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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Jun 18, 1923
Page
16
At Yale, President Angell argues science advances civilization and national strength but warns it cannot replace religion and culture. He stresses the need for a balanced view including arts and history, noting religion remains essential for meaning, conscience, and guidance amid scientific progress.
Senator Arthur Capper confirmed a report that his farm public papers have taken over the mailing lists of the Commoner. William Jennings Bryan’s former Commoner sub rings will see Bryan contribute to subscribers, but his signature will not appear on any narrows notes according to the agreement.
Berlin reports deny claims former Bulgarian prime minister Vasil Radoslavov will serve as foreign minister under the new regime. The Bulgarian legation emphasizes he is a party man not suitable for coalition government, denies involvement of King Ferdinand or Radoslavov in Stamouliisky’s overthrow, and notes Ferdinand remains in Bavaria while Radoslavov is in Berlin. The legation also says the government regrets Stamoulinsky's death and would have preferred a trial.
Mussolini backs a bigger emigration quota starting July 7 for America. The commissariat of immigration faces pressure from workers artists and peasants seeking inclusion. Officials aim to show the US that selective emigration benefits both nations without harming American workers.
Washington June 17 the army’s new Barling bomber described as the largest airplane ever built will soon be tested at Wilbur Wright field Ohio Lieuts Leigh Wade and Harald R Harris named as pilots for the test the 189 foot long six engine 40 000 pound craft with a 12 hour full speed capability and a 2000 gallon fuel load carries seven guns and a maximum bomb load of up to 5000 pounds with potential for heavier payloads depending on future developments
Hc Knight vice president of Southern New England Telephone denied a report that his touring car, license 1091, was seen returning from the Waterman field after a Ku Klux Klan gathering in Meriden on June 9. He called the claim an "abacalite falsehood" and said the car stayed in New Haven all night.
More than 500 people toured the U and S Eagle boat 2 percent in the harbor with officers guiding yesterday. The Naval Reserves plan their first trial trip next Saturday. Coal barge loads arrived late Saturday and will be moved today. The Huguenot ferry, fresh paint and engines overhauled, operated between Pleasure Beach yesterday. The Pequot Yacht Club series finale is set for next Saturday with 109 heats expected. Boatman Gue Polo will launch his speedboat Ann this morning after engine overhaul and paint touchups.
In Allentown on June 1, a sale of thirty colonies of honey bees at Hamilton Park drew a large crowd that stampeded and attacked buyers. Several bidders were badly stung as the scene devolved into disorder amid difficulties described in the New Haven Register.
AMBEDRST. Mass June 17 Amherst College President Alexander Meiklejohn warned that religion must guide moral creed yet many peoples fall short in applying it. He said the world killed Jesus while maintaining his teaching, and that thought lifts individuals from deep levels, though they resist following.
Smugglers operate across the Detroit River into Ecorse Michigan using Smugglers' Row shacks and boathouses. Veterans, families, and a 15 year old lad participate as boats transfer liquor from Canada for a hidden, high profit system with guards, oaths, and plate changes to evade authorities.
Lodi California June 18 Shoeing 34900 horses in twenty four years is the record of Dan Wallace a longtime blacksmith. He is among the smithys kept in business by the old horse trade though cars have cut demand. Instead of shoes he now deals with parts for automobiles.
A El Paso citizen summoned to Judge Howe's court sent an excuse note and asked the judge to pay fifty cents for delivering the message. The suspect claimed to have located the world's nerviest man and sought to avoid appearance by mail.
In Philadelphia an unidentified bandit with a crucifix on arm was killed in an early morning duel with a policeman after robbing Ronald Czarnofski. Czarnofski cried for help as two companions fled. Officer Peter Osman heard the commotion and intervened.
In a Pittsburgh Chronicle Telegraph reading, a teen grawled and paused, a conductor remarks there will be heaps of time. A figure called the yevil one brings seeds, hinting at a quiet scene with flowers and lingering moments.
Kitchen cabinet shown as compact, serviceable home workshop unit with an ironing board, attached metal desk, kitchen range, and light wiring. Sliding doors save table space. white enamel finish. includes shelves, glass panes, and a decorative gas coal range.
Cambridge June 17. President A Lawrence Lowell of Harvard tells graduates that man fails only if he believes so and that wisdom lies in changing method after experience. He cites Abraham Lincoln’s early store venture as an example of perseverance leading to success.
Detroit will receive a park near Grand River as dictated by the late William C. Stoepel secretary treasurer of the Stoepel Land Company. The will directs the city to use the park for public enjoyment and notes the disposition of Stoepel property and related trust provisions.
Parochial schools honor 58 graduates from St Charles and St Joseph programs. Rev P J McGivner presided at Mass and diploma ceremonies, with 35 St Charles graduates and 13 St Joseph graduates receiving diplomas and Holy Communion. Names span Elizabeth Bandurick to Sadie M Martin for St Charles. Gertrude Bievel to Joseph Yaxtes for St Joseph.
Fort Worth reports a pecan tree near Lampaten Texas produced a nut crop valued at $500 in one year. State inspector A I Fable recently sprayed the tree with 100 gallons of spray. The tree stands over 169 feet tall and is described as immense.
Stockholm June 1 an order for two passenger motor ships for Pacific Coast service has been placed with a Gothenburg shipyard by an American company. The vessels will be built and finished in Sweden, each about 3000 tons with a speed of 18 knots. This marks the first time American firms ordered large ships from Sweden.
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