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Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

May 22, 1923

Page

12

Bridgeport Telegram Publication Details

Bridgeport Telegram notes daily publication except Sunday by The Post Publishing Co. at 140 Middle Street Bridgeport Conn with 24 hour service Barnum 6100 exchange. Member Audit Bureau of Circulation and Associated Press. Copyright notice and rights retained for news dispatches.

the Post Publishing CO Middle St Bridgeport Conn Barnum Audit Bureau of Circulation ASSOCIATED PRESS _Zae Associated Preax Avtar A Allannie Roy Cane Wemas Han Stein Wily Viner

Editorial Notes of Curious Sayings and Observations

A collection of aphorisms and wry observations on marriage, sugar prices, weather, rural population, work habits, and daily life. Notes poke fun at pretension, insist on practical wisdom, and reflect early 20th century rural concerns with domestic life and labor.

Weather Notice for Southern New England and Atlantic States

Weather overcast with showers and cool to warm conditions reported along the Atlantic coast and southern New England. The forecast calls for generally fair weather Wednesday and surrounding days with winds from the north to northeast and variable temperatures across the region.

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Bridgeport Zoning Measure Backed by City Officials

Bridgeport officials and civic groups endorse a charter amendment to grant Bridgeport the power to adopt zoning laws after public hearings. Senators and representatives are pressed to secure a favorable committee report, with broad support and no known opposition for a city-specific zoning tool.

Bridgeport Bridgeport Board of Aldermen Bridgeport Fouks

New York May Hear Governor Hardings Veto Question

The piece discusses Governor Smith of New York weighing a veto of the repeal bill to end the state prohibition act. It notes White House stance and constitutional questions, including the amending of Prohibition and the President’s oath to enforce the Constitution as debates over state versus federal powers unfold. The May 31 public hearing is mentioned as pivotal in the decision.

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Meet Tonight to Plan Bishop Cup Race

A third attempt to unite city yacht clubs to set the date and arrange the annual Bishop Cup race will be made at the Mia mosue Yacht club on Seaview Avenue tonight. Invitations have been sent to all clubs, with a large delegation expected. at the last meeting Pequanneck and Miamogue clubs debated leadership and a permanent chairmanship.

Mia~ Mosue Yacht Club Seaview Avenue Wacht Delogmuen Miamogue Pequannock Pequans

New York’s Role in Enforcing the Eighteenth Amendment

A historical reflection argues Congress and the states share enforcement power over the Eighteenth Amendment. New York ratified and pledged to enforce, linking withdrawal to secession. Governor Smith’s public hearing delays a veto, yet party lines may force a veto on repeal.

Congress New York Connecticut Union Smith

Brandegee Hesitates Over World Court Issue in Connecticut

Washington outlook on the world court supports belief that Senator Brandegee helped defeat the Connecticut resolution praising Harding and Hughes. A canvass shows him among opponents, with Holden named as the lone objector. The piece questions Brandegee’s quiet stance and whether he uses it to ready a future reversal.

Washington Connecticut General Assembly Harding Hughes Frank Bosworth Brandegee New York Democratic National Connecticut Brandegee Warding Benedict M. Holden Holden Republian Congress World Court

Letters to the Editor in Fractured Telegram Style

Readers submit a handwritten plea for editorial space, urging a daughter to honor her mother and cling to traditional marriage. The letter laments unhappiness in marriage, advocates patience, and praises maternal guidance while urging readers to value family over personal dissent.

Dormitory plans loom over city as school shifts

Fragmented OCR text describes Bridgeport area planning and a new dormitory, with references to the Tirderport Navin school ending programs and local residents reacting. The passage mentions renovations, protests, and the impact on students and families amid shifting district facilities.

Re arrest order for Fairfield prisoners issued

May 1 report notes no returns of detainees and warrants issued for their persons. Walter Burgineky and Henry Menteteadli named in the docket as defendants. Court guard detail and tiger law viglatien referenced. unclear location Minas and Mocmunlly shelter cited.

Fairfield Defenduira Walter Burgineky Indak Minas

Politicians Mourning Power Yet Again in Washington

The piece notes presidents plan to shed office robes yet acknowledge their return to power. It frames public weariness with state burden and the cycle of re election, claiming leaders despise the constant scrutiny but still run again when term ends. Strong entities include Washington and presidents, with implied public opinion and political cycles.

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Family Secrets Teach Silence to Children in Troubling Tale

Angelo Patri discusses how families guard private matters from neighbors and children. A child’s intrusion into a private issue creates unease, while parents stress loyalty, discretion, and the rule that what happens at home stays there. The story centers on parental guidance amid curiosity and rumors in the neighborhood.

Gonnie Weber Howe

Cook and Help Strike During Luncheon

A garbled report notes workers taking action while a luncheon takes place. The scene centers on labor unrest with mentions of wages, duties, and a parade of participants along a street near a gathering. Names and places are unclear due to the damaged OCR.

Board of Education Approves New School Changes

May meeting notes reveal approval of a telemedicine program for students and plans for a new art program. The minutes mention districtwide adjustments, staffing shifts, and safety measures. A fire incident is reported with Lane Witty burned to death Friday. The board discusses budget, facilities, and personnel. details remain fragmented in this OCR text.

Death of Lord Carnarvon Shocks World Celebrities

The death of Lord Carnarvon stunned the public as his pivotal role in scientific explorations drew attention. Reports reference his illness and pneumonia following an insect bite, highlighting his prominent status and public fascination with his discoveries.

Lord Carnarvon Eaynt Ay Gologist Karvan Carnarvon Ani'narvan

Answers to Questions From a Historical Quiz Card

A long OCR passage presents Q and A snippets on topics from pastel drawing invention to geography of Haiti, and lists questions with scattered answers about figures in science, politics, and culture. The text includes misread names and garbled phrases, reflecting a historical quiz or study card.

Medical Q A columns from Dr Copeland advice row

The readers questions cover night sweats nervous dizziness and eye trouble with Dr Copeland offering possible causes and urging medical examination. He explains answers may be published and requests a self addressed stamped envelope for inquiries to be sent in care of Dr R S Copeland.

Wy Venlis Copeland

No Chance for Disaster at Evander Childs High

In the Bronx Evander Childs high school faced a near fire incident after a schoolhouse blaze in Clovehead, S.C. Fresh in minds, a fire started in a waste paper chute and was confined within minutes with no injuries reported. Rescue teams acted quickly and evacuated students.

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