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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Feb 13, 1920
Page
10
Bridgeport Telegram headline page shows publication details, subscription rates, and office contact. It notes daily publication except Sundays and lists staff from Chicago and New York bureaus, emphasizing strong news service and a verse by John Kendrick Bangs.
A fragmented editorial page mocks taxation and politics with quips about moonshine puritans and ex kings. It references Hoover, Cuba, Russia, and the dollar francs exchange, noting tax changes, teacher raises, and a looming five percent Deer sale proposal.
A garbled note hints at peasants not choosing between two rivals and invokes Sir Oliver Lodge, suggesting beliefs in an other world. The text references Nero and a split allegiance, but the overall meaning is unclear and symbolic.
A humorous verse mockingly challenges extravagant spending and graft. It rails at taxes, treasury drains, and proposed schemes, urging restraint and cutting waste while calling out officials and corrupt practices. The piece preserves Mason style with biting satire.
In a busy office the dentist notes men and women differ in tooth care. He cites that women generally keep better teeth through regular cleaning while men delay visits after pain. A patient pledges better follow up, and the dentist stresses six-month checkups for all to avoid future trouble.
The piece argues America is blamed for wartime gains and urges restraint in replying to allied criticism. It contends Europe seeks sympathy and material help, noting the economic strain and high English taxes. It urges calm, warns against inflaming enmity, and predicts eventual greater reasonableness from Europe.
Roger Babson, noted business statistician, argues saving money converts surplus labor into capital for buildings and machinery, boosting wealth. He urges readers to share the idea widely and notes that saving preserves dollar value during hard times or wage declines. He credits prudent saving to many who saved while earnings were good.
The article questions a young aviator’s claim to be the first to reach Mars by skyrocket. It notes no scientist has proposed such a mission, cites Mars distance of roughly 55 million miles at closest, and estimates a one mile per second speed would take about 20 days. The piece concludes the stunt is a joke.
The essay traces the worm based gown industry from its 2000 year old origins in iChing to Europe by 1200s ad, stressing absolute cleanliness in manufacturing. It notes China as the birthplace and top producer, exporting over 25,000,000 pounds of av and waste fill in one year, as the silk gown industry evolves globally.
Genoa archives reveal estimates of discovering America costs at about 7.0001. Columbus three ships valued at $3,000, roughly five light capacity trucks. Columbus earned $200 annually, captains $200 each, crew $2.4 per month.
Bridgeport notes reveal a lively scene with the Minstrels at full house, local fund-raising at the hospital, and civic events. Reports mention weather reflections, church notices, school activities, and upcoming performances as residents anticipate spring.
A jumbled OCR parcel mixes a poem about Abraham Lincoln by Edmund Vance Cooke with a stark social critique and a New York telephony note. The fragmentary text shifts from a rural scene and Lincoln’s era to urban data, and ends with scattered names and dates, preserving historical voice and period tone.
The article discusses a federal prohibition commission ruling in Indiana about home brewing. Mere possession of items to make wine can be illegal, while intent to violate is not clear. It notes differing views on penalties and the practicality of proving intent versus possession.
The Telegraph Information Bureau directed by Frederick L. Laskin in Washington, D.C. offers inquiries answered by mail. State questions clearly and enclose a 2 cent stamp for return postage. All inquiries are confidential and sent to the bureau. no other service exists.
Fragmented OCR lists questions and answers about World War era topics including Congress members and Supreme Court, Roosevelt appointment, U S coinage, constitutional amendments, street addresses, Dutch West India Company, the West Indies trading matters, and wartime insurance and foods. It mixes names, places, and events with unclear context, reflecting a quiz or study sheet.
Manila will open a modern sawmill in February, signaling industrial expansion. Officials confirm the project will boost local timber processing and jobs, with construction slated to begin soon and the facility expected to serve regional demand.
An 81 year old woman named Sarah Ann Rennes Si was convicted of shoplifting. The case involved she stole perfume and other items. The article notes the judge and court proceedings in London.
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