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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Sep 11, 1925

Page

28

The Pearl Headed Pin Confession Moves to Mrs Hallett

Selkirk, an ex convict once condemned for murder, visits Mrs Hallett twenty years after her husband’s execution. He asserts he is innocent and that her first husband was not a killer, seeking belief rather than money. Col Hallett warns of legal risk, while Mrs Hallett weighs whether to trust the claim.

Edward March Col M Hatlett Lauch Selkirk Tor Mrs Hallett Tim Hallett Mra Hallett Col Hallett Catfallett Han Ilett

Woman sues former lover for breach of promise

Eleanor G Carlton sues Charles Archer White a Chicago banker for 59000 damages alleging breach of promise. The pair were engaged 26 years ago but separated by parental objections. After divorcing she rekindled the romance only to learn White had recently married another woman.

Cthicago Chales Archer White Eleanor G Carlton White

Mellon Seeks Permanent Rum Patrol to Curb Smuggling

Secretary Mellon returning from vacation declares Rum Patrol must continue as a permanent law enforcement arm. He cites sea stories and pirate tales to argue for sustained vigilance off the Long Island coast. He warns the liquor trust may revive if coastguard relaxes vigilance.

Washington Islary Treasury Mellon Nquor Trust Coastguard Meilon

Home Makers Look To Season In Warm Living Rooms

Marian Moore notes summer fading and urges readers to update interiors with Wilton rug, new hangings, and a coveted davenport. Rich warm colors and velvety upholstery return, including vivid greens blues apricot and orange in brocade damask mohair cushions. Leather pieces may reappear as living rooms adopt a lighter, airy look with slim armed furniture and modern silhouettes.

Marian Moore Wilton Davenport Davenpori

Old Time Mincemeat Recipes From Home Kitchen

A dated household guide presents classic mincemeat methods and variations. It lists a large batch with beef and suet, apples, raisins, currants, spices, boiled cider, and optional citron, plus a small batch using common pantry items. Also included is a green tomato mincemeat option and brief notes on sealing in sterilized jars.

Our Children by Angelo Patri

A reflective essay on how a child mirrors family life shaping temperament and conduct. It argues home discipline and example set lasting character traits, urging parents to commit to raising responsible children through consistent behavior and sacrifice, despite initial hardship.

Hom

Chinese Will Answer Note From Powers On Tariff Readjustment

Chinese newspapers report the Foreign Office plans a re joinder to the Powers reply on tariff readjustment and extraterritorial treaties. The note from the powers agrees to appoint commissioners to discuss relinquishing extra-territorial rights but demands concrete evidence of China’s ability to protect foreign lives and property and to suppress disorder and anti-foreign agitation.

Peeing Foreign Office China

Apron pattern No 2032 promises full apron in one piece

Telegram Daily Pattern Service showcases pattern No 2032 an apron that covers the frock and finishes in one piece after binding neck and sides. It suggests cretonne metty chintz printed sateen unbleached muslin or embroidered fabrics in bright colors or gingham and notes sizes 96 40 and 44 inches require about 3 yards of 32 or 36 inch material.

Coupon for Petters Halter patterns order

Reader is urged to fill a mail order coupon for patterns. It requests name, address, desired size, and pattern number. The form mentions sending orders to Petters Halter at Bridgeport Telegram and refers to the Earless coin or stamps method for pattern orders.

Petters Halter Bridgeport Telegram

Open Air Health Advice and Patient Questions

A health column extols sunlight and open air for well being, promoting outdoor living, light transmission, and environmental design. It also provides reader questions about back pain, heart palpitations, rheumatism, and arthritis with brief medical guidance and offers for self-answered follow ups.

Etiquette on wedding attire and friendly correspondence questions

A reader asks about proper tie colors for a five o’clock wedding with both groom and best man in blue serge. The answer allows any tie suited to business attire, suggesting dark four in hand or black bow options and discouraging white ties. Another reader questions whether to reply to a boyfriend’s travel cards and is advised to respond.

Mra. Beechman F. S

Indians Immune From Snake Bites in Hopi Snake Dance

In their annual snake dance the Hopi Indians handle rattlesnakes caught during a three day hunt and are frequently bitten, yet they have never been known to die from reptile poison. They use a local preparation to counteract the venom but have not shared the antidote with outsiders.

Mothers and Their Children Prompt Careful Cloth Choices

A mother recalls teaching her daughter to assess fabric quality. She stresses recognizing linen over cotton, silk quality, and true wool, warning against accepting shoddy cloth. She educates her child by practicing in-store name‑naming and shopping together.

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