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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Oct 30, 1922
Page
8
Bridgeport publishing note shows rates and schedule details for the Bridgeport Telegram Balmblished 2894. It lists publication practices, contact information, and mentions Associated Press rights and foreign advertising representation in New York Chicago and Dearborn.
A garbled editorial roundup mixes political jibes and social commentary with scattered phrases. It touches on shortages, prices, politicians, air service, California affairs, a Cleveland shooting, and vague cultural notes, all in a disjointed, fragmentary tone with many unreadable excerpts.
Porerast for Tridgepoart and Vicinity shows fair Monday and Tuesday with temperature changes. Winds northerly and northwesterly, overcast at times, from Sandy Hook to Matteran and Sealy Hook to Matteran. Outlook calls for fair weather Monday and Tuesday across the Atlantic states. Temperatures east of the Mississippi River expected to rise over the next two days. Almanac calculations by telegram originator.
Bridgeport debates tariff impact as The Telegram cites data showing the protective tariff fuels recovery in business and industry while The Times contends exaggeration. The piece argues for Senator Lean and Spellacy support, stressing local economic stakes and political maneuvering over tariff policy.
The article honors Lieutenant Thomas Burns who died from gas poisoning after the Republic restaurant fire. It praises the Bridgeport firefighters as an efficient force trained to protect others, noting the dangers they face and the high cost of duty.
The account notes Lieutenant Burns died due to escaping gas fumes from a blaze. Firemen lacked proper gas masks, which could have prevented the tragedy. The flames were controlled and the source of the escaping gas was established, elevating Burns as a Bridgeport civil service hero.
A campaign argument contrasts Republican success with Democratic proposals, citing state and city finances. It claims New Haven under FitzGerald shows rising debt and higher taxes, while the state shows deficits under Baldwin and Holcomb, then surpluses under the Republicans.
A rough report from yesterday afternoon describes the first of a five part series of meetings at the Falls General Secret—ary to welcome attendees. The program ran until 9 30 with a violin recital by Miss Wilma Tenete and piano by Frederick Day, followed by a social walk and introductions among speakers and guests.
Unclear OCR fragment references a 1949 or 1950 era political figure, perhaps Roosevelt era context, mentioning Phil Kua and Wotaee seat Way. The readable bits are insufficient to identify names, places, or events with confidence.
A discussion on how clerks miswrote Tweeds and how the name evolved from Scotland and the River Tweed. It notes prior to 1833 the spelling varied and how misprints led to fashionable use, with remarks on pronunciation and historical misrendering by merchants.
Fragmented text depicts a satirical view of idle wealth and daily routines. Recurrent themes include fatigue from routine meals and social posture, with mentions of consumption, labor, and aging. The tone hints at reflective critique of wealth and the drudgery of daily life amid opulence.
Crowded rails pushed capacity as crowds surged to travel on a busy Saturday. Extra facilities were added in anticipation, with sections adjusted for traffic, highlighting a peak travel day in the second season.
An individual identified as Walab or Orange was arrested after a collision and charged with driving with an invalid or altered license. The event occurred amid a gala setting, with authorities detailing the alleged improprieties and intent.
A mixed set of trivia and civic topics appears, listing questions on the first U.S. glass factory, the Grand Remonstrance, distribution of government explosives to farmers, Indian baby carrying baskets, road right of way for fire vehicles, and the uses of airplanes. It cites individuals like Sam Gempers as a labor figure and outlines a 24-item list of airplane-related uses by various government and civilian agencies.
A garbled text fragment drifts through themes of laughter versus sorrow and boastful fools. It mentions unnamed speakers, a sister, and various wary or sardonic tones, ending with a boastful note about blessings.
An editorial lamenting modern Halloween deviations and the loss of old customs. It urges keeping fairy lore and home celebration, condemns desecration and sensationalism, and calls for teaching children the historic meaning of the festival.
A muddled piece praising George De Mehean McLean with scattered references to his Senate role and influence. It mentions Lenroot as a colleague and hints at his speeches and value, though the text is fragmented and hard to interpret. historical tone with unclear dates and places.
Royal S Copeland M D Health Commissioner New York cites eye facts as chief agents producing atrophy. He notes moras may be prevented by knowing the rules of healthy living and observing them in daily life.
The excerpt provides medical Qs about kidney trouble causes beyond diabetes and Bright's disease, optic nerve atrophy and eye diseases, and minor health tips. It covers nerve and brain signal pathways, the optic nerve’s role in vision, and cautions about treatment options, with doctor Dr. Copeland answering questions and offering to reply to readers who send self addressed envelopes.
Police raided Lehmanns residence on Seaview Avenue, seizing ginger whiskey and other liquor. Michael Puyak, the manager, was arrested and held on $300 bond. Several patrons and witnesses were subpoenaed for court, while seven guests were present during the raid.
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