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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Nov 05, 1918
Page
10
A reflective verse recalling aging and enduring cheer. The speaker notes white hair and halting steps yet finds joy in Earth’s beauty and music. Faith and hope grow stronger with miles traveled, while memories stay bright.
Fragmented columns urge vote early and support the President amid wartime politics. References to Austria Germany Brest-Litovsk treaty and Wilson are mixed with satirical notes on parties and public duties. Poem by Edward J. O'Brien fragment closes the page with reflections on sacrifice and memory.
The article asserts allied terms for Austria’s armistice are harsh and unconditional, securing a strong position for future action against Germany. It warns against renewed German resistance, notes the dawn of peace with Austria’s defeat viewed as a stepping stone, and predicts Germany’s total defeat within six months.
Treasury Secretary McAdoo urges Liberty bond holders to keep bonds to maturity. He argues money loses purchasing power now, so a dollar buys more later. cashing early risks higher costs and lost interest. Hold on and reap future buying power.
Bridgeport readers are urged to support President Wilson as the war nears conclusion. An editorial in the Hartford journal cites munition workers in Bridgeport as pivotal, praising Wilson’s peace terms and urging a Democratic vote to sustain unity of action at home and command on the battlefield. Thousands of war workers will march to the polls today to back the Democratic ticket.
Gaston notes Red Cross auxiliary plans three month knitwear allotment of 10 sweaters and 50 pairs of socks. Residents urged to donate socks and sweaters via Mrs. Leroy F. Wheeler by November 16. Also items about whist club gathering and Red Cross meetings at local churches and homes.
The Criminal Common Pleas court opens the November term with brief session expected. Jurors summoned to appear tomorrow at 10 o clock include Bridgeport William A. Wralse John Jr Nevins, Norwalk Bernard Water hors Stephen Hatch, Stamford Wathiee FH Tam Alanson GC Dixon, Norwalk etc.
A writ filed in Norwalk Superior Court alleges that Sarah Davenport and others hold title to three Wilton parcels. The plaintiff claims a mortgage on the property is unpaid and seeks foreclosure, naming the defendant as in possession of the tracts. The case involves multiple pieces of Wilton land and references a note in default. The court schedule and remedies are to be determined.
The case recounts Sismund smashing 19 large windows at his wife Catherine’s home in Catherine Street and the damages led to a court payment. The owner recovered $50 as restitution while a $24 fee was charged. The incident unfolded with local witnesses and involved vehicle access near the scene.
Democratic gubernatorial hopeful Thomas J Spellaey dominates the canvass in Connecticut as summer turns to autumn. The final week brings intense interest and strong public engagement as he campaigns on a bold platform and delivers a persuasive, unpolished appeal to voters in an energized political climate.
Nov 1 Newtown reports the death of Miss Tali from pneumonia amid an epidemic.沈 The obituary notes her devotion as a nurse, service in Bridgeport Hartford and New London areas, and her planned service in Danbury with family and friends honoring her sacrifice.
A garbled OCR fragment mentions individuals and places in a disjointed way, referencing priests and a water site. The readable bits indicate a possible local notice or brief event but no coherent actions, dates, or outcomes to summarize into a standard news item. Further readable text required for a proper card.
A Superior Court session is suspended today with plans to host hearings tomorrow on cases including a real estate dispute in Stamford regarding Silverthorn and the city of Bridgeport. The deadlines involve awards and property transfers tied to Winters and related parcels, with a defendant challenging allocations and an officer reportedly involved in the proceedings.
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