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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Jan 03, 1919
Page
12
A fragment from John Kendrick Bangs speaks of confidence as the greatest treasure beyond gold and gems. It contrasts perfect faith with base hearts, noting humanity’s long ascent toward the true through ages.
A reflective 1919 era column blends weather curses with political commentary. It notes a harsh winter ahead, changes in Easter timing, calls for prudent preparations, and a wary tone toward postwar Europe. It references neutrals, Kaiser era loyalties, and Allied hopes while weaving in cultural and domestic concerns. It also mentions inflation, imports, and food costs alongside heightened public sentiment.
The piece argues Henry Morgenthau Jr. favors using the American army in Europe as a sanitary and reconstructive force after peace, but warns against paying war wages and crowding civilians out of jobs. It then critiques opposition to the League of Nations, calling for clear, impartial voices from respected leaders like Taft and Knox to articulate sound reasons for or against foreign alliances.
The sudden armistice left many workers, especially munition and shipyard staff, facing a rainy day with incomes cut or gone. While thrift is urged as civilization's cornerstone, some have spent wartime earnings on luxuries. Most who saved adapt, but demand for retrenchment grows as peace work begins.
President Wilson spoke in Carlisle England on duties of citizenship before rights such as life liberty and happiness The sermon emphasized eternal vigilance and responsibility as the price of liberty contrasting duties with Bolshevism The piece argues nations cannot have rights without recognizing duties and securing rights for all
Washington announces moves toward government ownership of telegraphs and telephones both under the post office department. Public reaction hints at higher charges for private and business users as the move unfolds.
Armenians in America denounce French foreign minister Pichon’s hint that France may guide Armenia’s destiny. Ahan Cardasian of the Armenian National Union of America rejects any long range tutelage and demands recognition of Armenia as a separate, independent nation by the powers under pledges already given. He argues alliance sacrifices and casualties justify full independence rather than any special rights.
Weather delays hold up the North Avenue extension of the North Bridgeport line. The Connecticut company now expects operation to begin about December 30, with three or four extra days needed for track work at Main Street and Boston Avenue. Holidays and rain slowed progress. manager says rainfall at year end was unforeseen.
Four transports carrying about 2000 troops were announced to depart from France for New York. The ships named are the Yoloa, the Cina, and the Anangarez, with the Minnesotan as its port of destination. Private John H. Hannigan of 575 Peaowhock Street, 19, has been discharged from the U S Army after serving with the field artillery in Texas prior to muster out.
Calvin Coolidge of Northampton became the 48th Massachusetts governor at a ceremony in Boston joining a large assembly of statesmen and military officers. The event marked Samuel W. McCall’s retirement after decades in public service. Lieutenant Governor Channing Cox also took an oath and Coolidge delivered his inaugural address.
BAYONNE No 1 Jam 2 When a tank car carrying more than 8 000 gallons of gasolene exploded at the Standard Oil company plant at Constable Tack today twenty men and girl employes were badly burned. They were removed to a hospital where some probably would die. The flames enveloped the building as they escaped.
Lavit advances plans for a meeting of labor and civic groups led by Sammel Levit Machiniasly Talon Assemblyman Charles Seleman and Victor Gauthier with Lavit to speak and Philip Pesilets to preside Mayor Wilson invited but unavailable Officials see no permit difficulty and say a police interview concerned only procedural matters
Sailor Jono Kranyak, 22, formerly a North Carolina fireman, died Christmas Day at Brest base hospital France after 17 sea trips. The Navy will bring his body home. The report notes his imminent completion of training and honors at Newport.
Washington motor: the Capital Issues Committee drafts blue sky legislation to supervise stock promotion prospectuses for interstate issues. Glass approval needed before Congress. Bonds excluded. enforcement via daily fines. Promoters face penalties for failing to obtain government approval.
The Connecticut Light and Power Company filed a petition with the General Assembly through the secretary of state seeking authority to divert the Housatonic river at Bulls Bridge and the Ten Mile river into Rocky river for power generation. The plan includes building dams conduits tunnels and power houses below Somerville and above the Little York bridge and would form the Rocky River Company from the Rocky River Company which passed in 1917. Attorney J Henry Roraback sponsored the measure.
An interview in the Maypee quotes a high official stating German demobilization is advancing quickly. He notes soldiers have been demobilized and troops are being moved from barracks to join the effort, though he cautions against overestimating the pace.
Washington debates whether air navigation should be free or government controlled. Proposals hinge on unified air services, patents, high altitude weather research, and vast state spending to chart routes, train crews, and protect forests, with private industry likely to continued under state guidance.
In Bath Maine a new torpedo boat destroyer named for Confederate officer Franklin Buchanan, who commanded the Merrimac against the Monitor, was launched amid a ceremony with Mrs. Weatherbee of Bath Iron Works. The ship is nearing completion and will be commanded by Lieutenant Commander William A. Richardson after his long service in the war zone.
Fragmented Chicago politics hamper top contenders for mayor as Republican infighting dampens Democratic prospects. Montana imposes statewide prohibition altering political and social life. New York Republican Club backs convention nomination, signaling a shift amid broader GOP support.
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