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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Oct 02, 1920
Page
12
Frayed text indicates a local notice about advertising rates payable in advance, with addresses at Metropol Tower Naw Fork and references to public service bids and publication details. The fragment mentions publishing schedules and circulation by a local press, with Associated Press credit and republication rights.
Fragmented OCR reads as a poem fragment by John Kendrick Bangs. It mentions mornings, vigor, and a self-directed ascent toward mastery, with unclear context and several garbled phrases. The readable parts indicate a reflective, motivational tone.
The scrambled OCR fragment references a Spasebat player stabbing and a chaotic game context at an aidery event. It mentions Newberry, subway traffic, department actions, and political notes about Roosevelt and Jesse James, with scattered references to sugar markets and New York drivers.
Figures from the Post Office report that C H K Curtis publications including the Saturday Evening Post Ladies Home Journal and Country Gentleman lose about 5 008 000 annually under the new postal zone system and over a million under the old system. The piece argues for charging second class mail at cost to end the public subsidy for private publishers.
An old discussion reveals the acre’s shifting meanings across regions. It traces from Edward I to King George IV, noting England, Scotland, Ireland, and local Irish hop fields vary from 4940 to 7840 square yards and beyond. The piece argues for a universal metric standard to end global confusion.
A columnist explains common phobias naming neurasthenic classifications by Edwin L. Ash and describes idea-o-phobia as a reluctance to learn new things. The piece notes learning dips after age 25 and credits progress to those who stay mentally flexible.
Earl Osbourne describes J Quborne’s career from school to scale business. He trained with Standard Scale and Supply in Bridgeport and now manages the firm at 188 Toohn Street.
The piece argues that taxes are a universal certainty and presents varied tax theories from tariffs to income taxes. It contends voters should favor thrift and reduced government revenue, claiming politicians resist lower taxes to avoid patronage and excessive spending.
The Wheeling speech echoes opposition to WWI entry and the idea that the war aimed at democracy. The speaker argues America joined for liberty and self government, denying financial motives and asserting the Allies would have won if the nation had stayed out. The passage defends the war effort and humanity.
The idea emphasizes gradual progress in study. Small, incremental attempts build understanding and skills, reducing overwhelm. Persistent, bite sized practice over time yields steady improvement and deeper retention.
Bridgeport previews include a talk on Eternal Punishment and Reward led by Rev J S Smell with visiting officers Monday night at Living Spring Division Sons of Temperance. The Golden Wedding of Hon Origen Seymour planned in Litchfield, and Greenbackers host rally in St Johns Hall with George Hewitt and F E Cleveland. Episcopal convention opens in New York with regional clergy and lay delegates. Also noted are property appeal results on Wall Street extension, and upcoming obituaries and funeral notices for local residents.
Fragmentary text discusses ancient use of tin and decay dyes altering its crystalline structure. It notes rarity of tin implements found by archaeologists and suggests a degradation process turning tin into a gray powder. Timing of tin decay may vary and could spread from one item to another.
A reflective piece questions ongoing tensions between Russia and Poland, noting cycles of pursuit and retaliation. The author laments endless conflict and urges nations to choose peaceful cooperation, milk the cows, and set aside belligerence. The tone critiques warlike rumors and longing for harmony.
A Wilton letter responds to a Sept letter accusing political bias. It defends the school committee’s refusal to reopen Center School, cites costs of transportation versus reopening, and notes state and town reviews. It defends Stranz Comstock against attacks, asserts furniture ownership and benches remain with the Center School building, and reiterates support for Comstock’s renomination while criticizing the opposing campaign.
Washington dispatch recounts 1850 campaign dynamics and the rise of the Republican party. It notes Lincoln’s restrained campaign style, Douglas as a powerful orator, and their 1858 Senate debates shaping national fate and the subsequent Civil War era.
A letter dated September 26, 1920 from Wilton Connecticut notes that the attached statement and concerns about the Prattton Center affairs are accurate and reflects the views of forty reputable Wilton citizens addressed to Mr. Comstork of The Bridgeport Telegram.
Fragmentary verse laments evanescent pride and repeating regrets while praising a figure who rises above the world’s efforts to down him. The lines claim honor and renown for the individual, noting unaided triumph.
A digest of reader queries and concise answers on topics from the secretary bird and its name origin to the Amazon river, wood spirit tests for alcohol, ocean depths, passenger pigeons, Teddy bears, Zimmerwaldists, the saying thin as a rail, President Wilson’s voice, certified milk, oil-field activity, and printers rollers. Each answer gives core facts, names, places, and numbers from the source.
A comprehensive American School Hygiene Association publication for the American Red Cross offers a free booklet with height and weight charts for boys and girls, guidance on dental health adenoids teeth malnutrition feet and 45 other topics. It urges readers to request a copy via coupon by providing name and address.
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