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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Nov 15, 1922
Page
10
Bridgeport Telegram announces its founding 1891 with subscription rates and delivery, listing offices at 240 Middle Street Bridgeport Connecticut. The notice mentions daily and Sunday publications, advertising representatives, and Associated Press news usage terms.
The column compiles eclectic notes on fashion shifts, diet claims, social sayings, and quirky observations. It references tariff votes, price fluctuations since 1915, drink and work wisdom, and odd anecdotes from rail travelers to Santo Domingo, stitched with period voice and satirical asides.
The forecast calls for showers Wednesday with fair cooler Thursday. Winds shift from north to fresh southwest, overcast and showery conditions in the Sandy Hook region. Strong Atlantic pressure highs bring warm spells east and cool spells west, with unsettled showery mild weather midweek across New Jersey and nearby states.
The Westport election ousted Representative Harry K. R. Sherwood, Republican, for Harry M. Ayres who ran on the Democratic ticket with broad GOP support. Ayres, a Columbia University educator, is praised for school administration in Westport and is expected to contribute to the state legislature, while Sherwood remains influential in Connecticut’s Republican circles. The piece argues that minorities deserve representation and that the three hundred dollar legislative pay should reflect the value added by a capable minority member like Ayres.
A newly constituted Bridgeport school board failed to break a deadlock on appointing a president and secretary at its first meeting. The body, now with two new members, faces continued friction as factions pursue past disputes under the Challenger law, with four Republicans and two Democrats shaping the coming year’s school administration.
The new Bridgeport council is urged to revise the raw milk sale ordinance. Health-board rules require on‑premises pasteurization, except Grace A milk from certain herds, a standard opposed by dairymen who gained a court injunction. The Telegram calls for aldermen to adopt a formal ordinance under city authority to safeguard public health before any outbreak.
Peking reports China will regain control of Kiaochow around December 2 as Japan revises its military and administrative posts. Announcement by Katauji De Buchi, head of Japan's rating commission, notes restoration to Peking government with slated redeployment of forces and officials.
The Palisades facility for women was formally opened with about 200 attendees including welfare workers and women’s organization members. A musical program, refreshments, and dancing followed the unveiling, highlighting the city’s effort to provide a home for working girls led by Miss Nellie Fry, promoter of welfare work.
An array of factions dispute the will of a deceased father, with heirs including Nem, Yori, Kor, and others challenging the estate. Notices reveal filings in court as widows and relatives assert claims, while legal avenues unfold under uncertain outcomes.
Detectives probing the poisoning plot against Sir William Harwood, head of Scotland Yard, gained a detailed description of a young woman who allegedly poisoned chocolates for police children. Key advancements reveal the box of candy tied to the suspect and a potential imminent arrest.
New York stock market notes the bankruptcy filing tied to Wasserman Brownhorn after a $2,500,900 failure in AIG stock brokerage. Announcement came from the New York Stock Exchange podium as the U.S. District Court session opened. Firms listed liabilities and commitments had been paused pending the court action.
Fragmentary text suggests court session details with jury instruction in a hammer case. Names and exact charges are unclear, but references indicate an afternoon session and related individuals. The readable fragments imply a legal proceeding in progress with pending jury guidance.
The text presents a garbled mosaic of phrases about winter, meals, and names, with scattered references to people, places, and objects. It evokes a mood of decay and recovery through disjointed snippets, hinting at seasonal shifts and everyday life amid confusion.
Sindy Uy attended the Lisiverdalist church supper at Big Man's Tegate with about sixty people present. The event featured a program with quartet singers and a specialist on culture, and a grocery store aided by a local man. A class for the attendees was planned, with health concerns noted and a discussion of future activities.
A fragmented plea calls on the president to resolve a Northeast rate dispute. The text mentions workers, parties, and unsettled regulatory tensions, with references to policy action expected around a future date and ongoing industry effects.
The local health desk confirms two new smallpox cases. Authorities urge vigilance and vaccination in affected neighborhoods as case tracking continues. Public health teams advise residents to seek medical care for rashes and fever.
French authorities announce a national campaign to combat cancer through regional partnerships and coordinated action with public and private groups. The effort aims to mobilize resources, raise awareness, and improve early detection across regions.
A mixed set of trivia and basic factual questions covering window screening, tourist camping, Minnesota lakes, griddle cake recipes, dating systems, money laundering, British cabinet formation, Cleopatra era reign, and Lower California’s size and sovereignty. Answers range from estimates of tourist campouts to geography and historical notes.
A fragmentary invitation describes a nocturnal forest gathering with a warning from a genie and a call to embrace the outdoors. The prose evokes autumn leaves, embers by a fire, and rustic preparations while hinting at danger and mystery.
Fragmented OCR narrative describes a child’s school life, family dynamics, and memories. It evokes teachers, classmates, and the daily routines of a late 20th century classroom with scattered names, places, and events, creating a mosaic impression rather than a clear sequence.
Connecticut county representatives attend a gathering to discuss matters related to migratory birds and protective measures. The meeting aims to address regulatory actions and conservation efforts as representatives from counties convene with the state board to review the framework and implications.
Royal S Copeland addresses reader inquiries on ear structure from outer ear through inner ear noting the ossicles and auditory canal. He invites questions on medical topics and promises personal replies with stamped envelopes, detailing common patient concerns about tonsils polyps and ear health.
The text hints at an exhausted caller asking about a working Git and nightly shifts, with garbled references to pulling, Pell rig, gas, and late hours. It mentions symptoms of a fallen patient and vague medical terms like headache, nervousness, and digestion issues, suggesting confusion or fatigue themes.
Mrs Baker of Bridge Park filed for divorce on the grounds of desertion. Court documents show she and her husband were married on December 25, 1914, and the desertion occurred prior to the filing. The case was lodged with the Clerk of Superior Court.
The item appears as a fragmented OCR notice asking for a map of distances from Baltimore to various cities, with garbled text about sending stamps and obtaining a free map. The readable portion mentions a map distribution and requesting a voucher.
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