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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Jan 05, 1922

Page

8

Ridgeport Telegram advertisement notice

Public notice from The Post Publishing Co detailing advertising representation and distribution terms for the Ridgeport Telegram and Sunday Post. Mentions offices in Metropolitan York and Barnum addresses, with publication at Shades Street Bridgeport Connecticut and Associated Press credit.

Ridgeport Telegram Mda Post Telegram Sunday Post Omnber Eald Forelro Advertising A. le Metropolitan Texet York

A Line O Cheer by John KeniTtok Bass

Fragmentary verse sample shows playful lines about luck and sharing, with odd spellings and tethers. It reads like a short poem or poetic vignette with irregular rhythm and a whimsical tone.

Editorial Notes Jumbled Phrases Spur Curious Headlines

A garbled editorial page fragment offers a mishmash of quotes and jumbled sentences. It mentions unity versus division, public will versus politicians, and a vague note about a rich widow marrying Bill Hohenzollern, with stray references to astrologers and January births.

Bill Hohenzollern

Weather, Set Not By Tom Gilliam Are The Landmarks

Fragmentary note frames a didactic sequence on virtues. mentions landmarks named as Success, Unselfishness, Pride, Honesty, Diligence, Selfishness, Sight, and Common Sense guiding a journey to The Right along a highway to Success.

Tom Gilliam

Weather forecast details storm moving from Great Lakes

A volatile weather report describes a developing storm exiting the Great Lakes toward New England with snow and rain. Strong southerly winds, gale conditions, and a sharp temperature drop are expected in the northeast and mid-Atlantic regions. The western disturbance moves east-northeast, bringing snow and rain Thursday and improving by Friday.

Henry East Port Maine Great Lakes Lake Michigan

Temperatures From New Raven Weather Observation

Observation taken at 5 p.m. by the Bureau reports temperatures at New Raven Wuathos. Almanac calculations provide daily averages and related readings for the bridgepart by Middieleols Almanac.

New Raven Wuathos

Traders and Workers

Alben B. Johnson, president of Baldwin Locomotive Works, did not speak at Bridgeport Chamber due to a breakdown. The piece argues foreign trade and tariffs risk unemployment for American workers, illustrating with a Bridgeport cutlery worker facing competition from cheap imports and questioning economists who urge open doors to wealth for traders rather than laborers.

Alben B. Johnson Baldwin Locomotive Works Bridgeport Chamber of Commerce Bridgeport Johnson Mr. Johnson Americ Germany Perhans Economist

Marvels of 1622 and 1822 compared in a vintage clockback

A nostalgic overview contrasts life in 1822 with 1922, noting early steam sugar engines in Louisiana, rubber tubes by Thomas Skidmore, first cast iron water conduits in Philadelphia, and inventions like artificial teeth and fence-picket machines. It cites Texas cotton roots, Florida territory, naval raids off Cuba, and early print cylinder engravings, framing 1822 as dull next to 1922.

Louigiana Thomas Skidmore New York Philadelphia Christopher Cornelius Texas Jared Tr. Grace Congress Florida Navy Cuba Happiess Messrs. Mason and Laldwich

Diary fragment cites 1878 bank failure and Federal Reserve contrast

The diary entry notes Jay Cooke & Co failed on September 18, 1878 sparking panic as bank presidents seek relief from the Treasury balance of 44 million dollars. It contrasts then with later signs of economic cycles, farm activity, and a return of music trends reflecting social mood and civic discourse.

Jay Coole & Go Bankers New York Gram Treasury Miriy Strang Grand TATA Federal Reserve Banking System Shack

Trade rebound and Latin America shift in 1930s markets

A garbled report notes 83 percent of exports to Europe with American manufacturers losing ground in Latin America and the rest. It suggests markets expanding elsewhere as Europe recovers. Farmers await better conditions and priority in any recovery.

Europa Europe

The Bootleggers On furtive Test glows the street

Walt Mason voices alarm about bootleggers hidden on the streets His verses describe liquor operations using improvised stills and tainted spirits He cautions readers that consuming such illicit blend leads to ruin and death while moralizing on the dangers of prohibition era crime and vice.

