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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Oct 15, 1923

Page

8

Bridgeport Telegram Subscriptions and Publication Details

Bridgeport Telegram, established 1991, is a daily paper except Sunday published by The Post Publishing Co at 140 Middle Street Bridgeport Connecticut. Subscription rates payable in advance. Overviews art department and circulation audit by ABC. Associated Press content rights noted.

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Editorial Notes on Love and Modern Life

A collection of fragmented observations on society, marriage, work, and public figures. The notes touch on Ford, Bryan, New York interests, and the gaze of contemporary culture, with quips about marriage, honesty in action, and late hours affecting men differently.

Weather Outlook Michigan to Atlantic States

New England will be cloudy and cooler Monday with continued high pressure east of the Mississippi. A narrow rain belt stretched from the St Lawrence valley to Texas in the past 24 hours. Unseasonably warm Sunday covered Virginia northward and the Canadian northwest. Expect cloudy east of the Mississippi for two days, cooler temperatures Monday in the middle and north Atlantic states. Winds from Sandy Hook northward moderate to fresh. over Sandy Hook to Hatteras winds shift north and north east with overcast conditions Monday.

New England New York Mississippi River St. Lawrence Valley Texas Atlantic Virginia Canadian Middle Atlantic North Atlantic Sandy Hook Hatteras

Weather and drought plague the northeast after hurricane

The article explains a late September weather pattern with a West Indian hurricane that hit the Florida coast and moved up the Gulf Stream, creating dry air and a rain drought in the northeast. It notes low precipitation, dried wells and springs, and discomfort as the storm’s path altered regional climate.

Thee Great Palne Omaha Florida Gulf Stream Ormohn Ket Iver Nature

Republican Opportunity for Bridgeport Convention May Reset City

The Bridgeport Republican party meets tonight to name a city ticket and possibly overhaul its structure. Voters opposed to the old leadership hope for a new organization and a fresh slate, arguing the city and state deserve a break from past methods and promises.

Republican Party of Bridgeport Sheriff's Pease’s Cuests

Fire prevention urged in schools and homes nationwide

The article discusses rising emphasis on fire prevention over firefighting, citing the International Fire Prevention Congress in New York and Dr TE George Payne of New York University. It notes ongoing gaps in universal adoption, calls for improved methods, and highlights rising child fatalities in fires from 1916 to 1920 despite overall deaths declining among adults.

New York Congress TE. George Payne New York University United States

Fire prevention urged through education and quick alarms

Dr Payne stresses prevention in children as education, noting many cities already teach prevention and cut fire hazards. A L Tinker cites a city study showing 70 percent of big-damage fires worsened by delayed alarms, urging prompt notification to fire services and awareness of alarm boxes despite frequent nearby testing.

Payne A. L. Tinker

Federal probe into coal prices and shortages

The federal government will investigate the scarcity and high prices of anthracite coal. United States Attorney William Hayward directs the inquiry, centered in New York, to determine if price increases stem from unlawful agreements. Prosecution hinges on proving interstate conspiracy under the Sherman Act. otherwise enforcement rests with state authorities.

United States William Hayward New York Hayward

Much liquor raid in Westport ends with five arrests

Police raid the Reindeer Inn in Westport early yesterday found patrons intoxicated and seized multiple pilons of wine and whiskey, two bottles of gin and Vermouth. The proprietor Georgy Ross and six others including Mrs Thoma Anni Connor Charles Anderson William Anderson were arrested and released on $500 bonds for Westport town court appearance Thursday.

Reindeer Inn Westport Road Atute Frank Verelli Teg W. Carroll Samuel T. Metcalf Bridgeport Georgy Ross Hqnor George Thoma Anni Connor Brooklyn Charles Anderson Norwalk Iawn Anderson Westport Town Court

Man dies from moonshine liquor in Willard Street case

A man identified as Hrank Meodaluki of Willard Street died yesterday, attributed to drinking bootleg liquor. The incident occurred after a gathering at Willer Najadrik’s home on Hamilton Street where members of the family woke to the disturbance.

Hrank Meodaluki Willard Street Stodalyki Willer Najadrik Hamilton Street

Nightfall Improper Lodging Leads to Disturbance

A man, found down on a kitchen floor from intoxication, was reported yesterday at ten o'clock in the morning. Details indicate a disturbance stemming from alcohol impairment and a need for quiet recovery.

