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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Jul 01, 1922
Page
12
A jumble of editorial quips recalls beer in Beyot, marriage, memory, and social quirks. Bits discuss a century-old Benavor Cole, tariff talk, and jokes about judges, vacuums, and language skills. The piece reads as scattered reflections with sharp, era-tinged tone.
Wimbledon scenes shift from fiery exchanges to skill as Molla and Suzanne reach early rounds. Weather forecasts show showers across New England with unsettled Atlantic coast winds. Separate notice from Snorwalk reports divorce granted to Dorothy Ashston in Stamford. allegations center on neglect of a dog.
The Connecticut company plans a one mile extension on North Main street to Bethany Chapel, signaling confidence in the five cent fare as a sustainable business model amid jitney restrictions. The move follows prior service cuts and the line’s lease voidance from Danbury and Bethel, with hopes to regain public favor by offering low fares and broader coverage.
The House and Senate agreed in conference on amending the 1862 act to provide national banking associations charters for 99 years or until dissolved. The change ends recurring 20 year renewals, aligning with state bank practice and correcting a century of uncertainty.
A national stir follows Mayor George L. Oles of Youngstown resigning amid graft accusations and alleged incompetence after a six month term. The governor weighed a removal petition as Oles, an opportunist with a controversial platform, faced scrutiny and repudiation.
The report hints at a global Prohibition wave ending bars on election days in Manila. It notes 48 hours of dry policy, observes local good nature, and mentions the broader American history of barroom closures during voting. It also briefly covers a curios note on Gin and glassmaking curiosities linked to Harvard and a mystified tale of invention.
A speaker pleads for relief from a swarm of persistent flies described as a swatter chorus in a domestic scene. The daughter is urged to bring a copper framed clapper and pearl handle swatter to battle buzzing intruders that dampen the household with their ceaseless flight and nuisance.
The Southern New England Telephone Co reports a net gain of 184 telephones in April. Bridgeport district totals rise to 49 034 with a net city decrease to 19 489 in operation. Districts vary with New Haven up 784 to 47 804 and Waterbury at 28 416. Overall system gains 86 stations for the month and 2 624 for the year, about 7 percent below company estimates.
New Haven June 20 unnamed Mrs B Tohn store leaped into the Galaninpic river to save Nelson Fedward aged 7 who slipped from a dock and fell into the stream. Nearby workers heard cries for aid and rushed to help but the boy disappeared before they could reach him. Searchers are seeking his body.
A lyrical invitation describes a small lakeside shack with an open door and a peaceful haven away from toil. It promises calm water, forest air, a fire at night, and a dreamless sleep until dawn, inviting the reader to leave business behind and join for simple pleasures.
Advice for keeping children comfortable in hot weather with light meals, cool rooms, and outdoor picnics. Emphasizes cool salads, vegetable soups, homemade ice cream, and early morning cooking, plus tips to avoid heat-related mood changes and to plan occasional day trips. Aimed at parents during warm months, including a July Fourth note.
Washington, June 4. President Harding signed the Army Appropriation bill, carrying about 274,090,000 and provisioning enlisted personnel of 125,990 and an officer strength of 12,000. This is the last such bill before the new fiscal year.
Sidney G Ward was held by Coroner Samuel A Etterman as criminally responsible for the homicide of Flora Louise Benedict at her home near Kort Mountain South Kent May 17. The Associated Press report notes Ward shot and killed Mrs Benedict and was held after investigation.
In this health column Dr Roxal Copeland explains senile colitis as chronic colon inflammation from undigested waste and constipation leading to diarrhea. Guidance includes high enema clearing, diet with well strained vegetables, generous cream portions, and doctor consultation for heart or toe pains, toe infections, ingrown nails, eye yellowing, sore throat, height concerns, and general health questions from readers.
A telegraphic information desk recaps the top advertisers, naming Blackman Advertising and American Tobacco as leaders, with annual ad outlays of 2.5 million and 1.25 million respectively. Other firms like Pinkham Americas Sugar Moyers and Joseph Campbell Co. also show notable budgets. The report lists several brands and sums across industries.
In Ada Oklahoma on June 20 a curious tale recalls Charlie Wesley Ellis once splitting rails and meeting a tall stranger who challenged him. After a clash the man left with 310 and tobacco, and Ellis later served as a Civil War veteran and preacher. A consigning note claims a superior officer named President Lincoln judged him, with a backstory tying to Alaska. Also advertised is a concrete use booklet offer with a coupon included.
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