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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Jul 09, 1918
Page
16
A Topeka despatch reports a Pullman porter filing for bankruptcy, seen as a grim war-era omen. The piece questions wartime strain on workers, the ethics of tipping, and hints the Pullman company might need higher wages to avoid further hardship.
A playful poet notes old proverbs clash with modern life as he travels through dark forests and dangerous valleys. He argues that in scary times the opposite advice may be wiser, suggesting whistling to keep nerves steady amid lurking perils.
A lengthy report explains the proposed migratory bird law aimed at protecting all North American species. It traces history from earlier controls to current objections by sportsmen and hunters and highlights science driven aims to conserve wild life while balancing hunting interests.
A zigzag of humorous lines and wartime jabs form a breakfast table column. It blends patriotic quips about the Fourth of July and the Kaiser with light satire on editors and editors censoring opinions. The piece also riffs on shortages, fashion, and names in folk speech.
The French high command commended the Rainbow division for their discipline and spirit after a 100 day front term. The article highlights American efforts in rail, road, and dock construction, noting engineering efficiency as key to wartime success and American contributions behind the lines.
President Wilson speaks with plain language, framing the war as a moral struggle to defend democracy and law. The piece highlights his Mount Vernon address urging unity, the league of nations idea, and calls for civic improvements including streets, a new public library, and a renovated courthouse as signs of a growing city center.
A fragmented note describes a century year matter in Connecticut involving an oath vote with mentions of white as a radical term. It notes the public reaction and a sense of Commonwealth status but lacks clear dates or officials. No formal notice appears.
A wartime rent dispute centers on government powers and property rights. The case questions whether presidential proclamations can override local tenancy terms, with arguments citing state restrictions and police power during emergencies. Witnesses describe tenants at multiple Beardsley Street addresses and rent actions during advances in wartime policy.
Worcester Massachusetts July 8 Lieutenant Warren Hobbs of Worcester an American aviation corps member and Dartmouth class of 1919 was killed by German anti aircraft fire near Pune 26. He held the indoor track 40 yard high hurdle record at Meadow Brook and had enlisted in the Lafayette Escadrille. The article notes further commentary on wartime issues and a postponed court hearing regarding procedures and briefs.
NSW TAVIEN and three colleagues face theft charges for allegedly taking goods worth thousands from Mersick and Company. Police say the suspects admitted involvement in a months long scheme, with conspiratorial ties to a plumbing firm. Former governor Hollins is noted as a board member of Mersick Company.
A garbled notice reports on classification changes and draft hearing actions. It mentions Deen and Vicision No, with fragmented references to rechassifications and a tour date. The exact details and entities are unclear but indicate official actions affecting individuals and classifications.
An old notice warns readers that prolonged sun exposure can harm the nervous system and health. It cites cases of nervousness and fainting from intense sunlight at shores. The piece stresses moderation and notes sun exposure is dangerous in excess despite benefits.
Unclear OCR text suggests multiple victims and possible punctured lung. Names and places are garbled, but Norwich area references and police or medical responses appear. Details are too fragmentary to confirm individuals, dates, or exact cause.
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