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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Jan 18, 1921
Page
14
Adele Garrison's Revelations of a Wife features a scene with Lillian arranging outfits from a list while Marion waits, as the narrator reads ads and plans a trip. Tension hints at family dynamics and a forthcoming visit from Uncle Robert, foreshadowed by curious remarks and luncheon plans.
The article extols painting as a quick way to brighten homes with aging features. It covers painting bathrooms, shelves, floors, pipes, window and door sills, and even kitchen cupboards to improve appearance and ease cleaning, while noting modern do it yourself options have replaced skilled trades.
A fragmented notice from the Pattern Department at Garnioy 61ae Bridgeport Telegram advertises postpaid stamps and the option to receive a pattern by mail. It requests customers to send a pattern size and address, pricing around 73 cents, with a five day delivery expectation.
Annie Laurie answers a young woman torn between two suitors. She advises prioritizing a partner who fulfills both mind and heart ideals, suggesting wait for a man who truly matches her ideals rather than choosing from current options. Readers may send inquiries to Annie Laurie for future columns.
A fragmentary interview with Jamel Lewis discussing education, philosophy, and early life. It notes his Trinity education, ties to the Rotary Club, and roles in automobile work including Oakland Marmon, plus his position as secretary of the Port association and involvement with an upcoming automobile show at the Armory.
A long-winded Horoscopic column predicts strong luck for those born under a favorable aspect with Saturn and Mercury. It notes potential promotion for employed individuals and improved material conditions, while advising careful grooming, water routines, and cautious travel. It mentions named celestial influences and suggests a year of progress and social gains.
A fragmented text discusses wood durability and perfumery scents, mentioning insect resistance in woods, dyeing practices for fabrics and threads, and color treatments. It references various tools, fabrics, and processes, with notes on edge finishing, linen wear, and potential medical or craft applications.
Fragmentary OCR text references tuberculosis and medical terms with scattered names and places. The readable parts hint at a historical discussion or notice about disease, medical attention, and possibly a park or local site. Names like Miriam appear amid unclear phrases.
A 1916 health column discusses infantile paralysis, its sudden urban outbreak, and the unknown cause. It covers symptoms, reporting requirements, and the debate over contagion, plus early aftercare and the need for public funding and scientific research to improve prevention and treatment.
Yesterday a man reached into a barrel to scoop flour for biscuits and was bitten, injuring his bone. Doctors say the wound is not serious and he should recover in a few days, though he will never again put his head into a flour barrel without hesitation.
A fragmented reminiscence recounts Daniel Webster’s sharp wit and a lengthy exchange about teaching honesty through humor. It recalls Webster’s mock punishments and a pupil’s clever reply, with Lincoln's era tones and anecdotes about teachers, fields, and moral lessons in early American rhetoric.
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