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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Jul 07, 1920

Page

8

Local Newspaper Notice From Bridgeport Publishing

Fragmentary OCR reads like a Bridgeport Telegram masthead with address, phone, and circulation notes. It mentions The Associated Press and a local feature titled A Line O Cheer, plus a stray attribution line to Kendrick Bangs amid unreadable lines.

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Editorial on politics and independence during holidays

The piece muses on Democratic and Republican vigor in action, mentions Independence Day, Labor Day, and draft dodgers, with riffs on liberty, national conventions, and cultural expectations. It notes upcoming events and aims for a lively, period tone while nodding to public sentiment and entertainment.

Sidewalk Snapshots Leads New City Project

A readable fragment notes a leading item in a new city project titled Sidewalk Snapshots. It mentions involvement with groups named the YMCA and Y. M. H. Schaudizeria, indicating the first major component of the effort at the former Eaglet bail location.

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The Democratic Nomination Debate and Cox Harding Prospects

The piece analyzes William Jennings Bryan's lone opposition to Ohio Governor James M. Cox for the Democratic nomination. It notes Cox as a strong, self-made campaigner with a progressive record, contrasts him with McAdoo, Palmer, and other Republicans, and highlights the era’s shift toward a grounded, effective candidate. It also discusses the roles of women voters and the suffrage issue shaping the election.

Wiliam Jennings Bryan Janes M. Cox Ohio Bryan Cox Harding Nebraska McAdoo Furding Palmer America Bryan McAdoo

Broad Street Extension Opposed by Civic Bodies

Two nonpolitical groups in Bridgeport protest a Broad street tunnel plan. The City Plan Commission argues the 23 year old project is outdated, favors Harrison street as a cheaper alternative, and warns of rising debt while urging cost effective traffic solutions around Water Street and the Plaza to relieve Main Street.

Broad Street Chamber of Commerce Chamber City Plan Commission Main Street Harrison Street State Street Jobs Nolen Bridgeport Ai Trafic Water Street Plaza

Limit Armaments Call From Hoover and Leaders

The piece argues for an international arms limit led by the United States Britain France and Japan. It notes US naval buildup, Britain a sea power, France conscription, and Japan autocratic readiness. It suggests Germany could be pressed back to disarmament and proposes a four-nation conference or League of Nations action to lower arms and taxes.

Herbert Hoover United States Great Britain France Japan Germany League of Nations and

Meeting the Demand and Price Fluctuations

The article discusses price trends and public demand, urging moderate price reductions and steady buying. It warns that excessive price swings could cause unemployment and a breadline, while noting retail price cutting and the push for supply and demand balance.

Bridgeport 40 Years Ago From the Standard 1889

Bridgeport notes from July 1889 include licensing back orders for the coming year, a Howe Band concert in Fairfield, and Edward Bliss injury at Wheeler and Wilson. City lamps order, Washington Park event, Major Frye’s visit, a Paris letter, and local New Haven teams scores are mentioned along with Bridgeport team scores and various civic updates. Annual temperance event at Lakeville Grove and Bridgeport representation noted. A yacht trip to Long Island and Port Jefferson tale, Fourth of July celebrations, and society updates close the column.

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Uphill Verse On the Road to Restful Inn

A poetic meditation by Christina Georgina Rossetti questions whether the journey ends in rest and shelter after a long day. The speaker asks if darkness will shield the traveller and if an inn will provide beds and companionship for weary souls. The poem evokes endurance, faith, and the comfort of a welcoming place.

Span of Life Is On the Increase

Washington dispatch summarizes rising longevity aided by healthier living and medical advances. It notes how past centuries showed shorter lifespans, contrasts heart and artery concerns in youth, and discusses heredity and lifestyle as factors in extreme old age. It references officials and medical researchers evaluating longevity trends and preventive measures.

Summer Health Rules From A Paragon Of Parsimony

A humorous sketch advises surviving summer through simple rules. It lists avoiding heavy meats and alcohol, favoring cooling foods like onions and yams, and choosing prunes and wholesome fare. The narrator contrasts meat lovers with fruit eaters, endorsing moderate meals to stay comfortable in the heat.

Walt Jay

Sunday debates and questions from The Telegram edition

A reader quiz presents questions and answers on topics from government to natural history, touching Harding and public service. It gathers curiosities about blue gowns Chinese fireworks Puritans and Pilgrims, eagle incubation, St Lawrence canal, and Sunday observance in a reflective column on modern life and work.

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