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Newspaper
Bridgeport Standard Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Oct 07, 1919
Page
5
Swamp Root advertised as the peak remedy for kidney liver and bladder diseases. Each bottle carries a sworn certificate of purity and a sample bottle can be obtained by parcel post from Dr Kilmer Co Bing hamton NC for ten cents. Available in large and medium drug stores, with Bridgeport Standard Telegram and Post-Advertisement noted.
A dated advertisement promotes chiropractic care as aligned with natural body laws, arguing germ theory is not the sole cause of disease. It lists multiple chiropractors with contact details across several towns, inviting full consultations and noting investigations into chiropractic practice.
Mrs W J Gilherston of 40 Park Street Barre Wisconsin suffered months of severe headaches and sleepless nights. After two weeks on Dr Williams Pink Pills her condition improved. headaches diminished then disappeared, stomach strengthened, and sleep returned. She endorses the tonic and notes the pills cost 30 cents a box or six for $2.00 from Dr Williams Medicine Co Schenectady New Jersey. A free booklet on nervous diseases is offered.
Flax seed oil two ingredients of Linonine are known treatments for coughs and colds. Emulsified with other remedies it forms an preparation for immediate relief and prompt cure of all forms of coughs and colds.
A vintage advertisement touts a bronchitis remedy as pure and safe, claiming it strengthens the body while easing coughs colds and lung troubles. It markets the product as the most stubborn cough cure, priced at 60 cents and 1.20 dollars per package.
Vigorous men and women urged to seek Wendell's Ambition Pills at Hindle Pharmacy Hartigan Drug Store with a money back guarantee. The ad claims rapid relief from tiredness nervousness poor blood and related issues and promises a refund if one box fails to restore confidence and vigor within a week. It stresses a 50 cent box and urges readers to act now.
Secretary Tarnulty released an itemized tally of gifts received by President and Mrs Wilson during Europe travel. Major items include a king and queen photograph, Windsor Castle book, and a London city freedom emblem, with numerous gifts from Italy France Belgium and Genoa among others.
New York dispatch reports Dorothea and Gladys Cromwell sisters of New York left estates totaling 1,000,006 with appraisals filed. Gladys Cromwell’s estate valued at about 661,794. their brother Seymour Cromwell appears as a beneficiary with 242,648.
Captain Samuel Chester Reid of Norwich is honored as the new torpedo boat destroyer No. under construction at Bethlehem yards is announced to be named for him. Reid, captured in the Revolutionary War, later sailed with Truxton on the Baltimore and captained the brig Merchant at age 27. He rose to captain in 1844.
The following named men were accepted at the Array Reer raItin g station 925 Main Street and forwarded to their destination Frederick W Gerhard Rev ious service West Haven for Coast Artillery Corps William F Cullen 148 Black Rock Avenue for Ordnance Department Springfield Arta ory Mags
Washington October 6 The House approved a bill authorizing exploration in Nevada for underground waters to aid irrigation. The measure now goes to the President. Derfecbert Lay a steel worker killed his wife at home then died by suicide leaving six orphans. A sister said he had head trouble from an operation.
Bridgeport Rotary Club launches a local branch of the National Motorists Protective League to spot and report reckless driving. Members receive badges and pledge to note incidents, sending reports to 24 Newfield Building. The program, modeled after New York success, seeks fewer accidents.
An exchange article portrays Platten as a ruthless Bolshevik strategist akin to a steel machine, plotting to topple Tsarist Russia and expand Soviet influence. It contrasts his cold, behind the scenes power with the chaotic global struggle, while noting Swiss secrecy and global reach. Sister Superior Returns From Abroad. Reverend Mother Josephine and Mother Vlenda travel home after two years abroad for the General Chapter of the Sisters of St Joseph in France. The final line notes hat size is determined by inside width and length divided by five.
New York October 4 joint appeal by Yale Princeton and Harvard presidents warns rising war prices threaten university salaries. Professors, never highly paid, struggle to live in comfort and educate their children. The statement says the situation endangers recruiting men of the caliber needed to teach youth.
Nine more governors issue proclamations expanding a nationwide fire prevention movement. New York led with state level actions as efforts aim to boost public safety through awareness campaigns and stricter fire code adherence across jurisdictions.
The national board of fire underwriters announced that state executives will observe next Thursday as Patriotic Fire Prevention Day. Several states had already declared support to counter propaganda of destruction and broaden the observance to a nationwide event.
Spain reports gains in operations against Raisuli with limited losses. Morocco confirms the campaign recaptured key strongholds including Fondak and Ain Media. Raisuli is confined to the Dolorala heights after the captures.
HSVON October 6—A conference between New Haven Water Co officials and Milford Board of Fire Commissioners discussed protection for Naugatuck Gardens residents after a petition. The water company said current conditions prevent installing main fire hydrants in that town section at the present time.
London October 6 rival claimants for inventing the army tank will face the grants commission for awards to inventors tomorrow. Eleven claimants will appear before the commission. War Minister Winston Churchill will be among the witnesses in an effort to settle the controversy.
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