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Newspaper
Bridgeport Standard Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Aug 06, 1919
Page
8
An ad promo claims Freezone removes hard and soft corns and calluses with a tiny bottle. It asserts the product is inexpensive and painless, allowing the user to lift the corn or callus out by the root with fingers after a few applications.
An old advertisement warns that waste matter in the bowels causes illness and urges use of McK & R Analax laxative. It claims the product cleanses the bowels without increasing dosage, promotes regularity, and strengthens the intestinal tract, with Bridgeport drugstores listed as sellers.
An advertisement touts Mira File Remedy for piles claiming cure in 3 to 10 days even for long standing, bleeding cases. It cites Henry J. Stone of Miorain Ohio Fire Department and notes availability through pharmacists, with internal and ointment options and guaranteed remedies.
Government farm land flaw allotment bonus insurance travel pay or other matters are handled by the special secretary at the City 32M. C. A. He is on duty in the lobby devoting full time including evenings to serving you.
Winsted Conn Hugh Rockwell Plainville aviator is unhurt after his monoplane crashes into a bee hive colony while landing. He emerges from the wreck as hundreds of bees swarm him, attacking on face neck ears and body. The engine started strong but a connecting rod failed, sending the plane to the ground and through the hive.
The Commodore-Toronto handicap air race offers $10 000 in prizes and draws entries from air show classes. Major William Schreder, former altitude record holder, has entered. Army fliers, granted by the War Department, may participate for trophies equal in value to the Commodore prize. The race begins in New York and another city, with stops, and must finish within four days.
In London on August 3 the British Board of Trade announced an official inquiry to devise means to protect Great Britain from organizations like the American Meat Trust. Food Minister George H. Roberts told the House of Commons that the American packing industry is a broader issue than the ministry can handle alone, and international action is sought.
Miss Edith J. Johnson a 34 year old teacher from South Orange New Jersey died after being struck while attempting to save her spaniel from danger under a trailer. Born in Norwalk Connecticut and Smith College graduate, she died en route to a hospital.
Lieutenant Harold J. Smith, a former newspaperman, has returned home from France after enlisting in the regular army two years ago. He served in Europe after receiving a commission and is now on a fifteen day leave visiting relatives. He was previously attached to the Ansonia Sentinel as a reporter in the Derby field.
Shelton August 3 Miss Grousse Seltzer left a neighbor’s house and caught her shoe in a board. The high heel hurled her to the ground injuring her leg near the ankle. She was taken to Grinn Hospital where the fracture was reduced.
Harriet M. Palmer 96, a direct descendant of Walter Palmer who came on the Mayflower, died today in the Montville house where she was born. She was widely known for her religion work and contributions to the community.
In Scranton Pennsylvania on a stormy August day Andrew Loyak was killed while flying a kite. A lightning bolt struck the wet string, burning hair and striking him in the back of the head.
Deeds were recorded yesterday transferring Steeplechase Island from the McMahon heirs to the city. The purchase price for the island and all rights was 220 dollars.
Veterans of the Fighting Frontier Volunteer Regiment gathered at Savin Rock for the annual reunion. Bridgeport’s Coal Trchard Waggibbeans, the regiment’s oldest survivor, serves as president for life, with Capt. George Rutherford and Capt. Lawrence O'Brien among officers. Retrospections covered Civil War battles from Mississippi City to Winchester, as two members died in the past year.
Due to musicians failing to appear at Flamilton and Hallett, Bill Steinke the Standard Telegram cartoonist stepped in. He drew caricatures of national figures and some audience members on a blackboard to entertain the crowd. The program ended with Wattersville schoolchildren singing the National Anthem.
In Brooklyn, Giuseppe Baitti of 133 Union Street and Antonio Christiana of 141 Union Street clashed with revolvers after a dispute about marital quarrels. Baitti was killed and Christiana was arrested by First Policeman Joseph Pape of the Coney Island station.
In Tiioston Alabama a 48 year old man missing since Sunday was found dying at his home. Officers had gone to serve a warrant charging abandonment of his infant child. He had married a week earlier to Miss Cor Higginbotham reported to be 14 years old. The man was a machinist from Youngstown Ohio and moved to the town last February. A grain elevator in Branton Vermont burned last night causing over 100000 dollars in losses and the Park and Pollard plant, built about two years ago, was destroyed following earlier Oswego New York fire.
A wartime drive seeks 100 000 models as the government drafts a new uniform. Camp Din Wrightstown hosts the selection with 400 men vying as candidates. Officials say the entrants will be sent to Washington for review and filing.
Morningside Beach enjoys a lively season as Mrs. David Lamb and other patrons attend a large dance at Morningside Casino. Attendees wore festive Oriental elements and an auction of men by Samuel Taylor entertained guests. Vacationers, property purchases, and flourishing club activity mark a busy period at Morningside.
Eight persons were seriously injured in a rear end collision between two southbound trains on the Sixth and Ninth avenues line between Battery Place and South Ferry. Ambulance surgeons from Broad Street Hospital attended the injured and sent them home.
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