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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Aug 11, 1927

Page

8

Movie force in education former governor states

Carl E Milliken former governor of Maine told world educationists at the Biennial World Federation conference that motion pictures may film and distribute world life sympathetically. He cited the industry as a force in world education and noted its 50 000 theaters.

Movie Force IN Toronto Carl E Milliken Govenor Maine T $He World Federation of Fauction Association Antry World Federation To Film Sym Milliken Motion Picture Producers and Distributors of America G W Kerby Mount Royal College Calgary Alta Pacific Canada United States Germany Erich K Byle Prussia Hfe

McCoy's Tablets Promised To Help Thin People Gain Weight

Advertises McCoy's Tablets claiming to rapidly add pounds for thousands of underweight men and women. Promises 5 pound minimum gain within weeks with a money back guarantee after 60 cent boxes or 2 dollar boxes.

McCoy America

Kites and Boats Performed at Park Honors Awarded

Approximately 50 kites and 50 toy boats sailed in the annual park contests and boat exhibition sponsored by the Board of Recreation at Seastds park. Nearly all city playgrounds were represented as clear weather and higher lagoon water boosted performances. Blue, red and white ribbons went to first, second and third place in multiple classes. prizes recognized both home made and bought boats and kites with numerous names and playgrounds tied to the awards.

Seastds Park Board of Recreation Atne Earl Clark Washington Park F Grossman Seaside T Stoke Ernest Clark Washington Playground R Corbett Bryant Playground Charles Clark Alex Seaside Eduard Cuddy Lafayette R Corbett Bryant L 'Ayan John Anderson Willam Alex Seaside Bryant Watkins Seaside R Englebard Bryant H Ostraw Brant John Yanutick H Batley Bryant J File West End Lassins West Ena Sete J Ruffin EB Pollen Seaside Sally Bryant

Woman who gave home donates to museum

Mrs J M High donated her Peachtree Road mansion to the Atlanta A I association and now furnishes a room of antique furniture in memory of her daughter Elizabeth High Goodrum. The museum serves as a study and work center for many young artists of the South.

Atlanta Associated Press J M High Peachtree Road Atlanta A.I Association Elizabeth High Goodrum Fintes

Man Dies as Wife Screams at Bedside in Findlay

In Findlay on August 10, Thomas, a 74 year old farmer, was pronounced dead after a yearlong illness. His wife, 67, screamed when the physician spoke, and Thomas appeared to revive briefly before dying three hours later.

Courtney Delays Flight In Bad Weather

In Southampton Aug 16 AP reports Captain Frank T Courtney postpones his trans Atlantic flight in the flying boat Wrale as weather worsens with fog near Newfoundland and headwinds along the route. After lingering hopes of improvement, Courtney and two crew members retire to their homes awaiting better conditions.

Southampton Eng Frank T Courtney Wrale Courtney Newfoundland Mets R F Little F W Downer

Wales Uses Left Hand In Greeting On Westward Journey

The Prince of Wales, in Brandon, Canada, extended his left hand due to numerous handshakes, greeting about 250 Canadian Legion members and ex-servicemen as Premier Baldwin accompanied him and Prince George. The crowd gave an enthusiastic welcome with casual strolling and chats, no speeches.

Brandon Prince of Wales Canada Baldwin Great Britain Prince George Brandon Gain

Mount Dedicated as U S Shrine

President Coolidge dedicates a monumental memorial in the Black Hills honoring Washington Jefferson Lincoln and Roosevelt. He says the four presidents embody fundamental American principles and urges national support for the project as a symbol of the republic’s growth.

Coolidge Washington, Jefferson Keystone Associated Press Washington Jefferson Lincoln Rosevelt Black Hills South Dakota ag @ national Gu.von Borghim

Nineteen Tees at Seattle Meadow Country Club Feature Course

An AP report highlights a rare vintage nine tee layout at Seattle Meadow Country Club. The course features a scenic approach to the green with a striking roll, bunkers of varying difficulty, and sand pits surrounding the putting area.

New Britain Seattle Meadow

Wooney Emerald Oil Bunion Relief Promise

An advertisement touts Wooney Emerald Oil as fast relief for bunion pain and corns, claiming two ounce bottles, multiple nightly and morning applications, and rapid inflammation reduction. It appeals to sufferers with bold claims of near instant comfort and a money back guarantee.

Moon

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