Bridgeport Telegram Established 1891
The Bridgeport Telegram prints in Bridgeport Connecticut with subscriptions payable in advance and options for 3 months or a week by carrier. The paper, published daily except Sunday, serves Milford and Fairfield via direct office telephone connections and lists advertising and news contacts. The piece contrasts wartime rationalism with religion and science seeking facts over wishful thinking.
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the Post Fublishing CO
Middle St
Bridgeport
Conn
Telephone Barnum
Milford
New York Eyes Statewide Referendum On Liquor Issue
Governor Al Smith pushes a statewide referendum to gauge public sentiment on modifying the Volstead Act. The nonbinding vote seeks to advise the legislature and Congress, separating the issue from party politics and other topics as New Yorkers express their views at the polls.
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al Smith
New York
New York State
Congress
Pennsylvania
Ware
Smith
Thinking About Thinking in Modern Thought
Bertrand Russell notes that thinking about thinking is a hopeful sign, while humans fear thought more than death. Rationalization protects preconceived beliefs, as both savage and civilized sides offer reasons to avoid new ideas. Psychologists historians and writers attack rationalization across social and political realms.
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Bertrand Russell
Alread
Nome Civics Split Over Amundsen Norge Landing
The Associated Press notes Nome residents resented Amundsen landing the Norge at Teller Alaska rather than Nome. Preparations for a reception cooled when the landing occurred, drawing criticism as childish. The New York World mocked Nome while warning against indifference. Civic celebrations remain a touchy topic with critics saying be damned if you do and be damned if you don’t.
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Associated Press
Nome
Amundsen
Nonge
Teller
Alaska
New York World
Norge
Farm Kitchen Statistics and the Sugarcoated Questions
A critic mocks Department of Agriculture statistics on energy spent by farm wives, asking absurd questions about how far a farmhand would walk to eat a lemon pie and how many acres of pie would be eaten if the wife baked more. The piece ridicules bureaucratic data tinkering and calls for real questions.
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Department of Agriculture
Death of Fred W. Tracy Ends Long Public Service
The county grieves the loss of Fred W. Tracy longtime clerk or assistant clerk of the Superior Court for 20 years. A nervous breakdown led to his tragic death after a career marked by brilliant public service and strong friendships.
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Fred W. Tracy
Superior Court
Disjointed Musings on Politics and Society in 20th Century Echoes
A fragmented prose style presents a mosaic of dated political, social, and cultural references. It riffs on cheap politics, Americanism, labor, peace prospects, Mussolini, poverty, weather, and gender stereotypes, interweaving uncertain anecdotes and provocative lines without a clear narrative or cohesive argument.
Letter on capital punishment and human rights
A Telegram reader letter argues against state killing of all criminals including the insane, citing dire effects of executions and noting medical progress. The writer asserts only a deranged mind commits crime and urges not to close doors to health advances or to deny people a chance at cure. P SPROVIERO.
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Wie
Lditar
H. G Wells
Dinnish
Kirst
P, Sproviero
Political pointers on water rates and local politics in Massachusetts
Massachusetts city officials spar with a hydraulic engineer over water rates with George W. Fuller once key to reductions. The Bridgeport Hydraulics case nears a third round as the city contemplates hearings. The article also notes voter registration issues and women’s suffrage impact in Connecticut politics, plus local council business and sewer committee inspections.
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Massachusetts
George W. Fuller
Bridgeport Hydrauliy Company
Wridaw
Council
Connecticut
Senate
Washington
McLean
Banking and Currency Committee
Firat
House
Norwalk
Thomas J. Spellacy
Jeaning
Disarmament Problems and Chemical Warfare Limits
An American delegation led by High Gibson aims at a preliminary disarmament conference. The piece argues preparedness through research and industry, warns that modern warfare hinges on hidden weapons, and notes limits on chemical warfare while explosive forms remain debated.
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High Gibson
Pr. Slosson
Indiana
Redskins
Amer
Weather forecast for Eastern New York and New England
Eastern New York fair and cooler with Friday rising temperatures. Northern New England expects showers Thursday morning then clearing and cooler interior. Thursday night warmer in west portions. Southern New England sees early morning showers then clearing with cooler Thursday and Friday fair conditions. Winds shift from southwest to west and northwest.
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New York
New England
Saint Johns
New Foundland
Ilinois
Atlantic States
Lower Lake Region
Rochester
Lake Region
Appalachian
Middle Atlantic States
Mississioni River
Sandy Hook
Hatteras
Sentences of urge and admonition in a sermon style
A compact sermon excerpt urges self discipline and diligence. It warns against pride and shallow effort, contrasting it with striving for one’s very best. The piece calls out misuse of influence and excuses that dodge accountability.
How to Be Ugly by Mrs Ruth Maurar in 1326
A satirical set of beauty rules advised women to pursue ugliness as a social shield. The speaker urges harsh skin care, sun exposure, unstyled hair, heavy makeup avoidance, smoking, late nights, and a sour demeanor to deter men. The piece mocks extreme vanity and warns readers of the era's gimmicks.
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Ruth J. Maurar
National School of Cosmeticians
Los Angeles
Mauray
AP Editor Describes News Gathering On Air
Ef W Blakeslee, AP News Editor, outlines how The Associated Press informs daily life and the need for accuracy. He cites examples from New England eggs to Mussolini to illustrate AP’s role, newsroom checks, and careful reporting that protects individuals involved.
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NEW Wyork
Radio Stathon Wjz
Ef. W. Blakeslee
Associated Press
Associated Presa
New England
New York
Blank
My Old Room
The speaker recalls a childhood bedroom near the skies with blue rug, curtain, freshly filled straw bed, and lace trimmed pillow sham. In candlelight a prayer rises for goodness and comfort, hoping to find childhood sleep again in that kind room.
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Anne Campbell
The Storm Describes a Village Storm Tale
A vivid verse narrative depicts a fierce storm ripping through a village. It details missing livestock, toppled fences, torn sheds, and ruined roofs while the narrator revels in nature’s power and laments human minor losses. Named villagers like Mrs Jingle son and Jimpson appear amid chaotic weather imagery.
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Jimpson
Smith
Ann Billjaw
Loasen
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