State Educators Urge Kindergarten Support
Connecticut lawmakers hear Senate Bill 484 Tuesday February 27 at 1 30 pm to establish kindergartens funded by parental petition. The measure backed by Connecticut Federation of Women’s Clubs and other groups aims to extend early education from 25 to 100 percent of children. Leaders cite Dr John J Tigert and Dr P P Claxton on citizenship value and urge citizen letters if unable to attend.
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Connecticut Federation of Women's Clubs
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Congress of Mothers and Parent-Teacher Associations
United States Bureau of Education
Washington
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Connecticut Federaof Women's Clubs
Connecticut State Federation of Women’s Clubs
John J. Tigert
United States
Commissioner of Education
America
P. P. Claxton
Last American to shake Cervera's hand dies
Ney Castle New Hampshire February 2. John W Anazeen who claimed to be the last American to shake hands with Admiral Cervera and his staff died at his home here last night He was a sea captain and pilot for 50 years In 1898 during the Spanish American War he brought the transport Harvard and Yale into Portsmouth harbor with 1700 Spanish prisoners captured at Santiago When the prisoners left for Spain on the City of Rome Anazeen piloted their vessel out to sea He served in the Civil War with the Fourth Maine Battery
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France Fails to Read American Spirit and Europe’s Path
A Detroit News correspondent argues France misreads American psychology, harming postwar Europe. He contends Britain better understands the United States, while Europe lacks a decisive leader to unite Americans toward a generous program for peace. The piece laments no Lincoln or Roosevelt to interpret America and urges a European strongman to rally U.S. support.
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Sentenced for life for murder of daughter
In Saginaw Michigan jurors convicted Jeb T Hubbard, 43, former credit manager for an oil company, of murdering his 12 year old daughter Margarite in December. The child’s throat was cut with a razor. The judge sentenced Hubbard to life imprisonment, citing that state law did not allow the death penalty.
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Yale forms Emergency committee to study student life
New Haven Feb 15 An Emergency committee of five faculty and five students at Yale will study issues raised in undergraduate papers. Topics include compulsory chapel and an unlimited cut system tied to academic averages. Dean Burton P Twitchell appointed the panel. Faculty members include Prof Clarence Mendell and Prof Robert French. Undergraduate members are high achieving students.
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Clarence W. Mendell
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Robert D. French
French Destroyer Aground Near Turkey
A French destroyer is reported aground off Cape Yeitin near Mitylene after sending an SOS. U S and British destroyers, including the Overton and fitsall, respond, with other allied ships standing by. The story blends naval incident with editorial reflections on America’s role and European perceptions in the postwar era.
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Peet
Checker Wizard Beats 18 Opponents at Once
Seymour Mead former Bridgeport Chess and Checker club president won 19 games and drew one in 20 simultaneous contests at the YMCA with near mechanical precision. He finished in four and a half hours. Griswold Frankel Lavey Koehler and Dawson were among the unsuccessful players.
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Seymour Mead
Bridgeport Chess and Checker Club
Am. C. A
Monroe M. Frankel
J. A. Lavey
A.B. Koehler
James Dawson
Edward Dawson
God Our Partner Rev Kearns Speech Declares Partnership
Rev. Kearns of the Universalist church spoke on God and Man in Partnership, urging a universal brotherhood concept. He framed God as a partner in all worldly goods and highlighted compassionate ideals.
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Hal ‘T. Kearns
Universalist Church
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John Galsworthy
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Kearns
Dress pattern patterns for various bust sizes sold by mail
The notice advertises a sewing pattern for a dress with bust sizes 36 to 48 inches and gives fabric needs and trim details. It offers a choice of sleeves, describes a serge and braid trim design, and states a pattern can be mailed for 10 cents with contact by Bridgeport Telegram Pattern Department.
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Bridgeport Telegram
Barnum
Race Prejudice in Jewish Gentile Relations Explored
A book examines the dynamics of race prejudice between Jewish and Gentile communities, tracing origins, social tensions, and the impact on daily life, education, and civic integration. It analyzes stereotypes, discrimination, and efforts toward mutual understanding.
Professional Women’s Club Circus Delights Bridgeport
Bridgeport Business and Professional Women’s Club held a circus in its club rooms on Saturday night with over 46 members and guests attending. Highlights included Snake Charmer Hawaiian dancers, a dress parade at 8 15, trained monkeys and the Dance of the Ponies.
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Wopowage Lodge
I. O. QO
Odd Fellows Hall
Alfred Crowthers
Tracy W. Hushes
Russell Norris
Fellowcraft Association of Ansantawae Lodge
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Masonic Temple
Charles A. Quigley
Summerfield
Kayopha Girls’ Club
Plymouth Congregational Church
Philip
Malcolm
Seaside Avenue
Bridgeport Business and Professional Women’s Club
Mies Frances Coggswell
Helen Saunders
R. C. Adams
Eva Hodgkins
J. A. Swanson
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