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Newspaper
Bridgeport Standard Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Jul 08, 1919
Page
8
The article discusses spine health, claiming the backbone is central to the body’s structure and function. It notes that misalignment causes muscle strain and a cascade of issues through vertebrae, implying chiropractic methods address supposed subluxations. It lists contacts and dates for consultation in a dated ad-like presentation.
An advertisement touts a DIY freckles remedy using juice of two lemons mixed with three ounces orchard white. It claims a quarter pint of lotion will fade freckles and blemishes with daily facial massage, promising harmless, non irritant results.
The West End branch library opened yesterday at 4 pm with no formal ceremony. Librarian Henry Sanborn and Miss Ulrich from the Central library attended as presenters. The neat new building offers two service areas for adults and children and is well located for factory workers. Miss Alice TEY announced Central library can supply books for adults.
The Bridgeport Welcome Home committee takes charge of locating local employment for returning soldiers sailors and marines as the US Free Employment Bureau ceases operation due to lack of funds. Service continues at 303 Fairfield Avenue under Judge John B Pullman with Lieutenant Erick Nutt in charge and Wi Be W Smith remaining until new heads assume.
County Commissioner Frank Hy Ballard said no applications have been received for rebate of liquor license fees. If dealers surrender licenses in this city they are entitled to five twelfths of the fund. the rest is divided among county towns and the state. The commissioners will order a rebate and funds must come from affected town treasuries.
In Ottawa during July the T Parliament prorogued after a long session. The House of Commons passed thanks to the Canadian army for overseas service. Premier Borden announced the prohibition bill would not be passed due to differences between the Commons and the Senate.
Stratford avenue bridge will be closed tonight tomorrow and Thursday nights from 11 p m until 4 a m to permit machinery installation. Inspector Maurice F McKenna said the bridge will be finished this month and the lower side must be closed during the stated times.
The state police commission reappointed Thomas F. Egan as superintendent for two years. He has completed sixteen years of continuous service and begins July 4 with a salary of 4000 dollars per year, up from 39500.
The Locomobile band will perform tonight at Beardsley Park from 9 to 10 o clock providing music for a concert and dancing. The event offers an evening of entertainment with dancing to the band’s selections.
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