This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 17 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Nov 01, 1926
Page
12
Fragmentary OCR lists rate cards and ad notices from Bridgeport Telegram including terms for subscriptions and weekly prices. Mentions Milford and Fairfield contact details and a dispatch notice from The Associated Press style disclaimer.
A misformatted editorial asserts that the Constitution protects private rights from enforcement overreach. It cites a San Francisco liquor raid, the Kerrigan ruling, and colonial memory to warn against government overreach, urging focus on prohibitions and constitutional safeguards.
In Waterbury the Morning and Sunday Republican and the Evening America unite under editors William T. Rape and TS Stevenson to showcase a modern building and advanced printing in Connecticut. The piece extols local papers' role in serving residents and upholding civic welfare.
A professor outlines a controversial claim that life expectancy can be extended to ten decades through two key factors. The discussion centers on biological limits and future prospects, with speculation about medical advances and societal impact.
A state editorial critiques nominating by convention as costly and argues for a direct primary to curb campaign expenses. It contrasts expenses of Senate hopefuls in Pennsylvania with minimal spending by Rollin Weld and others, urging reforms to reduce waste and promote economy.
A nostalgic poem recalls mornings of churned butter and dairy farm life. The speaker remembers clover fields, calves, and eating butter with a practical, homey tone. The verse treats simple rural tasks, school days, and a longing for bygone days.
A garbled reflection on progress, religion, and society laments leaders, workers, and candidates. It critiques marriage laws, religious reform, and education while hinting at social fault lines and political battles ahead.
In Bridgeport and across Connecticut voters face a decisive two year term as Republican gains loom. Campaigns feature classic party clashes with remarks about Behrens Shite and Kloud, plus ties to New York politics. The statewide map shows Reedist figures, city vs upstate momentum, and predictions of party sweep and voter turnout trends.
A lyrical fragment describes Wise Ones foreseeing doom for Tunney against Dempsey. The narrator recalls betting and bravado, then laments hunger and a sense of doom as fans and seers alike misread the bout. The piece ends with a plea for guidance amid night and rain.
An editorial arguing war is the chief curse of humanity and urging support for peace efforts. It laments nations drawn to conflict, praises peacemakers, and cautions against hindering those striving for reconciliation. It notes church efforts and calls for collective action toward slowing economic and geopolitical tensions.
A Chicago reminiscence recalls Whey Maver Dever cutting a ribbon to open Wacker Drive level access beside the river as workers set a new concrete record. The 1893 World Fair fountain at Clark and Randolph faded from glory, while Victor Z. Fuawson left funds to restore Trinity in Wall Street’s church, now saved from oblivion. The piece paints West Madison Street as a migratory labor hub with transient workers, agencies, and makeshift lodges, detailing a vivid portrait of late 19th century urban change and social life.
Nevada observers discuss Ray Baker's bid for the Senate, noting his energy, homely appeal, and strong personality. They compare him to opponent Kay Baker, highlight Baker’s Mint stint and nonresidence issue, and assess his chances alongside broader state sentiment and voter behavior.
Rev Dr Parkes Cadman discusses questions from readers on military chaplains, arguing rank insignia can aid the chaplain’s work if not excessive, and comparing it to clerical dress. He urges balance between formality and personal virtue, noting historical parallels and the cross as a symbol.
A disputed statement from Highway Commissioner John A. Macdonald is reviewed amid claims he tried to discredit Tyler’s affidavit. The piece questions whether state funds were used for private building, sign department work, and other alleged improper practices.
Three armed men held up contractor George Tapping in Bristol on Middle Street near midnight. They forced him to surrender money, two cars faster than him, and one lookout stood guard. He dumped the cash into a ditch before the trio disappeared. police searched for both the bandits and the money.
Westport police arrested two men named James Valentine and James Cummings after they allegedly assaulted Stamford conductor Claudius Sutton on a Barnum Avenue line at Fairfield Avenue and State Street. They were taken to the city and charged with assault after a daytime incident involving an automobile escape.
Southern New England stays fair and slightly cooler on Monday with showers on Tuesday. A warm night and more rain follow, while northern New England remains fair and cooler to start the week with showers Tuesday. A distant disturbance near Hudson Bay and a trough along the Atlantic coast bring variable winds and a chance of showers, with high pressure near Bermuda guiding the overall pattern. The outlook calls for showers Monday and rising temperatures across the Atlantic states, with fresh to strong northwest winds from Sandy Hook to Hatteras and partly overcast skies.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.