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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Mar 14, 1925

Page

16

Bridgeport Telegram 1991 Subscription Rates

Bridgeport Telegram notice lists subscription rates payable in advance for 4 man issues, monthly and weekly options, with publication by The Post Publishing Co at 140 Middle Street Bridgeport Conn. The paper notes AP News use and bureau affiliation, with circulation audits and 24 hour access via Barnum 6100 exchanges.

el Pupishea Lally the Post Publishing CO Barnum Middle St. Bridgeport

Editorial Notes From A Morning Vermont Page

Fragmented notes reflect random editorial musings on politics war preparedness and social changes. Mentions amendments voters jury numbers liberty and headlines with scattered quotes and personal asides. The piece reads as an informal editorial collage with unstable topics and stray phrases.

Bridgeport Police Head Receives Anniversary Honors

Congratulations are due to Patrick J Flanagan for his twelfth anniversary as superintendent of Bridgeport police. The force is well organized under his leadership and capable of handling emergencies with discretion. The traffic department keeps city streets flowing, and visitors praise the policemen’s courtesy and consideration.

Patrick J Flanagan Budgeport Flanagan Bridgeport

Mayor Behrens Delays Insurance Letter Filing

The mayor plans to place on file a letter from insurance agents who yesterday argued for municipal insurance. The letter is not expected to require a reply, per the mayor.

Behrens

Weather and political shifts in the Northeast and Capitol scene

The forecast notes rain and winds across eastern New York and New England with clearing on Sunday. In Bridgeport city planning, 60 miles of streets need attention while politicians discuss committee leadership and party splits in Congress, highlighting Tilson’s ascendancy and a Rhode Island replacement.

New York Middle Atlantic Quebec Rocky Mountains Atlantic Bandy Hoek East Port North Atlants Sandy Hoon Randy Hook Hatteras Bennett McCiay Bridgeport Jthe

A Certain Rich Man of the Rockefeller Line

The article portrays the younger John D. Rockefeller as a generous, progressive force. It highlights his tax payments, philanthropy to St. John's Cathedral, support for higher education for the colored race, and his open stance toward religion and industry reform. It sees him as a unique, influential figure among American magnates and speculates on his future influence as head of the Rockefeller family.

John 2. Rockefeller Mr. Rockefeller Episcopal St. John’s Abby Rockefeller America Myr Rockefeller Ele Rockefeller House of Rockefeller

Boy Scouts of America Celebrate Fifteen Years of Growth

The organization marks a 15 year existence with membership rising from a few thousand in 1910 to about 700 000 today. The Scouts jubilantly celebrate their anniversary and trace their roots to England under Sir Robert Baden-Powell as America developed its program.

BOY Scouts Boy Scouts of America England Sir Robert Baden-Poweill America

Boy Scouts of America Emerges From Earlier Groups

An article traces the formation of the Boy Scouts of America from Woodcraft Indians, Ernest Thompson Seton, and Dan Beard's Sons of Daniel Boone. It notes leadership by Seton and Beard, and praises the movement for combining high ideals with practical skills like first aid, tracking, signaling, nature study, and thrift. Discipline is firm and merit based, aiming to mold honorable, loyal, helpful youths. The piece expresses hope for continued growth and inspiration for American youth.

Ernest Thompson Seton Nes Dan C. Beard Daniel Boone Boy Scouts of America Mr. Seton Mr. Beard Boy Scouts America

Plants and People, Luther Burbank on society and growth

Luther Burbank reflects on fifty years as a naturalist and horticulturist, saying his true interest lies in people. He compares plant laws to human social forces, noting rebellion against restraint and the role of enlightened self interest in guiding society toward the common good. He argues intelligent leadership and education nurture better outcomes for both plants and people.

Luther Burbank Mr. Burbank Burbank

Pennsylvania gains three Ways and Means seats in House

In the eighth term, the representative remains as chairman of the Ways and Means committee. Pennsylvania secures three seats on the committee with two Republicans and one Democrat joining.

Varant Congessman Tilson Committee On Committees Congressmiai Congresm Ways and Means Committee Ing House Pennsylvania

Friendship by Anne Campbell

Poem celebrating friendship outlines the qualities of a true friend. It contrasts helping hands and loyal hearts with burdens shared and tasks undertaken. The verse highlights defense, understanding, and lending support as core friend traits.

Anne Campbell Jourrney

Appreciation by Walt Mason to Benjamin Beak Funded Weekly

Autobiographical note where Walt Mason describes sending five dollars weekly to Benjamin Beak, an elderly relative in need. He reflects on loyalty and shifting finances as his bank account weakens, facing threats and insults from Beak while continuing the small weekly aid.