Harding Favors Bonus, Senator Bursam Says

Washington Jan 4 President Harding favors a soldier bonus if funding can be raised without harming the government's finances. Senator Bursam Republican of New Mexico said after a conference with the President that foreign debts should be yielded as a basis for the payments.

Washington

Senator Ra Lark faced bribe claim in film bill row

Albany reports remand after noon debate on a $200,000 bribe offer allegedly made last year by motion picture interests to defeat the movie censorship bill. Senator James J. Walker, minority leader, read a Reform Bulletin statement noting Senator Lusk could have received $100,000 if he shifted his stance on the bill.

Albany Clayton Ra Lark James J. Walker

Correct English Quiz Explains Pronoun and Word Choice

A Daily Quiz explains the distinction between who and whom in possessive and objective cases with examples. It also revises quoted speech punctuation and a spelling of difficult phrases, noting changes such as said by and projecting slightly from the background.

Sherald

Republican campaign deficit to be made up

Washington January 4 The deficit of the last Republican campaign totaling 1600000 will be made up by month end. Pred Upham of Chicago treasurer of the Republican National Committee said about 906000 has been raised and the remaining 200000 will come in before January 8.

Washington Pred Upham Chicago Republican National Tphanmt Owell

Normalcy by Berton Braley

A fragmented verse lampoons postwar life returning to normalcy with jumbled lines about a telephone girl, janitors, streetcar conductors, taxicab drivers, waiters, and festive crowds. The poem mocks societal quirks, holiday bustle, and the desire to move on from upheaval as Christmas ends.

Police heads to speak at the United Forum

Police officials and city leaders will address a community forum at the United Forum on Sunday night. Chair Philop Calhoun and Superintendent Ordeleledh Flanagan will back up topics on department operations and staff hiring with other officers present.

United Forum Rotter Sui Weil Lie Brand Maller Cig Philop Calhoun Anr Ordeleledh Flanagan Dudge Fink Ty Wilder Evern Aytll

New Poli Theatre Opening Schedules Amid Labor Day

A fragmented item reports a theatre opening around Labor Day with unclear details and garbled names. It mentions War regression and a theatre sector with references to Georg and Geddla but lacks coherent dates or places.

NEW Pol

Charities Department Organization Delayed Report

Fragmented notice notes reorganization within the Charities Department amid delays and officials including a town commissioner. Mentions potential impacts on hospitals, schools, and organizations in Pranee sige and Vere Teds amid unclear events and names.

Dian Bahreng Jr Mapy Pranee Sige

Confide To The Doctor A Health Advice Column

Reader questions about medical access and preventive care highlight that poor communities using clinics and dispensaries often show lower infant mortality. The column stresses calling a doctor early, avoiding home remedies, and trusting health authorities to reduce illness and death. It covers common inquiries on moles, perspiration, scratches, and tonsil issues with practical guidance.

Thelyle New York State New York Rosai Elsa

Wealth Should Assure an Enriching Childhood

A public health notice warns parents of common childhood physical faults such as flat feet and low arches. Experts say early detection and proper treatment during infancy may prevent lifelong issues. The appeal invites readers to secure a hygiene association booklet by mail with a stamped return envelope.

Tomerlatn

Medical questions on nerve pain and diagnosis

The text asks about causes of sore hands feet and joints in a vague setting, mentioning joints nerves and possible neuritis. It discusses examining and diagnosing, suggesting a medical evaluation for persistent pain and suspected neural involvement. It implies questions about treatments and next steps with professional guidance.

Reader Q and A from The Telegram Information Bureau

A collage of reader questions answered by The Telegram Information Bureau. Topics include railway history in Italy and Naples, Gibraltar trial charges, dictionary origins, Ellis Island charity workers, bubble physics, panic grasses, in-train telephone tests, mustard gas naming, wood pulp mills by state, thread markings, treating hides with lime, Alaska railroads, and related details.

L. J.A New York State Atlantia Great Lakes Pacific Ocean Clark

A Corner in Nonsense and a Seat in the Streetcar

Two women complain about male conduct on a streetcar as they push past men and other riders for a seat. The dialogue captures impatience with chivalry and a snapshot of public transit dynamics, including a whispered plan to read the news while avoiding standing.

Ming John

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