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The Bridgeport Yelegram, founded in 1851, is printed here with ad copy and subscription terms. Published daily except Sundays by The Post Publishing Co. Bridgeport Conn. It is a member of the Audit Bureau of Circulation and subscribes to Associated Press reports for local news.
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4 Line of Cheer in November's Vigor
A fragmentary verse describing Glad November with energetic imagery of crisp days, peppy air, and rich color. The speaker voices confidence in victory amid thoughts of ruin, promising strong effort to meet whatever trails lie ahead.
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Editorial notes scramble history with fragmented references
A garbled editorial patchwork mixes phrases about Riga and Vilna, Poland, and surrender concerns. It mocks Parley and a singer’s line while lampooning diet, gas fuel, and rural quartets. The piece threads through war era politics with unclear claims and nonsensical juxtapositions.
Sidewalk Snapshots of a Printing Pioneer
John Broadbrook Sr. of 183 John Street, manager of Pecelers press, has a printing career spanning over 38 years since 1908. He long led and organized local workers, helped found a typographical union in 1588, and led the Olympic band for a decade, with ties to F Samuel Harris and the L.O. 9. Wodge.
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Pecelers Press
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East Main Street
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Daily Post
Typographical Union
F. Samuel H. Harris
L.O
Wodge
King Alexander's Body Placed in Royal Mausoleum
Athens October 19. King Alexander’s body was laid in the royal mausoleum at Tata after funeral services in the cathedral. Queen Mother Olga and royal family members attended, along with diplomats and officials. The procession drew crowds as naval units saluted and streets were lined in tribute.
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Alexandora
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Serbia
George
Great Britain
Victor Enrjmanng
Italy
Vote Against the Straight Ticket in Elections
An editorial urges voters to reject blindly voting a straight party ticket. It argues such practice sustains machine politicians who use voters as pawns, and that citizens should evaluate candidates beyond party labels, supporting competence and strong principles regardless of party. The piece calls for active primary participation and independent voting to uphold American ideals.
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Amundsen Still Braving Arctic Night For Pole Quest
Roald Amundsen remains trapped in Arctic ice awaiting spring to resume his journey toward the pole. The intrepid explorer, famed for the Northwest Passage and the South Pole, endures hardship not for practical gains but to expand human knowledge. His risk‑taking stands as an inspiring contrast to selfish pursuits during harsh midwinter times.
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Arctic
Roald Amundsen
Amundsen
Pole
Homer
South Pole
Mother Tongue in Movies Teaches English to Americans
During American Speech Week theaters to host English lessons on screen. Craving proper grammar, films will display admonitions like Don't say I ain't yet, Say I haven't. Don't murder English. The cinema becomes a universal educator, reaching thousands while preserving public decency.
Blue Sky Laws Spark Investor Safeguards Across States
Commentary notes how blue sky laws curb speculative schemes and require full disclosure by stock issuers. It cites Kansas history of banning worthless “nothing” shares and states that about two thirds of states now require filing complete information, with critics claiming investors lose at least 10 million annually to worthless securities. A suggested safeguard is consulting a trusted local banker or broker before investing.
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Enduring Prosperity in Adversity
A reflective line on sharing prosperity and bearing hardship with wisdom, expressing resilience through fortune's rise and fall.
Bridgeport Campaign Night and Veterans Parade Report
Reporting from Bridgeport on November 1 1880 covers Garfield and Arthur campaign events. Veterans parade details include Col Middlebrook and Major Bear coordinating escorts at 7 30 pm at Broad and State Streets with W S Barnum and Leonard arranging security. Local notes mention a warm reception at St Johns Hall despite weather and the renewal of raffles and telegraph wiring for returns at Schmitz cigar store.
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Wally Pilcher Club
Miles Duaves
iMnth Ward
Garfield
Arthur Ct
Garfield Veteran Guard
Middlebrook
Border dead line aims to curb smuggling belt
The Dutch government has stretched a deadly 800 yard border barrier along the German frontier to curb smuggling of goods such as tobacco and rubber. Despite enforcement and patrols, smuggling persists as authorities tighten controls.
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Hague
Oexas
J Woods
Germainy
Foldiera Gare
Cess
The Ultimate Consumer and His Tax Burdens Song
A poetic lament bemoans taxes and price passes from farmer to tailor as the Ultimate Consumer bears the burden. The narrator portrays himself as Mud, the universal scapegoat, paying all the world’s bills through rising costs and duties. The verse critiques taxation through a rustic, social satire tone.
Arranging the Battle A Drame of Taree and the Square Ring
A chaotic staged scene features Dempsey and Carpentier with managers Rickard Brady Cochran and Deschamps. Negotiations over the bout financing unfold amid a mock boardroom set with gold bags and a dining transition.
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Dempsey
Georges Carpentiery
Jack Kearns
Desechamps
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Tex Rickard
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Brady
Cochran
Mint
Yawaings
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Treasury Department
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Penter
Lemmesey
Jempney
Pempsey
George
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Morgan
Paris
Mr. Brady
Richard
Jack
Plese
Georges
Fock
Kearns
Maid
Nathing
Rizkard
Deschamps
Keara
Phantom sewing machine frightens Lisbon crowd
In Lisbon, reports circulate of two phantom sewing machines making a distinctive sound at midnight. Hundreds hear the noise in various places, driving a family to flee and a young girl to sickness, while scientists and spiritualists offer explanations of haunting and doom.
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Restored Roman Villas Found Near Borne in Switzerland
Archaeologists uncover two woodbound villas near Enge in Switzerland dating to the first century. The discovery, described in Geneva reports, highlights Roman architectural features and regional history, noting similarities to typical villa layouts and construction techniques of ancient times.
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Enge
Borne
Switzerland
Geneva
Messise
Haste Not Rest Not A Poem On Duty And Courage
A compact verse urges relentless effort and steadfast duty. It calls to endure, act boldly, and avoid rest until goals are reached. The speaker vows to push forward, conquer fear, and honor righteous work through perseverance.
Answers to Questions From Telegrim Information Bureau
A reader asks about Jenny Lind’s 1850 American debut program, the Temple of Agriculture funding in Washington, and a series of factual Q A exchanges. The program included arias and concertos, while the temple campaign aims to raise 1,230,000 dollars at East Street, with property acquired and plans pending.
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United States
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Mayerbeer
Silesia
Merdsman
America
Bayard Taylor
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Temple of Agriculture
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Free Europe map offered by USGS in wartime aid
A dated notice promotes a free map of Europe showing changes since prewar times, including war tracks and German boundaries. The official map by the United States Geological Survey is available through a Washington information bureau, with a request form and two cents for postage.
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United States Geological Survey
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Frederic J. Haskie
Bridgeport Telegram Information Bureau
Europe
A Woman's Point of View on Suffrage and Patriotism
A Southport letter argues that women possess independent minds and can tackle major issues. It asserts that Brandegee champions the U S Constitution and the flag, and that women should vote to support America’s business interests. The writer emphasizes patriotism and constitutional fidelity.
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