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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Mar 10, 1921
Page
10
The Bridgeport Telegram details its publication history and subscription terms. Advertising and representative details are listed, including office locations and claims of circulation auditing and Associated Press news use.
A brief poem fragment by John Kendrick Bangs on perspective and mood. The speaker contrasts a cynical view with an uplifting outlook, suggesting life reflects what one chooses to see and that joy arises from a smiling perspective.
Fragmented notes reference a blizzard, naval woes, tax politics, street extensions, beer brewing, interior secretary duties, jitney buses, water and power debates, and knee length skirts, hinting at a period of political tension and social change with scattered commentary and local concerns.
Harry W. Shropshire of 138 Terry Street has long been a dealer in stationery and office supplies. He belongs to Chamber of Commerce and Shropshire Cannon Sweet firms and has been a Mason for 12 years, with membership in Brooklawn and Arena clubs.
The essay argues laziness, not poverty, blocks saving and notes that small, regular deposits build a large, automatic habit. It praises building and loan associations for guiding the desultory saver toward consistent, fixed-interval deposits, even with modest incomes.
Thomas Milton of the Philadelphia Rapid Transit figures that wealth should not be bequeathed to heirs who cannot share the effort. He argues that only money can be inherited, while genius, skill, and power—gleaned by hard work—cannot. Many millionaires follow a similar creed, giving wealth to public welfare rather than family dynasties.
The text argues the United States bore the heaviest financial burden in World War I, with 411,874,000,000 still to be taxed later. It claims nothing gained from the war justified the price, notes Allied handling of a potential Pacific cable base, and insists the U.S. will not concede control of the island to unfriendly powers, echoing firm postwar stances of France and Britain.
The congress debate centers on heavy tariffs for newsprint to aid struggling American paper mills. Critics note the industry recently posted high profits, while producers argue tariffs could protect jobs and raise government revenue. The viewpoint includes politicians, including President Harding, and concerns over Canadian imports.
The piece discusses March milk prices showing a price drop for producers but higher consumer costs, with dealers reducing to consumers by two cents a quart and outlining a broader argument on distribution costs. It also covers railroad bond holdings, rates, and a proposed holding-company approach to unify the system under centralized control, plus a New York vagrant case where the magistrate tells him to sentence himself.
Herbert Hoover is likely to be named director general of railroads in addition to his role as secretary of commerce. The plan envisions a United States railroad corporation taking over rail lines and stocks from willing sellers, operating under private service until the government owns them. The move, discussed quietly with interstate commerce commission support, aims to address looming railroad costs and potential government control.
A satirical verse mocks professors and their toil for knowledge versus popular gifts of wealth. It contrasts fighters like Dempsey with scholars, noting scholars struggle for loans, modest incomes, and frugal living as society praises flashy wealth over study.
Bridgeport set with town events including a meeting and sociable at the parlor and school room, an athletic club entertainment at the Opera House, a birthday tribute to Willkar Ehrevich at the gas works, and Captain William Kinsella’s death in East Bridgeport after two months illness. Local officials authorized costs for Danbury court matters. a vane presentation and celebratory farewell occurred among Gas Co workers and Bulls Head Hotel gatherings.
A long OCR fragment presents questions and answers on diverse topics. It covers navy bean names, ancient gems, army costs in Germany, mythic rivers, moth deterrents, auction suit rules, poultry hatching guidance, Bacon powder origins, and various biographical and historical notes. The text lists inquiries to The Telegram Information Bureau and includes responses touching on names, historical costs, and miscellany.
The Bridgeport Telegram Information Bureau offers a free Red Cross bulletin The School Childs Health guiding parents on testing sexes, moderating appetite, preventing tuberculosis and contagious diseases, with a request for stamps for a copy.
A special assistant to the Attorney General was announced today by Attorney General Daugherty. J A Fowler, formerly an assistant attorney general under WicklERSham, will help reorganize the department as needed. The appointment marks Daugherty's first selection.
Fragmented verse mentions Italy and olive trees with a brave shell resting image. It references Rockland Independent and Howland, suggesting a local obituary or tribute note. The readable text centers on memory and blessing with a patriotic tone.
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