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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Aug 26, 1926
Page
3
An advertisement touts Zemo as a near universal remedy for skin itching and rashes. It claims rapid relief and healing, noting soft skin and clear results with frequent disappearance of blemishes. The copy reads like a medicinal pitch and includes a price for a large bottle.
A scrambled OCR report describes Abd El-biim and others plotting revolt on a tiny Indian Ocean isle. Government clerks, rebels, and foreign forces clash as attempts to quell the uprising unfold amid scattered names and unclear details.
Akron August 23 The county commissioners reopened action against Goodyear Tire and Rubber Co alleging violation of state law. County Prosecutor Gy Wale Fo claims the suit seeks private interests and requests the filing of shares valued at less than a dollar, arguing improper motives and private affairs involvement.
Aug 1978 Long Lake Noy reports Mrs Calvin Coolidge wife of the President sent $100 to a small Methodist Episcopal church in Hanviet after a request from a church member. The gift included a White House photograph taken by Mrs Coolidge herself.
State Comptroller reports savings of over 48 thousand dollars by implementing a new system to accelerate bill payments and secure cash discounts. Auditor notes extensive checks found underutilized discounts across departments and institutions, with efforts to standardize prompt payment and boost efficiency.
A garbled report notes film fans gathering to honor Valentino at a New York venue. Mentions deaths, memorials, and contributions from locals, with references to Carl Hoonanaugh and Meh arte parlors, though details are unclear.
Aug 25 AP report says Spencer Roteena of Providence was named United States state commissioner at San Hegm Chile. The appointment comes as Providence officials confirm the selection for the post amid diplomatic exchanges and regional duties.
Delegates debated party strategy as Ohio Republicans rallied behind William Lis and others while Democrats push to preserve the existing nominating system. The meeting outlined planks on constitutional amendments and party unity ahead of November elections.
The article reports Jean Acker weeping at Valentino's bier during his funeral service in New York. She arrives with a man, views the body alone, and tears stream down her face as she stands by the casket. Attendees include Irene Neamar and Dolly Toth, with others fainting in the crowd. Acker recalls lifelong love for Valentino and denies rumors of contentious relations.
Union leaders urge the British government to ban non union workers in response to labor tensions. The appeal accuses government officials and employers of pressuring unions while calling for a fair policy to protect organized labor practices and job security for union members.
Mussolini plans a large parade with a North Pole flight led by General Nobile as part of Columbus Day events in Genoa and Mare. The ceremony features a unveiled memorial tablet and draws on Marco Polo’s ties to the region.
Advertises affordable kids umbrellas in navy and garnet with cute handles for $1, plus nursery rhyme models with short handles at $1.50. Unde Wiegly school use umbrellas offer practical black covers and cracked handles for boys and stubby handles for girls at $1.50.
Glove promotion targets girls with a chamoisette pair featuring embroidered backs and contrast cuts priced at one dollar as frosty days set in.
A catalog note lists children’s handkerchiefs in cotton with woven stripes or plum white for 10c, plain white linen at 25c, and solid color cotton with colored figures in corners or white with figures at 12c for sale in a school setting.
Readable fragments describe various stockings for boys and girls in cotton and mercerised blends. Listings include lengths from knee to full, colors such as black brown grey and camel, and prices from 25 to 75 cents.
Store reports steady demand for raincoats priced at three dollars. A full range of sizes and colors now available in the Special raincoats line as shelves finally catch up with buyer interest.
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