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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
May 25, 1920
Page
8
The Bridgeport Telegram is listed as founded in 1897 with publication details. Subscription rates are 8.00 yearly in advance. The paper is published daily except Sunday from Metropolitan Tower New York and Bridgeport offices.
A fragmented verse paints a boyish scene by a running stream under a golden light. The speaker longs for fishing and the simple joy the night would bring, imagining nature smiling back and a small, hopeful moment in time.
A fragmented editorial note discusses wartime policy, Congress actions, and presidential vetoes. It questions Willard's stance on economic battles, contemplates handling of a political figure nicknamed Nicky Arnsten, and reflects on rail operations losses, inflation fears, and public mood about amendments and prices. The piece hints at Armenia and Germany news, with mention of Tennessee leadership and labor concerns.
A fragmented reminiscence recalls Walter Wason and a bustling marketplace overheard in a nostalgic voice. The speaker laments worn paths, a blue storefront, rickety graves near the Kirk, and a noble white structure lit by sun, contrasting youth with aging ramblings.
A historical critique argues the government takeover of railroads failed, costing Uncle Sam billions in losses and exposing the collapse of hoped for lower rates and profits. It notes skyward fares from Bridgeport to New York and the overall mismanagement that left the rail system in ruins. The piece warns that essential goods and industry stall when rails falter, urging return to private ownership under conditions that ensure pay, efficiency, and public accountability.
The piece argues for direct popular vote for president, noting historical cases where winners did not secure popular majorities. It cites Teinda and Cleveland episodes, urging a constitutional amendment to empower every vote. Also mentions civic notices and local events in Milford, Connecticut, with various community items interwoven.
Twenty packages of sorghum seed remain at Booths drug store on Wall Street with directions from Agricultural Department for care and cultivation. The notice mentions scarcity of ice, the Ancient Order of Hibernians convention in New Haven, prayer meetings at Water Street Waith mission, and selectmen compiling a list of jurors, with Bridgeport’s population noted.
In a pointed comparison to acrobats and ships at sea the piece argues there is no right to strike when public safety depends on vital utilities. It cites President Wilson forbidding a coal strike and asserts work must continue while disputes are resolved between capital in utilities and labor.
In this look at fiscal folly a narrator notes freak taxes from English hearth money to window duties as examples of how governments tax luxuries or daily life. It warns that future generations may mock current levy choices such as taxes on ice cream cones to fund wartime expenses.
A fragmented reminiscence profiles Captain Joe Gree and Captain Moe, long noted steamboat tagtiips on Bridgeport harbor. The text mentions their ties to the Lenore and local tug operations, with references to Cape tain Green, Brooklyn ships, and years around 1331 and 65 years prior, highlighting their prominence in local waters.
A fragmented poem speaks of the sea as a seat and world, reflecting on time, storms, and the speaker’s longing for endless journeys. The speaker recalls childhood contrasts with later life, imagining wandering the wide ocean with wealth and power unused.
Witnesses testified at the scene that a motorcyclist rode onto Madison Avenue and collided near Capitol, with John Scott cited as the driver. The victim, a 25 year old, died while being treated at St Vincent's Hospital. four witnesses corroborated the account, with the coroner to determine responsibility. The operator, a Blume motorcycle, was said to be uninjured. The crash involved skid distance and indicated the driver attempted to avoid the collision. The victim's identity and full details remain under investigation.
A damaged OCR text describes a court or legal proceeding with names and places unclear. It mentions a plea and actions at a building or venue, with references to individuals and authorities, but the exact details are unreadable. The readable items suggest a formal proceeding in a community or municipal court.
A garbled OCR text presents scattered fragments of names places and terms. It references Ravine Mes Ota KouPA and Magee LTT Sigvlin with stray words about a Saturday Whig Disastene and House gredeod obmiet bibles, yielding no coherent event or outcome.
Fragmented OCR text references a Monday meeting in Rartfors involving judges. The readable parts mention various names and places but details are unclear. The item appears to be a local brief about a judicial gathering with unspecified agenda or outcomes.
A damaged OCR fragment mentions a person or entity and stray phrases. Readable items include scattered names and partial terms but no clear event, location, or date to identify a complete story. The content is fragmented with unclear meaning and multiple garbled words.
A Washington D C based Telegram Information Bureau directed by Frederic Ahwskip provides prompt answers to reader questions. State questions briefly, enclose a 2 cent return postage stamp, and inquiries are returned directly to individuals with no charge beyond the postage.
A jumbled OCR text fragment mentions John, Northampton, slogans, and republican subjects, then lists names of died police officers and coal prices. It shifts to fishing worms, tides, St John’s Abbey, Armenian relations, and engine horsepower questions, with stray dates and technical notes. The unreadable mix yields no coherent single event or news item.
Large gathering attended the funeral of Peter Gabler with friends from local fraternal organizations. The service featured remarks by pallbearers and notes of respect from community members, reflecting on Gabler’s longtime involvement and the impact of his passing.
A garbled report hints at a steamer relay event near the harbor with names like Lockwood and Crane in a tense scene. The fragment suggests a tense command or disruption during a regional ceremony or game, involving figures such as Meron Giteles and VACHE.
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