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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Apr 09, 1918
Page
4
The text ponders responsibility in a decision making moment, noting a motion seconded by Alarm Clock with Mother as key facilitator. It frames blame as shared between the clock and caretaker in a light, philosophical exchange.
An old advertisement touts Musterole as a clean white ointment made with oil of mustard to relieve congestion colds and aches without blistering skin. It promises quick relief from sore throat croup chest congestion rheumatism lumbago bruises and muscle pains with potions priced for various jar sizes.
Cincinnati authority touts freezone to remove corns and calluses. A few drops on tender corn will cause soreness then loosen and lift out the root with little pain. The product, sold for a small cost, claims not to inflame surrounding skin and leaves the underpart pink and firm after removal.
A Bridgeport girl reports relief after taking Mayr’s Wonderful Remedy for stomach pain, claiming the preparation removes mucus and inflammation in the intestinal tract. The ad guarantees money back after one dose via Riker Drug Store.
A humorous ramble on Niagara Falls, its noise and crowds, with satirical jabs at tourism and marriage. The piece blends playful anecdotes about baths, robes, and rope walkers, noting hotel prices and seasonal visits while poking fun at gravity and vaudeville lore.
Washington April 8 The nation’s war agencies have achieved close harmony through White House conferences in the past two weeks speeding the fight for democracy. A two-cabinet plan directs diplomatic questions and industrial mobilization, with a six-member war cabinet ensuring supplies for fighting men. Early results include steel deliveries favoring shipyards, and fuel and food issues tied to production, all aimed at winning overseas. The group reports it has kept step in pushing toward victory.
A Republican candidate for the Eleventh district alderman to succeed Hiram Winterburn has not been selected by the town committee. Alfred W. Burdik, a known sporting authority, was invited but declined. The new alderman will be elected at the commons council meeting on Monday night.
Stamford April. Charged with conspiracy in making a fraudulent will, Charles N. Wexler a debarred lawyer, and Richard H. G Cunningham appeared before Judge Young. Wexler bound over to superior court, Cunningham held for hearing next week. both posted 2500 bonds. Will claimed to be Henry W. Ranger’s, written for Edith Ranger, with New York surrogate court denying it. Testator’s estate valued at a quarter million dollars left to the National Academy of Design. Warrants issued for Edith Ranger and Carl W. Meyer of New York. Fraudulent will drawn in Stamford in January.
Lithuanian community in Bridgeport plans an evening school to teach mechanical trades. Organizers seek a suitable location, local factories will donate tools and machinery, and Lithuanian instructors will be hired for the program.
An advertisement promotes Wendell's Ambition Pills at Hindle Pharmacy promising quick mood and energy boosts. It claims relief from nervousness fatigue overwork and various ailments with a three day effect and money back offer on the first box.
A brief, upbeat reminder to start the day in good spirits and with a positive mindset, contrasting with discomfort or illness to encourage productive energy.
Heat from dumped slag at Bethlehem Steel Sparrows Point works caused a thunderous blast that rattled Baltimore's south and east neighborhoods. Police clarified no accident occurred, noting slag dumping is a nightly practice often paired with an explosion.
Hartford April report shows arrests across towns for automobile law violations. Inspectors of the automobile department aided by state police patrolled Sunday. 19 officers on duty, many on motorcycles, others in cars. Saybrook saw 36 arrests on various charges. Justice E. G. Burke presided all day.
The notice urges citizens who cannot serve in France to support the war effort by purchasing bonds. It stresses that financial sacrifice strengthens military operations and national resilience.
British report notes that empty cement tubes intended to seal gas mask components were found with masks. An inquiry cites possible ulterior motives after complaints reveal deliberate tampering. Rigid inspection underway. one factory reportedly found 00 empty tubes among mask packages.
Washington April 8 a proposed bill would impose 5000 to 10000 dollar penalties on counties where lynchings occur and hold county or municipal officers and prosecutors accountable for failure to prevent or prosecute such crimes in the jurisdiction.
Washington reports Italian warships sunk off the southern coast of Finland by their crews after German ships opened fire on them. The dispatch from Stockholm to the state department notes three of the vessels were battleships.
Silk Section on the third floor lists Great Britain at War by Jeffrey Farnal and The Winning of the War by Roland G. Usher with other titles. Also advertised are trish love themes, Eliza beth Cooper romance, Bertha Ruck and Mrs. Gellac Lowndes novels, along with $1.25 to $2.50 pricing, and a Knox Sailor hat featured among plaid fabrics and fashionable color combos.
An American officer recently back from northern France estimates German losses at least 300000 men killed wounded or missing since the early offensive. Former British Army officer, familiar with the conditions, provides the figure.
About 1300 workers joined a strike at Eagle Lock company in Terryville Conn with 296 skilled men staying on. They demand a 15 percent wage rise and a minimum wage of four dollars a day for male adults and two dollars for women. Officials rejected the demand after a conference with the committee and the strikers adjourned their meeting until Wednesday.
An old age health warning notes that signs like stiff joints fatigue and rheumatic pains may indicate kidneys failing to remove toxins. It promotes Gold Medal Haarlem Oil Capsules as a long standing remedy for kidney and bladder issues sold by druggists direct from Haarlem Netherlands.
A vintage advertisement warns against harsh soaps for hair care preferring refined coconut oil as a pure cleansing option. It notes soaps dry the scalp, break hair, and cost too little lasting value while coconut oil cleanses thoroughly, rinses easily, and leaves hair soft and manageable with minimal product use.
Veils such as the Bonnie Brown slip on veil are popular for quick adjustment. Women who drive or motor favor its ease. Available motifs include black brown taupe with butterfly accents. Van Raalte Maytime in black brown and Twipe offered. Plaid veiling taupe shades and plaid and octagon mesh varieties shown.
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