Bridgeport Telegram 1891 Subscription Rates Ad
The Bridgeport Telegram reports subscription rates and office contact details for The Post Publishing Company of Bridgeport Connecticut. It notes telephone lines for Milford and Fairfield patrons and mentions Bureau of Audit details and Associated Press credit. It also includes miscellaneous local items and commentary on crime bail reform and chess prodigy features.
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the Post
Middle St
Bridgeport
Conn
Wember Audit Bureau of Circulation
Milford
Pairfield
Milford Call
Fairfield
Letters to the Editor on Traffic Rules and Social Snippets
A reader offers humorous and critical notes on traffic etiquette and public behavior. The missive cites outdated, tongue-in-cheek rules from Tokio, then surveys American social topics and irony about prohibition, economic policy, and political observations. The piece includes a corrected sentence request about enjoying a car ride and avoiding scratches.
Tribute to Col John Coolidge and death murder in Canaan
The piece mourns Colonel John Coolidge father of President Calvin Coolidge, detailing his character and influence in Plymouth New England life. It notes his death as a heavy blow to the Chief Executive and recounts his virtues as a neighbor and mentor. The second item reports a local murder in Canaan, Lew Shellm may indicate Rosario Streva of New York, found killed with investigation continuing into motive and assailants.
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Coolage
John Poolidge
John Coolidge
Plymouth
Coolidge
New England
Calvin
United States
San
Ufe
Cal
John Coolage
Tel Soolliga Homestead
Colvin Coolidge Junior
White House
Colonel Coolidge
America
Phen
Rosario Streva
East 199Th Street
New York
Lew Canaan
Rovario
Bad Introduction to Citizenship Process Draws Legion Critique
An editorial condemns poor citizenship certificates sold to applicants and urges consulting the American Legion for proper guidance. It argues the first impression to new Americans should foster genuine civic integration, warning against misuse and urging careful, informed steps toward naturalization.
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America
American Legion
Speedy marriage and quick divorce in Soviet Union
The article notes Soviet reforms cut marriage to nine minutes and divorce to twelve. It argues these changes reflect Bolshevik ideas, warns against imitating the ultra rapid regime, and questions what a nation without secure homes can truly fight for. It suggests the speedup may undermine social order unless addressed.
Sentence Sermons Distinguish Conspicuous From Popular
Fragmentary OCR note lists contrasts such as conspicuous versus popular and religious versus church member. Mentions love vs infatuation and great versus in the na newspapers versus fiend versus acquaintance. Also references money and education as distinctions in a historically styled sermon sequence.
Political pointers on local campaigns and city projects
A school teacher notes a new library rising at Broad and State. Tax Assessor Connelly heads to Hartford March 29 to explain assessing. Local Republicans gain new roles, others voice opinions on bridges, schools, and city elections as Hartford and Boston politics shift.
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Lirary
Broad and
State Streets
William F. Connelly
Hartford
Mr. Connelly
Britain’s Coal Ownership Debate Prompts U S Reflection
A 1924 commentary argues Britain’s move toward government ownership of coal deposits signals a major shift in public policy. It criticizes reactionaries at home for mislabeling the plan and warns it could accelerate U S regulatory changes as American mine owners resist.
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British Isles
Britain
Baldwin
British Coal Commission
Mexico
England
New York Times
American Coal Commission
Poor But Happy by Walt Mason
The speaker praises a parish rector who gives to the poor despite poverty and lacking wealth. He helps spirit hungry men with gospel rations, sharing cheese and crackers, while walking a rusty car and serving amid sickness and privation. The rector’s joy contrasts with wealth, as he acts selflessly for those in need.
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Walt Mason
Ceue
Temperament and Duty in Artistic Performance
The piece argues artists should perform despite mood or discomfort, citing Ethel Leginska's disappearance from a concert and a New England preacher who preached only when inspired. It warns routines may harm audiences yet stresses listeners deserve consideration for an artist's feelings, wishing for a way to keep talent ready.
