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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Apr 25, 1922
Page
7
Residents flock to a city garden display as tulips bloom, signaling a seasonal revival. Sunlight and warm air revived spirits while the large centerpiece and East green tulips drew steady crowds amid lingering chill.
A medical ad proclaims Natureopathy founder will astonish crowds with free Monday April 23 demonstration at Main Street Bridgeport Park Theatre. It cites cured cases of deafness pain rheumatism and mobility loss with rapid neck relief and arm use, urging attendance to see remarkable testimonials and a longer run of shows.
Odd promotional notice touts products for skin cure including Reptadned and Zemo claiming to remove pimples and “skin troubles.” Mentions antiseptic liquid and a “large bottle” price but text is garbled with misspellings and unclear legitimacy. Contains medical claim language with no verifiable evidence.
Washington April 14 The Mouse provision in the April Army supply bill providing 428,815 561 for river and harbor maintenance and development next year was approved today by a Senate Appropriations Committee subcommittee. The subcommittee restored the budget item for continued Mississippi river barge line operations and accepted requests from department officials and engineers.
In New York a weary Joffre received freedom of the city from Mayor Hylen in a crowd of dignitaries and veterans at Penn Station. He ignored pomp, retreating to rest before three days of festivities. He arrived aboard Daniel Willard’s private car to a welcoming parade of officers, Legionnaires, and residents shouting Vive Joffre and Vive La France.
United Spies Senator Frelingshuyn announced his candidacy for re election at a Hudson County Republican dinner. He will again seek the Senate seat, per the report from April 24.
A crowded bill highlights Margaret Young in a vaudeville show with sister Eleanor on tour. The act Bumperlee Bumps by Louise and partner, plus a Gray Review of four juveniles, offer lively song and dance. Pearl White as The Virgin Paradise and other acts fill the program with lively performances and strong stage presence.
Rochester scientist Karker at the University discusses private radio in April remarks. He cites early work on guiding shore waves and beams with large reflectors, noting directional antennas and potential energy efficiency.
Duncan, director at Radio Mistrtus of Ameren, discusses static as the bugbear of wireless transmission. He explains atmospheric water vapor, cloud formation, lightning, and how electrical charges interact, warning of ongoing interference and promising further explanation tomorrow.
Review notes lively Empire Theatre bill with The Three Musketeers as the main feature plus Stunt sequences and Vale comedic acts. Palmer Bros and Elaine Hammerstein awarded top attraction, with Mark Twain humor and other vaudeville turns highlighted for a strong weekly program.
A reader explains the unit of radio circuit capacity the farad. The practical unit is the microfarad, one millionth part of a farad, used to measure radio and electrical circuit capacitance.
Meriden April 24 The New Haven Conference assigns pastors for the coming year after reports and routine business. Changes list ministers and churches including East Berlin Essex North Canton North Haven and Meriden with several replacements and vacancies noted in the ongoing pastorate reassignment.
April janti nn is report that Lew Brody failed to revive after a knockout blow in a Brooklyn boxing match. He toppled after a right hook, struck his head, and was taken to hospital where his condition was described as serious. Opponent Kanjo Pugher delivered the decisive punch as the referee counted out the knockdown.
Reports indicate Justice Gager remains unconscious following a serious assault. Authorities say he was attacked and transported to a hospital for treatment as investigators review the incident.
A minstrel show and dance war was held at Masonle Immpis by Bridgeport with Jodge Order of Aro Aranth assisting. More than 43 people were cast including Artour Zeidler Clarende Gar Dav Louis Ongker and Vrank i Raymond. Spioits included Miss A De welffe, fies, FI heed, Arthur Zeidler, Joe Seepa Hatner, George Pasakerly and sOlLié Oneker.
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