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Newspaper
Bridgeport Standard Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Jun 13, 1919
Page
3
A reader testimonial from Y A Gilbrath of Reed Street Hire Pa credits Peterson's Ointment with curing a year old running sore in three weeks and claims eczema and other old sores respond quickly. The ad touts sales by druggists and a price of 85 cents per box.
An advertisement touts Wendell's Ambition Pills as a quick fix for nervous fatigue, debility, and mood issues caused by overwork or substance use. Sold for 50 cents with a refund offer at Hindle Pharmacy and Hartigan Drug Store and other dealers. The copy claims broad benefits including hysteria and neuralgia relief, urging purchase despite limited evidence.
An advertisement touts SAWTAY no cook icing for wedding cakes with snowy appearance and delicate texture. It lists ingredients such as cream confectioners sugar and almond extract and cites FAUTÉ PRODUCTS CORP New York as the maker and distributor.
MilfordJune 12 Special A reception committee meeting heard plans for a town celebration including a field day and clam bake on August 25. A service member committee will represent all town sections and meet with the reception panel. Salvation Army drives and Chautauqua notes are also reported along with local obituaries and personal notes.
A compiled list shows former soldiers and sailors returning to civilian life with their addresses and unit affiliations. Names include John Shunt Maurice Romm Michael Sterbach Leslie Didsbury Frank Davita Silvia Caseria Louis Deandrea William Podrasky Henry Bacon Victor Ridout and many others from infantry, engineers, artillery, air service, and Canadian forces, along with base and headquarters details.
A brief item notes ribbons described as white rose or blue and adaptable for adults with a childlike graceful touch. The price listed is $3.50 with an additional note about availability on the second floor.
A sale listing highlights a large stock of children's footwear including white Nubuck and canvas styles for babies and girls, plus patent leather and calfskin options. Prices range from $1.50 to $5, with sizes noted and a focus on girls and youngest children.
Women who appreciate a close fitting low shoe with arch and comfort will like these choices. Russia calfskin oxfords with perforated toe cap and military heel at 7.50. Brown calfskin oxfords with long vamp and French heel. Black calfskin pumps with long vamp and high cut. Handsome black calfskin pumps with leather bow and military heel at 7.00. Main floor rear.
Bright handsome and sensible bathing suits entice with lively rose hues greens and navy blues. Caps jockey and shanters glow with color and clever trimming. Girdles and special garters offer comfort and support for dipping and swimming. Left aisle rear.
Thousands of yards of Marquisette curtaining offered at 29 cents a yard. Plain or fancy bordered scrim and filet fabrics in large quantities, usually priced 39 to 65 cents. Limited stock, great value for shoppers, while supplies last.
Bargain sale notes reefers sized for boys aged 3 to 8 offering manly air and protection on cool evenings and trips. Items range from old prices 10 to 15 dollars down to 4 to 7.50 dollars, with blue serge and mixed fabrics. Stock described as broken in sizes, with only a few of each pattern remaining.
Finest of many sheer light Italian silk undergarments offered for summer comfort. Includes camisoles with lace trim and ribbon straps $2 to $2.50, envelope chemises with fine lace $2 to $2.50, vests with band top, lace top at $2 to $2.50, bloomers with fringe and picot edge $2 to $5. Also mentions a dainty powder puff packet.
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