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Newspaper
Bridgeport Standard Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Sep 18, 1919
Page
5
A Weldon Street resident describes years of anemia relief after trying Dr Williams Pink Pills. She reports improved strength, blood levels, relief from heart palpitations, better appetite, and restful sleep. Pills sold by druggists or direct from Dr Williams Medicine Co. in Schenectady. six boxes cost 2.50 postpaid.
An advertisement advises using pure cocoanut oil shampoo to avoid alkali in soaps and shampoos. It claims the shampoo cleanses scalp and hair, removes dust and oil, and leaves hair soft, shiny, and manageable. It promotes Malified cocoanut oil shampoo as cheap and long lasting.
W. L. Trotter editor of the Boston Guardian spoke at a large meeting detailing the American delegation to the peace conference at Versailles. Louis Baldwin York, introduced later, urged world recognition of African Americans on equal terms. The speech recalled obstacles in travel, passport denial, and apprenticeship, culminating in promises of future equitable treatment.
The American Legion meeting at 138 State Street will elect national officers including an Inspector General and associate editor of the magazine. Harry Waggoner transfers to Albans to recruit for the Marines. William Blodget to replace him in Fairfield Avenue office. Sergeant Charles Meirston to be discharged September 28 and take civilian work.
Reports say a bandit who held Dr Smith for ransom near Sant Eulalia was captured. Half of $4000 ransom was paid, with the Vila band implicated and Ten men of a Chihuahua detachment involved in the pursuit and possible rescue.
In Cleveland Ohio the association established temporary headquarters moving all books and records from Indianapolis. The transfer drew complaints and questions about the new site and logistics as officials address concerns and seek stability.
About 100 more attendees expected at the event in New York. A stray note mentions a prank looting at 148 Lexington Avenue where three trunks of Portuguese boarders were rifled, with bank books, money, and shirts stolen. Also reports from the Manufacturers Association monthly meeting at Salade Club with over two members present and adjournment at 10 39.
The Fraternal Mascule Fairfielders association plans a two day event and clambake Saturday at 3 o clock in South No 2 Evans. A general meeting with delegates from New York convention and other business will be transacted in the Bridgeport Minstrel club room at 2 Stratford Avenue. The association now has 150 members.
A puzzling exchange asks if a boy, described as a stepchild, is the son of a botanist. The fragment hints at a riddle about identity, with lines spoken by Wade and another speaker. The text remains unclear and speculative.
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