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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Nov 06, 1918

Page

12

Bridgeport Telegram Overview and Publication Details

The Bridgeport Telegram, est 1801, is a Connecticut daily with Associated Press affiliates. Published by Post Publishing Co at 49 Cannon Street, Bren ClaSe, it lists subscription rates and advertising contacts and notes circulation audit by the Audit Bureau of Circulation.

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Breakfast Table War Poems and Doughboy Tribute

Fragmented verses mix wartime lines and civilian life notes about the United War Work campaign. The piece references doughboys, a home front tribute, and questions about duty, while weaving scattered phrases about Germany, frontline effort, and soldiers in trenches.

The Election News Summary From A Fragmented Report

Early returns show uncertainty in control of Congress with the West leaning toward a Democratic gain. President Wilson appears likely to win a national majority in both chambers if western results confirm the east. Connecticut polls hint at Democratic momentum but state House remains Republican, while Spellacy runs strong for governor. District races in Dartford and Tilson's district show narrowing margins and improved Democratic performance.

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Bridgeport Election Returns Show Democratic Gains

Local results indicate Democrats improved markedly with one state senator winner Wark defeating Caldwell in the twenty third district and several peers elected while Republican governor margins shrink. Spellacy led the ticket though soldier votes remain unsettled and city turnout was light.

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Hindenburg Unseated and German Resolve Questioned

A fragmentary commentary argues Hindenburg’s defeat was not final and Germany could still win if united. It mocks Lindenburg and reflects wartime moralizing about mothers' duties and invincibility slogans, noting removal of the so called symbol.

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What 7G Democracy In Berlin And America

A fragmented opinion piece discusses democracy in Germany and the United States. It asserts democracy as representation by the people with universal secret direct franchise and notes American voting as proof of that system. The passage blends historical reflection with speculative claims about future effects on Germany and neighboring states.

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The New Secretary Drives To Tl The Cacanes

Fragmentary OCR text mentions a secretary in commerce and an organization termed during a welcome. It references Abr Gaye Mas Priea Wai and Shashimb of Commerce. Details are unclear due to garbled source.

Fragmentary Hymn and Puzzled Speech Echo in Daily Page

The readable lines hint at a musical piece or dramatic monologue with references to Suet and Tad and a vague tale of vendetta. Names like Tanity Che and Will appear amid garbled phrases about peace, iodine, and a crowd’s reaction, suggesting a column of fragmented verse or misread captions.

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Greenwich Sends Record GOP Victory in Local Election

Greenwich on November 5 reported the largest Republican majority in town history, with every ticket winner polling over 500 votes more than Democratic rivals. The vote totals show Governor Merrens, Lieutenant Governor Wilson, and state officials all carried by substantial margins amid 2177 ballots cast, including 68 soldier votes. Local sentiment praised Connecticut representation and noted late support for the Republican ticket.

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Stamford elects Republican mayor and council

In Stamford the Republican slate secured the mayoralty and council seats with clear margins. Vote counts show Huxford and Repentey leading for council at 241 and 271 respectively while other candidates trailed, indicating a strong GOP showing in this local election.

Stamford Now Wilson Lockwood

Spontaneous Combustion Sparks Arias Shear Factory Fire

An alarm from box 4482 reported a fire in the yard of the Arias Shear Company at 230 North overs last night. Fire spread from dust and a puffing room, damaging trestle uprights. spontaneous combustion was cited as the cause.

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Thieves Active in Several City Locations

Resident Jesse Lema of 880 Maninstrad reports burglars entered his apartment on Admiral Street and stole jewelry valued at $40. Police follow leads after another incident on Wall Street where thieves took more than $100 worth of clothing and jewelry. investigation underway.

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Women shoppers adapt as war boosts value and style

Merchants note women are shopping with a critical eye for autumn garments, seeking value amid rising prices. They want versatile suits, coats, and dresses that endure, with emphasis on modern, wearable styles and long-lasting quality for cold weather and grand events.

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Epidemic Recedes as New Cases Drop to Seventy Seven

Report from Dr Walter Brown of the Department of Health says the Spanish influenza epidemic in Bridgeport is rapidly receding after six weeks. Only 77 new cases were reported as recoveries grow, with emphasis on continuing proper care and diet to prevent relapse.

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Man Injured at Bullard's Test With Machinery Incident

A worker sustained injuries while operating a Vallord Machine at the Mant facility. The accident occurred during a routine task on the shop floor and involved the aris system. Emergency responders arrived as the man was treated for injuries including damage to the hips and limbs. The incident is under investigation by site safety officers.

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Passershy Fire Alarm On Stratford Ave Stove Event

A garbled note reports a fire alarm on Stratford Avenue near the bridge involving a stove. The text mentions responders and an unclear sequence of events with references to a Vince and a fire headquartering, plus later poetic fragments. The readable portion centers on a stove fire triggering a call for fire department response.

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Government films by Frederick J. Haskin inform on farm progress

Washington reports the Agriculture Department expanding educational films to explain food production forestry and farm labor issues. Topics include forest work seed distribution dairy and fruit crops, with films shown at schools meetings and campaigns across multiple states and coordinated with the motion picture industry for wider distribution.

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