Stepney Schools Undergo Redecoration Ahead of Term
The town plans repainting and sanitation work across seven schools in Stepney in preparation for the September 3 opening. Local crews led by Craft and iron workers address mid and west town sections while voters head to the town hall Friday from 2 to 4. The Red Cross meets Wednesday at the station with Mrs. Chester Tyre well present.
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Stepney
Tha Tay
Saa Town
Osborn
Aid Farm
Bridgeport
Wilson
The
Red Cross
Chester Tyrewell
Eugene Peck
BH. Thomas
New Milford
France
Misa Marjorie Connor
Harry Conners
Marie D. Curtis
Emily Deavenworth
New York City
Gertrude Craft
Norwalk
Inez Edwards
George H. Clingan
New Haven
Arthur J. ‘Hull
Harry Wakeman
New ‘Haven
Wesley Skinner
John H. Hinckley
Indigestion Relief Promoted By Bisurated Magnesia
An advertisement-like piece explains stomach indigestion and acid excess. It promotes Bisurated Magnesia as a safe remedy after meals, claims quick relief from gas wind and bloating, and urges purchasing from Liggetts and Riker drug stores. The tone is promotional with medical advice on neutralizing stomach acids.
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Ligzetts
Riker
Dont Let Soap Spoil Your Hairs
An old advertisement advises using pure and greaseless coconut oil as a shampoo alternative. It claims most soaps are alkaline and dry the scalp, while coconut oil cleanses, refreshes, and helps prevent dandruff. It suggests a small amount at a drag store price to last months for a family.
Quick Fix for Wrinkles and Fresh Look After Long Day
An ad blends product claims with advice to look refreshed after fatigue. It suggests using witch hazel facial care and powder to firm muscles, brighten skin, and reduce wrinkles, presenting a ready solution for social events after indoor labor. The piece markets a beauty product as the key to a younger appearance.
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Wwe
A Health Builder For Weakened Lungs
Product note for a health supplement marketed to aid weakened lungs. Mentions a “ROKMAN LABORATORY” in Philadelphia and lists options including 41s 7 wal, NEO TA B0e, and S120 bottles. Source text is garbled with misspellings and unclear claims.
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Chenerst
Fromm
Rokman Laboratory
Philadephis
Burglars Sought After Hinkle Mansion Robbery
Bridgeport police hunt burglars who broke into E B Hinkle Greens Farms summer home stealing jewelry valued at 3000 dollars and 400 in cash. The break in occurred early Sunday through a side window while the sleeping occupants were present. Police report no arrests despite extensive efforts.
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Bridgeport
E. B. Hinkle
United States Steel Corporation
Greens Farms
Mr. Hinkle
Stratford State Guards To Serve with Gorgas
Stratford August 5 Special New equipment is to be furnished the members of Company L State Guard this fall when drilling restarts. Vacancies for noncommissioned officers will be filled by a school led by company officers, promising improved soldiering even if not chosen. Also notes warrant deeds and a suffrage meeting details plus local sports and naval personnel updates.
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Stratford
State Guard
F. S. Beardsley
John Zitney
Starr Heights
Bridgeport
Mike Laksa
Hortense Street
J. IF. Kennedy
Marin
Kepp
Huntington Avenue
Butscher Line
Ross
J& Zagorusko
Boston Avenue Park
Joseph Munson
Chris Jacobsen
Thomson Street
J. WH. Plumb
Mary M. Desmond
Riverview Place
N. J. Reed
Stratofrd Realty Co
Reed Street
Louis Sorchioti
Maria Sorchiot
G. E. Wood
Vit Zadho
Home Terrace
D. C
Edith Hastings
Elm Street
Miss Jones
Rosa Lovell
East Broadway
Ryan and Smith
Hrivnak
Alitens
Stratford Bay Scouts
Packard Hall
Thomas ‘Taylor
Columbia College
New York City
C._A
Warwick Avenue
Ralph O’brien
Rockwell Avenue
Wil
Basil Merrill
Aviation Corps
Haymond Dart
Artillery
Ansel Culver
Navy
Groad Street
Robert Wheeler
Transport Service
Lewis Spencer
I. Iiggs Barnum
Henry Cables
Navy Transport Service
Jk. Af. Roberts
Enat
Main Street
U S Employment Bureau Reports Jobs Provided
Washington reports 3,861,832 persons found employment through the labor department service by August 40. Village offices aided 221,322 workers, marking a high total across a seven month span with ongoing campaigns to expand job placements and organize agencies.