Walt Mason Benjamin Badminster Beak Hannah Hall Benjamin B Beak Anandal Wrecks Green Iowa

Health conditions normal again in Westport schools

Westport headlines report health conditions in the district schools have returned to normal. Superintendent Arthur W. Ruff notes average daily attendance at the Lady sessions near 928 for last month, up about 100 daily from the prior month.

Westport

Columbus tale and jokes fill Fun Shop page

A edited Fun Shop page features verses about Columbus wife Mia and playful quips with jokes, limericks, cartoons, and reader contributions. The section invites original humor pieces, poetry, and anecdotes with payment and submission details.

Mattoss Spears Paar Fun Shop Bridgeport Telegram

B. & M. Freight Depot Destroyed by Fire in NH

Fire of unknown origin today totalled the freight terminal buildings of the Boston and Maine railroad in Woodsville New Hampshire March 13. The prior terminal on the same site was destroyed by fire earlier. load and freight cars were moved to safety by shifting engines. The terminal served as a clearing house for much New Hampshire and Vermont freight.

Woodsville Boston and Maine Railroad Stampehire Vermont

Inconsistent Oil Prices and Gasoline Costs Explained

An editorial argues that rising gasoline prices reflect crude oil costs but also accuse extortion. It computes crude cost increases from 1924 to 1926, estimates refining usage, and notes a smaller rise in total gasoline price than crude, challenging industry manipulation claims and urging clear public explanation.

United State United States California Ahere Erseline Petroleum Institute of Ameriia Yan Ilon Cupriight

Virginia Protests Proposed Rail Merger Move

Governor Trinkle traveled to Washington to present a Virginia Corporation Commission petition protesting the proposed consolidation of the Virginia Railway with the Chesapeake and Ohio along the New York route. The move targets the rail merger affecting Virginia and regional transport interests.

Richmond Trinkle Washington Interstate 9 Commercey Commission Virginia State Corporation Commission Virgina Railway Thasapeake Ohio Nowfol

Healthy Literature Promotes Normal Living in Reading

An essay advocates choosing wholesome literature over morbid works. It credits Dickens, Shakespeare, Goethe, Hugo and Conan Doyle, warns against sensational negativity, and urges readers to cultivate humor, empathy, and resilience. It cautions against cults of bitterness and sensational protest, stressing healthier perspective and constructive thinking.

Shakespeare Goethe Victor Hugo Macaulay Emerson Mater- Unk Howell O Henry Conan Doyle Charles Reade Wilkie Colling Soda Lorda

Stabbed 17 Times Man Kills Self in Brooklyn Home

New York report states Anthony Zermick stabbed himself 17 times with a seven inch bread knife in his Brooklyn home before killing himself. Police say he was despondent over unemployment.

New York Anthony Zermick Brooklyn

Lordship Association Funds Road Improvements

Lordship Manor Improvement group votes $290 for immediate road work and plans a council visit to inspect readiness. Harry Van Yorx resigns as association president. L Knapp of United Congregational Church to speak at Lordship Sunday school on moving. Nine pound daughter born to Mr and Mrs Albert Anderson in Talgeport hospital.

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Ridgefield Woman Returns to teaching and local notices

Ridgefield March 13 Mrs Edwin A Myer recovered from illness and resumed duties as Home Economics teacher at Hamilton High School. Keeler and William Aaron guests at Pleasantville returned home to Ridgefield. Paul Len son of Dr Willard Allen celebrated his birthday with friends. Jack MacDonald arrested for intoxication. Judge Nich set trial date for referenced case. Lee of Danbury fined 25 dollars. Ridgefield High School C A to meet Monday at the Methodist church with talk on science and growth. Charles Wade Walker plans to attend Eastern School Music Supervisor conference at New Hill March 18-20. long-time music supervisor in town.

Ridgefield Edwin A. Myer Mountain View Hamilton High School Henry H. Keeler Wiliam Aaron Pleasantville Richfield Paul Len He Willard Allen Jack MacDonald Malthussen the &T MacDonald Flat Rock Samuel B. Nich Ridgefield Court J Lee Danbury Ommcer John Kelly Ridgefield High School Ridgefield High School 3 Methodiat Church Piiors Charles Wade Walker Rich Fields Popwlar New Hill Wal

Out of Step musical edge debuts in New York scenes

A fragmentary report describes a new York arrival with a lively Atl city frolic on stage. It mentions a box invitation and a dance win as a quirky highlight. The text is garbled but hints at a performance and an event titled Here, white meat come to mandwich.

New York Mandwich

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