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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Apr 25, 1922
Page
14
An old advert sells Ti2 and TIZ as miracle foot remedies for sore tired aching feet. Claims quick action, toxin removal, and immediate comfort with a money back guarantee though wording is garbled. Appears in a period ad tone urging purchase at druggists or department stores.
Advertisement quotes Mustérale mustard-based ointment promising soothing relief for lumbago and aches. The copy touts rub-on application, noting price points 15 and 65 cents for jars and tubes, with hospital size at $3.00 and claims it is better than a plaster.
Mrs. Rosemary Anderson appointed by Governor Halegin spoke to the Bridgeport Teachers Federation at the high school about child welfare reform. She outlined conditions in county homes, infant homes, and mental deficiencies, noting two measures passed and urging continued parent teacher involvement to keep amusements wholesome and protect youth.
A new brick library on Central Avenue Ellison Street debuts as a community hub for children and adults. Patrons report calm study areas, a repair room, story hours, and a growing collection as staff including Mrs. Otto and Miss Hunting welcome readers and volunteers.
The North End Bank and Trust Company at 2053 Main Street Bridgeport and The American Bank and Trust Company at 859 865 Main Street Bridgeport list hours. The Fairfield Trust Co in Fairfield and The Stratford Trust Co in Stratford are noted with banking hours from 9 to 4 and Saturdays 9 to 12. The West Side Bank with authorized trust powers at 1418 State Street Bridgeport appears in the directory style listing alongside these institutions.
A fire and heavy smoke destroyed about 3000 smokes in the drying room at Ariine Wines. The blaze, traced to overheated equipment, damaged the room and caused permanent losses, with crews quickly containing the spread and preventing wider damage.
Donald Page served as best man at the Arlington wedding of Kathorie Wildes Suryer to Bernard Otis Gerigh. The ceremony occurred at the Church with University Club residents and local families present including in Brookline and Malden. The six groomsmen were former Dart College classmates.
Funeral services were held yesterday for George A Kelly at Wesunt with Veterans of Foreign Wars and American Legion posting volleys. The bodies were laid to rest, with Reverend Joseph A. officiating, at St Augustine’s and Tinien cemeteries. Survived by brothers James Conley and others, with infant Barbara Wilkes among the listed survivors. multiple names and places appear garbled in the report.
G. W. Fairchild and Sons Inc. advertises thorough clock and watch overhauls, claiming unmatched workmanship. Established 1865, located at 697 Main St Bridgeport, promising expert service from experienced craftsmen and continuing policy of careful repairs.
An old Rinso advertisement extols a new powdered soap for washing machines. It claims Rinso dissolves fully, produces light suds, and avoids rubbing, promising efficient machine operation and easier family laundry for women nationwide.
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