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Newspaper

Bridgeport Evening Farmer

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Jan 27, 1909

Page

5

Close shave cure touts poslam as skin healer after shaving

An old column extols pos lam a new skin remedy claimed to stop itching and cure eczema quickly after shaving. It says the product heals abrasions and pimples, offering antiseptic value and skin improvement within hours. Available for fifty cents at Hamilton’s Pharmacy with free trials from Emergency Laboratories in New York.

Bey Genie Hamilton Emergency Laboratories West 25Th Street New York City

St Charles event whisk party and pinochle tourney set

Parish Men’s League completes arrangements for a grand whist party forty five game and pinochle tournament at St Charles hall on Tuesday evening February 2. Prizes include pictures cut glass silverware and bric a brac with 50 items in the whist prize list and 100 chickens to be distributed in the games. Tickets must be bought and coupons dated before Monday night to share in door prize drawings. Excellent trolley service and dancing will follow. The Bird’s Xmas Carol at West End Congregational Sunday School will be repeated tomorrow evening at 743 with a mystical numbered program and invites all for a hearty laugh.

St. Charles’ Hall West End Congregational Sunday School

Veterans Legislator Organizes 1909 Association

The Veteran Association of the Legislature of 1909 organized yesterday with officers including President N. Burton Rogers of Danbury, Vice-President Charles A. Appel of Middletown, and Secretary-Treasurer John C. Taylor. Signers included Representatives Lewis Provost of New Canaan, William G. Dougal of New Preston, and Hiram Davis of Bridgeport.

Veteran Association of the N. Burton Rogers Danbury Charles A. Appel Middletown John C. Taylor Lewis Provost New Canaan William G. Dougal New Preston Hiram Davis Bridge

High School Entertainment Set For Friday Evening

Beara the Kind You Have Always Bought Signatu Zpte to HIGH SCHOOL ENTERTAINMENT in the Assembly Hall on Friday evening Jan 39 at 8 o'clock. Declamations from Byron's Childe Harold with stereopticon pictures, colored. Music by the Mandolin and Glee Clubs promised for a pleasant evening.

The Athletic Association Assembly Lord Byron Childe Harold Mandolin Club Glee Club

The Blue Mouse at Smith's theatre delighting large audience

Clyde Fitch's farce The Blue Mouse drew a full house last evening with Albert Gran Sam Reed and Ralph Morgan delivering polished performances. The second touring company matches New York's Lyric production with sharp wit brisk pace and clever handling of mistaken identity. The rail president Llewellyn and the fiancé Philip Scarsdale earn standout praise as the cast and gowns received high marks. The show plays again tonight and merits a strong turnout.

Clyde Fitch Smith's Theatre Chicago Lyric Theatre New York Fitch Albert Gran Mr. Llewellyn Sam Redd Cohoes Ralph Morgan Philip Scarsdale Faidgeport Oc ‘Cnsion

Theatre Review Praise For Shubert Farce Cast Efforts

A German themed farce presented by Shubert producers earns high marks for tasteful handling and strong cast. Elsa Swan replaces Mabel Barrison with a vivacious performance as the irrepressible actress. Lillie Hall as Mrs Llewellyn delivers a superior portrayal, drawing applause from the audience. Affle Warner as Mrs Rollitt adds dignity, while Robert Deinister echoes Augustus Rollitt with measured grace.

Shuberts Elsa Swan Mabel Barrison Lillie Hail Llewellyn Affle Warner Rollitt Robert Deinister Augustus Rollitt

Automobile Night At The Stratfield Hosts Bridgeport Club

Members of the Automobile Club of Bridgeport and guests, 209 strong, filled The Stratfield grill room for a smoker. Guests from Fairfield, Westport, Stratford, Derby and Dan­mark enjoyed moving pictures, vaudeville, and a buffet lunch, with P T Staples and Ralph M Sperry speaking.

Automobile Club Bridgeport Stratfield Automobile Club of Bridgeport Bridgeport Automobilists Fairfield Westport Stratford Derby Danmark Ralph M. Sperry Mills Mitchell Gates Reo Lyford S. J. Breen Pali van Camp Frank Whitman Bentley Max Rinck Messrs Whitman Automobile Lab

Kieran Again Fails to Appear Before Court

New York January 27. At Fidelity Funding Company offices it was said Patrick J. Kieran president of the firm which failed for nearly seven million dollars did not appear. Shire and Jelinek Buffalo attorneys also did not appear. Receiver Gilroy received a statement from Kieran's lawyers outlining the financial affairs of Fidelity.

