The Industrial Army and War Mobilization Policy
An editorial argues for conscripting an industrial army to support fighters abroad. It cites Britain and France, notes three million women in war material production, and criticizes non-essential industries for hiring away needed workers. It urges a “work or fight” approach to Bridgeport’s labor market. It warns that volunteers alone strain employers and hinders national effort.
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Canada
England
Ongland
Dingland
Empire
France
Britain
Bridgeport
The Perfect Flower A Poem About Tenderness And Beauty
A lyrical meditation on light and love describing a flower as the ultimate beauty. Images of tenderness and sympathy frame the rose as southern beauty and grace. The verse treats light rain as giving the blossom grace and elevating the beloved object.
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South
Morwalk Rubber Worker May Lose Avra
A garbled wartime dispatch outlines labor unrest and wage decisions affecting 50 000 here with references to interdependence, wages, and factory strain. The report mentions Remington and Bridgeport plants, potential strikes, and labor board actions influencing pay scales and production during the war effort.
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Howe
T Linder
Tia
Weil
Minjor Tropvers
Sitas
Offici
Remington cArnis
Jarvis Villans
Gene Mianveer
Companiys
Smd
A. Haughton
Maiunager
Drew
Srawley
Machinists
Ke Witt
William Wallace
Remington Arms Company
AO Fowitt
Ile Machinists
Washington
Alajor Rogers
Bridgeport
Lave
Pasiaer
Bern
Bilby
Woo Gaibier
Patek
Peerase
Bosyege
Wwee
Hitiste
Fraetira
Willison
Tohvelon
Petaby
Kiew
Wallies
Wwe
Aseer
War Labor Board
Ateardiis
Herald
Wallace
W. J. Keppler
International Association of Machinists
Rogers
Co. O. Tier
Tamington Arms
Temington
Tyler
Remington
Plier
Contunanile
Foch
Pershing
Benital
Remington Arms
Milies
Enysiers
Coun Jarvis Willitaas
Fay Fen
Mirst
Lee
Reyeeter
Cnet
Hos
Faye
Lote
Fourth of July Parade Cited Amid Cheerful Expectations
The text reflects a festive Fourth of July mood with talk of soldiers marching in sections through the North End, thrift stamps, and hopes for a safe, enjoyable day. It notes the parade will be crowded, forecasts patriotic displays, and mentions cultural touchstones like Liberty Joan and American troops on the French front.
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Ganedd
Pepe
Ad Nations Jaguaching
Ioms
Biuuthus
Joe Angassiav
Givaites
Cawk
Ldatrioti
Dheir Jemelands
Lenina
Misia
Crus
Amecien
Ad Dirs
Wilson Hag
Allien
United States
Peru
Trenton
Liv
Teas
United
Fistes
San
Wwe
America
Philadelphia
Washington
New York
Chicago
Amichigan
Revoluties Slulesilon
Dhare
Prinée
Tresitent Walsen
Joviethy
Pea Wis County
Meiversat
Poe Reese
Looking Ahead in War Rhetoric and Resolve
The piece urges steadfast optimism and discipline amid World War I setbacks. It warns against cowards and wild reports, calls for hard, honest training for conflict, and insists victory requires sustained effort. It notes German armies occupy ruined ground while Allied air power disrupts supplies, citing a Bridgeport audience remark about leveraging advantages.
Growth of Group Insurance Revealed in State Report
The fifty third annual report of the State insurance department shows group insurance growth from 11 440 insured to 328 and coverage from 18 000 000 to 50 000 000 in five years. Commissioner Burton Mansfield notes it benefits both employers and employees and Connecticut firms account for about one third of national group insurance.
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State Insurance Department
Burton Mansfield
Aly. Mansfield
Connecticut
Ancient landmarks fall to aid a postwar Bridgeport
A columnist muses on discarded old signs and landmarks as progress reshapes Bridgeport after the war. The piece notes that persistent changes erode historic markers in the name of modernization and a rebuilt city.
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Law of Progress
Ws Center
Unclear Night Disturbances Prompt City Reflections
A fragmented report notes Saturday night activity around the rails and hints at a broader social worry. It suggests many innocent people may be caught up amid seeming delinquent concerns and calls for careful handling and prudent governance.
Tremendous Losses Spark Weakened Austrian Defense
The article reports a costly Austrian defeat amid a recent military drive near Pou and a German-Polish clash. Estimates suggest Austria’s losses reached about 200,000 with 2,000 killed or captured, while internal dissent and political strife unfold. New York Republicans gathered in a prolonged party conflict as factions opposed work or fight and compulsory training measures persist.
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Stiel
Austria
Giles
New York
Nikine Gris
Hart Defeats Plan As Fairkelem County Gropes For Chairs
A fragmented Hartford convention account describes Hart's faction opposing Bess and blocking chairmanship by J A Barlinehi and allies. The piece notes party leaders, absent members, and shifting alliances as discussions of control unfold amid a crowded room.
Bathers at Myrtle Beach Restrict Extremes on Beach
A fragmented notice from Myrtle Beach enforces dress and conduct limits for bathers. It mentions beach authority and police involvement, referencing a planned measure and enforcement details amid unclear wording.
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Myrtle Beach
Soys Seek fer Werk Heid as Trespassey
Fragmentary OCR text mentions Soys seeking work and a trepass case with unclear dates and names. It references arrest records and a forthcoming event, with cryptic phrases about a secretary and Patya. The legible items are names and scattered terms, lacking coherent narrative or dates.
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S. Soys
Heid
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