Telegraphic Record of Ridgeport Subscriptions 1891
The Ridgeport Telegram announces subscription details in advance with monthly rates and handling by the Crescent Publishing Co. It notes city circulation and service connections, including Milford and Palre areas, and lists advertising and telephone contact options. The notice references the Associated Press and republication rights for local dispatches.
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Crlishing CO
Bridgeport
Conn
Barwara
Ad Cepnetmants
Milford
Milfort
Federal education move challenged by Carpenter in Houghton June
Federal Alderman Charles E Carpenter argues against a federal Department of Education. He contends it would usurp state powers, with money tied to compliance on standards. He warns that federal aid would erode state control and herald a centralized education system.
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Charles E. Carpenter
F. Nourrison & Co
Philadelphia
Houghton
Curtis-Reed ‘Dill
Department of Education
Carpenter
Cannes
Forward Pass Debate and Football Rules Controversy
A fragment discusses criticism of the forward pass in football, urging rules committees to ban or shrink it to revive the running game. It cites calls from William Abbott and others who argue the pass destabilizes play, with mentions of season upsets and uncertain field outcomes.
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New
William Abbott
Ted Most
Amended Season Aim Seeks Unbeaten Football Run
The text discusses aspirations for a flawless season with one team possibly winning all games. It critiques a grouch about the yard pass, notes a 32 to score near a store of that size, and questions forward pass compatibility among coaches and players. It suggests elimination of coaches or passes if chemistry fails.
Public fascination with murder cases in literature and life
The piece ponders readers interest in sensational crimes like the Hals Mills trial, comparing it to Shakespeare and noting that curiosity about capital crime reflects literacy and societal curiosity. It argues that those engaged by such stories are honest and normal, not guilty of voyeurism.
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Perton
Neven
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Fleet Rank
Imurder
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Winnipeg
Canadas
The Big Fight and the Democratic Fallout
A political analysis argues that overwhelming odds decided the result as Democrats blamed heavy funding from Republicans. It notes the party still holds some strength with around seven thousand voters, suggesting past Democratic wins could have altered the outcome.
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Aoleon
Artil Levy
Vnto
Atey
Bri Peters
Brann's Silent Veil Over Marlborough Nuptials Revisited
A dated diatribe resurfaced arguing Consuela Wir Wilt was pressured into marriage with the Duke of Marlborough by her mother. The piece, once penned by William Cowper Brann, mocked the match and claimed the duke’s American bride lacked refinement. The present social circle and duke reportedly echo Brann’s critique, while commentators imagine his ghost reacting.
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Brann
Tribute to Communism in High Profile Murder Case
National Republics report three hundred thousand Gollare spent to suppress Barco and Vangetu two men convicted of murder tied to a hay role incident. Prosecution cites communist violence as motive while noting Soviet ties and Third International links. Embassies threatened as defense seeks dismissal. New York Times reference appears in a recent issue.
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Vangetu
Setissary
Hayrole Poisch
Offenee
Poe Americaan
Peinomit
Sacegami Vansetth
HP Ldck Pace
Mearovo Am Mangenti
New York
Waris
Noted Claim of Frame Up Drives Publicity Worth Millions
The passage asserts that no radical is ever convicted without cries of frame up and cites $300,000 worth of publicity, noting a $305,005 base and speculation on additional funds from unknown sources. It implies heavy private funding and public attention surrounding the case.
Letters to the Editor Question Court Process and Delays
A reader letter discusses a motorist who struck a girl and whose victim died. The coroner exonerated the man, but court papers misrouting caused delay. A lawyer offered services for 100 dollars. the wife intervened and the coroner said papers were already sent. The writer questions possible negligence or connivance and criticizes the legal system.
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Pepe
Phlilosoph
Mirrors of Washington Mirrors of Washington
Washington columnist CLANTON W. GILBERT analyzes Speaker Nicholas Longworth and the presidency. He notes no Speaker has ever been nominated while in office, cites past speakers' fates, and argues Longworth’s quick rise may shield him temporarily but a 1928 bid hinges on sustained influence and timing.
