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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Aug 18, 1922
Page
14
An advertisement urges Kellogg's Bran as a permanent relief for constipation through regular use. It claims benefits include improved health, brain and nerve vitality, and stronger growth for children, with cooking and serving suggestions and a call to purchase Kellogg's Bran at grocery stores.
A vintage advertisement proclaims Sweet Dreams as a four double strength mosquito remedy sold by local druggists in 27 countries. It claims high efficacy, urging readers to try the product, including mentions of Hindle and Leverty drug stores as distributors.
Milford officials urge a 5000 appropriation to fund Simon Lake inspired harbor reclamation and park expansion plans. Major Peterson and assistant engineer Crowley inspected Milford Harbor for a public park project involving bulkhead, sod embankment, and dredging bids.
Aug 14 London reports a palace in Westminster opened by the King housing a state of the art ventilation system. Each council member can control his own air, with a personal heat button and 40 tons of air circulated hourly. The system uses pine ducts, large fans, water spray, and brass controls to maintain steady temperatures and instantly reflect outside changes.
The harbor reports abundant snapper bluefish with young season just starting. Dozens of anglers fish near the outer harbor and breakwater. bamboo poles with shiners common. A local post office delegation from Peytonnock plans a trip to Southport tonight. attendees include George W. O'Shea, John Gainey, Eugene Kelly, Hanry Tish, William Kearns, and William Solan.
Auto owned by Edward Sparse Jr at 1285 Noble Ave reported stolen. A sensational claim describes a 1901 Plant System train speeding from Vieming to Jacksonville, Florida, covering five miles in two minutes 30 seconds, cited as era speed for comparison.
Workers on the Long Island Railroad opened a box car in railroad yards and found a dead circus lion. The animal had apparently roared yesterday and heat in the car was blamed for its death.
One hundred four cats, 32 dogs, a rabbit, a chicken and a poet have perished in Bridgeport streets over six months. Violent deaths last day include four cats and a rat. Health officials blame vacationers for pet starvation and other causes. Animals are collected and taken to the municipal reduction plant after the sanitation division notes the cases.
An auto driven by Mrs Toyce T Adams of 80 Brookview avenue overturned at Parke and North avenues after a collision with another car driven by William M Bennett of 181 Morehouse Street. Passengers included Mrs Chan and Myra Adams both treated at Dr H W Fleck’s office. Antonia Cupeno on House avenue was shaken as another collision occurred with Milton of Post Road. a bicycle suffered extensive damage.
An active fund drive begins in Milford to build an additional hospital. Judge Omar W. Plath is named chairman of the executive committee and Willan Bisse is appointed campaign treasurer. A strategic committee at the judge’s home will plan the drive over the next four months.
A female driver lost control of a car near 1412 State Street and crashed into the 7 Engine Building on Bostwick Avenue last night. Police say she showed signs of being intoxicated and necessary to detain her. Her vehicle sustained minor damage and traffic restrictions were in place on 159th Street.
An advertisement extols Sylpho-Nathol for tired feet and daily household use. It claims quick relief for Herbert's foot pain, plus antiseptic cleaning for water, drains, bathroom and toilet areas. The piece highlights strength versus carbolic acid and lists four package sizes with prices.
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