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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Nov 21, 1919
Page
14
Bridgeport Paper reprints John Kendrick Bangs poem The Consolation Prize reflecting on misfortune and fate. Despite rough luck the speaker vows to meet adversities with resolve and humor, asserting not to blame fate even if outcomes turn harsh. The piece captures early 20th century literary tone and public newspaper format.
A fragmented morning column of wry observations and snippets. It touches on seasonal weather, Thanksgiving, sugar bowls, a hypothetical American cocktail, a public sense of politics, jokes about the Senate, and cultural references from films and literature.
A past report discusses Dr. Einstein's light bending idea caused by gravitation. British astronomers cite May eclipse observations showing star positions displaced near the sun, suggesting light curves. The piece notes the theory could unsettle space time concepts, yet argues the gravitational law still holds and Newtonian gravity remains valid.
A letter-style piece recounts Pussyfoot Williams and his London protest against American prohibition tactics. It notes he was beaten at a platform, pelted with flourbags, and mocked with insults deeming all drink and smoke un-American. The author cautions reformers against importing foreign methods by comparing to Bolshevik critiques.
A 1919 essay contends Mars inhabitants would struggle with drought and canals, while praising Pioneer era Americans for enduring harsh odds. It argues modern life brings heavier personal burdens, suggesting hardship strengthens character and daily life’s trials may be blessings.
A Viet representative argues that Russian Americans face discrimination and rights restrictions, while noting most Russians care for peaceful coexistence. He cites examples of agitation and praises Russian contributions in arts and culture amid concern over lawbreaking subgroups.
A reflective piece on gratitude suggests that prosperity breeds complacency and that true thankfulness grows when attention shifts from envy of others to aiding those with fewer resources. The essay contrasts contentment in basic needs with discontent at abundance, urging empathy and broader benevolence.
Bridgeport Forty Years Ago reports a busy scene with weather talk, wrecks of pipes, and snow storms. It notes new lodge members at Mithra Lodge and repairs at White Mfg Co in Cannon Street. Local events include a grand lodge visit, a Christmas tree drawing, evergreens trade, and a boxing style wrestling match next week. Also covered are train counts on regional lines, a death of Rev Dr Luther Allen, and various crime notes including burglaries at Southport and a bank theft.
Washington officials signaled that the German liner Imperator will be tendered to Great Britain to settle the controversy over its disposition. The fate of seven other German steamers in similar status remained undecided, to depend on the final disposition of German flag tankers now held in the Werth by order of the supreme peace council.
Paraffin proves highly useful for housework. A soft cloth moistened with paraffin brightens wood via regular dustings. Laundresses add a bit to soaking water and to starch to prevent sticking. It cleans enameled furniture, bathtubs, sinks, and improves paint cleanliness without damage.
Canada holds a favorable position regarding water power potential with access to most major commercial centers via transmission lines from Atlantic to Pacific. In North America, clustered hydro sites are poised to meet projected power needs for generations. Concrete poles for high voltage lines in Brentwood California are described as forty one feet long tapered reinforced structures carrying about twenty eight hundred horsepower over spans of 250 to 390 feet.
The world has 2,900,000 acres of producing rubber trees with 1,600,000 under British control. The London Times reports market value of shares representing this acreage at $70,000,000 as of August 1.
In Grand Rapids Michigan on November 2 the National Grange adopted resolutions opposing settlements of industrial disputes without considering agriculture. The group argued that farmers cannot be blamed for higher living costs from wage and hour changes, noting that higher industrial wages raise farm costs and wages without boosting farm production.
Cabrie Milas of 385 State street reported losing 500 after a stranger at State and Broad Streets promised a fortune and asked for money to prove trustworthiness. Milas withdrew his savings, but returned to find his acquaintance vanished with a handkerchief containing only newspaper clippings.
A reader service outlines brief Q and A on diverse topics. Questions cover horse meat legality, highest office held by a colored man, value of cigar ashes, edibility of acorns, liquor tax refunds, Lodge the Spiritualist query, presidential vote records, dining etiquette, presidential line of succession, and weather-related marriage superstitions.
Water for home use should be clear odorless colorless and wholesome with a soft feel and general farm use temperature around 50 degrees. Such qualities do not prove purity as water may appear clean yet harbor disease germs. reject any suspicious supply until inspected by a competent sanitarian such as the State Board of Health.
A description explains metal shrapnel goggles with a rubber pad for protection. A small water conduit behind the eye area allows clearing vision while blocking most incoming missiles.
A third Hallett School community meeting discusses winter season plans and district openings. Barnant district hosts first meeting tonight, Lincoln district schedules its first on December 9 for business purposes. Waltersville Maplewood Columbus and Longfellow districts also plan openings.
A fragment from Walt Mason reflecting on sorrow and envy among workers and travelers. The speaker notes aching ears and a heart near breaking as woes and dust accompany journeys. Envy erodes joy and old pleasures, while the car and wagon era fuels bitterness.
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