Bridgeport Pays Tribute to Antoinette Wheeler for Fairchild Park Gift
In Bridgeport residents recall Antoinette Fairchild Wheeler who died Saturday. Her bequest enabled the city to acquire the Fairchild memorial tract adjoining Beardsley Park, set to be developed for public use rather than exclusive homes, preserving nature’s landscape for all. Her son D Fairchild Wheeler shares in the legacy.
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Bridgeport
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Wheeler
D. Fairchild Wheeler
Fairchild
Mra Wheeler Mi le
Fairchild Park
Grade Crossing Tragedy and Prohibition Enforcement Debate
A Bridgeport family death at a Forestville grade crossing sparks calls to remove crossings. The piece argues against passive warnings and urges aggressive elimination of grade crossings. It also discusses LaGuardia’s proposal for a 200 million dollar funding push for nationwide prohibition enforcement, noting the political hurdle of taxpayer funding and congressional approval.
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Mator
Maley
Bridgeport
Forestville
Entrapment theory debated in court case report
A garbled 19th century style passage discusses entrapment as a defense and opposing views. It mentions a pastor named Walla Tustinfius and a clergyman who seeks restraint, with unclear details and names. The fragment preserves entities but lacks a clear narrative.
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Walla
Swerleh Rbiap- Leh Tyre
Questionable scope of medical licensing in local judgment
The article argues that enforcing medical licensing too narrowly would make everyday advice and treatments from barbers trainers and clergy illegal. It contends such strict application is unconstitutional and ridiculous, citing the Rev Mr Justinius case as trivial yet technically entangling.
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Hele Morris
Justinius
Five planets visible this week amaze New Haven readers
A New Haven Journal-Courier column notes five planets alive to the naked eye this week. Mercury, Jupiter, Venus, Mars, Saturn and Antares are described with times and positions, followed by musings on astronomy education and cultural comments.
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New Haven Journal-Courier
Hellen Muller
Springfield Republican
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Jupiter
Venus
Mars
Saturn
Antares
The Handicaps Of A Great Man S Son In Verse
The piece ponders the burden of living in a father’s shadow. It contrasts the great sire with the son who struggles to match fame, noting fame, talent, and public perception shape reception. It weaves literary figures, poetry, and social judgment into a wry meditation on inherited legacy.
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Homer
Charles Dickens Jett
Chales
Jane
Smith
Dickens
Rick
Wuipen
Christian Tempersnce Union
Plarm
United States
Letters to the Editor on Upheld Rules and Length
Readers invited to submit letters with name and address. letters over 2000 words will be shortened by editors. The notice emphasizes decorum and clarity, urging concise contributions while preserving author identity and intent.
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Uphuluy
Bridgeport Tax Burden Angers Home Owner Readers
A reader argues Bridgeport taxes exceed limits, leaving a single home valued higher than sale cash offers, threatening financial strain. The letter laments rising repairs like roof and boiler costs and criticizes local pride efforts while calling for relief from assessors’ increases.
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Bridgeport
Protecting Children At Play In Federal Street Space
The Telegram reports residents protested the Board of Recreation plan to use Federal Street for a playground. Critics accuse opponents of selfish motives and demand a public hearing and a published list of supporters and opponents. The letter questions local attitudes and calls for transparency before proceeding.
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Federal Street
Board of Recreation
Bridgeport
Texas race loom for Mayfield successor in Senate
Good Judges of Texas politics say Teans may nominate a strong successor to Senator Earle B. Mayfield with Representative Tom Connally or Representative Blanton favored. Blanton’s clash with Mayfield could split support, boosting Connally or Gar ner, while Connally’s Senate win would elevate Texas influence in Washington.
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Thomas Lolantan
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Blanton
John Garner
Conarly
George Washington Hymn Laments Lost Divine Glamor
A fragment poem decries modern trend toward truth over praise as it questions George Washington’s divine stature. The speaker notes human flaws, rejects godlike reverence, and laments fading sanctity in the glow of past hero worship.
Political Pointers From Hartford to Bridgeport Politicals
Stray notes on city and state politics from Hartford to Bridgeport include party maneuverings over mayoral candidates in Hartford, debates on the Tucker grant tax issue, and local club dances. Reports cite Batterson as Republican nominee prospect, Gaffey and Gabb as Democratic possibilities, and mention a Polish American group backing Batterson. Population shifts show New Haven still leads but Bridgeport gains, with health bulletin figures.
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Saint Valentine sermon by Dr Fri on love and unity
The piece extols Saint Valentine as a symbol of joy and romance in February, arguing the day honors love and the oneness of humanity. It reflects on youthful passion, the universal appeal of love, and Valentine’s role in uniting people across ages and nations.
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Felten
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Maiden
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Massachusetts seeks law to stop poisoning fur animals
Boston Feb 13 The Associated Press reports William C Adams head of the State Fisheries and Game Division urged a conservation committee to enact a law making possession or attempted sale of fur from animals killed by poison a crime punishable by fine. Fish and game representatives supported the petition, saying current penalties for poisoning animals are insufficient.
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Sentence Sermons on Self Respect and Truth
A compact set of maxims urging self evaluation and honesty. It stresses avoiding self pity, admitting imperfection, resisting compromise, and insisting on doing one’s best. The tono highlights personal accountability and respect for one’s job as paths to true success.
Pioneer subtrage leader Misa rube Campnel dies in Philadelphia
Philadelphia reports the death of Misa rue Campnel a noted female subtrage pioneer at 83 in her brother's home. She was longtime member of the Hisoage Society of Philadelphia and served as president for years.
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Philadelphia
Associated Prem
Misa Rue Caimpnel
Weiter
Spiritual standard of pulpit language and birth control views
A reader argues for plain speech in sermons, endorses Foster's essay on religious rhetoric, and opposes cloaked jargon. A second letter from Hopewell, Va., discusses birth control, population trends, and Christian duty, urging responsible parenthood and societal action against vice and liquor.
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South America
Foster
Manhattan Days and Nights in Wacky New York Tales
A Brooklyn written collage of improbable New York anecdotes blends antiques sales and museum prices with theater notices and quirky vignettes. The piece weaves figures like Misk Leonore Leaf and Hulbert Taft through tales of bootleggers, fox terrier mischief, eccentric gossip, and sly social commentary from a bustling late era city.
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Misk Leonore Leaf
Brookly
Minneapolis
Weather outlook for New England and mid-Atlantic regions
Southern New England trends toward increasing cloudiness and warmer air on Tuesday with rain likely Tuesday afternoon or night and into Wednesday morning. Eastern New York shows similar warming with rain Tuesday into Tuesday night, clearing by Wednesday. Northern New England expects rising clouds and warmth Tuesday followed by snow or rain Tuesday night and Wednesday. A low pressure disturbance moves from Texas toward the Midwest and Atlantic coast, with rain expected Tuesday night and Wednesday in New England. High pressure remains north of the Atlantic states as storm warnings persist offshore from Hatteras to Jacksonville. Winds shift from fresh southerly north of Sandy Hook to strong easterlies from Sandy Hook to Hatteras with rain Tuesday.
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