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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

May 08, 1922

Page

8

Bridgeport Telegram Subscription Rates Listed

The Bridgeport Telegram shows subscription rates for advance and carrier delivery, with monthly and weekly prices. The notice lists varying amounts and mentions publication by The Post Publishing Co with office in Bridgeport Connecticut and press dispatch credit by Associated Press.

Pareble Mesnemanen Perenrane the Post Publishing CO Midde St Bridgeport Conn Telaphore Barnum

Editorial Notes and Fragments on Wages and War

A garbled column of quotations and jumbled captions toys with sayings about dancing couples, onions, hair styling, polygamy, a Texas sentence, and vague politics. It muses on weather driving, cooking accidents, and jokes about drivers, households, and cultural differences, all in a fragmented, uncertain editorial voice.

Weather Outlook for South New England and Vicinity

Pale and cool conditions give way to increasing clouds as a disturbance moves from Lake Superior eastward. Low pressure rises over the Rockies and plateau regions. showers probable by Tuesday night east of the lower lake region and Appalachians. Temperatures steady with a slight dip Monday in the Middle Atlantic and Northern Atlantic states.

South New Eng Lake Superior St. Lawrence Valley New England Virgina Rocky Mountains Flateau Camap Atlantic Massachusetts Ward Mississippi River Lower Lake Region Appalachian Mountaine Middleauntic

A Better Place to Live in Bridgeport Appeal

Community groups Y M C A and Y W CA urge Bridgeport citizens to back the Community Chest drive. They frame the effort as advancing education, fitness, and moral citizenship for both young and old, claiming the future of Bridgeport hinges on local support.

Bridgeport Y. W. CA Y. M

Pollyanna in Bridgeport mocks smallpox fears

An editorial in the Hartford Courant ridicules Connecticut health officials over smallpox counts, contrasting Dr. Black’s alarm with Dr. Lynch of Bridgeport calling some cases chickenpox. It notes over 400 reported cases statewide, mostly in Bridgeport, and questions the state’s panic messaging.

Bogey Hartford Pollyanna Bridgeport Hartford Courant Telegram 9 John T. Black Connecticut the Courant State Health Commission Courant Black John C. Lynch State Health Department Little Bethel Health Department Englewood Hospital

Boy Scouts as Key to Americanization and Community Aid

The article lauds the Boy Scouts of America as nonsectarian and inclusive, aiding Americanization and civic formation for Bridgeport youths. Through the Community Chest, Scouts provide guidance, outdoor activity, and daily duty, encouraging boys to be prepared, helpful, brave, and cheerful while serving the community.

Boy Scouts of Amor Boy Scouts of America Bridgeport Mej Community Chest Boy Scout America

Burton's daring visit to Moora sparks legends in Arabia

A fragmentary account recalls Sir Richard Burton crossing into Moora, birthplace of Mohammed, disguising as a native to study the Arab world. His risks included fatal discovery by Mohammedals. He lived among Arabs, translated a famed version of The Arabian Nights, and inspired myths about Aladdin, Ali Baba, and the Forty Thieves.

Moora Arabia Mohammed Richard Burton Burton Leas Aladin Hig Ail Baba Ana Miuiy Ate

Futurist NYC Fire Chief Predicts Unusual Transport Change

John Kanon fire chief of New York City predicts 80 years hence airplanes used to disperse chemical sprays and gas bombs. He envisions a half century of teafffe tram autos to airplanes and streets populated by moving sidewalks with pedestrians only. Twenty years ago such predictions would seem crazy.

John Kanon New York City Kenion

Mason Says on Taxes and the Nation’s Plight

The speaker laments rising taxes while railings about roads, courts, and college funding. He argues higher costs burden ordinary folks though some spending could improve infrastructure and public services, while noting the impact on everyday life and the economy. The piece blends satire and worry about government spending and taxation.

Special Council Meeting Tonight on Bond Issue

The council schedules a special session to vote on an $850000 bond issue and to reconsider an electrical division within the Building Department amid rapid radio growth. Mayor Atwater backs separate electrical supervision with master electricians bonding $7000, $600 renewals, and a $2500 salary inspector. A public hearing by the Fire Committee precedes the meeting on Housatonic Oil tanks project.

Citr Gohp A. Gernell Arnoal Sacidea The Apes Board of Aldermen Atwater Erie Department Housatonic Oil Company Housatonic Avenue

Funeral services for Rev Dr Child held in Fairfield

Fairfield May 3 Special funeral services were held at 3 oclock this afternoon for Rev Dr B Child in the First Church of Christ Congregational on the Post road. Jor Tweedy of New Haven thena of the deary conducted the services at the church with interment following at Oak Lawn cemetery. The church was filled with friends and acquaintances as Dr Child's passing is sad news to many.

