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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Apr 21, 1920
Page
17
Advertises Kilmer's Swamp Root as a remedy for kidney trouble. Claims high success and a doctor notes many insurance declinations stem from undetected kidney issues. Offers sample bottles for ten cents and provides address in Binghamton New York.
An old advertisement urges readers to try Bitro-Phosphate to combat fatigue, pallor, and nervousness. It claims phosphorus deficiency weakens health and touts a physician-endorsed formula sold by Sartigan's Drug Stores and other druggists. The copy mentions calomel and tonics and promises a $300 guarantee with each box.
An advertisement claims Danderine stops hair shedding and doubles beauty by promoting life, shine, color, and thickness. It asserts fallen hairs vanish, and each strand becomes brighter and fuller.
An old advertisement extols California Syrup of Figs as the child friendly laxative of choice. It markets the product as a trusted remedy and highlights its gentle, effective relief for upset stomachs and irregular bowels.
Sky Lemington reports Keith Phillips, 16, a white youth, confessed to abducting seven year old Willie Trimble and attacking him with a hammer. Sheriff and deputy confirm the confession while a mob tried to lynch a Black suspect named Jenkins who is held in Lexington Jail. Willie Trimble remains hospitalized with a fractured skull. Phillips claims another Black youth was present.
Washington April 20. In increased pay for commanding officers and enlisted personnel of the army navy marine corps coast guard and public health services an agreement was reached today by House and Senate conferees. The exact amount and duration were to be worked out, but House negotiators favored several Senate principles including a 20 percent rise for all members of all services.
An old advertisement touts Mulelded coconut shampoo as superior to alkali rich soaps. It claims the product cleanses scalp and hair with a creamy lather, leaves scalp soft, hair bright and easy to manage, and is inexpensive for family use.
Fragments suggest a surgical or topical claim for corns removal with gentle application. The snippet reads like a product claim urging few drops to lift or remove tender corn areas. No clear event, date, or organization identified for full factual card.
An old advertisement claims Freezone instantly stops corn pain and removes hard and soft corns and calluses without irritation. It promotes a tiny bottle sold at stores for a few cents and attributes the discovery to Cincinnati genius.
Dr Marley conducts health week events in Southport with Miss Mary Stackpole at Warner Brothers City Normal School and Golden Hill. A mass meeting outlined tests and corrective exercises to be offered with appointments through Mrs Stackpole. Local obituary notes widow Mary Amelia Weatington dies at grandson’s home. services set at Sandie M Nichols home.
Berlin announces the disbanding of the German civic guards under Allied pressure and cites extraordinary internal security needs while claiming the order respects the peace treaty terms and prevents population protection gaps. The decision comes amid Allied demands outlined in the March 4 note.
April 20 A large group of about 1 200 Polish Americans who recently arrived after serving with the Polish army abroad have enlisted in the United States army following their demobilization. The vanguard detachment of 12 008 returning Polish American troops is noted. Ross fined for assault amid carnival company incident.
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