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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Mar 05, 1925

Page

14

Bridgeport Telegram Subscription Rates And Details

Bridgeport Telegram publishes daily except Sunday from 40 Middle St Bridgeport Conn under The Post Publishing Co. Subscription options include annual and monthly mail in advance with weekly carrier delivery available. The paper is audited by the Audit Bureau of Circulation and is a member of The Associated Press.

the Post Publishing CO Barnum Middle St Bridgeport Conn Audit Bureau of Circulation Associated Press

Editorial Notes From a Morning Page

A collection of quips and aphorisms on manners money war and media. Brief observations touch on prudence satire and philosophical musings about life modern society and humor with a dash of political tone. The notes carry a vintage newspaper voice reflecting social attitudes and editorial commentary of the era.

Sentence Sermons on Success and Virtues

A reflective segment presents brief maxims on success happiness beauty power popularity fashion and politics. It frames success as excelling beyond expectations and happiness as loving required tasks while urging readiness for emergencies and inclusive respect in leadership.

Weather Outlook for Eastern New York and New England

The forecast covers Eastern New York, Northern and Southern New England with Thursday described as partly cloudy to cloudy and colder in parts, Friday unsettled with warmer trends inland. A northeastward disturbance from Eastern Ontario continues, temperatures rising in the Atlantic lates and falling over the upper lakes, with winds from Sandy Hook to Hatteras moderate to fresh from the south and east.

New York New England Ontario Atlantic Upper Lakes North Atlantic States Lower Lake Region Windsworth Sandy Hook Sandy Wook

Jury to Decide Carl Wilsa Murder Case Today

Prosecution and defense finished summing their arguments in the Carl Wilsa murder trial as Judge Chretople prepares to instruct the jury. A verdict on Henry Hedd’s death hinges on the jury’s decision and potential sentencing if found guilty.

Carl Wilsa Bramford Henry Hedd Cnnon Chretople U Avery Garyndl Wilson

Radio concert for Odd Fellows members

A radio concert for Odd Fellows members was held with a night program conducted after a welcome address. The event featured performances by local musicians and was attended by members, though remarks were limited and no further commentary was recorded.

ODD

President Coolidge Urges Peace and Fiscal Restraint

In his inaugural address President Coolidge favors world peace under a world court and argues for economy in taxation. He warns against wasteful spending, stresses that the government should serve the people who toil, and promotes policies to raise living standards without expanding federal power.

Coolidge Tie Congress

Public demand for minimum speed law grows

The Motor Vehicle Commissioner Stoeckel urged a Bridgeport audience to support a minimum speed law. The crowd applauded, expressing frustration with what he called moochers on the road and signaling a shift in public attitude. The newspaper notes a broader story about changing views on road safety.

Stoeckel Bridgeport

Speed, Speed Limits and Fast Highways Through Time

A reflection contrasts early 20th century speed trials in Bridgeport with modern views on speed limits. It cites a 18 mph conviction, notes today’s push for minimum speeds, and envisions a 35 mph parkway. The piece argues danger comes from changing speeds and urges traffic flow with speed.

Contemplating Change in The Church Faith and Denominationalism

A Long Island clergyman foresees a split and new reformation as denominationalism weakens spiritual power. Dr. Harry Emerson Fosdick warns against subordinating Jesus religion to church bureaucracy, while praising the church for overall good and public safeguards.

the Church Long Island Harry Emerson Fosdick Times Jesus Fosdick

Political Pointers in Ninth District Club Notice

A GOP club notice describes plans for a second pinochie lesson and a meeting where J Northey and Kate Ross are rumored to team up against Jake Miller and Alderman Sehl. The piece covers intra party divisions, inauguration talk, and regional political maneuvers including agricultural policy debates and anticipated redistricting effects in coming Congress.

