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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Jul 20, 1926
Page
12
Bridgeport Telegram publishes daily except Sunday by The Post Publishing Co. at 1406 Midwest Bridgeport Conn. Subscription rates in advance include 1 month 83.1 week by carrier 15. Milford and Fairfield patrons have direct phone access. Member Audit Bureau of Circulation and Associated Press.
Fragmented remarks attributed to Sean discuss postwar U S loan policy to France and allies. The text claims the United States funded much of the war via loans, with critics noting Britain borrowed heavily and questioning repayment terms. The piece critiques political framing and asks who benefits from foreign debt rhetoric.
A fragment from the Central Christian narrative presents a parable of grinding. A dull dullard the grind claims life is a mere grind yet transformation emerges as a gem forms within pressure and time. The piece ends with a warning that no clear moral is offered despite the vivid caveats of fate and craft.
Fragmented text argues about drawing the President into a fall campaign to aid Republican senators. It speculates on Coolidge's ability to campaign while respecting constitutional separation of powers and notes the impact on state votes and national prestige.
A Bar Association meeting adopts a warning about the danger of unthinking support for government actions. The text argues that Americans must defend constitutional rights, resist unauthorized incursions, and recognize the nation’s laws reflect underlying political theory. It laments that Congress and public remain unsettled on core goals of American government.
The column surveys Republican factions in Bridgeport and surrounding towns, noting intraparty tensions, resignations, and the Willard organization’s August function. It highlights election irregularities in Chicago and broader U S issues, including Philippine independence prospects and Iowa gatherings linked to Governor Lowden’s supporters. It closes with a stream of aphorisms on politics, leadership, and society.
A fragmented poem by Anne Campbell repeats the line He has written His name upon the hills. Readable phrases describe green hills with stars, crystal rills, and a caller pausing to heed the universal message etched on high. Some garbled text interrupts the verse, but the core image remains a hillside inscription.
A 1926 editorial critiques the direct primary system, arguing money and media power dominate candidate selection. It notes bosses built machines and fears quality suffers as affluent outsiders win races through ads and fame. It calls voters to engage directly to reform the process.
An essay-like profile argues Henry Ford built a vast economic kingdom through innovative production and wage policies. It notes his wealth surpasses many nations, his independence from critics, and his influence on American industry within a free society.
A fragmentary poetic meditation on women's legs and gowns, contrasting varied shades and styles with urban crowds. The speaker laments fatigue at constant viewing and the pervasive display of legs through fashion and street scenes, ending in a note of disenchantment.
Chicago reports a notable rise in radio reception this summer as distant stations come in clearly. Experts cite the sun's southward move reducing a magnetic blanket, allowing low power transmitters and stations within 150 miles to be heard with less interference despite increased static from thunderstorms and fading.
An auto salesman at Puive-rdenete Motor company reports his car stolen from in front of his home at 27a Fairfield Avenue. The incident description lists the theft as observed by the salesman and notes concern over the suspect or suspects who fled the scene, with further details obscured by garbled text.
Readers ask about a virtuous future partner and the problem of innocent child illnesses. Cadman urges recognizing true manhood, offers medical and ethical angles on suffering, and cites Job to seek lasting faith amid unanswered questions.
Worcester July 13 The Wesley Methodist Episcopal church in this city plans a color driven interior for its new edifice. Cream ivory rooms with rose hangings, miniature church like classes with altars and stained glass, and baby cribs for parents attending services. Sessions will run longer with 42 minute study periods. Notable summer preachers include Bishop William F. Anderson Daniel L Marsh Charles J Goodell and Dr Chown.
Cambridge Massachusetts AP reports Harvard Law School endowment fund progress toward a 5 million goal with about 1.86 million pledged. Wilson M Powell of New York chairs the campaign, noting 400000 from individuals and 50000 from a recent General Education Board grant for early stage research funding.
Filomena YC Nonno died April 17. Her February 20, 1922 will disinherits three children, Ralph, Paul and Edward Nonno husband. The estate totals about $2,000 and leaves $2,000 to Ralph, $300 to Paul, $1,500 to Edward with the residue to the husband. Rocco Laurensina Giovannina receive nothing without reason given.
Eastern New York sees partly cloudy and warm temps with a possible thunderstorm Wednesday. Northern New England remains partly cloudy and warmer with isolated showers. Southern New England mostly cloudy but mild with showers by night. Strong northwest disturbance shifts cool air into the lower lakes and Ohio valleys by Wednesday.
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