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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Jan 12, 1922

Page

8

Bridgeport Telegram Ad Rates and Delivery Details

The Bridgeport Telegram details subscription rates in advance and weekly delivery. Advertising positions are offered in New York Chicago and local offices with combinations and delivery options. The paper credits news dispatches and adheres to the Bureau of Circulation standards.

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A LINE O' CHEER TA Y GARDENER

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Editorial notes on prices and social scenes in town

A fragmented editorial notes segment reports ad warnings for cotton stockings and price increases in local stores. It mentions autoists holding shows, flappers viewed as old maids, a new senator, and social tensions, including a Pittsburgh case of domestic violence and sharp commentary on women.

Weather Poem Fragment by Tom Gilclam

A weather poem fragment laments ongoing cold and seeks spring. The playful piece references birds, hills, and hopeful signs, with poetic phrasing about storms, thaw, and the season to come.

Tom Gilclam Bob White Tove

Weather map outlines storm path and Atlantic gale warning

The weather forecast describes a storm center moving northeast from Northern Alabama toward the Virginia capes, then toward New York City. Heavy rain with snow affects the Middle Atlantic and New England as winds reach gale force along the Atlantic coast. Coastal warnings remain posted from Cape Henry to Nantucket with forecasts of clearer skies in New England and New York by Thursday.

New England Alaparma Virginia Capes New York City New Yorke Pannagiarde Middle Atlantic New Tagan Atlantic Atlantis Cape Henry Low York England

Dental clinics belong to Bridgeport school system

Bridgeport's dental clinics, started and run by Dr. A C Fones under the Board of Health in name, should be permanently assigned to the Board of Education where Fones sits. The clinics have been a citywide success, funded as a gift of Fones, and would best continue under his direct supervision within the school system.

Bridgeport A. C. Fones Board of Health Fones Board of Education

The Yankee Giant and Americas Iron Will

A reflective essay extols the American economic might through industrial and fishing magnates. It celebrates Henry F Fortmann retirement from Alaska Packers Association and cites vast production figures, rail freight, and global share. The tone praises national prowess and American spirit with a closing chorus of I'm an American.

New England America Henry F. Fortmann Alaska Packers’ Association of Seattle United States Henry Ford Germany Poe

Villa Bandit Starts Farming Vision for Reform

Prancises Villa, a Mexican bandit, shifts followers to farming after retirement from professional crime. Authorities note misdirected energy fuels crime and urge diverting it into productive work. If unchecked, the weevil threatens cotton crops, but a science driven campaign can control it and save agriculture.

Prancises Villa

Rebuilt France rises from ruins amid reconstruction pace

Rebuilding in France progresses rapidly with nearly half of destroyed homes rebuilt and seven eighths of the battle zone cleared of shells trenches and wire. Three fourths of battlefields are regrowing crops as 3 000 miles of railroads are repaired. Europe shows revival as children take the place of manpower though war’s monument remains.

France Gota Europe War Dovt Mel Ifolly Ware

Wives An Incoherent Tale Arrives in New York

The fragment describes a Canadian man traveling with his wife to New York in steerage while claiming a desire to be a loyal husband. The passage mocks the wife as unlearned and imagines her traveling in poor conditions, with gendered commentary on American freedoms and the rough travel in a steamer’s hold.

New York Canaly Uae

Money interest trends hint at easing loan climate in NYC

Disjointed notes discuss long term loan rates near 43-4 per cent in New York City and suggest cheap money could foretell better times for borrowers. The scrambled text references a Bridgeport doctor and experiments, while mentioning wine related topics and chemical interactions, implying broad, unfocused coverage.

New York City Bridgeport Maya Atenk Batland Bieman

Weevil Threatens Southern Cotton Growth

A historic note warns that the boll weevil could devastate cotton fields in the South, potentially starving local economies if infestations are not controlled and crops fail.

Age Brings Wisdom From Mason On Youth and Noise

A reflective piece recalls youth when T spoke loudly and challenged learned voices. The narrator contrasts past bravado with later wisdom, noting critics, public scorn, and a fading voice as years pass and quietness returns.