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Washington
Women of Wilton To Prepare More Jam for Soldiers
In Wilton on August 5, a sparse turnout greeted Mrs O Havemeyer as she urged boosting jam sent to Allied troops. Fairfield county led in the drive, with plans to double last year’s output of 1,000 pounds of sugar allocated to Mrs Schenck for distribution as a community jam effort.
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Wilton
Helen A. Hays
Meayer
Havemeyer
Connecticut Farm Bureau
Neveny Farm
South Street
New Canaan
Jennings
Pee Maxwell
LeGrande Grumman
Grumman Hill
Duniffero Released on Bond After Church Street Shooting
James T Duniffern, held on a pistol assault charge after a brawl on Church Street, was released from county jail under $500 bond. He was brought to the clerk of the superior court where bail was posted. Authorities say the trouble arose from a dispute over a private matter and a shot was fired. A loaded revolver was then found at the Second Precinct station. He awaits transfer to the criminal superior court for the assault with intent to kill charge.
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James T Duniffern
Church Street
Sue Nerlor Coum
Tony Albano
Chupeh Street
Dunlifer
Charles Dellano
GA Heilly Streat
DePiano
Santender
Asgauult
Pleasurable Matinee Steamer Excursions Promote Hosting
Plan ahead for guests with a Bridgeport to Port Jefferson matinee excursion on the Park City. The daily 1:30 p.m. sail offers refreshing, impersonal trips ideal for entertaining guests this season, and children are welcome on these outings, leaving lasting memories of visits.
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Park City
Bridgeport
Port Jefferson
Long Island
Boarding House Keeper Robbed in Pocketbook Game
Mrs Mary Jones of 42 Highland Avenue reported a robbery by two colored men who stole 170 dollars from her while she discussed a room. One man distracted her as the other grabbed the pocketbook from the sidewalk and they fled before police patrols.
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Mary Jones
Highland Avenue
Slackers Drive Among Young Men Commences
New York officials report a so called slackers drive in the Hurriaga license bureau as nearly 200 couples receive certificates allowing marriage. Most men are 18 to 21. A woman claimed she was defrauded of 170 dollars after advancing money to show faith in the scheme.
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New York
Hiurriaga
Two Naval Reservists Die in Foreign Waters
Washington Aug 5 Two naval reserve fatalities were announced by the Navy department. Philip Riznick seaman Troxbury Massachusetts attached to a naval base in foreign service was killed August 3 by locomotives wind Wedworth West MacAlister chief yeoman Mit toneague Massachusetts died at Whitinsville Massachusetts August 1 from the effects of a fall.
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Washington
Naval Reserve Force
Navy Department
Philip Riznick
Troxbury
Mass
Wind Wedworth West
Louisiana to Act on Prohibition Amendment
Louisiana's assembly met in an extraordinary session to consider ratification of the national prohibition amendment. A Senate resolution to probe ratification will be introduced tomorrow with expectations of a very close vote.
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Baton Rouge
Louisiana
Assembly
Senate
How to Grow Fat A Lazy Stomach the Cause of Thinness
Digestive health guidance outlines absorption issues and remedies. It discusses stomach function, potential links to weight, and strategies claimed to aid digestion and appetite. The text mentions toning the stomach, stimulating appetite, and dietary adjustments as pathways to relief.
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Sony
Heaved
Roel
Weele
Mivona
Tigikltr
Counterfeit Furniture Dealer Charged in Florida
A local Florida dealer faces charges after police say he offered and sold counterfeit furniture to multiple customers. Investigations identified mislabeling of goods and inflated prices, prompting a raid and seizure of inventory.
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Millionare Greens Farms
Stratford State Guards
Gorgas
Sutton Ave
Stratferi
Gnu Iity
U. S. Employment Bureau
H. O. Havemeyer
Grumman
Libary
Library
Civic League
E. Boyd-Smith
Minior Red Cross
Junior Red Cross
Duniffero
Liberty
America
Troco
Troco Nut Butter Company
Milwaukee, Wis
P. Berry & Sons, Inc
Windsor Street
Conn
Coun FL. Fay Furniture Daadler
Copier Fabeloo
Odabbee Mane
Feo Vertoc
Harnom
Frank J. Ostrofsky
Pembroke St
Cor. Hamilton
East Main St
Cor. Jane
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