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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Jul 17, 1922
Page
4
New York July 16 report recalls Aaron Sakolski from East Side School who posed a riddle on stoicism. The teacher allegedly asked for the definition, and Aaron answered with a playful, if cryptic, line about stoic babies.
Robbins FB and Stoeckel state motor vehicle commissioner will address Bridgeport Rotary Club at Stratfeld Hall tomorrow. Stoeckel, a key figure in enforcing motor vehicle laws, oversees highway safety and heads part of the reorganized state police department, briefing planners on upcoming highway safety measures.
Four motorists were arrested yesterday for speeding after being overtaken by a patrol. Alex Borowy of Courtland Street, Louis Forte of Madison Avenue, John Lasko of Southport, and James Bumbaries of Greens Farms were detained for reckless driving. The Clock notes a new pink or blue celluloid alarm clock replacing the usual nickel one.
Idaho Springs Colorado prepares three day celebration September 3 4 and 5 to honor the 1859 gold discovery on Chicago Creek. The event features frontier displays underground mine race prizes of gold dust and a re created hanging tree frontier justice vignette with stage scenes and a whisker growing contest.
An advertisement claims Tanlac cures morning fatigue by cleansing the digestive system and removing waste buildup from overeating. It describes people waking tired as a sign of toxin buildup, and asserts Tanlac restores health, digestion, sleep, and vitality, with broad drugstore availability.
Rumors spread that John Henry Roraback may step down as chairman of the state Republican committee, with a contest brewing over his succession. William Sanderland of Waterbury backs King, while Charles A. Gates of Windham County is seen as a potential successor if votes fall into place.
Fairfield news notes an historic church on the peninsula near Watsons Point may be remodeled into an ice cream parlor. The Episcopal church once hosted summer worship and Sunday school classes, but has sat largely unused for years amid ownership disputes. bridgeport city authorities plan conversion.
Lumber and bundles of shingles valued at 300 dollars were stolen Saturday night from a house under construction on a Princeton street. They belonged to Joseph Sallaggi of 1660 Fairlaid avenue. An automobile owned by Ethel Blackman of 1292 Central avenue was stolen Saturday night from the place, license Humber Cue.
July 16 report from Bourgeois circles shows Socialists strengthening via new working coalition of majority and independent parties. Proposal from Democrats and German parties includes Christian Trade unions, with Socialists controlling the left wing. President Ebert consults leaders as cabinet tensions rise and dissolution rumors grow.
A five year old at 91 Ridge Avenue tumbled three stories from a rear porch railing but escaped serious injury, though shocked. A four year old on Seaside Park Boulevard was struck by a car narrowly breaking a leg and was treated at the emergency hospital. A sixteen year old from Greenfield Hill fell while swinging on a cable between trees, breaking his left forearm and was moved to St. Vincent's hospital. A fragment refers to a microphone description and telephony equipment.
Aboard the Soochow to Canton on July 16, reports recount a blue tiger seen in Amoy and across China, drawing Roy Chapman Andrews and other adventurers. The tale includes a risky chase, warnings about the beast, and a famed club rule about drinks for sightings. A dramatic anecdote tells of a young American who killed four cubs to save a Chinese boy, earning rewards and status. the blue tiger remains a legendary target with substantial bounties.
In Edge County a group of deputy sheriffs responded to an attack on railroad guards. City proclamation warned further strikes could prompt a request for troops to restore order as guards were kidnapped and beaten with two reported seriously feared.
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