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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Apr 07, 1925
Page
27
An old advertisement touts Marmola Diet Pills as a quick fat loss method endorsed by thousands. It claims the tablets reduce overfat flesh with a simple regimen and lists a one dollar price, indicating broad consumer appeal and easy purchase through druggists nationwide.
A Los Angeles reader declares Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound saved her from a required operation. She notes lasting relief after use during pregnancy, back issues, and heart concerns, with improvement after two months and continued occasional medicine. Similar letters report avoidance of surgery and renewed health.
Fire Chief Daniel Johnson and Bridgeport officials discuss adopting a single standard hose coupling to fit hydrants across towns. Johnson notes many departments have different thread sizes, hindering help during fires, while Bridgeport would need about 1500 to align with larger cities.
The engagement of Miss Catherine Dews and Count Charles Benoist Dazy was announced today. Miss Dews is the daughter of Howara Dews of Providence, Rhode Island, Pittsburgh, and Pagadena, California. Count Dazy is the son of a former naval attache at Washington.
Miss Olivia Howard married Robert L Raymond of Milton and Hoxton Mass at a Swiss ceremony. Guests included Frederick Whitwell of Heston and others. a wedding breakfast followed.
A Milford High School scholarship fundraiser will feature Mrs Bertruda Broadwell and daughter, plus Mrs Chules Hy Broadwell, Eastman Conservatory graduate Vass Paradwell, Miss Marion Fowler, the KilE Glee Club quartet, and a slate of local acts at Botsford's Hall Walnut Beach this Thursday evening. A prior vaudeville show and dance is arranged at Myrtle Beach with John Goggins producing, highlighting American hotels versus European hospitality in travel discussions.
An inspirational speaker at a Chamber of Commerce luncheon in the Stratfield hotel condemned attacks on “knockers” while urging civic unity. The address touched on American heritage and the value of community loyalty as speakers cited personal development and local achievement among students and residents.
Kermit Roosevelt, facing a bankruptcy examiner in New York, testified on the Dunn Pen Company collapse. He admitted limited knowledge of company finances, noted prior Far East travel, and discussed potential representation while awaiting court action. Roosevelt acknowledged awareness of financial trouble when becoming director in 1921 and described limited scrutiny of accounts.
Police to pursue motorists passing left of trolleys after reports that auto drivers ignore passenger safety and risk pedestrians. Commissioner and superintendent ordered a crackdown with patrols to cover the territory and address the issue.
Auction sales define property offered at fixed prices with bidding guidance. The text hints at legal concerns and time limits for auction conduct, noting requirements for all parties and exclusions for certain individuals. It references law and ongoing court considerations affecting auction practices and impartiality.
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