Irom United Press New York Fidelity Funding Company Patrick J. Kieran Shire & Jelinek Buffalo Gilroy Kieran The Fidelity

Weather Outlook for New Haven Region

Jan forecast calls for fair tonight and Thursday. A slight disturbance sits over Lake Huron this morning bringing cloudy conditions in the eastern lake region. Elsewhere east of the Rockies expect pleasant weather in shows.

United Press New Haven Jan Lake Huron Lake Rocky Mountains

Morrissey Fights for Referendum on Public Works Plan

Former alderman Morrissey pushes for voter approval of amendments to city charter, arguing public works changes require the people’s sanction before becoming law. Debate with the mayor centers on pensions, fire and police representation, and the need for referendums on major changes. The committee will consider limiting clerks and granting hydrant and alarm control to the fire commissioners.

Morrissey Arnold John H. Tague John J. Morrissey E'ehth Public Works Commission Board of Alicemen

Eagan in Bad Way as He Faces Hospital Transfer

John P. Quean known in city courts for disturbances at his wife’s residence is serving a 60 day county jail sentence. He will be moved to St Vincent's hospital this afternoon due to pneumonia contracted in jail. The wife and one son are at police headquarters. Supt. Bregnan orders hospital transfer at the department’s expense. The son warned the family would bury Eagan if he dies after the transfer.

John P. Quean St Vincent's Hospital Fagan Supt Bregnan Charties Department Eagan Thason Delaney

Eagan's Decline From Hard Work To Drinking

Eagan was once a hardworking man whose mind deteriorated after he took to drink. The report notes a shift from labor to downfall as alcohol affected his condition and daily life.

Eagan

Famous French actor Coquelin dies at 48 in Paris

United Prose dispatch from Pari reports the death of French actor Coquelin at St Germain from angina pectoris at age 48. He began on stage in 160 and was a central figure in French theatre for two decades. His financial troubles and illness of his brother marred his career. Edmond Knot planned to feature him in Chanteclaire, but Coquelin died before arrangements could proceed. Root rushed to the infirmary after learning of his death.

Pecal United Prose Pari Coquelin St.Germain France Gara Hernhardt Edmond Knot Paris Meath St. Germain Coqueils

Oregon Express Wreck Last Night Near Dana West of Rawlins

A derailment of the Oregon Express killed one and wounded nine near Dana thirty miles west of Rawlins. The crash involved nine cars leaving the tracks and occurred late last night according to Union Pacific officials. Separately Fairfield Auto Company of Bridgeport filed articles of incorporation at the Capitol showing $1,000 capital with $7,000 paid in. Incorporators named are William P. Hall H D Gates KR Herapton and others from Bridgeport and Milford.

Oregon Express Cheyenne Union Pacific Dana Rawlins BHSRS

Agony of Eczema Beyond Words

Descriptive account of severe eczema covering the body. The sufferer endures raw torment, hair loss, and bleeding skin. Clothing clings to painful areas, and there is a grave fear that the agony will never end. A stark portrayal of daily life under extreme skin disease distress.

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HUB Clothing House MAIN BANK Bridgeport Public Market Branch Bridgeport Public Market East Main Street Theenson Wentworth Furniture Company, Inc John Streat W. E. Halligan Geo. B. Clark & Co Fairfield Avenue Peck & Lines Co Middle ST Bridgeport, Conn Beee xoUu S&s Crawford Laundry Fairfeld Avenus ST. Charles Castoria Beara Signatu Zpte Poley Foley F. B. Brill O'Connor Ass'n M. F. O'Connor Assn East E Bridgeport Jimmy Williams George Westman Ike McGovern Jimmy Ayers Johnny Griffin Charlie Schwink Daniel Cooney Eastport Staples Riverhead John Jones Hily Ely Bros Warren Street O'Rourke Union Tobacco Cyrus Cyrus Pharmacy Cannon St Steve Pollan Win &. Winn Stratford Ave Elsa Ryan Lillie Hall Sam Reed the Blue Mouse General Assembly Fire Department St. Vincent’s Hospital Sarah Bernhardt Eczema Case Cuticura Ique Isabella Fox Anca Panama Costa Gottlieb & Gorman Co Main Street Howland’s Fricm Roe Sett Benson
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