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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Feb 27, 1918

Page

12

Newspaper masthead and publishing details from 1891 era

Established in 1891 The Post Publishing Company prints under the largest circulating Connecticut paper. It lists editors managing editor city editor and business managers, addresses in Boston New York Hartford Chicago and Hartford Building, with Associated Press membership and Bureau of Circulation audits. The text outlines subscriptions and advertising representation and notes republication rights of AP dispatches.

Connecticut Associated Press THE Post Publishing Company Cannon Street J. Edward Brt FB. Maher B.S. Uubbell C. Hebstock Montaxine Post Ofice Hoa Aweek Duline Mathews Special Agency Beacon Street Boston Mass Madison Avenue New York Hartford Building Chicago Audit Bureau of

Four Line o Cheer by John Kendrick Bangs

Poem reflects on books and people, valuing living human stories over written tales. The speaker thanks writers for glimpses into souls, noting deeper humanity beyond shelves and the lived experiences of individuals.

John Kendrick

March Ahead of Time at The Breakfast Table

Fragmented Wartime column notes push thrift drives and War Savings Stamps, urge early coal buying and ice controller prep, and mock German diplomacy while praising patriotism. Mentions savings, shortages, and American resolve with scattered dated references and humorous asides.

Germany Signals Quiet Peace Move in Reichstag Speech

The article critiques Chancellor von Hertling's Reichstag address as a German bid for peace talks framed around Belgium's return and a council table with the United States. It argues Berlin aims to split the Allies, pitting Russia and others against each other, while President Wilson defends democracy and justice.

Boche Im Germany United States Britain Washington Russia Lloyd-George Wilson Flo Austria-Hungary Austria Berlin

Kaiser s American Chancellor and Hexamer in US politics

Ambassdor Gerard reports the Kaiser and his military leaders warned of American entry into war yet Germany pressed ahead. Dr Charles Hexamer of Philadelphia named by Berlin as acting ruler of Germans in America influences German American League affairs, with calls to revoke its charter in Congress.

Gerard America Nasser Charles Hexamer Philadelphia Nexamer Lusitania Germany German American Alliance von Bernstorff Senate United States Hesamer League Hexamer Congress All Highest Morida

Bridgeport Manufacturers Chorus Impresses Crowd

The Bridgeport gathering praised the manufacturers chorus led by Mr Hadley. The program blended new and classic male vocal pieces with strong audience appreciation and a call to invite the public to a future concert.

Hadley Bridgeport

The German Alliance and political allegiance in wartime

The speaker warns German citizens that wartime sentiment requires ending any foreign born group political activity. Senate disclosures on the German Alliance are cited, asserting that groups may aid mutual relief or culture but not politics. The message insists new enforcement of allegiance to the United States for new citizens.

Jersey Senate Committee United States

Prep for next season coal and wood stocks urged

New York plans fuel storage for next year to avoid a winter repeat. Bridgeports may follow. Encourage reasonable coal and wood supplies while avoiding unnecessary stocking. Each family able should secure enough fuel to cover six months from September 30 to April 1.

New York

They Never Learn on War Preparation and Pacifist Views

The piece argues that pacifists ignore the need for fighting in war and refuse to support military training or preparation, insisting nothing should be done despite clear signs of suffering and disaster from unpreparedness. It critiques theorists who dismiss preparedness even amid wartime danger.

War and Books in a World at War

A veteran writer argues that World War I has not yielded a lasting literary achievement. He surveys 1900s fiction, the surge of war books, and the failure to unite vast war passions into a single great work, noting dramatic changes in society and the paradox of abundant but transient war literature.

Washington Cntury France England America Kipling South Sea Belgium Poland Armenia Library of Congress Trivnsient

Nervous breakdown myth debunked by medical expert

The article argues that nervous breakdown is not a medical malady from overwork but a mislabeling of definite mental disorders. It condemns forced vocational changes for youth and urges natural psychological adjustment guided by analysis, citing Edison as an example of resisting vacation-driven instability.

