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Newspaper
Bridgeport Standard Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Oct 14, 1919
Page
15
An advertisement from Fruit-a-tives claims immediate relief from digestive and constipation issues after long trial with other treatments. Donat Lalondi recounts cure, offering boxes at 2.59 for six and trial size at 2 cents, from Fruit-a-tives Limited in Ogdensburg, New York.
An old time remedy promises fast easing of rheumatic twinges stiff joints and back pain from weather exposure. The liniment acts through counter irritation to soothe muscles nerves and aches with minimal rubbing and odorless penetration.
An old advertisement touts Seven Barks as a universal cure for indigestion and biliousness. It claims poor health stems from stomach and liver trouble and promises rapid relief, asserting a single bor is 50 cents and that 50 years of sales prove its merit.
A vintage advertisement touts Allenrhu as a cure for rheumatism, claiming rapid relief from uric acid deposits and pain. It promises a full refund if two bottles fail to stop agony, with founder James H. Allen guaranteeing results and Hindle Drug Stores authorized to guarantee every case.
An advertisement touts Wendell's Ambition Pills as a quick nerve tonic for general debility and nervous strain. It offers 50 cent boxes with refunds from Hindle Pharmacy and Hartigan's Drug Store, claiming benefits for nerves, hysteria, trembling and neuralgia and noting dealer availability.
In a private narrative, a wife recalls hopeful moments amid brutal quarrels with Crittenden, contrasting a once happy wedding anniversary with hidden betrayals. She reflects on secrets kept from her father and friends, the lingering belief that love could redeem the marriage, and the uneasy balance between devotion and doubt as their two years together unfold.
Read Co The Read House features a Furniture Gallery showing living room sets and separate pieces. Displays include mahogany frames, overstuffed pieces, rose or blue damask coverings, and pieces priced from 180 to 365 dollars. Third floor exhibits two to three piece mahogany sets with davenport and chairs.
Reproductions in solid mahogany by Reynolds Raeburn and Rommey feature Walnut and French desks with small top drawers and a larger bottom drawer. Prices range from 16.50 to 55.00, plus 50.00 for mahogany sets. Priscilla Tables with trays offered at 12.50 to 19.50, plus English Colonial patterns with drop leaves and two drawers at 21.00.
A diverse display of dress trims for the coming season features colored bands embroidered in wool or silk, garnitures, embroidery or beadwork, fringes, tassels, and silk nets in various colors. Also listed are flannel petticoats for children, nightgowns for women, and Billie Burke pajamas in multiple sizes and price ranges.
In Cologne British military officials deter unauthorized public actions by German figures. Dr Derien is forbidden to enter either American or British zones to advocate a Ramelkind republic or cause demonstrations. British HQ warns no change in administration will be allowed without prior British sanction.
London reports show August birth numbers exceed any pre war months since the conflict began. Official figures indicate a birth rate of 14 per thousand and 161 more births than August 1918. Child specialist Dr. Warger Lieh notes more boys are born in stress and shortage times, more girls in wealth.
Berlin October 13 Herr Haenisch Prussian minister of worship told the budget commission he proposed radical measures to crush political agitation among public school pupils. He said political propagandists are trying to revive the Hohenzollern regime and urged decisive action.
Freight traffic between Hamburg and Cuba and Mexico resumed on the day after the steamer Hans was cleared. The Hans, carrying a mixed cargo, had halted operations until clearance was obtained, marking a return to normal transatlantic freight movement in the region.
A new line of La Mode dresses has just arrived priced at 2.95 and 3.95. The arrivals promise fresh styles for the season and expand the store’s fashion selections for customers seeking affordable chic.
The New Ribbons set prices from 1.50 to 9.00 per yard. Satins and Moire Taffetas in pastels for camisoles from 1.50 to 2.75 per yard. Misses' Petticoats offered in assorted colors.
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