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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Jul 27, 1923
Page
7
In a hard fought Davis Gap Round match Canadians faced Japanese opponents with strong offensive drives. Shins produced a decisive win while other features included intense defense and pivotal plays, leaving the Canadians narrowly behind in a tense contest.
An article lists six types of wives said to hinder husbands and describes behaviors such as controlling social life, spying on male friends, and managing every detail of the partner’s career. It contrasts these with positive support and independence, noting the best path is shared growth and respect. The piece includes anecdotal examples and reflections on marital dynamics and female influence.
Johnny Quirk seizes the Elks stake of 3000 dollars after a tight series of heats, beating rivals including Roberts in a competitive harness event. The program featured multiple heats with favorites slipping, Lady Bondsman, Stirling, Julia at reel, and Geld Kingan among notable performers.
Obituary notes Agnes Tord and Agnes Forté as long residents of the south ward. Details list relatives, funeral plans, and burial at Lakeview Cemetery with services in St. Patrick’s church. Also mentions several figures and locations including Frank Kubik and Lakeview.
A fragmented discussion cites Dr Sedwin T Hodge of the University of Oregon arguing about aborigines eating cold food and skeletal teeth evidence from ancient remains near the Santium River. The passage also includes unrelated musings on candidates and poetry with unclear context.
A fragmented, ornate narrative contrasts a city near heaven with lavish ancient spectacles. It recalls Maree Pelo’s accounts of celestial feasts, 10 000 guests for months, gold dinners, and 15 000 000 residents, painting an era of opulence and mythic grandeur through garbled text.
A fragile OCR adventure notes a Pridgeport branch of Sarge Company offering relief for tired feet. Customers were examined, advised to wear inserts, and given devices to ease foot pain. The piece ends with a street address at 158 Fairfield Ave near Main St.
An antique advertisement touts Sweet Dreams as a reliable mosquito repellent for travelers in Africa. A jetter from a New Orleans sender praises its effectiveness, claiming it repels bites all night. Bottle with sprinkler cap sells for $1.00, distributed by Hindle drug stores and other outlets.
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