western front in World War I. Each lost a left leg after operations totaling nineteen surgeries. The brothers, one year apart in birth, were reunited at a Canadian Amputations Association convention in Winnipeg. Harry resides in Toronto and Ernest in Winnipeg.
A fragmented notice describes a new invention by Johnson of 644 N St Philadelphia claiming dramatic energy and odor reduction with a lamp that uses less kerosene and produces cleaner air. It mentions potential mass distribution and endorsements from universities, though details are unclear due to damaged text.
Detroit dispatch profiles Captain George Tl. Wilkins as the Arctic expedition leader and noted aviator. It charts his rise from Australian sheep ranch life to campaigns in the Balkans, Africa, and World War I, his Arctic and Antarctic work with Stefansson, Shackleton, and the British expeditions, and his ongoing plan for a Pole to Pole flight from Point Barrow toward Rela or the pole.
The government reports more than 1,049 vagrant children in Russia and plans a centralized welfare approach. Moscow and Leningrad are cited as overwhelmed centers with children sleeping on sidewalks. The Central Lenin Fund has contributed millions of rubles to aid vagrants, with ongoing private donations increasing support.
Victoria dispatch describes shift from traditional square-rigged whalers to steamers in the North Pacific. Whaling expands into new markets as by products and fertilizers from whale carcasses. Whale oil and bone meal supply industries from Victorias fleet, with ships from Washington and Oregon ports.
A massive blaze in Washington D C destroyed the Utah Idaho Sugar company warehouse, estimated loss about 800000 dollars. The fire gutted 123000 sacks of sugar valued at 700000 dollars, with the facility representing the entire 1923 output. Officials suspect spontaneous combustion caused the fire.
In Paris Colonel William Boyce Thompson, American banker, has recovered from illness in London and expects to sail back to the United States aboard the French liner Paris. Mrs Thompson, accompanying him, plans a voyage to Arizona for health, with a January sailing noted.
Local church audience will hear a Christmas message from Rev Warren and a pageant titled The Stars That Lead to Christ. The program includes a Star Lovers scene, a candlelight service, and a Saturday dress rehearsal. Also noted are a Scout Christmas party, sewing club gathering, and several family Christmas visits in the community.
Derby police report a morning of crashes with two drivers charged for reckless driving and drunken driving after incidents on New Haven Avenue and developments on Derby streets. Richard Dunne was hit on Elizabeth Street by a car from Ansonia driven by Joseph Thirnaca. both men face charges. A separate crash on New Haven Avenue involved Fred J. Sutter and John A. Kerrigan, with Sutter reportedly under investigation for driving under the influence, bail set at 203 dollars. An earlier skid on lower Main damaged Zielinski’s car with no arrests. A Ry state coupe crashed near Colt and Heabeth streets, no injuries noted.
Report from Beirut and Damascus notes security improving as operations free towns on Mount Hermon and Damascus hillside areas. Rebels and bandits are being hunted down, with several key targets captured. military actions continue to stabilize the region amid ongoing tensions.
A brief note highlights fabrics suitable for cold weather. The item emphasizes quality materials, warmth, and practical use for winter wardrobes.
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