Telegram ESTABLISHED IN 1804 and Press Publications
Fragmentary OCR of a historical newspaper masthead and policy notes. The text references Telegram established in 1804, circulation details, printing and publishing company, and Associated Press credit rules.
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Bridgenor
Ender
Lie Tee Post Publishing CO
Pone Serer
Jered
Chass Matter
J .Vour
Weelk
Sys Y
Beacon Steele
Ge Cone Press
A Line of Cheer by John Gendrick Bangs
A fragmented verse discusses a guest on Earth aiming to seize wondrous gifts for use during a stay, with the speaker urging rightful effort to aid a larger plan. The prose alludes to making Earth a dwelling place of happiness for humanity through responsible action.
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John Gendrick Bangs
Earth
Fragmented Breakfast Table Musings on War and Society
A scraped OCR page presents a collage of fragmented notes and quotes about war, politics, and social satire. It references Turkey, Bolsheviks, Woodrow Wilson versus Roosevelt, taxes, and public opinion, with stray lines on friendship, civility, and a distant sense of current events.
Disputed 1916 Election Results Prompt Uncertainty
The article discusses disputed results, soldier votes, and potential court challenges after the election. It notes Wilson’s expected support, unusual Western state returns, and surprise losses including Speaker Clark in Missouri. It condemns Victor Berger’s Milwaukee victory, cites fears of German influence, and mentions unresolved Senate control and 1916 election delays.
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New York
Connecticut
Wilson
Chimp Clark
Missouri
Victor Berger
Washington
Milwaukee
Wisconsin
Congress
Berger
House
United States
Senate
Democrats
Congr S
Versailles and the fourteen points praised by American press
The Versaries Council qualifiers on Wilson's fourteen points are described as affirmed by the American people and by Wilson. The piece argues Versailles will insist on full reparations, with Germany paying to deter future conquests and to curb militarism. It asserts compensation for civilian damage will be demanded and fears may prompt German realization and restraint.
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Wilson
Versailles
Belgium
France
Germany
Versailles Council
Verseilles
Vair
Lights On at Sea Signal Hope of Peaceful Transit
A New York harbor report notes ocean steamships entering with lights blazing signaling improved safety after years of peril at sea. The piece paints piracy fears and wartime darkness as past, claiming the seas will soon be safe for day and night travel as civilization's victory in the war is celebrated.
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New York Harbor
Ald
Germany
America
Senator-Elect Walsh Named U S Senator for Massachusetts
Massachusetts celebrates the selection of Selesteil Walsh as United States senator by a plurality near 8000. He is praised as a fine clean man and capable speaker who will represent the state in the seat once held by Weh and Hoar, despite party differences.
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Masaachusetts
Selesteil
Walsh
United States
Wehatur
Hoar
Massachusetts
Nelloh
Candidate Clare and Clark Seek Legislative Success
The article notes Candidate Clare and state senior George Jr. Clark renewing commitments and leading their party toward legislative seats. It mentions Mr. Clink as a successful businessman and references a final opportunity for service at Sturtford despite minority status, highlighting a cautious majority.
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George Jr. Clark
Wiz
Clink
Sturtford
Fragmentary German Leaders Debate Alliance Dilemma
Incomprehensible OCR fragment surveys German rulers at a crossroads about whether to align with allies or seek favors, unclear references to amid shifting loyalties and strategic pressures.
Library Meeting Here Attended By 100 Delegates
The autumn meeting of the Connecticut Library association at Bridgeport Public Library drew about one hundred delegates from across the region. Addresses touched on shipwork, the army and navy, manufacturing, and education, with officials including Charles D. Tine of New London and Sanford L. Hotchkiss delivering remarks.
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Connecticut Library Association
Bridgeport
Weteante
PL. W. Edgerton
New London
Seargee CL
Tyenette Thrstu
Ov Rape
Beidweport Council Calls Scouts to City Service
The Beidweport Council informs readers that fifth quarterly subscription payments are due by November 0. A. M. Comey treasurer urges compliance, with scouts of Ateorica and Raamn 20 Kriey Dada to assist. The text praises Scouts for wartime duty and national spirit amidst various government criticisms, noting mobilization and oath readings for the elder troops.
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Beidweport Council
Tay Senuts
Meriog
Ava Payibla
A. M. Comey
Wiendadl
Ateorica
Raamn
Reidwenart
Wethiie Senidhasters Po
Seross
Tagen York
Assault in Court Of Common Pleas Three Bridgeporters Charged
Three Bridgeporters faced charges in the Court of Common Pleas for assault and breach of the peace. Judge Walsh imposed fines on Anthony Juke, Tony Mongini received no penalty, and Antonio Pleironirla paid $7.50 in fines. The panel adjourned the case until November 12 as testimony proceeded in the mankeeping case of Marty Viblaree on Water street.
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Criminal Commiss Pleas Court
Walsh
Anthony Jukewily
Tony Mongini
Antonio Pleironirla
ATL
Oldand
Marty Viblaree
Water Street
Jury Awards One Dollar To Woman Spat Upon
In a Canmon Fleas court yesterday afternoon Rebecca Framson of 1 Central Avenue sued Gross of 632 Shelton Street. The jury awarded Mrs Framson one dollar for damages and one dollar for costs after one hour of deliberation. The suit claimed exposure to insults and vulgar language in English and Yiddish. The judge ruled the action out of the model.
