Bridgeport Telegram Local Publication Details 1891
The Bridgeport Telegram notes its founding in 1891 and provides subscription, advertising, and contact information. It lists office at 140 Middle Street Bridgeport Conn and notes access to Associated Press news. It mentions open daily and night operations and staff references for advertising and circulation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
PGS Publishing CO
Middle Street
Bridgeport
Conn
Audit Bureau of Orientation
THE
Associated Press
USA
Fom News
Line of Cheer Defangs Threats in Sacred Verse
A fragmentary archaic verse scene shows a speaker defying intimidation, declaring readiness to endure and resist foes. The text invokes sovereignty, devotion, and spiritual warfare, naming a lord and condemning useless fears while urging steadfastness.
Editorial Notes on War Fear and Tariff Revisions
Fragmented editorial notes discuss war worry, home sales, and the idea of delaying Connecticut action. It references child welfare, temporary tariff revisions, work aversion among youth in crime, President Harding and Congress, and mentions of Babe Ruth and shopping expeditions, all in a hazy period voice.
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Connecticut
Miss Gertrude H Bowling Public Health Nurse Tribute
Miss Gertrude H Bowling visiting nurse trained at Johns Hopkins School of Nursing. She is a graduate of Columbia University and spent two years overseas with the Hopking unit. This feature notes her work and residence in Hughes’ Side.
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Gertrude H. Bowling
Johns Hopkins Training School
Columbia University
Hopking Unit
Hughes’ Si le
Stratford Grammar School
United States
Co. B. A
Germany Defends Silesian Policy in Ambassadors Note
The German government responds to a council note warning about disorder in upper Silesia after German troop entry. It denies preparation for a Silesian threat and says the plebiscite should proceed peacefully, calling the note unfounded.
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Paris
Council of Ambassadors
Czermsnyy
Zgerman
Community Chest Budget Set At 470000 For Bridgeport Charities
The Community Chest plans a 470000 budget to aid Bridgeport charities and social agencies for 1921. The plan consolidates twenty agencies and two contingency funds into one yearly drive, requiring a single, coordinated donation and eliminating duplication. It aims for cooperation, unity, and efficiency, with all agencies judged by a disinterested committee and no item removed without community impact.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bridgeport
Safer schools report warns of fire hazards nationwide
A national committee led by George D Strayer warns in a survey by the American City Bureau that tens of thousands attend first rate or substandard schools in 429 cities. Many buildings lack fireproofing exits and alarms, with most schools built before 1897. Bridgeport authorities dispute the contrast, but a fire expert noted major safety gaps at the high school.
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Chambers of Commerce
American City Bureau
George D. Strayer
Teachers’ ‘College of
Columbia University
United States
Aer
Bridgeport
Chamber of Commerce
Money In The Bank Savings Rise In 1920 Across Nation
The 1920 savings data show deposits in American banks up over nine percent, with Genesis Ohio leading middle western gains while Wisconsin tops for thrift with a twenty six percent rise. Americans hold only two percent of national wealth in savings, far behind world averages, yet the dollar’s buying power grows, suggesting further saving now yields real gains as forecasts differ on a rebound.
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Ohio
Wisconsin
Tunis
Tnne
Bett
Uncle Tom's Cabin anniversaries and history
March marked the 690th anniversary of Harriet Beecher Stowe's deathless tale Uncle Tom's Cabin. The work, serialized in The National Era, appeared as a book in 1852 thanks to Boston publisher J. P. Jewett on a 40 percent royalty. Litchfield, Connecticut, produced Stowe and her brother Henry Ward Beecher.
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Harriet Beecher Stowe
Jong Eight
Uncle Tom
Lattle Teva
John Brown
Connecticut
Litchfield
Henry Ward Beecher
Army and Navy Enlistment Inquiries Prompt Clarification
Letters to the editor discuss Army and Navy enlistment options. Clarification states Navy enlistments continue for ex sailors discharged within four months and for others aged 18 to 38, with various ratings listed. Reenlistment terms, pay gratuities, and enlistment durations are noted, with a recruiting officer address in Bridgeport for more information.
