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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Jan 15, 1923
Page
8
Fragmented notes mention a 64 year old actor known as a top comedian, a Newark auto show linked to Dr. Cous auto-succession expert, a cat show prize, and a man recalling a relationship. Other items cover taxes in France, a Tracy Oregon farmer dispersing field by airplane, and various quips about politics, weight, and daily life with playful paradoxes.
The forecast covers Southern New England and eastern New York with clearing conditions Monday and colder Tuesday. A marked Atlantic disturbance to the east of Newfoundland brings winds rain and snow, while another Lake Superior region storm moves east with snow in the Great Lakes and mid-Atlantic states. Temperature has risen in the past day with generally fair weather by Tuesday. Strong winds shift from north of Sandy Hook to westery by Monday with rain and snow, then clearing.
Bridgeport Telegram published daily except Sunday by The Post Publishing Co at 4 Middle St Bridgeport Conn Open every day and night Subscription rates payable in advance 7.80 5 per year Includes Associated Press news dispatches and local news content Copyright and republication terms listed in the document.
Benjamin Behlesinger resigned today as president of the International Ladies' Garment Workers' Union during a Quebec Montreal executive committee meeting. He has been linked to factional fights within the union and described as a conservative adversary by some officials. Official reason given for the resignation was stated as the motive.
A special legislative committee led by ex Senator Bowers urges repeal of the home rule charter act claiming it fails. The report argues for more municipal latitude but is criticized as not substantiated and calls for a simpler workable home rule bill rather than repeal.
The piece analyzes Versailles Treaty Article Ten protecting territorial integrity and Article Nineteen allowing reconsideration of treaties, amid French actions in the Ruhr and European tension. It questions whether the League of Nations can enforce Article Nineteen or if the treaty must be scrapped and renegotiated.
The New York World argues for immediate League of Nations action under Article Nineteen to mitigate Versailles flaws. It supports using equitable powers to temper French legalism and balance Germany's rights, warning against excluding pacifist Germany and proposing a reform or scrap and a fresh start with the United States allied again.
Wilton J P George W Ogden uses plain spoken justice in a case involving a 12 year old who took an ax coat and canned goods. He spanks in court then notes reform schools often fail and advocates parental discipline as cheaper and more effective, urging fair handling over costly legal action. A separate Wilton incident with a stone thrown at a car ended with parents paying $5 for damages.
The letters lampoon neighborly snow shoveling chaos and criticize an earlier medical men editorial. One writer mocks various shovels from coal to wood as snow flies on sidewalks while joking about crackdowns on nonshovelers. Another writer challenges the medical men editorial by arguing cold infections arise from drafts and air moisture, not just damp weather or sneezes.
Walt Mason laments relentless door to door solicitations for money to fund a retreat for consumptive auctioneers. He mocks the persistent drivesmiths and warns against “digging” into savings under threat of public shaming. He calls to end wartime style fund drives that invade homes and take joy from daily life.
An article notes Krupp’s costless chrome steel as a wartime substitute for platinum and nickel plating, used in instruments and even artificial teeth plates. The piece also admires May Christie’s Girl in the Corner Apartment and reports on a moth control chemical that kills cloth moths by making fabric unpalatable.
A compilation of concise expert Q A items across topics such as propeller speed ranges for airplanes, safety matches composition, Revolutionary War Navy strength, Texas land area versus England and Wales, suggested capital at Trenton, federal railroad takeover dates, the shortest state constitution, and the seven masted schooner Thomas W Lawson.
The piece extols shared joy among youths from city and country with a chorus inviting others to join. It contrasts lonely paths with communal happiness and hints at universal friendship across peoples from Timbuctu to Dover. The song asserts joy lasts longer when shared and imagines unity among nations.
A columnist argues that children imitate guests and family friends, causing embarrassment. To shield kids from inappropriate behavior, keep them with trusted adults until old enough to reason. Preserve family trust by letting children learn at home and later judge others’ conduct. Tomorrow Bob Tells the World.
An early health column explains mucous colitis, its symptoms, and the importance of a non irritant diet. It advises avoiding roughage, selecting strained meals, and offering a structured daily menu with cooked cereals, strained vegetables, meats, and desserts. It emphasizes moderate portions, frequent meals, and limited water.
A reader asks about nasal congestion and catarrh and is offered a remedy upon sending a self addressed stamped envelope. Other questions cover blue leg veins, brain tumor symptoms with X ray suggestion, cod liver oil timing, knee joint grinding treated by electricity and therapy, and advice on feeding two growing children. Dr Copeland offers personalized replies when a stamped envelope is included.
Belgium moves to raise taxes to cover a deficit caused by Germany failing to pay war damages. The proposed measure, to be submitted Monday for cabinet approval, will affect personal property matches automobiles and incomes.
Bridgeport branch of the American Society of Mechanical Engineers will meet Thursday night at the Stratford hotel. Engineering societies throughout the state will be represented.
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