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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Jan 04, 1918
Page
2
On judge advocate general recommendation Secretary Baker declined Otisville New York city authorities offer to turn the municipal hospital into a government medical depot. The facility was deemed suitable for department use.
Poultrymen and others will attend a Bridgeport meeting tonight where Prof. Leslie Teard of Connecticut Agricultural College Storrs will speak on Selection of Breeding Hens. The talk at the Board of Trade rooms Newfield building aims to help chicken raisers boost production, with a government revocation clause noted.
The Atlantic fleet sends New York greetings to the Red Cross and thanks for Christmas gifts received. A message from the fleet commander-in-chief lauds the Red Cross work for sailors and notes it strengthens resolve to serve and protect those at sea.
Teeler J Wackett eighteen of Trowel street and James W Tale-yett twenty of Stamford enlisted yesterday at the wave recruiting station in Cronort street. Both became apprentice seamen and were sent to Newport Rhode Island for naval training. With holidays over many more volunteers are expected to join.
Scherman of 332 Warren Street, a known South Mind actor for five years, has been drafted and is training at Camp Upton. He returned home for Christmas with his parents Mr and Mrs A Scherman of 834 Warren Street. He previously performed with Eight Gells and spent years on principal stages in major cities.
Over 100 guests gathered in Bridgeport to honor John Heaphy as the new owner and manager of the Automobile Club garage at John street and West avenue. The third floor hall featured American decor, singing by Loren D. Pethridge, dancing to Nisehn's orchestra, and refreshments during intermission. Heaphy, a prominent local businessman, began managing January 3 and received best wishes for success in his new venture.
Serbia's foreign minister expressed confidence that the Allies will defeat the Central powers in a New Year message to the State Department. He pledged best wishes on behalf of the royal government and foresaw a lasting peace and freedom through justice and equality for all peoples.
Unclear OCR text reports a mascot attacked a southern town area. a man was killed yesterday as assailants fled the scene. Police sought witnesses and investigated a possible motive amid limited readable details.
Fragmentary OCR text from a Moscow area report references prisoners and military formations with unclear attributions. It mentions a Moscow branch of a regional bank and a date on a Wednesday, plus scattered names and terms, but the overall meaning is obscured.
Jill-Michael Chaaminings a past New York shirts Hopee LOH committee member the Hramd Arias of Thepublic died yesterday at his home after a long illness. He was in his seventies. The public tribute noted his years of community service in New York.
Greenfield Hill reports improved comfort after installing a new furnace. The article notes cold weather, a recent service disruption, and praise for the Dwight school’s able administration as it reopens Monday with the new furnace aiding students and teachers. It also mentions local residents receiving visitors, a war rally in Southport, and community additions including a newborn in Banks North district.
A short market notice lists blankets woolen hosiery felt slippers fur coats comfortables woolen underwear sweaters available for purchase. The item list emphasizes warm apparel likely for cold seasons and general consumer needs.
Uncle Sam calls for all to support the war effort by buying War Savings Stamps at 25 cents each. A plan suggests purchasing stamps this month and adding 12 cents to obtain a $5 War Savings Certificate, earning interest while helping the nation.
An exhibit showcases flags from the United States, colonial origins, wartime allies, and historic banners from Concord to Mexico. Lieutenant Telfair Minton of the New York Naval Reserve lends the collection and will give daily talks at three o clock, inviting all to learn more about the flag’s history.
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