Some People Save Money and Others Have a Daughter
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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Aug 31, 1921
Page
2
Slick dental work prompts disbelief at Milford clinic
An elderly Milford patient, missing gas for a tooth extraction, jumped up shouting it didn’t hurt. He verified the result by feeling his mouth, while the staff urged others to try their painless technique and warned to leave if any pain occurs.
Jitneurs Refused U S injunction
The court rules that the injunction request is an arbitrary action by Commission personnel. Due process is provided through a Superior Court appeal to review licensing decisions. The motion is denied as the action does not violate the Federal Constitution. Dated August 27, 1921.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Connecticut
Martin F
Robin Temperamental Bird Feigns Appetite For Baby Food
A robin kept by Mr. and Mrs. Tosepa Sterner is described as temperamental and hungry for unusual fare. After an injury and nursing, Mrs. Sterner fed it bread and milk daily. The bird now prefers baby food and returns for feeds, even as it appears lively again. A nearby neighbor reports an odd incident where the bird jumped onto her shoulder and spoke in a rabbin tongue seeking a lady reason.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tosepa Sterner
Fortune Flies Into Canadian Man's Yard
G Bissonetti of St Teri Iden, Canada, began with a soap box hive after a swarm settled in his yard six years ago. From that start he built seventy six colonies descended from the swarm. Last year he sold two tons of honey at thirty cents a pound, totaling 1,409 dollars. Fortunes like this, he says, began in his front yard.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wisnipeg
Sept. S
G. Bissonetti
St. Teri
Iden
Bisonette
Bissonetti
Portune
Bigconette
New Mexico Law Bars Baseball and Prize Games
The Legislature of New Mexico passed a law barring baseball played for penchants or prizes and extending prohibition to all games offering a prize for the winner. The act targets prize contests and similar competitive play across sports and games.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Legislanre
New Mexico
US Marshal Sells Whiskey Running Automobiles
US Marshal auctions seized whiskey running automonies and 19 cars in New Haven. Only 4 cars were in good condition as most items carried heavy liens and bond issues tied up others amid appeals.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New Haven
Aug. W
United States
US. S. Marshall
Biddine
Honor Body of Man Who Took Bergdoll’s Place
The body of Private Russell Gross, who stepped into Grover Bergdoll’s place when the draft dodger fled to avoid service, was brought home to Philadelphia. A large delegation of relatives and friends met the fire-draped casket to honor the man who died in France after nine trips over the top. Funeral services will be held at Gross’s parents’ home, with burial in full military honors.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Philadelphia
Russell Gross
Grover C. Bergdoll
Avild
France
Gross
Why Weakened Nerves and Thin Watery Blood Elixirs Claim Cure
An ad pitches Nix-Tron nerve tonic as a cure for weak nerves and pale watery blood. It claims overwork worry and nervous strain exhaust nerve force, causing feebleness and illness, and promises rapid restoration of nerve power and blood vitality with the product sold by druggists.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Heath Elias
Rimn
Iran
Ridgefield Man Named Prohibition Inspector
Danbury August 30 State Director of Prohibition Mackenzie announces from Morford the selection of Fortis Bollas of Ridgefield as a 12 member staff inspector team. Bollas formerly served twenty two years as a sergeant in the New York Police Department.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Danbury
Mackenzie
Bethel
Mortford
Ft. Bollas
Ridgefield
St. Bollas
New York Police Department
Fishing Interests Clash Over Tariff in New York
Atlantic coast fishing interests led by George E. Wiley of Boston argued against high duties, saying they would raise living costs for the poor and harm consumption of fish. Mrs. Jennie D. Heth of New York, president of the National Housewives League, supported the view that tariffs burden consumers and may reduce demand for seafood.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
George E. Willey
Boston
Jennie D. Heth
Che
Republicans Hold a Secret County Meeting
About 250 Republicans gathered in the County Court House under Commissioner Frank H. Brilard. Atttorney Abe Geduldig and ex-Senator Jean O Connell attended. The purpose was not disclosed but described as preprimary discussion on several topics.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frank HE. Brilard
Abe Geduldig
Jean O'Connell
Ballartyrould
Silhouette Dictates Style In Historic Fashion Note
A curiously phrased fashion note extols the silhouette as supreme in clothing. It discusses material quality, value, and social expectations, noting elegance through bouffant lines while avoiding excess, in a bygone era of dress.
Money Craze His Undoing
Portrait of John Worthington, a 61 year old banker and promoter once claiming $15 million from 140 ventures, jailed in McHenry County after federals accuse him of masterminding a nationwide swindling ring. In his first interview he denies graft and laments money’s perils while predicting release soon if spared.
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Roy Gmbons
Jonn W. Worthington
Chicaxza
Este d
Worthington
McHenry County
Elice
Wwreer Ventures
Midas
Worthington Caims
Cent a Gallon Gas Tax Goes In Effect Tomorrow
State law increases gasoline price to 28 cents per gallon for drivers. wholesalers collect tax, retailers add 1 cent state tax to base price of 27 cents. Tax revenue funds state care programs, with debates on cross-border effects and exemptions for certain boats and manufacturing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bridgeport
Enacline
Wiho
Motor Best
Wife Missing Husband Probes Real Detective
Towger of 8 year lane street asked police to aid locate wife and six year old son who disappeared on August 4. He provided a large sample of dark brown hair and a cloth sample from the dress she wore, and is believed to be in his forties with railroad ties on the city he left home.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. A. Towger
Towser
Wilte
Alda
Bridgeport Men Held in Detroit Custody
Two Bridgeport residents were detained in Detroit amid unclear charges. The battered text indicates officers reported the case as a police custody matter with investigators handling next steps. Further details are not legible in the fragment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Detroit
Brilliant Colors in Vogue Tressmaking Establishment
A scrambled fashion note describes winter silhouettes with two shapes, long slender and short side, predicting longer workmanlike hairstyles. Spanish flame Mirenee colors appear in banks and skirts, with fuchsia hues dominating silks and satins. White goffer fabrics and classical bodices trend, emphasizing light wisps and refined gowns.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fuechsia
Frock Styles Shift Toward Somber Winter Silhouettes
In a fashion note the silhouette leans toward conservative evening wear with neels and skirts becoming straighter as street and afternoon outfits move toward understated tones. Paris styles spark anticipation for mid September, while Anne's dramatic aspirations fade amid quieter plans.
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Paris
Anne
Weak Kidneys and Bladder Made Strong
Advertisement claims strong kidneys and bladder by Dr Carey's medicine. Warns of dangers of kidney and bladder problems and offers a drugstore purchase with a money back guarantee if not benefited.
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Sidneys
Studder
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