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Caya Shiough
Freman
Hospital
Army
Navy
Marine
Geros
Bridgeport
Inquiries on government, submarines and facts
Washington bureau answers questions on inaugural costs and commission form of government. It covers literacy questions, Shakespeare education, Franklin quote, and fishing methods for white fish and bass, with figures on burlap production and population estimates.
Walt Mason Says Spring at Hand Poem Fragment
Fragmented verse describes spring approaching as winter recedes and nature awakens. The speaker notes warmer days, budding life, and renewed activity, with playful imagery of birds, fields, and music while lamenting winter’s end and seasonal change. The text blends hopeful tone with garbled lines mimicking OCR error.
Community Club Starts New Year With Confidence
Milford March 20 reports from Rivercliff Intervale Community Club officers show a strong, optimistic start for the year. An active program includes civic and social events, a membership drive led by prominent women, weekly social afternoons, and plans for tennis courts at the clubhouse. New officers include President Alice Teel and others. a hay truck wedding gift appeared for a Newmarket trainer’s bride in England.
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Bers
Uechia
Wendy Ma
Badies
Tee
D. J. Busine
Ehoarmeent
Templar
Evory
Ava
TD. J. Sullivan
Sparta
Veary
Alice Teel
Crosis Gent
Morrisy Seuvenry
Tames Donnellys Dreaguter
Waeamebs Lotuyt~ Hert
Town
Cecile Cheorge Virreeleties
Ehaueain
Ent
Ribimemt
Parma Tehn Ds de Seele
Bridgeport Notes and Notices From The Standard
Bridgeport items cover clergy sermons at North Congregational Church a park of five or six engagements planned by McMahon and Ween to occupy vacant property by June 1 and an upcoming annual meeting of the Ladies Association at North Congregational Church. Also reported are the deaths of Charles Edwards at 172 John Street and Olivia Lacey in Danbury, plus church services at The Church of The Redeemer and a discussion of public health reports and local civic matters.
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Messrs. McMahon
Ween
Ladies’ Association
North Congregationalshurch
Associa
Charles Edwards
Johm Atreet
Benjamin Edwards
E. Bray
Washington Park
M. E
East Congregational Church
New Haven
Bray
St. Tohn Street
M. EH
Monroe
David Osborn
Richard H. Hutcherl
Huntington
Asies Erosia Cargill
St Paul's Hectory
Dre Richardson
William W. Webb
Doress Ann
Chamberlain
New York City
Olivia
John F.lacey
Colorado
Amanda M
Isaac Chatfield
Stratford
W. F. Weils
George Street
John Street
Ireland Tax Fight Spurs Two Bosses Rate Collectors
London March 20 The Irish struggle shifts from gunfire to tax control as the Imperial local government board and Sinn Fein vie over revenue. Rate collectors face threats from both sides while taxpayers hope for recognition of payments already made and avoid double payment.
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George
A. Birminghaasl
London
Ireland
Crown
Sinn Fein
Irish Republic
Sinn Ferrers
Local Government Board
Sinn Teiners
Whem
Imperial
Trish Republic
Toara
Dail Eireann
Repubblic
Italy's Redeemed Sons Celebrate Return to Savoy
Italian annexation celebrations unfold with shore volleys from battleships, parading bands, and patriot delegations. King Victor Emmanuel's proclamation is read by the provincial governor, while religious services for the dead occur aboard the battleship Victoria Emmanuele as harbor ships salute.
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Tries
Oh Press
Italy
Dawe
Victor Etmasyels
Victoria Emmanuele
Faith and Fate in The Book of Death and War
A fragmentary verse item reflects on fate and belief amid war. It contemplates eternal laws binding humanity, human roles as puppets, and the idea that conflict will end, praising a future Golden Age despite war's bleakness. The piece cites unknown author and appears from a wartime or service publication.
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Wobsry
Service
Raymes
Red Cross
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