Fairfield Eisck B's Child Charen of Christ Post Road Jor, Tweedy New Haven Thena Deeraytd Chtrch Oak Lawn Cemetery Mil. Plain Child A

Indomitable Spirit Emma Bundall Built A Million Dollar Life

The story honors Mrs Emma S Bundall a 6G Remmond native bedridden thirty years with a broken spine yet created a million dollar business and educated herself through steadfast pluck She refused to quit and used mental strength to grow mentally and financially despite chronic pain urging others to persevere and get in the game.

Emma S. Bundall Aoul

Our Children The Law By Angelo Patri

A high school boy Ralph breaks a window by a thrown ball. An adult insists on responsibility and law, while a judge and father discuss obeying laws and reform through proper channels. The tale frames civic duty and thoughtful citizenship for youth in a simple, moral dialogue. The story emphasizes law, order, and respectful change.

Mannefert Raph Releador Ralph Tim Mothy Jude Ain Talph Halph Thalan

Karlin Substitutes At Socialist Rally In Bridgeport

Judge Jacob Panken of New York was set to lecture at a Socialist conference in Carpenters’ Mall Bridgeport Elm Street last night. Willam Karlin led the New York group in the program as Jasper Levy and others spoke against abolishing the city normal school.

Jacob Panken New York Socialist Party Bridgeport Loca Carpenters' Mall Elmsteel Chicago Willam Karlin Lea Judge Fanken Mm Barina United States Mer Arti Forea Jasper StoLevy Normal Echool Bridgenorth Socialist Jaspar i McLe Falley T.S. King Mise Anniga N. Weiner

Dental advice for summer health and dental care

The article urges summer dental preparation, recommending a pre-season dentist visit for cleaning, cavity checks, and gum health. It notes deposits cannot be removed by brushing alone and highlights smoking-related discoloration. It also advises seeking free or low-cost clinics if private care is unaffordable and includes questions answered by Dr. Copeland on nervous heart symptoms and general health.

Royal 5 Cope ‘O. M York City Umea Woothache Dell Copeland R. S. Copeland Gare

Cure for Dunion Shoes Fit and Doctor Advice

A reader asks how to cure Dunion. The reply stresses properly fitted shoes and consulting an orthopedist who may prescribe additional treatment.

H.W. Q

Murphy Resigns as Treasurer of Norwalk District

Fred Murphy resigns from the Norwalk district treasurer post, citing long business absences and distance from home. Judge James T. Hubbell, a Democrat, to be elected to replace him, with Murphy returning to Minneapolis briefly to finalize accounts.

Norwalk Fred Murphy James T. Hubbell X . Murphy Minneapolis Murphy Republican Party Thei Hubball Baal

Oldest Senators and public questions teased in Telegram Bureau

Telegram Information Bureau answers readers questions on topics from aging senators to law and science. Entries cover who is oldest in continuous service, cabbage seed yields, call money, coal sizes, farm wealth in 1921, and standard Army rifle lengths.

United States Lodge Senator Page Benator Lodge Wilsdan

Aunt Amy Rolls Onward Through Time And Travel

A quirky profile of Aunt Amy noting her birthday wind A Aunt Amy plans to celebrate on New Year’s Day. She recalls childhood memories when ox carts crossed plains and describes wide travel by train and automobile. She remains mentally sharp and curious about astronomy and astrology.

Amy Amy Plains Onio Wyoming

John Burns Treated For Alcoholism After Stupor on Pembroke

John Burns of 122 Pembroke Street was found in a stupor on Pembroke Street yesterday afternoon. He received treatment from Dr. I. P. Walsh of the emergency staff and was removed to Hilade Home for observation.

John Burns Pembroke Street I. P. Walsh Hilaide

Clean Your Own Clothes At Home With Stain Tips

A Washington Bureau offer advertises an authoritative Department of Agriculture booklet explaining how to remove 35 different stains from clothing. Send five cents in stamps to receive a free copy and include name and address on the coupon.

Telegram Information' Bureauy Rederic J. Haskin Washington, D. C Che Inquirer Department of Agriculture Washington

Fragmentary Note on Postage for Return Copy

A damaged snippet mentions enclosing two cents in stamps for return postage on a true copy of a document related to removal of Rin. Mame ppecenite ayn trereee. Street-aire ere dis vasnace in a city state.

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