Bridgeport Telegram Subscriptions and Contact Info 1891
The Bridgeport Telegram lists daily publication with subscription rates and contact details. It notes publication by The Post Publishing Co at 140 Biddle Street Bridgeport Connecticut with Barnum 6100 and 24 hour telephone exchange. It confirms Associated Press affiliation and audit bureau membership.
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Editorial Notes and Quips From a Devoted Column
A Provocative collection of wry observations and aphorisms on culture, fame, reform, and public life. The notes touch on integrity, humor, Welsh identity, weight, adversity, and social commentary, presented in sharp, pithy lines typical of a 20th century editorial page.
Sentence Sermons on Mortgages and Messages
The piece reflects on mortgages as enduring forces and social temptations. It frames debt as a powerful incentive to save, likening it to destiny and noting its persistent pressure. It laments the cost of keeping up appearances and the difficulty of shedding financial obligations.
Weather forecast for Northern New England and vicinity
Increasing cloudiness and warmer Wednesday, followed by likely rain, snow, and much colder conditions Thursday. West to north portions expect showers or light rain, with cooler temperatures across the Atlantic states. High pressure moves in Thursday night, bringing fair weather east of the Mississippi with brisk east to southeast winds.
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Wisconsin
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Sandy Hooke
Hobby riding as a life saver amid routine
The piece argues hobbies provide relief from monotony and mental drift more than costly mechanical devices. It cites Roosevelt, Harding, and Coolidge using sports to illustrate varied pursuits fitting different budgets, urging readers to adopt an engaging avocation aligned with their means.
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STOCK SCHEMES AND THE DANGER OF WILD CAT INVESTMENTS
A wary discussion on recognizing stock scams and avoiding wildcat promotions. It notes that many fall for schemes promising easy profits and stresses that experienced financiers distinguish truly sound offerings from worthless ones, while amateurs struggle with fundamentals.
Cautionary note on recognizing dangerous stock pitches
The piece warns a reader who ignores danger signals in stock offerings and trusts slick promoters. It advises seeking information from legitimate, reputable firms with long-standing records and a duty to protect investors to avoid losses. It emphasizes personal responsibility for investment outcomes.
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The Gloomy Dean Inge and His Pronunciation
A note on Dean Inge of St Pauls Cathedral London called gloomy for pessimism but chiefly because his name causes mispronunciation. The Dean will visit the United States to lecture at Yale and tour the country. A verse advises addressing him as Doctor Inge or Ing depending on proper usage.
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St. Paul’s Cathedral
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United States
Lyman Beecher
Yale
George Bernard Shaw
Mister Dean
The Rich Man's Gate editorial on state parks
An editorial from the New York World criticizes landowners who oppose park creation near large estates. It parallels Westport Connecticut's situation with Sherwood's Island and argues against restricting state parks to inaccessible areas, urging parks for the many to benefit the state shoreline.
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Political pointers on Hartford law amendments face opposition
Hartford observers say law enforcement amendments backed by Chief Justice Wheeler may not pass the General Assembly. Support from churches and manufacturing interests, plus police officials, could sway hearings. Democrats are urged to push broader highway funding via a state income tax. A white afternoon hearing on the medical practice act looms with a major fight anticipated in both Senate and House.
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Senate shifts boost McLean and colleagues on key committees
The analysis notes Senator McLean could profit most from La Follette’s influence, likely becoming second on the Finance Committee with Reed Smoot of Utah chairing. Hiram Bingham gains on committees, and ranking changes occur for Military Affairs with Smith Brookhart and Holm Bursum, plus shifts on Post Offices and Post Roads as Sterling retires and Frazier is dropped.
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Iowa
Holmec. Bursum
New Mexico
Thomas Sterling
South Dakota
Lynn J Frazier
North Dakota
Signs of spring appear on Newtown roads
Newtown residents report early spring signs on Main Street with kids carrying pussywillows while road conditions draw attention from travelers. Various local residents and officials, including Town Clerk Oscar Pitzschler and Representative Newton M Curtis, have been summoned for jury duty in the Superior Court at Bridgeport.
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Taylor Avenue
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Congresssman Barkley Involved In Auto Crash
Congressman Barkley of Kentucky struck a young woman in Washington on February 21. She was not seriously injured and he drove her home. No charges were filed against him.
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Lights That Fail Hy Walt Mason
A nostalgic satire recalling early faith in liquid air as a universal power. The poem mocks craze for new tech and public hype, noting how public prints trumpet promises while critics warn of frauds and failed schemes. It ends with a censure of repeating ruses and blind faith in sensational plans.
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Grandma's Pancakes and Bedtime Rhythm at Grandma's Home
A nostalgic poem recalls evening rituals at Grandma's house. After cleanup, children played Pedro or listened to the organ while awaiting bedtime. When Grandma set pancakes, it signaled nightfall and cozy routines. The vivid memory paints family warmth, supper calm, and a child’s gentle fears about sleep.
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The Fun Shop Cross Word Limericks
Scattered text from a Bridgeport Telegram page shows a humor column featuring cross word limericks, quips, and reader submissions. It includes mock dialogue, puzzles, jokes, and advice clippings about imitation, romance, and daily life, with notices inviting reader participation and payment terms for published contributions.
American Ideals in the Schools Chronicle
Herbert 8 Houston argues for a national educational mission guiding public schools toward American ideals. He cites George Washington’s legacy, McAndrew’s Cincinnati manifesto, and a shift from technical focus to teaching equality, liberty, justice, and defense through a national curriculum tied to taxation and public welfare. The piece notes influential educators shaping this push and suggests New York’s School Survey Committee endorses teaching current problems to students.
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Ohio
Cincinnati
America
George Washington
Jesse H Newton
Denver
National Education Association
Augustune Thomas
Maine
World Educational Association
Frank Cody
Detroit
William M. Davidson
Pittsburgh
William B. Owen
Chicago
McAndrew
New York
Board of Education
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The Value of Wonder in a World We Live In
A 1925 column extols wonder as the root of religion and youth. It argues that sophistication dulls curiosity, while remaining childlike wonder fuels science, invention, and moral insight. The piece cites Christmas scenes and concludes with the titled phrase Wonderful.
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The Rich Man's Gate and Long Island Park Fight
An analysis of opposition to state park and parkway expansion on Long Island. Wealthy estate owners and political actors push to restrict public access, using condemnation and private interests. Public understanding is urged to prevent bypassing voters and privatization of common spaces.
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