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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Jul 30, 1923
Page
3
Berlin reports indicate German communists failed to topple the Cuno government, with demonstrations shrinking to small indoor meetings and limited open-air events. Police intervention was minimal as unrest amid money and food shortages persisted.
Vague OCR text reports support for Williams amid a hospital issue and mentions voting on September 5. It references a veteran group and a parade or corps event, with unclear details about outcomes, locations such as Middletown and Delaware, and individuals like Morizer or Lalas. The article is fragmentary and obstructed by garbled phrases.
An auto overturned in Farfield injuring no one, while the driver escaped. A second incident involved a stalled machine and a roadside bunk. Reports note three Germans condemned for espionage, with sentences described in terse wartime dispatches.
Sylvanus D. Locke, vice-president and treasurer of a steel company, grew up in Hoosick Falls and dreamed of driving a horse car in New York. He later pursued mechanical engineering at Cornell, studied at West Point ideals, and built a career in New York Central and related firms while supporting family interests and facing early financial challenges.
Reverend Vohn Bruce Dralon, a figure in the highway project discussion, was presented with a purse of fifty dollars as a joke gift during a congregation gathering yesterday evening. The event appeared as lighthearted recognition amid a broader tour and vacation plans mentioned by attendees.
The article describes a late opening of a show due to complaints and disruptions. It notes patron disruptions, a city superintendent’s action, and authorities investigating the cause of the delay. The piece mentions a specific theater or venue and references ongoing efforts to resume the program.
Belgian troops widen control in the Ruhr region amid World War II operations. The article notes ongoing occupation actions and regional military movements involving Belgian forces alongside Allied forces as tensions rise in central Europe.
Brookhart says blog groups including farm labor soldiers and others have formed to defend their interests amid wealth power. He argues economic inequalities push diverse blocs to pursue separate goals, uniting only under a banner of change while warning of universal shifts ahead.
Advertisers promote a weekly contest with prizes for best ads and a May 27 deadline. Local firms including A. W. Tsurritt Co and Mitchell Dairy outline prizes, while the John Irving Shoe Store touts five dollar prices and broad distribution.
St Louis man Hans How, dubbed the millionaire hobo, handed out cards advertising a conference and picnic in Wissahickon Creek area. He faced a disorderly conduct charge, was released, and awaits a hearing after officers ordered him to stop. A city hall patrol followed up as he was unable to attend services for the conference.
The Verona season ends with a Bible school closing program at the church tonight. About 240 children registered. every grade has an instructor now. Five awards per class will be given for memorization of the catechism and Scripture verses. The program includes hymns, brief addresses, and a display of work by Rev Alexander Alison’s church.
A damaged report describes the president seeking utter quiet amid a long voyage and heavy duties. General Sawyer notes stress from travel and lack of exercise may affect the president, with discussions of weather and health concerns tying to the situation and potential impacts on leadership.
Storm floods several Pennsylvania towns causing cellar and business section floodings. Residents report rising waters and damage as storms move through the region.
Obituary notices memorialize Aubnny Hibbard and Dirk Anne Habba. A list of kin in Sicily and Leecet area is noted. Services for Mat Ireland or Marie Bandy are described with burial at a local cemetery and interment details. The funeral for Albert Wise and Albert Hegins is set with high mass at St Charles Church and burial in Heasle Patls, N.
A fragmented OCR item mentions a morning fire or incident involving Haven, a volunteer fire association, and a local shop in Azle. The readable text is garbled with names and product references, including Haler’s extracts and potential advertisements.
Bridgeport Post telegraph outlines simple rules for a Zain advertising contest. Writers may submit multiple ads about any advertiser, with separate papers, and prizes are awarded weekly for ideas rather than spelling or prose. All entries become the advertiser's property.
Local merchants listed under an advertising contest for Buick automobiles. Names include Arthur L. Clark Con location 1720 Main Barnum plus multiple shops: auto accessories, tires, baby shop, art needle, yarns, Mantler's Baby Shop, First National Bank Barnum, Adams Stoth Mathers Bread, evaporated milk, groceries, clothing, furniture, and more.
Advertisers sponsor prizes for the best ads about their products. Judges John F. Keane & Co pass ads to the advertisers. top ads win items from Union Suits to milk, flour, clocks, razors, and various clothing prizes across multiple firms. Entries must be sent to advertisers by Aug 3.
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