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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Aug 13, 1923
Page
3
New York reports forty two value sets for Remap body items under a material industrial conference board statement. Values vary by state from one thousand dollars for a hand in Wyoming to six thousand ninety dollars for a thumb in Oregon.
London reports a claimed instrument named Taventor from France that reduces wireless jamming and interference and cuts message costs by about one third by receiving and printing messages. The description is partial and cryptic, but the device is presented as a significant advance in wireless communication.
A street disturbance case led to multiple arrests and fines after a resumed trade dispute erupted in public. Officials reported detentions followed by monetary penalties, with no further injuries recorded.
London commentary by Sir Grigg argues England must remain in Egypt guarding the Suez Canal. He asserts withdrawal would destabilize the region and threaten security, urging continued British influence and a strong naval posture to deter hostile powers.
Miss Elsie F Hall of Park Avenue Extension won the Zain Adwriting contest last week, securing the weekly $50 prize after a prior win. She has connections to Bridgeport and Fairfield, once taught in Fairfield, and now raises chicks on her farm.
Contest rules from 1923 urge contestants to write ads aboutBridgeport advertisers. no subscription or payment required, share ideas briefly, wrap ads in one envelope, prizes for ideas not fancy writing. all ads become property of advertisers, committee judges select winners weekly.
The advertisers announce special prizes for the best ads written about the articles themed yes and the entries will be judged by regular judges.
A fragmented weeks promotion lists multiple brand and product entries for best ad writing. It mentions Hatchey Union Suits, Hatchway Huet, silk hose, car, Kum A Part caft links, milk brands, Phrosto, Alitehall’s Milk, Mather’s Bread, and others with monthly or daily purchase incentives. The wording is garbled but centers on an advertisement writing contest with various prizes.
A jumble of businesses listed under Auto Accessories, parts, and related goods in Barnum area. Names include The Artur L. Clack Co, Quaker Cord Tires, A. Le Echavoir Co, Manlici's Baby Shop, The Fixational Bank, Look for the Red sign ad, Spector's Inc, and Jeno Kewn & Co among others. Addresses feature Main Street and nearby avenues. Entries suggest a local merchant contest or promotional event for Buick automobiles.
The Credit Clearing House reports a seasonal July drop in purchasing across regions, with July purchases below 1922 and 1921 levels. The second week hit a low, then rose over the next three weeks, signaling an approaching peak in August. Prompt payments stayed strong over the last four months while regional patterns varied.
Missing James Francis of New York was found wandering near the Lemke farm on Chestnut Hill road about a mile from the amusement park. He suffered a severe burn on his right side from the knee to the shoulder with shock and exposure and was admitted to St. Marys hospital. his exact condition to be updated tomorrow.
A Lexington man faces a secret indictment charging him with buying and selling slurs and securities through a scheme that allegedly netted about 100000 dollars for an entity identified as a bank. The report notes federal authorities are pursuing the case.
An aged murderer was moved to the Crailly jail to await trial for murder on August 15. The 1-year-old wife of Theyrgir old Stupnen Pet fark ot 142 Mine sheer was fatally attacked with a hatchet. She died at St. Vincent's hospital. Sheriff detage 6 orders Wednesday marpine. The couple had been married.
Fragmented ad list shows floor coverings, pearls, watches, suits, Griffon plath ing, Schwartz clothing, Quaker Tiras, Kyanex ties, and home savings items. Text hints at businesses Spector's Pett Buffet server and Conlin & On, with assorted prices from 20 to 500 dollars.
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