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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Oct 17, 1922
Page
8
Bridgeport Telegram established in 1801 details subscription rates and delivery by The Post Publishing Co. in Bridgeport Connecticut. Mentions Barnum era ties, audit bureau membership, and Associated Press credit. Newspaper declares rights for republication and advertising representation across offices in New York and Chicago.
A jumbled clipping gathers editorial musings and trivia from a morning page. It mentions turkey shortages, etiquette hints, war taxes, Christmas prep, and various quirky lines about people, places, and events, all in a loose, disorderly collage.
A weather forecast for South New England calls for showers Tuesday and Tuesday night with cooler conditions. Wednesday should be fair but cooler. A mid‑level disturbance moved east from the upper Midwest, followed by high pressure bringing cooler weather across the Plains and Mississippi Valley. Temperatures ran above normal Monday in the eastern states, with showers expected across areas east of the Mississippi River Tuesday. Winds will be moderate to fresh southwest to south, with overcast skies and showers spreading east of the Mississippi River Tuesday, then drier conditions in the Atlantic and Southeast by Wednesday. Sun rises at 6:06, sunset at 6:51. high tide 7:34 am, low tide 2:20 pm.
The United church renews its citizenship forum inviting Lt Gov Charles A. Templeton and Mayor David FitzGerald to address the public side by side. FitzGerald accepted. Templeton's participation depends on his agreement. The event aims to inform voters without a strict debate format, highlighting vital campaign points.
A circular from Mulheim Ruhr Speierf Germany urges funds for a miners children’s home in the Rhenish Westphalian district. It describes widespread hardship, starvation risk for many children, and appeals to American generosity to build the facility. The plea asks Telegram readers to send donations to support relief and temporary care for the miners’ kids.
The piece argues that American generosity has long funded relief for Belgians, the French fatherless, Russians, and others, yet questions whether charity should extend to every crisis. It notes tourists pay taxes on top of surging prices and calls for domestic needs, like hungry miners' children, to be balanced with continuing global aid.
Clinton W. Gilbert, Washington correspondent for the Philadelphia Public Ledger and a newspaper syndicate, admits authorship of the satirical works Mirrors of Washingtons Behind the Mirrors and Behind the Jars. The piece notes his standing in the press gallery and questions about the reception of his books.
Coroner Jota J. Phelan cleared Motorman John Reidy and the conductor of criminal negligence in last Thursday night’s collision that killed Latham Bartlett of Norwalk and seriously injured three others, all remaining in Yorwalk hospital.
Despondent over parental disapproval of her upcoming marriage Franel Yodlonicky a six year old girl of Norwalk shot herself through the temple at her home. She was taken to Norwalk hospital where doctors planned a delicate operation to remove the bullet despite low hopes for her recovery.
Exman injured by auto at Fairfield was attended by Dr J. Carl J. of Bridgemorris and later returned home. Police investigate the hit and run. Also noted a local drum corps success and upcoming Halloween events in Polfield.
A reflective poem-like sketch on illness and aging, noting the burden of doctors, nurses, and medicines. It laments wasted money on remedies while neighbors assist, and contemplates mortality as the body weakens and life’s vigor fades.
A Bridgeport Chamber of Commerce hearing backed a temporary trolley loop on the Plaza to relieve Main Street congestion while preserving future options. Attendees urged a short term use with no city commitment, proposing extensions along Oak Street and Pequonnoeck Street, and shifting traffic away from Main Street to keep business activity steady.
A transcription of mixed Q and A items covers topics from campfire building and US territorial possessions to Roman Senate numbers and poultry egg production. It includes instructions, historical facts, and general guidance with several garbled phrases and OCR errors. Entities include Alaska, American Samoa, Panama Canal Zone, Porto Rico, Philippine Islands, Virgin Islands, and references to Rome.
Midsection verse contrasts youth and middle aged minds. Youth rushes forward with bold plans. middle aged people remain cautious and steady. The poem portrays youth clamoring to lead while seasoned adults gently guide, shaping the world with tempered wisdom.
Angela Patri recounts Charlotta pressing for an evening party at her house with friends Grace Marie and Fritz, while adults warn against late gatherings. The debate shifts to hosting in Marie’s home in the evening, but the caretaker prohibits night events, deeming them unhealthy for children and prioritizing early bedtimes.
In Ansonia at the Bow and Om meat market on 830 Main Street, a break in last night or early this morning saw seven hams taken along with about $10 in change and a pair of glasses owned by Milas Betle Gould. The burglars forced the back door lock to enter.
Ansonia reports three diphtheria cases among students on Fourth Street School. Health officials note two or three children at Snake schools showing symptoms and are investigating.
Royal S. Copeland sums a medical anecdote of a guest who fell ill with severe stomach pain after a dairy meal. A post mortem revealed duodenal ulcers and perforation, illustrating how intestinal disease can progress secretly and the need for early diagnosis and prevention. He includes reader questions on freckles red hands and a child's habit of wood biting, offering brief guidance and noting he will answer more via mail.
A distorted notice urges immediate forest fire prevention after a proclamation by Governor Buster of Maln ending the hunting open season and banning firearms in woods. It stresses national civic duty, urges everyone to help fight the fire menace, and offers a free prevention booklet from the National Board of Fire Underwriters with a form to request copies.
San Francisco report highlights Helen Findlay as perhaps the youngest full fledged woman architect in the United States. She holds a first class California certificate and has proven competency in both artistic and engineering aspects of the profession. Findlay, aged 24, asserts she is fully qualified and ready for distinguished work in architecture.
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