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Canmon
Rebecca
Sentral
Shelton Street
William WW. Gent
Fraimson
Prarmson
Tromine
Gross
Pramson
Penny 15
Shannan
Crass
Relieve Claude Taylor Now Near Northampton
A fragmented notice reports Claude Taylor, who escaped from a Connecticut state prison, operates in the Northampton area. Police identify him as the suspect behind recent Leverett burglaries and warn residents of his presence amid ongoing manhunt efforts.
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Claude Taylor
Northampton
Mass
Taylor
Connecticut
Wothersflald
Stefe
Joseph Z. Melcy
Pais Foray
Chat Taylor
Leverett
Armeniy
Lwo
Whately
Liis
World War Child Welfare Policy Across Nations
The article contrasts how democratic nations protect children while Central powers rely on child labor. It notes Britain’s education bill, Austria and Germany abuses, and U.S. strides post 1916 federal law, Supreme Court ruling, and state efforts to keep children in school. It also highlights War Labor Policies board aims and Employment Service measures to prevent underage work during and after the war.
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Washington
Povernmeants
Chidren
Wior
United States
Garik
Pasend
France
Austria
Arbeiter Zeitungz
Vienna
United States Supreme Court
Asany
Supreme Court
Department of Tabor
Fralix Wrankfurter
War Labor Policies Board
Nertheless
Echost Drive
Hong Eho
Harean
Chill Conservation
Cornell
National Hofenke
Ston Sehons
Schoo Prive
Children's Bureau
Sehnel
Saenise
Caoselio
Sky
Denaerie Tone
Iraey
Tabor
Fhe Bate
Chile
Biggess
United States Employment Service
Employment — Service
Boys’ Working Reserve
Eamployments Service
Resume Draft Examinations Sunday Morning At High School
After a month interval the medical staff of Draft Board will resume physical examinations next Sunday at the high school. Notices were sent to 110 men ordering them to report at 8 30 am. Board 2 has not prepared its list of registrants to be sent to Garden City L I with the Bridgeport delegation on Novem ber 153. The quota appears set but several doubtful cases will be reconsidered before notices go out. Delays in filling questionnaires occurred as foreign speaking registrants attempted to retire questionnaires without Legal Advisory board assistance, causing incorrect answers and the need to file new questionnaires.
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Draft Board
Garden City
L. I
Bridgeport
Securin
Legal Advisory Board
Realty Record Warranty Deeds Summary
Realty deeds list transfers of land with buildings in multiple streets including William Street, Winter Street, Whitney Avenue, Birdsey Street, Stillman Street, Dafarette Street, Ive Court, Charles Street, Calhoun Avenue, Housatonic Avenue, and related chains. Notable sets include Abel Kleban to Dora Sclare, James Black and Mary Black, Hattie Spencer to William Colbores, Susan Sailer and Louise Sailer to Stanley Dpiell, Addolorata Cennamo to Antonio Cennamo, Lauria Mammone to Charles Bruno, and Ebhert Hult to Samuel Lencheck with multiple parcels and two-building pieces.
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Abel Kleban
Dora Sclare
William Street
James BD
Mary E. Black
James Hales
Winter Street
Samuel Scorntant
Mami Weissman
Whitne Avenue
Caroline IX. Goodsell
Tedwart J. Bursey
Birdsey Str
Hattie S. Spencer
New
Hattie
Spencer
Stillman Street
Lillie Garrett
John Graham
Calhoun Avenue
T Edward Jones
Thomas Dwyer
Housatonic Avenue
Thomas P. Dwyer
Samue Lencheck
Ebhert O. Hult
Samuel Lene
Annie Lenecheck
Housatonic Avenie
Endorsement and results mark local election update
Live political gossip reports Judge Paul Le Miller winning probate with 9907 votes over Samuel B. Plotkin 6515 and a 1052 plurality. Bridgeport Governor Holcomb got a small plurality while Lt. Governor Wesson led over the Democratic opponent. Twelfth District elected a Democratic alderman amid expectations of Republican dominance.
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Paul le Miller
Samuel B. Plotkin
Bridgeport
Holcomb
Wesson
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Turkey
Bagdad vii
Twas
Pussia
Cosette
Yesteryear
Hellaéy
Fiat
Sam
Roosevelt
Turkey Anil Avs
Ana Arne Frei
Clare
Qupetian Commie Uy
Ats
the Public Ledger Co
Hotchkiss
Henry Fendant
A. Bishop
Sanford L. Hotchkiss
Waterstreet
Sean
Isidore Bodalsky
Hotchits
Bowky
Pairdickd
Park Avenues
Junge Booth
Commmon Pioas
Hotehhkiss
Aie Avenue
T Bovatski
Wairfield Avenue
EB Sorifsky
Pooth
Sorifsky
Wes
Court of Common Pleas
Mary DiMarco
Willian
Othe Lody
McNrmar
Grease Owl
Tieens Manis
Westport
Nemes
Apetow
Wailer
AMS
Norddeutsula Alse Meine Zeitung
Teeclin
Peines von
Frederick J. Haskin
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