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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Nov 15, 1923
Page
12
Bridgeport Telegram notes its establishment in 1851 and lists subscription rates and advertising details. The notice prints addresses in Bridgeport Connecticut and credits The Associated Press for republishing news dispatches.
A fragmented editorial piece critiques modern excuses and rough economics. It questions the reliability of statistics, the value of a hunter’s license, and the limits of earnings claims while remarking on wall street gloom and shifting morale. It mentions an actress’ income and the tension between efficiency and personal virtue.
Fair Thursday in New England and likely Friday with little temperature change. Air pressure remained high Wednesday night over the continent. Temperatures rose above normal across much of the country. Northeast states stay fair with winds north of Sandy Hook and fresh to strong northeast and north. Overcast, unsettled conditions forecast for Thursday in the Atlantic region.
Fragments describe October snows reaching Maine and Massachusetts, with mentions of rare winter-like conditions along the coast. Severe cold and high winds affected the Great Lakes region, New York, Virginia, and North Carolina as unusual early snow events northeast and southward persisted.
Edward M Grout discusses state constitutional convention and city town power in Connecticut arguing cities and towns share governance duties. He cites checks and balances, Roger Sherman influence, and the need for cities to push reforms through existing political structures. He notes Emerson quotes misattribution and contrasts urban rural governance.
A Telegram office report notes a regular inquiry received by mail or phone asking, What was that thing that Emerson... The fragment hints at a caller seeking clarification on a topic linked to Emerson, possibly a literary or historical reference. The item captures a routine newsroom interaction with limited context.
A rights letter argues pedestrians have equal legal rights to cross and travel on streets with vehicles in Fairfield County and Bridgeport. Drivers are urged to curb speed and respect pedestrian rights, while officers and motorists must recognize pedestrians as equal users of the highways. The Connecticut statutes require drivers to exercise great care and never imperil a pedestrian, even as autos are the new crowd on the roads.
A garbled report outlines Democratic and Republican caucuses for state nomination battles. It notes invited attendance bias at a League of Women Voters event, mentions Governor Hivars and House Leader John ent, and cites mixed reactions from Upstate factions. The piece references shifts in lieutenant governorship plans, party strategizing, and possible coalitions among national leaders to influence nominations.
ANSE CAMPE recalls simple autumn evenings of childhood. He describes kids roasting corn, smoking and laughing in old neighborhoods as poppin corn crackles and melted butter scents fill the air, contrasting with modern children's tastes and routines.
Mayer I William Tehrens declared yesterday he would present his first message to the council. He said the plan would touch all matters pertaining to city government and outline the administration’s intended actions for the coming year.
A fragmented clipping discusses The Guide Post by Henry van Dyke with garbled text. It mentions poetry, literature, and Christian imagery, including Gideon and Legion themes, in a mixed collage of phrases and names from the era.
A man recalls Wilhelm Wooser's cruel trick leaving his prized rooster slain. Neighbors whisper of retribution yet the speaker vows friendship and restraint. He envisions a midnight plan to haunt Wooser and hopes to avoid further suffering for all.
Fragment of a historical text urging teachers to guide children toward easy thinking. It contrasts hard mental strain with gentle, calming prompts to open the mind, suggesting a controlled, slow approach to problem solving and memory recall. The perspective emphasizes reducing pressure to improve thinking.
The Waterbury Republican urges American Nature Association to act to save the bald eagle in Alaska from extinction. It argues existing slaughter and industry harm the species, calls for immediate conservation measures, and advocates rapid breeding programs and legal protection to restore the eagle as a national emblem.
One hundred years ago residents celebrated planting a front yard shade tree initiative. A local entrepreneur advertised 12 to 14 foot saplings at eight dollars each while urging neighbors to invest for health benefits and cooler summers. Streets near Hudson Street and the north side of the corner urged support for the project as a seasonal, public-spirited improvement.
Reader questions addressed by Dr. Copeland cover when to stop work due to heart or kidney trouble, sunburn protection, soap choices for dry skin, nail disorders, and general dermatology tips. The piece includes guidance on light work with kidney issues, wearing sunscreen, and using appropriate soaps for different water types, plus a note on seeking physician evaluation for persistent conditions.
The text offers instructions about treating facial skin issues with cold cream and a steaming face. It mentions that the condition may persist and suggests visiting a ski specialist in case the trouble does not clear up quickly.
Danbury is expanding its straw hat production as a growing industry. About 100 workers are now employed, with Mallory Hat Company leading the way by selling straw hats under its own name. The Frank H. Lee Company, a pioneer in straw hat making, also reports rising demand as the season begins.
A corroding satire laments an overload of laws across states and nations. The reader jokes about a swollen neck and legs from excess statutes, urges a constitutional doctor’s examination, and asks if political sanity exists amid mounting legislation.
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