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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Apr 12, 1921

Page

3

Building Industry Seeks Public Confidence Leader Airing Reform

The National Congress of the Building and Construction Industry moved to unite contractors, sub-contractors, architects, workers, and engineers under a cooperative framework. Aimed at studying training, materials supply, and fair bidding, the group plans a national assembly in Chicago to align policies and bolster industry credibility with the public.

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Well Known Bay State Clergyman To Speak Here

The Rev. E. Victor Bigalow, a renowned clergyman from Massachusetts, will address Lag Kiwanis Club and Chamber of Commerce at noon at a local venue. He plans to speak on industrial subjects reflecting practical experience as a manual worker and builder, including insights from his Yale and University of Washington studies.

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Minor Cases Disposed Of In City Court

In city court yesterday Charles Smith of 99 Black Nook Florida was convicted of petty larceny from an officer. A witness testified Smith aided a theft to obtain money but no direct corroboration was offered. James Ulini Binriel Wistine received 30 days in jail with sentence suspended. John Callahan of 8 Cole Avenue held for 2nd degree interference, forfeiting a $50 bond by nonappearance. John Ambrose of 498 Howard Avenue had an interfering friend forfeit a $50 bond by nonappearance.

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Electric Company Appeals Its Tax Assessment

The Connecticut based factoring company filed in Superior Court seeking adjustment of its last tax bill arguing a high assessment. Papers seized yesterday afternoon by Deputy Sheriff Beil. The company says its property is valued at 248 800 as listed last September, but the board of relat raised it to 16 65. Appeal was taken to the board but the tax commissioner's figures were rejected.

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Labor Secretary Davis to Attend Moose Banquet

Labor Secretary James T. Davis was expected to be guest of honor and principal speaker at a Moose Lodge banquet. The event, tied to the Loyal Order of Moose, featured local officials and notable attendees in a formal program.

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Dr Edwards Olive Tablets Ad Claim Health Benefits

An old advertisement touts Dr Edwards Olive Tablets as a liver and bowel aid replacing calomel for a clearer pink skin. It promises a buoyant feeling, bright eyes, and no dangerous after effects, recommending one or two nightly doses and noting millions of boxes sold annually for a price of one dollar.

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Timely Beauty Hints From a Nascent Hair Care Note

A quirky 1910s style tip suggests washing hair with homemade preparations rather than store bought shampoos. It extols a simple rinse to remove dirt and brighten the hair, claiming the result will be shinier and healthier-looking.

Sloan's Pain Reliever Noted In Health Ads

A garbled OCR fragment appears to describe Sloan's product as a handy remedy for aches and pains with references to generic health claims and external use, though the text is unclear and lacks a coherent structure or verifiable specifics.

Elixir advertisement touts cure for various ailments

An old ad promotes Kad Nemduelies and Elixir as remedies for constipation, foul breath, headaches, and other health issues. It claims quick relief and appeals to families, mentioning a Mrs Tosa Rover Cranes station and Dr Trunts as endorsers.

Sewing needs and personal notions of extra value

Reading lists sewing supplies and notions with prices for spools, threads, needles, pins, hooks, templates, and craft accessories. Mentions Mercerized cotton, rayon blends, white and black items, darning cotton, oil, machine needles, safety pins, ribbons, tape, velting, and various notions for sewing and drapery. Includes quantities, colors, and bulk pricing, reflecting a general catalog of haberdashery items.

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Madame Carpentier Sews Free Fitting Gowns After Paris Stay

Madame Carpentier returns from four months in Paris offering free gown cutting and fitting this week. She demonstrates rapid knife work to cut and fit gowns at home, requiring only purchase of silks or woolens. Featured fabrics include satin in colors and crepe de chine with prices listed.

Madame Carpenter Madame Carpentier Paris

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