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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Sep 11, 1925
Page
23
Bridgeport Telegram presents a long editorial discussing madmen, insanity cases, and the risk of releasing dangerous patients from asylums. It cites two recent cases Krynovik and Noel, urges strict federal oversight of facilities, and advocates watchful protection for the public. It also touches unrelated notes and local observations.
A collage of humorous verses and stray dialogue spans fashion canons and social scenes. It threads reflections on politics, cinema crowd scenes, college life, ice science, a river of patter about relationships, and assorted quips from readers and columnists.
Pyramid Temple Nobles of the Mystic Shrine will obtain full possession and ownership of the Casino on State Street. The building will be remodeled and made available to the community for public functions. The Shrine has long hosted annual Christmas benevolence for poor children and the home will become permanent.
A Chicago Daily News summary recalls Secretary Mellon’s view that prosperity rests on lower income tax rates while total tax collections rise. The piece notes it has taken time to communicate this idea to those who believed otherwise.
A German aeronautical expert, Dr Huse Eckener, attacks the Shenandoah crew and American institutions, claiming a disaster under German leadership would not occur. The piece denounces his remarks as slanderous, untrue, and unfounded, praising Commander Lansdowne and American airmen for their sacrifice and heroism.
Ogden Armour rejects 460 million for his packing interests, declaring friendship and daily business ties as life’s true pleasures. He says genuine friends and neighbors give life meaning, and that money cannot replace the bonds that sustain a community.
Readers may submit original humorous anecdotes and poetry for publication. Accepted pieces are paid at 1 to 60 per contribution and 20 cents to $1 per line for poetry based on merit. Manuscripts must be typed on letter paper and mailed to the editor at the newspaper office.
In a fragmented Wisconsin scene Morris notes many party members will back Republicans, leaving less than five percent for their candidate. He predicts an independent bid may be necessary, highlighting a strong phase of the political moment.
Eighth district shows support for Alderman H Koehler as he faces possible discard by the administration. Reservoir Avenue Improvement Association backs his return. Al Smith’s Bridgeport dinner was overshadowed by New York City politics. Kornblut receives a relief board appointment after tax- fight as the board’s duties near completion. Open meetings are highlighted by the Apportionment board in City Hall. A Republican caucus in Fairfield promises to upset the slate, though internal disputes may hinder gains. Torrington prepares for a city election amid consolidation and a 26,000 population. Manchester sees twelve candidates for town clerk, all Republicans, with Democrats poised to defend Mayor Henry King’s bid for another term.
A reader letter cites Walter W Liggetton's Collier's article The Guardian of the Virgin Gold praising the Canadian Mounted Police and contrasts it with U S city police. It notes Yukon constables, crime rates, swift justice, and nonpolitical law enforcement in Canada, arguing immigrants’ character and strict penalties shape order.
A 1925 court exhortation warns nephews about the fate of delinquents as the speaker recalls once promising youths who drift toward crime. The piece condemns vagrants and jailed men, urging youth to avoid idleness and vice to prevent ruin.
The forecast calls for unsettled conditions Friday with local showers and thunderstorms across eastern New York and New England, cooler nights, and a high pressure area off the Atlantic. Temperatures rise in the Middle and South Atlantic states with showers likely again Saturday in most of the Washington forecast district.
In a speech, the speaker argues against a merged air ministry, urges a Bureau of Air Navigation under the Commerce Department, and calls for airport funding by states and municipalities. He stresses separate budgets for Army and Naval aviation, aviation training led by aviators, and greater autonomy and support for military air forces.
A boyhood memory of a barn school with harsh rules about virtue and honesty, followed by a critique of highbrow writers who shock for shock sake. The speaker condemns literature that attacks virtue, urges constructive purpose, and warns against perpetual cynicism in art.
A terse meditation on friendship and win loss principles. It argues that true winners accept defeat gracefully and await new chances, keeping their integrity over profits and avoiding alibis. The piece frames defeat as opportunity through steady conduct and self discipline.
New York police arrested Albert Best alias Alfred Stanley on an oil warrant accusing him of stealing ten thousand dollars in jewelry. Authorities say he arrived from Europe recently and stayed in hotels while the pieces were sent to his room and not settled for. Charges are reported pending in Boston and Atlantic City.
Washington AP reports Treasury tax recommendations to Congress likely include a 10 percent surtax reduction, repeal or trimming of publicity tax, and a substantial cut or elimination of the estate tax.
Albany N Sept 13 The Albany Sunday Telegram sale was revealed as papers of incorporation were filed with the secretary of state The purchasers are a group of prominent Republicans led by Judge William E Woollhard The new Albany Telegram company takes the old name with a $150000 capitalization One stockholder is William Hedrick of Albany in Woollhard's office
Moscow September 10 AP expellees from Russian universities for laboring class status will be allowed to resume studies. Lunacharsky Education commissar said action aimed at filling vacancies as Communist and Soviet trade unions could not supply enough candidates. A professors’ conference found about fifty percent of laboring class students showed slow progress and were not fit for university careers.
Domestic rates on all mail matter going to the Philippine Islands Hawaii Guan Pago and Tutuila will apply from now on the post office announces.
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