J. Northey Kate Ross Jake’ Miller Alderman Sehl

It Sticks By Walt Mason Prune Purchase Folly

A quirky verse recounts a buyer who tried to pay a grocer with a phone and alchemy of language. The tale mingles a comic chase and remorse as the narrator recalls a drought of funds and a hurried rescue from debt. A playful period voice frames the mishap with rustic humor.

Walt Mason Prunes

Ghosts of Past Corruption Haunt Village Leader

A wary speaker recalls vows of virtue while revealing past political gambles that damaged trust. He admits attempting to save the village by seeking office, only to face voter backlash and accusations of distributing phony checks. Now old sins rise as ghosts to threaten future lives.

Hke Johnson Gath Atigmas

Ultimate Thrill in The Fun Shop by Frankel

A miscellany of comic sketches and letters in The Fun Shop features humorous rhymes and cartoons. The pieces include a boastful verse about life’s glamor and a sequence of humorous vignettes from modern life and family scenes.

Ultimate Thrill M. L. Frankel

Wild Willits and the Fun Shop Gazette

A playful local feature from the Bridgeport Telegram inviting readers to submit humorous verse and anecdotes for the Fun Shop section. It references characters like Doc Traprock and Doc Bald pate, hints at mischievous stories about Willits, and details submission terms and payment.

Fun Shop Headquarters Bridgeport Telegram

The Third Degree in Foreign Relations

Editorial argues for a third degree in international relations, stressing the need for real international understanding of domestic government and politics. It cites U S Japan relations, Franco German peace, and dangers of neglecting home issues in diplomacy. The piece warns against simplistic cures and urges experiential study.

Japan United States Havan Congress France Germany

Secret Words Reveal Routine Morning Work

A fragmented quote depicts a person speaking of sifting furnace ashes as a regular morning task including Sundays. The speaker questions fuel savings to cover labor and admits uncertainty about avoiding church attendance.

The Far Sighted Man Is Balanced In Vision And Will

A 1926 essay argues the ideal person blends far and near vision. People too focused on distant goals neglect the present and vice versa. The best leader balances ideals with practical wisdom, seeing both the road and the end, avoiding extremes of sophistry or mere materialism.

Itat Kansas

Rats Cause Fire In Milford Residence

Milford March 4. Fire of unknown origin probably from rats damaged a Kennedy home at 3% Front Street 740 o'clock Tuesday evening. Fire companies 1 and 1 responded, extinguishing the blaze beneath the second story flooring. Building owned by Peter Landine Pond Point. Indian River Grange meets in Coltobay Heights Friday March 8 at 8 pm for degrees on a class 0. Berrien twins Martha and Catherine with Mrs Clara Fenn and Athens to provide music and refreshments.

Milford Kennedy Pront Street Indian River Grange Berrien Martha Catherine Clara Fenn Athens

Public call for New England quake data issued by museum

Cambridge May 4 The Department of Seismology Harvard Geological Museum sent a request to the public for assistance in collecting information about the Saturday night earthquake. The department seeks personal experiences and evaluations from residents who felt the shock for research into its causes.

Cambridge Department of Seismology Harvard Geological Museum Ase New England

Retiring Cabinet Member Sworn as West Virginia Governor

Howard M. Gore, who resigned as secretary of agriculture in Washington, was sworn in as governor of West Virginia today. A telegram from President Coolidge commended Gore for national service and cited Virginia’s good fortune in his public duties.

Charleston W. Va Howard M. Gore Washington West Virginia Gore Coolidge Virginia

Parentage Undecided. Child Turned Over to SPCC

A three year old boy found abandoned in Camden, New Jersey, with two women claiming him, was debated in Philadelphia Juvenile Court. Judge Raymond MacNeille ordered the child sent to the Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children.

Philadelphia Camden Taat Dee, Comber Raymond MacNeille Ty’ Juvenile Court The Society For Prevention of Cruelty To Children

Trick Meets Herriot Ambassadors March Callers

Unclear OCR fragment notes encounters between Trick and Herriot and mentions Myron T. Her as ambassador with March timing. Content is fragmented.

Myron T Bry

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