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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Apr 03, 1923
Page
15
A historical ad warns that kidney disease is widespread yet often undetected by patients and doctors. It promotes Dr Kilmer's Swamp Root as a remedy for kidney, liver, and bladder issues, claiming quick relief and urging readers to request a sample bottle and a booklet of testimonials.
Dispensary activity in the Welfare building shows a large drop from March 1922 to the past month. Treatments number 2,471 last month, down from 1,358 in March 1922, a decline of 1,487 cases as unemployment and private doctors reduce demand for free care.
Tax records show 35270 collected yesterday with 2570.11 from various taxpayers. The largest payment of 7000 came from United Cigar Stores as residents settled dues due this month. The day was busy and the amount will be recorded by Town Clerk C. E. Winton for the 1821 22 taxes.
Norwalk officials announce a charity ball for Norwalk Hospital on April 20 with notable attendees including B. T. Bedford head of Corn Products Refining Co. F. B. Lewis head of Texas Oil Co. and James A. Farrell president of United States Steel Corp.
Joseph Hartnett, brother of Alderman Walter Hartnett of the fourth district, was appointed a night mechanic in the Municipal Garage. He was recommended by Joseph Welsner, garage superintendent, and his salary will be $190 per month, per Acting secretary Angus P. Thorne.
A northwest gale and heavy seas slowed Sound shipping yesterday. The Laura Keeler bound for New Haven diverted to harbor, towboats anchored, and the Pointer remained near New Haven awaiting calmer weather. The George McCaffrey with 3,000 tons of soft coal barges reached port, while the John Garrett towed coal barges and sheltered in the outer harbor. Captain Munsey recovered two ill kittens from a yacht club feeder, transferring them to warmth.
Bridgeport once headed the shirt industry in the United States, with 1936 marking early shops at Pembroke Lake and factories on Main Street and Golden Hill. The trade, aided by firms like B Fiatch and Com pany, faded as markets shifted abroad and labor conditions changed, prompting civic groups to call for revived production to restore the city’s economic balance.
The city schools end the Easter break with sessions resuming today except for night school. Seniors from High School plan a prearranged Washington trip. Teachers return from vacation and prepare to drive the educational program before summer break. Superintendent Cottrlent coordinates conferences to ensure a smooth start. Several teachers arriving together heard of the new higher trolley fare on an Ash Creek line.
White Star liner Pittsburgh was struck by 100 giant waves on Good Friday about 660 miles from Sabla Island. The seas smashed the bridge and quarters, splinters flew, and all hands worked to control the ship as every movable item shifted.
Adjutants and commanders of Amorimin Legion posts in the state endorse the World War veterans bonus bill before the General Assembly. They align with the state executive committee’s stance, urging support to fund bonuses for veterans without jeopardizing funds. The meeting followed a drives push to rally support among ex servicemen.
Tower Clerk C B Winton reports 114 licenses issued yesterday marking the largest opening day total on record. April offers a full month to obtain tags with a $2 penalty for noncompliance. Fees are 1.55 for males and 10.25 for females. About 1,600 canines in the oil subject to license.
William McMurtha Speer, 75, a prominent newspaperman, died at his Piermont-on-Hudson home after a brief illness. He began at Morning News in New May before Yale, later edited The Sun, and held roles at Atkins Argus and The Ward before returning to New York.
Harbor traffic will be routed through a new channel in the main arm of the Pequotnock River between Farist's Point and the Locomobile inner jetty within a month. War Department officials, aided by Harbormaster William A. Lamond, will open the channel after the P Sanford Rosas drag continues. Shippers and boat owners protest the location, but the change hinges on War Department approval and dredging completion. Anchoring after opening will shift to the East side of the harbor as repairs and further jetty plans are considered.
On the steamship Asia arriving from Marseilles, Captain Vladimir Smith and Colonel Alexander Grevsky, stated to be anti-Bolshevist attaches to the Russian embassy at Constantinople, disembarked with Mrs Smith and their three sons. They claim to come to America to establish a headquarters for an anti-Soviet mission in Russia, arguing Soviet rule is worse than Czarist rule.
Joseph Roper of New York, trustee for the Howard A. Hawley estate, filed a taxation appeal in Superior Court yesterday. The complaint alleges the Board of Assessors overvalued six parcels at 291 S97 South Avenue, and that an appeal to the Board of Relief failed to secure adjustment.
Joseph Adzime of 281 Willard Street was fined $200 and costs and sentenced to 30 days in jail after arraignment in City Court for violations of the liquor laws.
An old advertisement touts TIZ as the sole remedy for aching swollen sore feet and foot conditions. It promises corns calluses and bunions vanish, feet feel light and shoes become comfortable after a simple bath with the product sold in drugstores.
An old advertisement invites readers suffering from itching and protruding piles to use Pyramid Pile Suppositories. It promises quick relief and comfort, urging readers to ask their druggist for a 60 cent box and to send name and address to a Michigan address for trials.
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