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Ethel Leginska
New England
Abe
Pegasus
Radio sets for Arctic expedition ship to Barrow
Fairbanks reports the Detroit Arctic Expedition will relay news via Telegram and allied newspapers using a 260 watt short wave transmitter and portable sets. Captain Wilkins will maintain contact from Pt Barrow with Madison and Fairbanks through Burgess Laboratories and a wind driven generator, aided by crystal control and relay networks across the United States and Canada.
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Fairbanks
Alaska
trans-Polar Basin
Telegram
North American Newspaper Alliance
Malcolm P. Hanson
Naval Radio Laboratory
Anacosta
Washington
D. C
Fred V. Sehneil
Trafic
American Radio Relay Teague
Schnell
Hin
Navy Teats
Pacific
Australia
United States
Magland
Donald MacMillan
Greenland
Pt. Barrow
Capt. Wilkins
Burgess Laboratories
Madigan
Wha
Denali Mix
Capt
MacMillan
Arctic
Madison
Viking
Fokker
Malcolm Hanson
Naval Research Laboratory
Mr. Hanson
Tolovapa
Mason
Nenana
Canada
Pein
Barton
American Radio Relay League
Radio Relay League
New Society Aims Improvement of Education in U S
A Boston AP report details the formation of the Society for the Advancement of Education. Notables like Henry J. O Sallor Ryan lead efforts to recognize teachers, fund scholarships, honor service, and promote cooperation with schools and public education movements. The group plans monuments, awards, and a corps to inspire students.
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Boston
United States
Society For the Advancement of Education
Henry J. O'Sallor’' Ryan
Washington
Stuents i
Algo
Ryan
American Legion
Mr. Ryan
John Hays Hammond
David T. Walsh
William J. Keville
Edwin 0. Childs
Newton
Edward M. Hamlin
Becton Businestman
Gaspar C. Facon
Bacon
Robert G. Bacon
Theodors Roosevelt
Rosten
New GOP Women's Club Officers Meet In Fifth District
Officers of the new Republican Women's club in the fifth district met last night at the home of Mrs Rebecca Stusted 383 Laurel avenue wife of Ha T Husted president of the Board of Public Welfare Committee appointments were discussed and a special club meeting set for Tuesday at Norman street clubrooms where announcements will be made by Mrs Daisy W Barstow club president
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Omcers
New Republican Women's Club
Fifth District
Rebecca Stusted
Laurel Avenue
Ha T. Husted
Toard of Public Welfare
Norman Street
Daisy W. Barstow
Weather forecast fragment across eastern states and regions
A fragmentary weather note describes a disturbance moving from Ontario toward Newfoundland. It forecasts fair conditions east of the Mississippi on Friday with showers Friday night in the lower lake region and Ohio valley and Saturday in the Atlantic and East Gulf states. Temperatures rise in the lower lake region and middle to north Atlantic states with moderate northwest winds.
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Associated Press
Thia
Weothaven Parkway
Queens
New York City
Rosita Streva
Ewtnuet Lasker
Seattle
Arvid ¥. Johnson
Dr. Lasker
Johnson
New York State
Big City
Criminal Alliance of Big Business
Underworld
Crooked Politica
Stenet
Tokio
Mindia
Mamma
Chicago
Italy
Mussolini
Sid
Legion
Ubl
William T. Cole
Second District Republican Club
Fred W. Garrison
Yellow Mill
Stamford
New Staven
Mayor Tower
Roput Club
Behrony
Vineent Osney
Welfare
Danbury
Polly
Avier
Bour
Republic Ma
Massachusetts
Semale
Hiuse
Tanmegstee Flver
Ttia
Probleltionista
Iqguor
Thteloy
Disgiuline
William English Walling
British
Royal Coal Commission
Frank Crane
Wilkins
NEW Society
U.S
G.O.P. Club
Middlebrook Almanac
Ananta
Atlaude City
Block Island
Beaton
Buffalo
Elouly Nerthelen
P.m
New Haven
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