Andrew G Barnes State Senator Dies in New Milford

Andrew G Barnes, longtime state senator from the 32nd district and former House member, died at his New Milford home. Born November 18 1869, he was a farmer who raised cattle for years and handled western cattle for the New England market. He served as selectman in his town and was twice married, his second wife being Jennie Werver. He had a son Albert with his first wife, Hattie Seeley.

New Milford Andrew G. Barnes Boardman Senator Barner New England Sherman Fatee New York Senator Barnes Soeenas Danbury Madison Selectman Sephor ‘Barnes Hattie Seeley Albert Ais Ridow Jennie Werver Sheldon Baxer

Correct English A Daily Quiz

A chaotic quiz item asking for correct spellings and pronunciations from a periodical. It cites amias bin statement, Alleged ann of Alfonse XT, and a list of electrical terms like Ampere Ohm Watt with misread spellings. It mentions accents in French RAMIDAL and pronunciations QUINING. The piece references Wednesday's Questions and seeks correct forms and pronunciations.

Amias Alotao Alfonse XT

Fragmentary quote sparks confusion in official remarks

A garbled remark from an official references a plague of dice and a woman moving items into a suit. The fragment mentions a shaky nose and an odd phrase about a cane and trunks of etoff, with no clear context or identifiable persons or events.

The Voice of France Poem by Berton Braley

A wartime poem condemns politicians during a debate on disarmament and urges the true spirit of France, past heroes, and the public to speak for peace. It contrasts imperial ambitions with a Call for living France. The poem envisions Joan of Arc and Lafayette guiding the nation toward a world decision, despite leaders’ bravado.

France Joan Lafayette Wis

How Do You Say How Do Noises From A Child’s Manner Lessons

A neighbor parades a young boy down the street while the child shouts and clings to his father’s leg. The narrator reflects on manners, fear, and the social lesson that children learn through daily behavior and parental guidance.

Dave Lotte Faree

Stratford Women Study Parliamentary Law

Stratford women form study group on parliamentary law led by Mrs. Harry Wilcoxson. The class meets weekly in Stratford Town Hall Court Room, with lectures and a text book purchase advised. The group aims to inform women on civic issues despite traditional roles and local social norms.

Henry Robert An ATH Heveral Legion Hall Harry Wilcoxson Stratford Charity Commissions Wits

No Cold Too Small for Dread Tuberculosis Warning

Dr. Copeland warns readers that neglecting a common cold can lead to serious infections and even spinal or ear complications. The article explains how untreated colds can progress to middle ear infections, mastoid issues, and sinus trouble, stressing early treatment. It also offers reader questions with advised medical actions and invites inquiries to Dr. Copeland for general health topics.

Royal

France Presses For Armament and War Tax Burdens

A fragmented report discusses France demanding a larger navy and standing army amid wartime debt and taxes. It mentions civic duty, quarantine burdens, economic colony importance, and a first hand investigation by American observers for armament limit talks. The piece references a Chamber of Commerce delegation and requires readers to mail coupons for a booklet.

Gualticia Perent Bual- Tagnien Europe Chamber of Commeres United

Questions on Baby Health and Medical Advice

A reader asks if a baby cutting its upper lip means the child will tire. The response warns not to trust rumors and to consult a doctor when in doubt. The letter emphasizes avoiding unproven remedies and seeking professional medical guidance.

Question filled with mixed topics and incomplete text

A reader asks about space temperature and US neutrality in Belgium, then queries on apples as cattle feed, Canadian homestead lands, box elder vs Vawed maple, national anthems, flower color preservation, and telescope diameter. The page shows Q and A style entries with brief answers or partial responses.

Unusual Stories About Unusual Men

Vancouver readers meet Frederick Auch Amherst Sharon, claimed as the world oldest slug trot­ter by his bold 2000 mile round trip. He plans another journey this year through the southern states. Sharon never read a book until age 10 and now spends travel time reading newspapers and magazines. Traveling widens education, he says.

Vancouver B.C Frederick Auch Amherst Sharon

A Corner in Nonsense by J P McEvoy at the store

A dialogic vignette in a bustling store scene follows two wrap clerks and a crowd as they banter about dances, Susie’s dress, and a missed train. The humorous chatter highlights hurried customers and social slang in a lively urban setting.

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