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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Oct 08, 1923
Page
8
Bridgeport Telegram shows subscription rates and office details for The Post Publishing Co. in Bridgeport Connecticut. The item notes rates for weekdays and Sundays, with circulation audit and Associated Press credit transparency.
A mixed wire of brief editorial notes discusses frost impact on crops and general efficiency, hints at Mussolini, Pinchot presidential prospects, and light quips about lawnmowers and football. It reflects a period voice with aphorisms on memory, reputation, and personal reflection.
Fair conditions prevail in New England with continued cool temperatures. A broad disturbance moved eastward across the western half of the nation Sunday night while high pressure remains over the east. winds shift from moderate to fresh north and northeast along the coast, with little temperature change anticipated across the next two days.
Historical account explains long wet spells as due to abundant moisture and stalled cyclones. It notes moisture from Gulf winds feeding clouds and rain, with periodic clearing followed by renewed rain as air rises. Cites 1918 Ohio floods when rivers rose 10 to 16 feet, causing deaths and widespread damage.
Sam Longo a Newtown cobbler was bound over to Criminal Superior Court in Danbury for alleged burglary after a Saturday hearing in Newtown Town Court. He faces charges tied to the murder of Louis Dee Blanc of Danbury and was arrested after his release on theft of bathroom fixtures from Ronald Castle in Newtown.
The Bridgeport State Trade School should offer three paths: a direct trade course, a 50 50 program combining academic high school and trade training, and a part time work coupled program for students who must earn money. The city must provide an adequate building to unlock these options as the state bears most expenses.
The piece discusses anthracite pricing with Governor Pinchot urged to probe freight rates as relief. It notes coal commission findings of high profits, New England tax impact, and the tension between various diagnoses: freight rates, oversupply of mines and miners, and railroad control.
A description of a formed circle involving miners, operators, railroads and a state government, each bearing partial responsibility for high coal prices and each offering about half a plausible alibi.
The Washington plan supports creating a national criminal identification bureau after agreement by Attorney General Daugherty and police representatives. It argues centralized national effort could aid interstate crime cases while respecting state police prerogatives, enhancing rapid suspect identification and interagency cooperation.
An editorial notes public fascination with gas buggies and the surge in automobile sales this year. It observes shortages in deliveries, ongoing replacements, and the need for regulation and safety education to manage traffic from more trucks and cars, while encouraging continued admiration and purchase where possible.
Yale produced Chronicles of America film Columbus will be shown at Palace theatre Bridgeport this week. Four Sunday performances on Columbus Day weekend aim to educate school children about American history with a strong continuity and educational intent.
Milford Oct. 7 Special to the Telegram The death of James Green of West Towne street occurred Saturday morning from a stroke. A Milford resident for years, he worked as a tower man for the New Haven railroad. He was a Newburgh New York native survived by five children James Jr George John Carre V and Hauk. Funeral from his home Tuesday Oct 9 at 9 30 am Interment in Newburgh New York The Connecticut League of Women Voters reports three hundred and forty five women serving in every town office statewide.
Senator George P. McLean is described as 66 with a long career in Connecticut politics. The article notes his service as state senator United States district attorney Governor and U S Senator elected November 7 1918 reelected in 1919 and his term expires March 3 1929. Born October 7 1867 in Simsbury he attended Hartford public high school and earned an A M from Yale. In Congress he is slated as ranking member on the Finance committee and Chairman of the Banking and Currency committee.
Harry Palmer aged 28 of Dorchester Mass head brakeman on a Hartford to Boston freight train was killed late last night while the train was being switched in the railroad yard here. Palmer leaves a wife and infant in Dorchester and his parents Mr and Mrs George Palmer of Douglas Idaho. He was a World War I veteran.
The Guide Post argues that popular infallibility is a dangerous myth. It cites biblical crucifixion, warns against following a multitude to evil, and notes how democracies in history failed when crowds moved unchecked. It stresses thoughtful plebiscites over rash referendums.
A fragmented Q and A list covers child actors Shakespearean theatre, the origin of the word Hoot, American women landscape architects, international flag descriptions, coal smoke in London, the poker term Pail one Duck, mileage of the Chicago Milwaukee and St Paul line, ocean wave measurements, purchasing power of the dollar in 1920s, and Naval Academy nominations.
Walt Mason riffs on the Firpo versus Dempsey hype noting how Firpo was urged by jargon filled prophecies and training plans from Argentina and experts to capture the title, but Dempsey revived and expected to strike back with a single opening blow in the ring.
An essay argues readers misjudge their own children while quick to judge others. The author notes how parents overlook small faults at home yet resent outsiders who critique their kids. He urges self reflection on parental biases and how strangers’ blunt observations may reveal blind spots.
Members of the Hebrew Sick Benefit association must present hospital certificates before any benefit. The amendment was adopted at a meeting at HH A hall on Amudivon avenue. Officers elected for six months include Samuel Steinaut president H Arinow vice president Morris Bufford financial secretary De Max Boas treasurer M Lazarowicz recording secretary Dr Isidor Yochalnar examining and family physician, keeping Dr Yochiiman in fifth term. Also notes Sir Walter Scott’s mother known for individuality and talents while his father described as dull.
The Bishop cup was formally presented to the Miamogue Yacht Club Saturday night during a dance and reception. Vice Commodore Joseph Wokingen of Pequonnock Yacht Club opened the ceremonies, and Howard Banter accepted the cup. The race on April 26 saw Veind, owned by Frank Cogilline, win easily, beating Louis of Pequonnock by a half hour. other entrants received smaller prizes.
Dr R B S Copeland discusses fear of blindness, the cheerfulness of blind people, and that cataract is usually remediable by a quick, painless operation. He advises consult an eye specialist to assess risk, notes common causes, and offers guidance on hearing and skin remedies, with readers invited to submit questions for medical hygiene topics.
A girl about ten years old asks if she will grow taller and what her correct weight should be. The guidance says she will likely grow for several years and that at her age and weight she should weigh about 122 pounds. The text then begins a different fragment.
A 1823 item recalls an anti subscription tale in western New York. An agent offered the Life of Bona Parta prospectus, reading aloud a price of one dollar in boards and twenty five cents in sheep. The man declined, noting he might not have boards or sheep when called to pay.
Hunting season opens at sunrise today with laws in effect for all species except rabbits. Shore birds are promising, with woodcock partridge and pheasants allowed under bag limits of five, three, and two respectively. Season totals cap at 15 pheasants, 21 partridge, and 26 woodcock. rabbits begin November 1, and a closed season applies to unspecified species.
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