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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Jul 26, 1923
Page
11
In Lantic City a miners union pressed for a closed shop and higher wages, threatening a strike in September. Operators rejected the demand and said they would not enter negotiations while the union seeks a wage increase and shop rules. The dispute centers on union strength and industry tenure across communities.
The article notes Montenegro’s name not appearing on the latest map of Europe. It recalls the early Serbian ruler who founded Chetzings as his capital and traces the Montenegrin nation’s formation by Serbs fleeing after the 1389 Kosovo Battle, marking Montenegro as one of Europe’s oldest states.
Washington correspondent life is glamorous but demanding with long hours, constant vigilance, and danger. The piece contrasts exciting front row access with tragedies and high stress from injuries to colleagues, noting resilience, integrity, and humility matter most in the field.
A congregation hears Rabbi Tarshish denounce Bryan and Sunday outspokenly as critics mock literal biblical inerrancy. The exchange centers on creation tales, university professors, and calls to move beyond strict biblical interpretation.
Adjutant Mark Arnold and his wife, recently moved from Lowell, take charge of local Salvation Army work with about 49 members. State Captain Edward Trumbull hosted a banquet at Argenns hotel on State Street. Meeks family moved to Holyoke two weeks ago to lead Salvation Army efforts there. The gathering included singing and speeches as members pledged support and cooperation.
A Paris letter reports a jury of noted scientists including Oliver Lodge and Charles Richet found signs during a controlled seance by medium Jean Guvick. They describe bindings, locked rooms, and moving furniture, with observed phenomena such as luminous orbs and touch sensations.
Harvey P. Bissell of Ridgefield has been appointed by President Harding to succeed James J. McGovern as Collector of Customs for the Port of Bridgeport. He will receive his commission once his bond is filed and is expected to assume duties about August 1.
A Buffalo firm promotes Peterson's Ointment claiming rapid healing of old sores and piles. A customer letter from Sigel praises its soothing effect and long use by pharmacists, noting small price and widespread belief in its miraculous power.
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