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Coolidge
Longworth
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White House
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New York
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Maryland
United States Senate
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Hee
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Wilson
Baltimore
Sentence Sermons Seek Real Men to Initiate
A fragment describes a man seeking genuine character, noting Snow’s lesson on hypocrisy versus sincerity. It mentions despising false flashers and judging men beyond official reports. The piece hints at stern tests for patience in both men and parents.
Friendship by Anne Campbell poem fragment
Fragmentary verse recalls a speaker who leaves a golden wrapping world to seek a truer metal beneath. The speaker vows a lasting bond with a distant beloved, insisting the real value lies beyond flashy allure.
Political Pointers and Local Government Debates
A sprawling Hartford area column surveys political fund contributions, local civic appointments, and city management proposals. It notes donors to campaigns, a shift in police and jail leadership, regulatory changes on street vending, and a clash over Naugatuck's proposed city manager plan with support from the chamber and opposition from Ward Whittemore.
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Naugatuck
Harris Whittemore
Chamber of Commerce
The Drug Problem and Individual Responsibility
Dr. Fa discusses how far society should intervene when a person harms himself with drugs. He notes the tension between personal privilege to indulge and the impact on family and others, suggesting treatment only with consent and raising questions about doctors, access, and prevention. The piece weighs rights, welfare, and ethical limits in drug control.
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Iraan
Stage Fright by Walt Mason
Walt Mason recounts stage fright during a village talk with friends in Sunday attire. He trembles, cannot speak, and ends up in a brook to recover, vowing never again to perform. He reflects on the pressure to speak and the slow evolution of language and public speech habits.
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Walt Mason
Nevermore
Qwaxs
Questions on prayer and parish life guidance from Cadman era
The Rev Dr I Parkes Cadman answers readers on prayer limits and social life for a young New York woman. He explains prayer reflects divine law and human agency, then advises engaging with church social centers, YWCA, and local clergy to ease loneliness and build constructive activities.
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I. Parkes Cadman
Federal Council of Churches of Christ In America
Cadman
Canada sown wheat area drops to 397,900 acres in 1926-27
Ottawa report shows Canada excluding British Columbia had 397,900 acres sown for the 1926-27 season up to October 31, a decline of 184,700 acres or 19 percent from 1925. The figure reflects fast wheat acreage as of the crop report release. Major emphasis on total area and year-to-year change.
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Ottawa
Ont
Canada
British Columbia
Indictments Filed Against Corcoran and Hartnett in Extortion Case
Boston, Nov. 1. Indictments charging former Middlesex District Attorney William J. Corcoran and William J. Hartnett with conspiracy to extort money from Albert Victor Searles heir of Edward F. Searles of Methuen were filed in Superior Court. District Attorney Thomas J. OBrien declined to seek a second trial after a hung jury previously. One prior indictment alleging $236,000 theft from Scott W. Paul of Methuen was not pressed. The cases relate to blackmail linked to Corcorans conviction and sentence for a separate offense.
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Mass
William J. Corcoran
Middlesex County
William J. Hartnett
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Edward F. Searles
Metheun
Thomas J. O'Brien
Corcoran
Hartweet
Scott W. Paul
Methenn
Trom
Searles
Motion Picture Man Forfeits His Bond
Greenwich November 1. John Wollan of Newark, motion picture distributor, forfeited a 336 bond after failing to appear in court on a speeding charge. Motorcycle Officer Willan Robbing arrested him last night for driving about 54 mph. LaMonte Fitzgerald of Stamford was fined 4 tolls and costs for road rule violations. Henry Koski, local resident, was fined 15 and costs for breach of peace.
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Cial
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Newark
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LaMonte Fitzgerald
Stantfords
Coats
Henry Koski
Death of Charles E Selleck at Neuse Street Home
Charles E Selleck died at his Neuse Street residence in his ninety first year. He leaves two daughters born in New York City. A Brooklyn School educated man, he was an owner of Appleby and Johnson department store, retiring thirty years ago and moved to Stwinford.
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Weather Forecast for Southern New England and New York
Cloudy and colder with likely rain on the coast and interior snow or rain through Thursday across Southern New England and eastern New York. Disturbances move northeast, with gales along the Atlantic coast. rain or snow likely inland, and a trend toward monthly fair weather in Atlantic states Wednesday.
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