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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Sep 06, 1920
Page
6
The Bridgeport Telegram page notes the newspaper's founding and lists subscription rates with terms in advance. It mentions advertising representatives in New York and Bridgeport offices, alongside standard newspaper publishing details and Associated Press affiliation.
A fragment from a poem by Joan Kendrick presents a reflective line of cheer and irony. It contrasts soothing thoughts with sharp wit, imagining a scenario where the speaker prefers poverty to a life of revived but cold social acclaim. The verse hints at personal risk and emotional intensity in response to news or reputation.
A garbled collection of editorial notes discusses Thanksgiving, football players, holiday shopping, Mexican bandits, a betting scandal, Germany’s stance on war, suffrage, Prohibition costs, Brooklyn transit, jazz history, and a Connecticut ratification of prohibition. The tone is informal and scattered with misprints.
Harry Trager founded a grocery fare after his school days ended in 1907 and has since managed several stores in the city. He was at 48 Fairfield Avenue, active in business and local commerce over the years.
Fragmentary OCR hints a report on a "intensive war" waged by pound authorities against stray dogs and owners. Mentions San Diego, September, March, and a $1 license fee. Text is garbled but indicates enforcement action and protests by residents or officials.
Boston crowds welcomed General Edwards, Yankee Division commander, on his farewell tour before a southwestern post transfer. The ovation featured handshakes with thousands and a speech by Governor Coolidge promising a return to New England if Republicans win. Bridgeport attendees joined in the war work campaign, praising the war hero despite political persecutions.
A reflective piece extols Autumn as the year’s true joy in New England, contrasting it with Summer Winter and Spring. It evokes harvest hues, geese in flight, and seasonal comforts from farmers to city dwellers, celebrating nature’s russets, golds, and the Indian summer.
The essay excerpt argues that precision drives progress, citing Professor Bergson and ancient Athens. It claims Athenians, 2,500 years ago, chose exact knowledge over “nearly right,” building an unmatched civilization and intellectual efficiency. The piece links mental growth to abandoning the habit of partial accuracy.
The essay argues that people blame circumstances while their own choices shape outcomes. It likens risky behavior to boaters at Niagara Falls, insisting individuals control fate through prudence and wisdom rather than blaming external forces.
Police officer Albert Hall of New York single handedly tackled six armed robbers who held up a girl cashier. In plain sight, he battled the gunmen until they were knocked out, with Hall and three assailants injured. Hall then pursued the escapees to finish the case.
Washington is abuzz as 23 year old painter Miss Norrella Smith works in a hotel suite studio to render lifelike portraits of officials. She praises American art education, notes her informal method focusing on natural poses, and has painted Governor Cox key figures while planning future diplomatic portraits for cabinet members.
A playful poem describes seaside sneezing and salty air as the speaker mocks gentleness, praising loud sneezes and black and tan pills. The piece laments faded beauty, sea views, and a longing for companionship that shares the sneeze as a social ritual near Ply mouth Rock.
Dr John Formichetta of Pembroke Street received the chevalier degree from the king for wartime service with the Red Cross. Chief Justice Georse WoaAVhegler also honored, recognizing his work in organizing auto ambulances and hospitals. The effort marked a pioneering local aid network during the war.
United States Marshal in charge of Connecticut and Rhode Island will move the office from Hartford to the federal building in New Haven. The change aims to streamline operations and shorten travel for staff, with routes continuing between New Haven and Hartford.
Waverly Scott of 34 Wallace Avenue awoke at 3 am Sunday to noise. He saw a man in his room flashing a pocket bandit. the intruder fled through an open window, leaving behind a confiscated flashlight.
Bridgeport notes from September 6 1350 report a court session with Judge Martin and State's Attorney Semior Festven as prosecutor. local road officials discuss bicycle freight charges while residents visit rooms at Rev. Day's Golden Hill home. Creidtmore brigade involvement from several regiments is hinted. Barnum proposes shore ground for public baths and subsidized baby care. Odd Fellows elect officers in New Avon. A corn stalk yield and a large sweet corn crop are highlighted. Captain Bailey and Garfield Arthur event recaps occur in Saratoga. Woodward divorce suit exposes assets totaling $230 000 with sheriff attachments. Seaside Park sailboat race results favor Peerless and Ghost. Zouaves reorganize with Hoyt as captain. Funeral for Engineer William Bristol noted. Marriages and deaths listed, with services in Trinity and St Pauls churches. Burial and residence details given for local residents.
A reader asks about corn meaning and grain terms, duties on personal effects, deserters versus draft dodgers, canned goods heating, U S gold loans, Interstate Commerce Commission staffing, silver value in coins, Vatican diplomacy, and manganese ore safety processes. The responses cover farm cereal crops, duty exemptions, military terminology, canning guidelines, Anglo French loan payments, FCC style staffing figures, bullion value, church diplomacy, and ore processing practices.
A description explains a Chinook wind as a warm dry wind descending the eastern slopes of the Rocky Mountains into Montana and Wyoming. The term is linked to heat and moisture exchanges as air rises over the range and releases moisture before heating on the leeward side.
Mr. Cox and Mr. Harding discuss Europa as newspapers cover a large topic. A map, claimed to be made by the United States Geological Survey and shared by a savings group, is offered for six dollars.
Editor letters praise Bridgeport Police for strong leadership under Superintendent Flan and Detective Captain Regan. They commend persistent detectives and cooperative officers, noting notable hard work and effective methods across the force. The Acme Sugar Company also expresses appreciation.
Fragmentary verse note reflects nature's cycles and harvest faith. The author cites enduring labor through storms and seasons, implying reward in time. Text appears from a historical column or unsigned verse segment.
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