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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Oct 13, 1926
Page
12
Bridgeport Telegram lists advertising rates with annual and monthly options and charges for distances beyond 150 miles. It notes in house circulation, toll-free advertiser assistance, and credit to the Associated Press for news.
The New Haven Journal-Courier argues Connecticut is ruled by a single boss, J Henry Roraback, shaping public policy and elections. It warns against the dangers of dual roles in government and business, urging organized party strength from the ground up to challenge the one man machine.
Dr Herman munudensen of Chicago denounces public education based on a supposed twelve year mental age, ridiculing wartime intelligence tests as flawed. He argues such 'mental age' measures misjudge people and that many high scorers are unreliably capable, while questioning the basis for labeling humanity's average mind at twelve.
The piece questions the value of a congressional seat versus orchards, mocks editors and readers, and imagines how cartooning might affect the Congressional Record. It riffs on John Seta Jr of Weston and Held, speculating on future cartoon prominence and editorial reactions.
In a fragmentary discussion the idea is floated that Republicans might dispatch J M Darling, known as Ding, to Washington to counteract Held's influence, though no formal decision is recorded.
New Milford Times notes Stark Perlis suggests Weantinaug as the lake name formed by Rock River dam. Residents object, favoring Lake Candlewood as a ridge linked to Sherman Wilton Fairfield Danbury and area. A citizens committee reviews, but Lake Candlewood seems likely to persist.
A fragmented political scene recalls bitter defeats and alleged treachery among leaders who betrayed their party. One beaten candidate rises to claim his campaign was clean and appeals for unity as supporters vow retribution and resume their fight.
A fragmented archival medley describes a decaying house with smashed windows and crumbling brickwork, contrasted with scattered musings on weather, winter relief for farmers, and faded social and educational ideals. The piece blends observations on decay and hints of broader cultural reflections from an era.
A speculative look ahead to 1960 forecasts faster auto traffic. Predictions include banked mega highways with half mile turns, tall windbreak walls, extensive ad billboards, mile-long perfume slogans, smooth surfaces, one way coast to coast routes, elevated towns above highways, and strict speed tests with tickets for access.
A Hartford Monday night convention at the Gard hotel nominated Fred P Hott and Attorney Benjamin F Chesky as Democratic candidates for representative from Hartford. Speakers included Charles Morris Henry J Cainen and George H Gate. Morris criticized Connecticut conditions and the machine influence in New Haven and state offices.
A reader letter policy invites free expression while promising confidentiality for correctly signed submissions. Letters exceeding eighty words may be shortened by editors and may be edited for clarity. The notice warns that communications are not guaranteed to receive attention.
A motorists letter complains that accessory stores sell headlights stronger than legal limits and urges authorities to address the dangerous condition. The writer thanks a Mr. Motori and asks Mr. Filter to inform police about the issue for public safety.
The text reflects fragmented commentary on temperance and wealth, alongside political shifts as Democrats and Republicans navigate nominations and local district chair turmoil. It notes industrial growth in Germany and major firms in photography, with sparse, garbled references to elections, figures, and social concerns.
A series of inquiries and sermons discuss Christ’s nature and mediatorship, the Holy Spirit’s role, and the relation of divine grace to historic gospel portrayal. The author questions whether Christ’s presence is visible within doctrine and explores scriptural harmony, Pentecost, and the Spirit’s revealing work in faith and righteousness.
Chestnut slights netl through Ala Hl 1 area as organizers report unclear results amid scattered reports of weather delays. Officials say the event proceeded with limited attendance and local observers noted inconsistent timing and partial scores.
A California youth receives the Trinity Award amid diverse recognitions. The ceremony highlighted community service and leadership, while local officials lauded the individual for civic engagement and positive impact.
A fragmented weather and war marginal article notes a World War era cannon erection and unsettled conditions. It mentions warmer trends, shifting winds, and storm potential across regions including New York and Sandy Hook with northeast to southeast winds possible.
Fragmentary weather note from 4 p.m. observations near New Haven uses unclear terms and mixed names. Compiled by a midwestern almanac group, the text is largely illegible and does not provide concrete data or usable forecast details.
A woman was arrested yesterday on liquor selling charges. Police say she had previously been warned and paid a $300 bond. The case involved twelve individuals and occurred at a local residence last night.
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