Public lands in U S being taken for homesteads
Washington reports rapid uptake of public lands by homesteaders with 20 million acres claimed in the year ending June 30, 250 million acres remaining mostly in arid regions. Reclamation Service notes irrigation work aiding nearly 20,000 farms, while Indian health campaigns reduce deaths and expand schooling and vocational training.
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Washington
United States
Indian Bureau
Bureau
Osage
Pension Office
Patent Office
Bureau of Education
Bureau of Mines
Alaska
Seward
Fairbanks
Second floors in Main Street will be sought
Bridgeport merchants shift from single story storefronts to first and second floor offices as rents rise and out of town firms expand. Realty agents note barber shops opticians jewelry repair milliners boot makers piano dealers and hat stores seek second floor showrooms with display windows to cut overhead and remain viable. One cent a word farmer want ads.
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Bridgeport
Main
S&t
Main Street
Britain bans coaling privileges at British ports
Washington reports Britain has curbed coaling facilities at its ports, restricting coal to British and allied or neutral ships aiding British interests. Officials warn the move could disrupt American trade with non allied regions, notably the Philippines and South America, and may reflect wartime fuel conservation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Great Britain
State Department
London
Philippines
South America
Immigration from Western Asia urged to curb influx
Washington warned of a threatened migration from Western Asia to the United States. Commissioner General Caminetti's annual report says postwar conditions will drive the stream for a time, with transportation interests seeking to profit. It criticizes Chinese exclusion enforcement and calls for changes to Japanese admissions and Hindu immigration policy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Western Asia
United States
Anthony Caminetti
Immigration Service
Far Orient
Supreme Court
Congress
Recuper tablets touted as nerve and blood tonic
An ad touts Recuper tablets based on Dr Albert Robin formula to treat loss of appetite weight loss and sleeplessness. It claims quick relief from nervous exhaustion and low mood with glycerophosphates supplying essential elements. Sold in drug stores for 50 cents to 1 dollar or by mail from Curts Chemical Co New York and distributed in Bridgeport by J D Hartline.
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Albert Robin
Paris
Curts Chemical Co
West 28Rd Ct
New York
Bridgeport
J. D. Hartiean
Fairfield Avenue
W.L. An
W. L. Douglas
W.W. L. Douglas
True Dogs and Faithful Hearts From an American Field
A poem praising dogs for steadfast loyalty and selfless devotion. It contrasts common misperceptions of dogs with their unwavering fidelity to humans who treat them well. The piece, attributed to American Field, highlights traits of loyalty, sacrifice, and gratitude through vivid examples of canine conduct.
P. O. News Store and Gifts Ad
The P. O. News Store at 11 Arcade offers a diverse selection of novelties and gifts. Many items are small enough to mail and priced moderately with courteous service near the Arcade entrances.
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P. O. News Store
Postoffice
Postoffice Arcade
Main Street
Bridgeport
Generous Giving of Used Clothing to the Poor
The article notes the charitable flow of old clothing from well off to needy people driven by a strong sense of generosity. It highlights how communities exchange garments no longer worn to support those lacking warm apparel.
A Great Remedy Leonardi's Liver Aid Promotion
An advertisement touts Leonardi's Liver-Aid as a pure vegetable remedy for liver troubles. It claims quick, pleasant action stimulating normal liver function while avoiding harmful drugs. Benefits listed include indigestion headaches biliousness constipation and upset complexion. Sold at Hindle's Drug Stores 987 and 909 Main Street for 50 cents.
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Leonardi
Hindle
Main Streeet
Main Street
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Western
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VI. J. Sotulas
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W. K. Mollan
Theerson
THE
Southern New England Telephone Company
Port Jefferson
Mi Tooker
Highland Spring Water CO
Warren Stree
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Sprague Ige & Coal CO
East End
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