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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Mar 12, 1926
Page
12
Bridgeport Telegram publishes subscription rates with advance payment details. The ad lists year and month prices, weekly carrier options, and daily delivery for Bridgeport Connecticut. It notes office hours open daily and a direct phone line for Munford and Fairfield patrons to reach advertisers without toll charges.
The piece argues that American auto purchases in 1925, funded by installment credit, spurred immense activity across dealers, manufacturers, and consumers. It claims a two billion dollar credit wave, with one billion paid cash, backing a massive economic chain reaction and national confidence despite debates on extravagance.
In a Pacific coast controversy General Butler denounces Col Alexander Williams for serving cocktails at a dinner in his honor. Butler objects to the host’s conduct though the charge is not of liquor manufacture or sale. He defends constitutional limits and laments publicity.
City faces frequent delays on the Boston Post Road as the Stratford avenue bridge jams. The fault likely lies not in the bridge type but possibly in foundations slipping, risking misalignment. Calls rise for a thorough, not temporary, fix to reach the root of the trouble.
In a sweeping winter storm the Blizzard of 83 left northern and eastern sections in chaos. Snow and drifting winds halted transport, with towns reporting grounded trains and damaged infrastructure as residents huddled indoors awaiting relief.
An Ansonia stone mason Thomas Burns died in Bridgeport after consuming poisoned liquor at Hillside Nome. The piece notes poison deaths as a reflection of prohibition, contrasts alcohol and denatured liquor figures, and touches on broader social commentary and stray verse and quotes. The article intertwines statistics with satire and scattered musings on class and culture.
Harbormaster Lamond sought 2400 from the Public Works division to remove a sunken cement barge near the harbor entrance, but the request was denied. A visiting tug later struck the Uerellet causing potential damages near 4000, with the city possibly liable for costs. Nearby, overcrowded grammar schools seek funds for trailers and improvements as teachers cope with harsh conditions. officials plan to add three trailers for ash collection and regulate city finances amid votes and political maneuvers in Hartford and West Hartford.
A satirical poem portrays a learned professor exhausted by debt and hunger, yet delivering hard earned truth to students. The piece contrasts his shabby garb and wan condition with the lure of fame as a star athlete emerges, while the scholar seeks respect and financial stability.
The article lauds France’s swift move back to Geneva led by Briand and Herriot, presenting it as proof of France’s devotion to world peace. It notes France’s postwar choices like accepting the Dawes plan and Locarno, while acknowledging internal political troubles. The piece emphasizes France’s role on the European reconstruction path and its commitment to peace despite domestic strife.
Fairy Carpenters describe spring imagery where cheerful fairies resume work with tiny hammers building in fields and woods. The verse portrays renewal, nature waking, and flowers blooming as fairy artisans craft a brighter world with delicate tinkling sounds.
Fragmentary lines present a devotional note praising sermons as vacation for the soul. The text blends misspelled phrases with religious sentiment, suggesting sermons cleanse conscience and soothe nerves, though many words are garbled and unreadable.
A historic overview of Los Angeles water systems detailing the Owens River Aqueduct, Mojave Desert route, Sierra taps, and the capacity to serve two million people. It notes a 120 000 acre foot reservoir capacity, 89.9 billion gallons, and plans for a 260 mile future aqueduct to serve seven million. The piece highlights treatment methods, disinfection advances, and the health impact of clean water since 1902.
Nearly 7000 Bridgeport Elks members and guests filled the lodge on State Street for Irish Night. The event featured talent from Palace Park and Poli’s theatres and Tingling Brothers Barnum and Bailey acts, with Americans and Irish flags, shamrocks, and festive decor. Noted performers included McMonough Tanley Dunn Neary Keegan Whalen Fitzgerald Prochaska Valek James Saunders and Quilty. Maher’s Ragpirers and Stapleton’s orchestra provided music.
Secretary Jardine faced charges of rabbit tracking from Representative Kincheloe during House Agriculture hearings in Washington. The dispute arose as lawmakers debated a bill to address farm problems, including an equalizing fee on agricultural products and a federal board, with statements from William Thirth challenging Jardine’s stance and later remarks suggesting ambiguity on his position.
In Waltham Massachusetts on March 11 193? a four year old girl Josephine Nouvera died after her clothing caught fire. Her grandfather Lewis No com sustained burns while attempting to rescue her and both were hospitalized. The child died at the hospital.
A benefit whist and movable will be given by the Twelfth District Republican Club in its club rooms at 41 Mona Avenue tonight. Ashe Caner is Hovpey Worthy. attendance is expected.
The Rev Dr William Dawson Bridge long known as dean of Shorthand writers and secretary to Bishop Vincent at the time the Chautauqua movement was founded died at his home in Oram New Jersey at age eighty six He was editor of the Phonographic World and historian and librarian of the National Shorthand Reporters association He directed reporting corps at Methodist Episcopal quadrennial conferences 1880 to 1912 and represented America at the first International Shorthand Congress in London in 1887.
The Connecticut Governor's Foot Guard and the Richmond Blues of Virginia won official French permission to parade in uniform and arms in Paris this summer. The two units plan a European voyage by ship in April, visiting England and Belgium and the tombs of unknown soldiers. State Department actions secured France's approval while Belgium and England had not replied.
The Section of Foreign Born of the Bridgeport Council of Social Agencies plans a spring festival on Tuesday and Wednesday in May. Miss Victoria Larmour Miss Florence Cassidy and Miss Ida Hull head the program committee organizing branches and coordinating with national groups to showcase spring customs in song dance and costume at the Pyramid Temple mosque on State street along with handwork displays.
Father Trussel of St John’s College Brooklyn spoke to a class of nurses at St Vincent’s hospital last night. He delivered a talk on the topic of marriage and related social duties, drawing on his studies at Angelica University and his home base in Frederick J. Russel, UM.
Martin Van Buren Wilcoxson, descendant of a president, died Friday at Flademt hospital from a fractured skull in what investigators say was accidental. Assistant District Attorney Ryan Porte announced the finding to District Attorney Banto. The death had sparked a mystery over whether it was an accident or attack, with Mr. Riva leading the probe.
In Balboa the sictany secretary of the man fired here yesterday bored the MoS Cylorahy, leaving little clear about motives or next steps as officials investigate the peculiar incident at the Cat Zone near March.
Russell Neary and Vrank Fin appeared before the Board of Aldermen Claims committee seeking payment for two weeks’ pay under the ripper regime. City Attorney A L DeLaney had ordered removal from payroll on July 15. The matter may be referred to the legal department for opinion. Sania Abramowitz sought reimbursement for auto damage from a July storm after driving under a Bishop Avenue railroad viaduct. his submerged car caused clothing, a radio puzzle, and other losses.
A State Motor Vehicle department report shows Hartford leading with 39 accidents and Bridgeport second with 14 in the past week. The 221 total incidents occurred across 13 cities, including New Haven 20 and Waterbury 4, with no events in Winsted.
Paris papers report Spanish actress Raquel Meller broke the bank at the Cannes casino, winning 600 030 francs in a lucky sequence.
Light snow expected in eastern New York and southern New England on Friday with a colder Saturday and fair conditions. Northern New England to be partly cloudy and very cold on Friday. Saturday partly cloudy to overcast with bands of snow in the north. Disturbance near Hatteras brings northeast winds possibly gale force offshore, with rain or snow and cooler temperatures. Observations show 8 pm temperatures at New Haven reporting station.
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