The Guide Post On Songs Of Deliverance And Repentance

Henry Van Dyke speaks of psalm and gospel themes as “musts and dancing” around salvation. He imagines friends singing and music guarding the soul, warning that joy should greet repentance, not linger in riot. The piece urges pure music as defense against evil thoughts and cautions against harsh sermons that deter return.

Sowe Churchen

Sixteen Horses Fall in Big Steeplechase at Greenwich

Vierray owned by Frederick H. Hontecou of Greenwich won the Steeplechase over a 3 3/4 mile course. Jericho owned by Julian Fleigehman of Long Island took second, Comrodore Gaunt owned by Mrs. Walter H. Bowes of Greenwich finished third. The $1,100 purse paid $1,000 to the winner, $306 to second, and $260 to third as sixteen runners started and all fell at least once. Judges were Frank Bryant of Philadelphia and Henry Bell of Baltimore.

Frank Bryant Philadelphia Henry Bell Baltimore Wow Cy Ruxton Arthur DL. Watthen le Rich Steerg Charles Arthur Moore Ralert Lawre Charles J Leader Gordon Grand Guy Carleton Johnny J. Lowman Fred Hi Bontecou

Samuel Broom Dies During New York Walking Trip

Samuel Broom, president of the Tinted Shirt Manufacturers' Association and a director of the National Wholesale Dry Goods Association, died suddenly today while walking on Whitman Avenue in New York. He was years old and led Brookm and Newman shirt manufacturing in New York, with prominence in Jewish religious movements.

New York Samuel ‘Broom Tinted Asociation National Wholesale Dry Goods Avaocation Witta Avenue Broom Broam and Newman Shirk Manufacturing

Answers to Questions on Gambling, Mourning Jewelry and More

A reader’s compilation covers pari mutuel pools and leverage, mourning jewelry in South America, roll calls in the House of Representatives, silver fineness marked as 925, and U S broadcasting initials. It also notes timber and land figures for reindeer grazing, origins of Irish potato naming, and clarifies that U S broadcasting stations must have city and call letters.

South America Chile Peru Jet House of Representa A Alesha

He-Man Fad Criticized By Walt Mason In Verse

In a satirical poem Walt Mason blasts the He-Man stereotype. He mocks muscular heroes who flaunt arctic grit and heroic deeds yet neglect ordinary work and kindness. The poet calls for men who hoe beans teach school clerk in stores and support families over flashy violence.

Morning Manners in the Home

Angelo Patri observes that manners vanish at breakfast and linger through the morning. Tips include sending children to bed on time, preparing clothes, and sharing bathroom etiquette to reduce friction. A kinder mood may follow, with smiles easing the day.

Tene Brother George Slares Dusfer Geal Algo

Beloin Starts Coal Inspections Today

The Tall Inspectian of scales will be aided by Welgehts Sealer of Measures in examining weights used by coal dealers after multiple complaints. Inspectors will conduct tight tests to ensure buyers receive the correct weights, as concerns about false measures have been raised.

Sealer Boldin

Aunt to Stage Owners

One hundred years ago the Baltimore Chronicle notes a French idea to warm theatre stages. A stage spot used pewter tanks underfoot fed with hot water at each stop, warming feet and easing cold and discomfort, while producing a pleasant glow in the room.

Battimore Chronicle France

Meaty Comralmienti on Health and Digestion

A writer discusses a planned health book for youth, stressing bodily knowledge, digestion, and how physical ailments affect mind and behavior. He explains how bad teeth, constipation, and undigested waste harm health, detailing the small and large intestines and the ileocecal valve as key to proper absorption and function.

Medical Q and A column with skin and climate tips

Dr Copeland answers reader questions on skin bleaching after sunburn massaging with lemon or peroxide for blemishes dry versus warm climates for bronchitis advice to see a plastic surgeon for prominent facial veins orthopedist for flat feet and wearing properly fitted shoes requests self addressed stamped envelopes for correspondence and readers’ medical hygiene topics

Copeland

Accused escapes from Norwalk court still at large

State police from Bridgeport barracks rode motorcycles as they hunted Joseph Appurzo, 25, of New York, who fled Norwalk police court Saturday while awaiting trial on rum charges. Reports say he entered a car headed toward New Haven, but inquiries found no fruit of the search.

Bridgeport Joseph Appurzo New York Norwalk New Haven

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