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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Sep 28, 1923
Page
13
Bridgeport Telegram announces subscription rates payable in advance for one year at 180 dollars and six months for two months after one month. The paper is published daily except Sundays by The Post Publishing Co located at 140 Middie Street Bridgeport Conn. Includes Associated Press news rights and office contact details.
A reflective column critiques jokes about pananas and explores ethics in behavior. It argues sarcasm belongs only in self defense and notes greed challenges gratitude. The piece muses on responsibility, tradition, and the ease of doing wrong versus right.
William Dudley Foulke accuses the Post Office Department of violating civil service rules by soliciting congressional recommendations for postmasters and rural carriers. He says letters to Republican lawmakers invite recommendations despite a law restricting such input. Bridgeport postmaster trials hinge on federal Civil Service Commission findings, with outcomes pendingFurther actions await more facts before judgment.
The report describes partly cloudy conditions in South New England with unsettled Saturday and increasing east to northeast winds. It details tropical storm activity off the South Atlantic coast near latitude 31 and 76, warnings from Virginia capes to Jacksonville, and general temperature patterns from the Rockies to New England. It also discusses kite and sounding balloon experiments measuring pressure and temperature.
Bridgeport police warn motorists that October sees more accidents due to autumn conditions. They highlight wet leaves as a chief danger on slick roads and urge greater caution, noting the issue is nationwide and aligns with a National motorists association bulletin.
A historical notice warns that water remains under leaves on damp road surfaces making braking hazardous. Drivers with limited experience risk serious skids as wheels lock or slide even at normal speeds. Caution and care can prevent costly hospital bills and loss of life.
A boatman sails toward the dangerous Niagara rapids, choosing to steer by his own will rather than fate. The tale contrasts prudent restraint with reckless choices, urging adults and youths to honor trust, decency, and experience to avoid ruin.
The piece lauds the Red Cross as a league of nations led by America, citing Japanese gratitude for its aid after the earthquake and President Coolidge’s praise for the organization as practical idealism that heals both physical and moral wounds.
Corfu island experienced a sudden shift as Mussolini ordered a pause then a Rome counter-order to proceed with evacuation. Greek and Italian flags clashed in a tense harbor scene as ships left and returned amid unresolved authority and public celebrations for the return of local officials.
In September 1823 the Honorable Judge Washington and Camry left Mount Vernon for Alexandra for health reasons. The move reflects concerns over local vegetation decay this season and a habit of South Carolinians fleeing to Charleston during the sickly months.
Police continue efforts to locate a man posing as a motion picture actor who passed a bad check at Hetene Shoppe, 196 Fairfield Avenue. He claimed he needed clothes for a child actress filming at Walnut Beach, fleecing proprietor John Cassidy of 89 dollars after paying with a 100 dollar check drawn on a Hollywood bank. a chauffeur did not appear.
Two men filed suits for divorce yesterday in the Superior Court alleging desertion since June 1916. John Peck of this city seeks a divorce from Mary Phillips Peck married May 1904 and custody of three children is requested. James Glamouz of Norwalk sues Uelen Stamell for divorce. naming George Kouans, the couple reportedly married 47 years ago.
The sixth annual reunion of the Bridgeport Band Peoples Mutual Welfare League at the MCA last night drew over 75 blind and partially blind residents. The event featured a musical program and readings planned by President Herbert Strout with support from the Council of Jewish Women. Attendance was marred by the absence of Miss Margaret Coke due to illness.
Jacob J Schubert of New York sues Alfred H Renslaw in Superior court claiming a 16 foot shack construction and a quarter sheep on adjoining land violate a restrictive covenant. He seeks damages of 10000 dollars and alleges nuisance from burning garbage within 100 feet of his dwelling in Darien Watt.
The Board of Apportionment will convene at 3 o clock next Monday in the icy hall. The meeting aims to discuss allocation matters and regulatory steps pending approval. Attendees include officials and observers from the city and regional offices.
Mason observes a stark contrast in appearances between meeting the family and stepping out with The Banc on Broadway, noting how social context shapes perception and presentation.
A speaker laments careless campers who trash a grove used as a pilgrim resting place. They leave cans, scraps, and junk, harm the grass and a cow, and disrespect the sacred site. He vows lines of discipline and hopes future tourists learn to clean up before leaving.
Answers cover Treasury Savings Certificates prices and withdrawal date, water in leather bags for Indian soldiers, Roosevelt reading speed via visualization, blood volume in a 170 pound man, historical instrument inventions, bats as insect destroyers, definitions of Indian ravine nul and Kipling term ies on paede, fur scarf care, and drill ranks in marching files.
Angelo Patri argues parents shape a child’s future by staged play. He warns against enforcing fixed roles and urges choosing activities that build character toward a healthy, sincere outlook. He emphasizes that play forms the child’s inner self and future behavior.
Bridgeport landlords observe the impact of a rent raise announced by the Bridgeport Housing Company affecting Black Rock apartments. The company cites higher fuel costs as the justification. Rent hikes range from one to thirty seven dollars per month.
A lyrical tribute to child star Jackie Coogan praising his childlike grace and expressive features. The poem lauds his smile eyes and gestures, recalling joyous stage days and eternal childhood, while noting only one foe and a weeping era shaped by time.
Dr Copeland reviews leukemia and diabetes progress, noting chronic and acute forms, symptoms like pale waxy skin and nosebleeds, and the limited prognosis. He advises proper diet, rest, fresh air, sunshine, and medical or X ray care, with spleen removal in rare cases. He invites reader questions to be answered in this column.
The message asks for correct weight based on age and height. It states a six inch tall nineteen year old prefect and weighs 112 pounds and requests correct weight. The text includes a nonsensical figure of 231 pounds and asks for self-audited response and stamped envelope for full particulars.
A father sues his son in Superior Court claiming unpaid oil debts. The plaintiff, Peter Crosby Sr. of Westchester, N. C., seeks damages of 7000 dollars from defendant Peter Crosby Jr. of Danbury, 36,760. The suit was filed yesterday.
Henry Van Dyke discusses Jesus challenge to Pharisaic exclusivity, the universal fatherhood of God, and the light brought to nations beyond Israel. He cites Elijah, Sarepta, Naaman, and Peter to illustrate God’s openness to non Jew believers, stressing the world wide blessing through faith.
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