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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Aug 26, 1918

Page

4

Finances Contrast To 1812 Events and Loans under Par

Washington recounts the War of 1812 finance, noting Gallatin's shift toward internal taxation, early treasury notes, and multiple war loans totaling 83.8 million dollars. It explains revenue sources, regional loan uptake, and the limited role of internal taxes in financing the war while detailing later debt funding and note redemption.

Washington United States Gallatin England Alexander Hamilton Congress United States Bank Treasury Madison George W. Campbell Tennessee Campbell Alexander J. Dallas Pennsylvania New England States New York State Philadelphia City of Baltimore District of Columbia

German Divisions Hit Heavily in Big Defeat

British front in France reports forty two German divisions heavily damaged in a main drive with about 40,000 soldiers lost and hundreds of officers captured. Austrian artillery pieces and gunners captured on the western front corroborate Austro-Hungarian support. Betty Compson slated for leading role opposite George Larkin in The Well-Trained Man.

Franch Betty Compson George Larkin

The Youngest Butcher in the World at Luna Park

A girl named Mary Elizabeth Heppe works a Coney Island market counter selling steaks chops and roasts in a candy variety fashion she handles cash and tends the register while the nation calls for conserving food and supporting democracy through church readings and appeals to a younger generation.

Mary Elizabeth Heppe International Film Service Luna Park Coney Island Jalady

Meaning of tonics and health guidance from Dr Currier

Dr Currier explains tonics are not alcohol mixtures and defines tonics as substances improving organ function. He notes pure air as a natural tonic and discusses when tonics may help or not, with medical Q A responses on conjunctivitis and safety around heights. He also describes Sweden’s tonnage release and a Catholic bishop’s wartime food conservation appeal.

Currier Roman Catholica of Bridgeport John J. Nilan U. S&s. Food Administration Food Administration France Germany John G. Murray Father Murray Nilan Europe America United States Food Administration Myr Tinover Buran Ameren

Fine Hose for Men and Low-Price Furnishings

The ad promotes men s wear and work shirts with attached collars and cuffs and silk lisle hose priced at 35 to 50 cents. It stresses low cash prices, affordability for workingmen, and invites customers to compare and buy now before prices rise. It positions the shop as understanding workers needs and promises durable, affordable apparel for daily wear.

Balbriggan Union Suits Available at $1.25

Balbriggan union suits offered at $1.25 each. They are described as well woven and well made. A supply of these union suits is advised for buyers.

Balbriggan Union

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