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Newspaper
Bridgeport Standard Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Jul 23, 1919
Page
4
A short sales pitch touts Freezone as a cheap drugstore solution to lift off hard or soft corns and toe calluses. The tiny bottle allegedly relieves pain instantly and removes the corn or callus root and all with no soreness, claimed as not humbug.
Vigorous men and women urged to try Wendell's Ambition Pills with a money back guarantee if no improvement. The ad promises energy, confidence, and a rosy glow within days, urging readers to buy a 50 cent box from Hindle's Pharmacy and Harrigan Drug Store with authorized dealer guarantees.
London reports warn of a severe economic crisis as coal miners halt output across large fields. Press condemn the miners yet note widespread strikes, with socialist papers estimating up to a quarter of a million workers out and the potential for broader stoppages.
The Federal Electric Railway Commission hears Job Hedges, receiver for New York Railways, describe the company’s weak year. For six months ending March 1919 the line earned only 20265 in operating income after costs and taxes, blamed on rising operating expenses and taxes. The commission plans night sessions to cover the issues.
Washington July 2. Henry F Cochems, counsel for Berger, told a House committee that Berger had merely expressed his party’s views. He argued if Berger is unfit, many Socialists would be unfit and none of the 18 000 Socialist voters who elected him could sit there. Representative Eagle interrupted, saying the committee is not trying to decide if Socialists should be represented in Congress.
Ralph I. Moyer cashier of the North Penn Bank surrendered to the district attorney after a war rant. the bank closed owing over $2,000,000 to depositors and Moyer confessed a $900,000 shortage to the receiver James W. MacBurney.
The Mill End Sale offers mourning hats in white and colored varieties from $4.35 to $4.95, Leghorn and Milan styles, and Cuban braids. Large gathering of dresses at $2.95 to $6.50, including plaid gingham, voile, and serge options, plus white skirts, gabardine and pique waists, and bathing suits. Also featured are porch and house dresses, perforated specials, and white summer shoes with several Mil End price points on the main floor rear.
Lightweight black stockings in special sizes durable and well proportioned. Regular 75c to 89c. White or black lisle stockings light and good, regular 68c. Union suits in attractive seasonal sorts, regular 1.50 to 1.19. Vesta and bodices of nightgown cotton, regular 26c to 19c. Children's night cotton vests 19c.
Fourth floor sale offers a wide range of tableware and dinnerware including Ipsion china sets 37 pieces, Tanglish porcelain sets 76 pieces, Bluebird cottage sets, Japanese sugar and creamers, teapots and cups, fancy china bowls and dishes. Prices show substantial discounts on dinnerware, glassware, and novelty sets with many patterns and sizes available.
A Lions wheel offered at 36 dollars with the same model previously sold at 39.50. If leftovers remain after the sale, the price reverts to 39.50. The sturdy bike features a 20 or 22 inch frame, khaki blue or black finish, United States tires and New Departure toaster brake, designed for safety and speed. Fourth floor.
Ads describe white hats lingerie bonnets and creepers with pockets at reduced prices from regular amounts. Beach rompers in white poplin pink or blue stripes and tucked muslin drawers are listed with marked down rates. Muslin drawers and baby diapers feature embroidery trimming and various sizes advertised for bargain prices.
A catalog style notice highlights Figured Georgette crepes with various patterns and colors priced from 3 to 25 dollars. Satin messaline fabrics offer soft luster and strength from 3 to 18 dollars. Cheney foulards feature refined color mixes in navy tones priced around 3 to 8 dollars.
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