Edison

Intensity in Art and History Inspires Enduring Worth

A discourse on the power of intensity in artists and leaders. It cites Dante Carlyle, Raphael, Napoleon, Jesus, and Gar rison, praising how deep purpose shapes achievement despite cost. The piece argues worth in living intensely to express heart and time, honoring those driven by strong vision.

Napoleon Jesus Ainstrain Garrison Boston

Four Navy Recruits Head to New Haven Base

Four recruits accepted for U S Navy service left the Cannon street recruiting station for New Haven yesterday to enlist. The men named William Broadley 22 of Main street electrician George Brundaze 22 of East Main street fireman Sheadore Steube 18 of Sargent street Holyoke apprentice seaman joined the transfer with 45 others applying that day, and more were sent to New Haven today.

United States Navy Rmmvy Cannon Street New Haven Naval Service Uncle Sam Yesterdoy William Broadley Main Street George Brundaze East Main Street Sheadore Steube Sargent Street Holyoke Navy Gannon

Your Health Epilepsy No 2 From a Medical Column

This piece discusses epilepsy starting in childhood or after illnesses or injuries, with potential brain, nerve, or sensory causes. It notes historical remedies like bromides and rattlesnake venom, mentions Craig colony treatment, and cites questions about hair loss, nighttime waking, and birthmarks with brief guidance from Dr Currie.

St. Vitus Sonyea

Live Political Gossip Projects Broad New York Vote Rise

A report highlights an estimated 100000 women voters in New York special congressional elections next month signaling a nationwide push for women enfranchisement. It notes GOP splits over gubernatorial prospects and possible shifts in control of the House, plus Wisconsin and New Jersey developments in senator appointments and notable Republican David Baird of Camden slated for the U.S. Senate.

New York Congress House of Representatives United State Edge New Jerse David Baird Camden United States Willia Hughes Baird New Jersey Ireland Republican Party

Escapes Son Is Found Mutilated on Railroad Track

Medele Del Vecchio, 49, of 34 California Avenue, was found on the New York New Haven and Hartford railroad tracks in Stamford early yesterday, struck by a train with his body mutilated. Escaped from a sanitarium with his son Antonio, who had taken him for a walk, police said. He had become irrational last week, troubled by financial losses.

Antonio Westport Medele del ¥Ecchio New York, New Haven and Hartford Railroad Stamford del Vecchio

Man Confessed to Forging $3,000 Check

Accused forging of checks totaling over 3000 dollars is linked to Harry Wanetick of Pittsburgh. A co- defendant reportedly confessed and waived extradition to face trial in Pittsburgh. further details appear in this newspaper column.

Harry Wanetick Pittsburgh Yesterny Beadmark Wanchick Wittsburgh

Man Found Dead With Cash Hidden In Clothes

George Topsy, 55, of 55 Sitlimal Lane, was found dead in bed at home yesterday. Authorities report over $70 in cash tied to his clothing. The man allegedly intended to leave all his money to his wife and child from Romania.

George Topsy Sitlimal Lane Roman

Police Claim Rich Girl Married. Cronan Holds Update

Captain of Detectives Edward Cronan announced yesterday that he had information confirming Concetta Rich, daughter of Mr and Mrs Roeer Rich of 15 Church Street, is married and would return to the city with her husband. The police still insist on the marriage and await her arrival.

Edward Cronan Concetta Rich Roeer Rich Church Street

Lawsuit Arises From Knife Thrust Injury in Derby

John Elty of Shelton sues Ralph Magino in Common Pleas Court for 1006 dollars alleging serious injury from a knife thrust in the left arm during a Derby fight. He says he has been unable to use the arm since the incident on January 4. British official statement notes risk of catastrophic destruction if a Zeppelin had fallen the other way.

John Elty Shelton Common Pleas Ralph Magino Sam Place Serio Derby

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