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Newspaper
Bridgeport Evening Farmer
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Mar 10, 1909
Page
4
A Southport woman said she always buys five Cyrus Plasters to save one, keeping a handy pain relief supply at home. Each plaster costs 25 cents, ensuring she never lacks relief when needed.
Hartford March 10 Governor Lilley signed legislation increasing Superior court judges from fourteen to sixteen The move is expected to be followed by a formal appointment of two new judges Colonel Lucien F Burpee of Waterbury and State's Attorney William H Williams of New Haven named for the two vacancies
The Governor announces appointments including John A. Leverty of Bridgeport to the pharmacy commission for three years from June 1, Edward H. Becks of Stratford as harbor master of Stratford harbor for three years from May 13, 1909. Addison A Betta and Edward E Meade of Norwalk named harbor master and deputy harbor master for Norwalk harbor from March 9, 1909. Additional Bridgeport residents listed for a local company.
The Board of Health agreed to force a city cleanup by April 1 or have the work done at the owners’ expense. Back yards and other areas will face strict inspections while inspector Lynch flags bad conditions and gives ten days to fix them. Health data show 117 total deaths last period with 14 diphtheria cases and two deaths, plus 54 measles and 23 scarlet fever cases amid ongoing sanitation efforts.
Governor Lilley announced the appointment of John A. Leverty to the State Board of Pharmacy for three years from June 1 to succeed himself. Leverty, a partner in Leverty Bros druggists, leads a local chain of stores and enjoys strong support in the community.
The firm dissolves its partnership and will carry on as a corporation chartered by the State of Connecticut. To begin with a fresh stock, all on hand will be closed out at sale prices.
A sweeping sale of muslin undergarments and women’s apparel begins tomorrow morning. Corset covers, gowns, drawers, chemises, and combination sets are discounted from 10c to 95c with extensive price cuts on coats, suits, skirts, and linens. Numerous items from furs to dress goods are marked down, with large assortments in silks, laces, embroideries, and accessories.
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