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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Apr 13, 1922
Page
3
Community notices indicate gatherings in Molster at The Tee Ara located 140 Middle Street. Organizers urge residents to attend, outlining tentative schedules and topics for discussion.
Bridgeport lodge groups and local clubs list in a note about legislative talk on tariffs and bills. The Bridgeport Telegram notes Congress may delay summer adjournment due to Fordney Tariff Bill debates, bonus issue, and navy funding, with President Harding urged to modify or veto plans to fit revenue limits.
An early 20th century health claim ads for Cereal Meal as the ideal food to induce natural bowel movements without drugs. It extols a night bed routine, natural digestion, and broad health benefits, urging readers to purchase via Bridgeport or New York offices and promising a free pamphlet on constipation.
An old advertisement promotes Wyeth's Sage and Sulphur Compound as a ready to use remedy for gray hair. It claims the liquid formula darkens hair naturally when applied daily with a sponge or brush, suggesting continued use to maintain a glossy, youthful look.
An old fashioned mustard plaster substitute Musterole is marketed as a clean white ointment that can soothe raw throats and clear congestion. Advertised as safe for children, it claims stronger relief than traditional mustard plasters and comes in jars and tubes at various sizes.
Describes a range of women's undergarments and nightwear from crepe de chine to satin, including chemises, gowns, bloomers, step-ins, and camisoles. Prices span from 73 cents to 6 dollars, with hues in flesh, white, blue, brown, gray, and black. Second floor.
An ad promotes Gossard corsets claiming they fit gowns with freedom and support. They boast easy adjustment and posture adaptation for walking or sitting, detailing options from elastic tops to flesh brocade and white coutil in various bust and hip configurations, with prices from $3.25 to $5.00.
Fresh lot tweeds for all boys offered in new Spring styles. Regular double service suits include two pairs of knicker trousers for sizes 8 to 18. High School suits with two trousers or sport coat heat, priced from 22.50 to 30 dollars. Front basement.
Howland clothes derive value from fabric tailoring and style. Fabric determines service and longevity, tailoring affects fit and shape retention, style influences appearance and satisfaction. Howland features spring suits and topcoats in new fabrics and colors, priced 35 to 55 dollars.
Boncilla 50c beauty preparations advertised as refreshing for the complexion. Describes scientific quality and pleasing results for discerning women. Introduces a new special Package-O Beauty at a small price. One container each of different articles in a single package on the main floor.
Easter arrival brings a range of new books including Souls for Sale, Merton of the Movies, The Moon Rock, and The Scarlet X. Also advertised are elegant coats in long smooth fits and cards sets priced 3¢ to 25¢. Main floor rear display offers these items and other delights for children and adults alike.
An old advertisement promotes hot cross buns for Good Friday priced per dozen. It touts a distinctive seasonable treat made from finest materials with a crisp delicious quality. Baserseny.
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