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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Apr 07, 1925
Page
28
An advertisement touts Marmola Prescription Tablets as a fast method to reduce fat and improve health. It claims thousands endorse the product and markets a one dollar price, with a disclaimer about measured use and potential effects.
An exhortation from Mrs. E Govip of Los Angeles lauds Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound for restoring health, averting surgery, and aiding recovery after childbirth. The letter, noting prior use since girlhood and occasional medicine afterward, also mentions Sanative Wash and widespread female testimonials following operations.
Fire Chief Daniel Johnson and Board President Henry No McCanthou discuss a statewide move toward a single standard hose coupling size. Bridgeport clashes with rival towns over thread sizes and compatibility, noting current hoses and hydrants differ from New Haven Milford and others. Cost to align Bridgeport with a common standard is estimated around 1500.
The engagement of Miss Catherine Dews and Count Charles Benoist Dazy was announced today. Miss Dews is the daughter of Howard Dews of Providence Rhode Island and Pittsburgh and Pagadena California. Count Dazy is the son of a former naval attaché at Washington.
Miss Olivia Howard of California and Evelyn Lawndale attended the wedding of Miss Olivia to Robert Fraser Raymond of Milton and Hoxton Massachusetts in Switzerland. Guests included Hugh Gibson and Frederick Whitwel of Heston. A wedding breakfast followed the ceremony and the couple began their life together.
A Milford High School scholarship fundraiser features Mrs Bertruda Broadwell and Mrs Charles Broadwell with the Eastman Conservatory trained maestro Vass Paradwell, plus Marion Fowler and the Kil e Glee Club quartet. The event at Botsford Hall Walnut Beach promises a refined program and strong community support.
Inspirational speaker Frank Jewel Ruiymont addressed a Chamber of Commerce luncheon at Stratfield Hotel, denouncing knocker harassment and praising civic duty. Raymond outlined developmental life stages. remarks praised home, family, and American ideals amid city pride and academic achievers.
Kermit Roosevelt testified before referee Peter B Olney in New York on April 6 in a bankruptcy probe tied to the Dunn Pen Co failure. Roosevelt claimed ignorance of details, said he relied on officers, and noted a past Far East hunting trip. He agreed to authorize director Iv Crawford to act if he cannot return before court action. He acknowledged knowledge of the firm’s financial trouble in 1921 but defended the venture as sound. He said he had not seen certain loan documents and had not closely reviewed accounts. Roosevelt hunted in Korea in late 1923.
Officials vow action after reports motorists ignore trolley rights and crowd passenger areas. Commissioner advised police to patrol, with motorcycle units and ward staff patrolling the routes. The move targets cars passing on the wrong side and those boarding near trolley stops. Citizens urged to report violations to curb hazards and ensure passenger safety.
A fragmentary notice discusses auction sales conducted with minimum bids and negotiations. It notes ongoing legal scrutiny and opinions limiting who may conduct such sales, with references to multiple parties and court oversight. The text hints at enforceable rules and procedural constraints affecting all participants except certain named individuals.
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