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Newspaper
Bridgeport Times
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Jun 15, 1921
Page
14
The Maine and Massachusetts education leaders urge focusing on fundamentals in elementary grades to build tool mastery and character. They call for individualized instruction above sixth grade, stressing work value and productive outcomes for diplomas, shaping a right American spirit.
Nationally known educator Mr Smith, famed for tonal studies, spoke to a Bridgeport audience urged by the local chamber of commerce. A Maine graduate, he served as Greek instructor at West Brook Seminary, then held principal and superintendent roles in Canton, Auburn, and elsewhere in Maine.
A reflective passage argues that while a body may be deported, ideas cannot. It states that the solution to undesirable aliens lies in education of the desirable ones, shaping a new world through the influence of schools and youth. It emphasizes the school as the vessel of cultural transformation and progress.
A large gathering at the New York station bid Admiral Sims farewell. He dismissed threats as non scary and joked about an ominous letter signed Erin Go Brash. Attendees included Admiral Watson, Baron Lee, Admiral Fremantle, Sir William Grant, Harry Pence, and Colonel Solbert representing the American Embassy.
Death of Sarah Mannering Hensley of Pittsburgh Kas. Sister to Moses Mannarins 560 Noble Avenue formerly city treasurer. Body to be brought here for interment Thursday. Survived by sisters Mrs D D Sturdevant New York City and Mrs Martin Cowles Fairfield, twin. Meridian Miss. Train wreck near Hattiesburg kills engineer and fireman. several cars overturned. Entertain Dentists event in Norwalk with intercounty baseball game. Lawsuit over $19,000 negligence claim in Superior Court. Miss Alexa Stirling wins golf match at Open Championship in France. Fire damages shed at Farmers dairy. Divorce case recommendation in Norwalk. Striking Boston printers halt publication.
Charles Kloberdanz 53 a married farmer in the Wilsons Mill district Fairfield died by his own action last evening after supper using a .38 revolver. Brother Joseph found him dead in the room. Medical Examiner Dr J M Nolan declared death by self inflicted wound. No motive given.
London June 15 The total expenditure proposed for this year on building capital ships for the British navy is two million pounds. Lt Col Amery, parliamentary and financial secretary to the Admiralty, disclosed the figure in the House of Commons today.
A vintage guide promotes making a near outdoor living area on a city porch with grass rugs, wicker and grass chairs, couch hammocks, woven hammocks, tables, and affordable china and glass. It notes flexible setup and quick assembly for porch or outdoor shade. The text ends with shoe sizes for children.
The ad promotes discounted linen skirts and petticoats for women skilled with a needle. It features muslin skirts reduced from four dollars to about 4.75 dollars and 2.95 dollars, with items described as “Anti-French” skirts with double panel fronts and scalloped hems. Includes white lateen petticoats with extra panel fronts and shadow-proof styling.
Pr Philip J McLaughlin and his wife of Sterling place depart tomorrow for Montreal to visit Mrs McLaughlin s mother Mrs Katherine Hicks. They will travel by motor with stops at Glens Falls and Lake George and be hosted at Kud son s Fall by Rev Father Francis A Kelly. Geneva June 16 The League of Nations council meeting day order shows mandates postponed pending US Japan negotiations on Yap Island.
Norwalk officials boast a restrained budget as Mayor Jeremiah J. Donovan proclaims the city is the only Connecticut town living within appropriations and reducing the tax rate since the war. Critics ask why street improvements lag while the board of education faces a $8,788 shortfall to finish the school year.
Summer Hats for little folk in white pique plain or with embroidery. Lawns and organ dies lacy and frilly, some trimmed with flowers. Colored organ dies in pink blue orchid maize. Sun bonnets of organ die blue pink maize. Two models arrived. Boys’ hats include white duck or blue serge with lettered ribbons. Prices from 59 cts to 3.75.
A picture guide shows exactly how to lay patterns on cloth to avoid mistakes, save material and time, and produce more and prettier dresses. It promotes Designer Patterns and asks readers to request patterns sold on the third floor.
Pensacola June 15 William B Blount president of the American Bar Association died this morning at Johns Hopkins Hospital Baltimore after traveling in a special hospital car from Pensacola ten days earlier He also served as district counsel for Louisville and Nashville and Florida East Coast Railroads. MES STILLMAN IN COURT Poughkeepsie June 15 Mrs Fifi Potter Stillman prepared for hearings in the great divorce action Referee Gleason spoke with reporters about weather and other topics.
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