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Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Dec 04, 1919

Page

6

Gets-It Corns Remedy Ad Claims Painless Peel

An advertisement touts Gets-It as a simple painless corn remover likened to peeling a banana skin. It claims millions have used it with guaranteed satisfaction and lists multiple drug stores and pharmacies distributing the product. The copy emphasizes ease, comfort, and a money-back guarantee.

Weill E. Lawrence T O Chienago I. Sola Bridgeport Ballard Prescription Hindle Drug Co Atlantic Kaesmann Pharmacy J. XN. McNamara De_ Vorken Ecenston Fickett's Jug Store Wr EL Wright Bwinnerton’s Presc James Hi. Walsh W. A. Runyon

Sloan's Tiniment ad promises fast relief for rheumatic pain

A vintage advertisement touts Sloan's Tiniment for aches and pains from rheumatic twinges to joints and back. It claims quick penetration without rubbing, no skin staining, and no pores clogging, urging readers to keep a bottle handy. Available in three sizes: 25 cents, 40 cents, or $1.40.

Sloan

How to Darken Gray Hair Ad from Frank Harbaugh

Cincinnati Ohio barber Frank Harbaugh offers a home formula to darken gray hair. Mix water bay rum Larva Compound glycerine and apply twice weekly for a desired shade. The ad claims the treatment softens hair and rejuvenates appearance without scalp irritation.

Frank Harbaugh Cincinnati Ohio Williake

Senate 13 Probes Trade Commission in Washington

The Senate ordered a wide scope inquiry into the federal trade commission and its employees amid radical propaganda charges. Hearings may start in January as a subcommittee chaired by Senator Watson is formed to investigate the commission and its meat packers inquiry.

Washington Igec Senate Gerald Watson Rerpublican Indiana Committee Cummins Interstate Commerce Committee Commission Staring Georgis

Employment Bureau Figures Decrease in November

During November the city Employment Service bureau saw lower figures than October. Attendance reached 724, down 325. new applicants 261, down 100. those sent out 270, down from 408. placed 186, down from 207. jobs open for service men 200, down from 828. The office was closed five days for Armistice and Thanksgiving.

Jimployment Service Bureau Manager Hire Nut

Eyebrow comment sparks trial in assault case

Judge Walsh charges jurors in George Magerdichian vs Mancogder Krikorian case for $2000 damages over alleged home assault. Trial over three days. Krikorian and wife accuse Magerdichian of improper conduct. Magerdichian countersues. A letter to Mrs Krikorian mentioning hair and eyebrows was read during proceedings.

Walsh Common Pleas ‘Court George Magerdichian Mancogder Krikorian Tavo Court

Buckingham approves compensation awards

Compensation Commissioner T. Buckingham yesterday approved several wage loss awards. Alex Colla of Basrick Co. will receive $7.20 weekly for a left index finger amputation until fit for work. Margaret Erier’s guardian Mrs. Frank White of Port Chester will get $5 weekly for a lacerated left finger until able to work. Meyer Corbin of Port Chester and Jesse Hoobheck of Greenwich claim a sprained ankle with benefits at $10.80 weekly until healing. Harry Milett of Stevenson, with Taheslee & Sons of New Laven, suffers a strained winment in bari Otab ar and will receive $9 weekly until able to work.

T. Puckingham Alex Colla Mainstreet Basrick Co Frank White Margaret Erier

Williams Elected Secretly at New York Institution Directors Meeting

George H Williams, formerly with the Tilney company of New York, was secretly elected secretary of the Enemus Tet ng Company of New York and of the American Bank and Trust Company at a meeting of the directors on a Wednesday afternoon, as part of the bank's industrial banking department plans.

George H. Wiliams American Tmnemetic Tilney Company of New York Enemus Tet Ng Company Oleetard Reeter Ai Oles American Bank Snd Trust Company Direetere Maa Institution Mer Ors Industrial Banking Department Hie Bans

Stevenson Lake Plant Nears Full Capacity

Watered Ry reports massive Stevenson Lake power plant at Cone nemencuk Light & Power in Stav ensen generating the bulk of the city’s electricity. One turbine tested at high speed, others in testing, with full operation promised as the 10 mile hydro complex nears completion on the Neusatelle river.

Nemencuk Light & Power Stavensen Turbin Egermition Sipea

Germans Refuse Peace Protocol Amid Debate in Germany

Germany has decided not to sign the peace protocol as a condition for implementing the peace treaty. Observers note a sharp shift in German sentiment following the US Senate's failure to ratify the treaty, with the government resisting Allied demands for indemnity and insisting on trials for German officers accused of crimes in France and Belgium.

Germany Talen Seiste Ie Senate Scapa Frow France Belgium Paris

Governors Discuss Coal Situation With Washington Invite Dea

Madison officials report Governor Halvoreb and others met Sunday to address the coal supply crisis. Riley said he would travel to Washington to present a formal communique to federal authorities. The governor planned to wait for Riley’s letter before replying to the telegram. Officials note Connecticut manufacturers largely report adequate coal on hand.

Halvoreb Madison Wis Riley Washington Traverner

Hearings Set on Eight Divorce Cases at Superior Court

Contested hearings appear unlikely as eight divorce actions are listed for the upcoming calendar before Judge D. H. Wells in the superior court. Cases include Felten Bauwon Jigersoll versus Miner Mmeergotl and Gero limin versus Lakosa Caponi, among others, with uncontested portions expected to be assigned for hearing tomorrow.

Diverta Superior Court D. HH Rose Anna Seltes Louise Walker Conklin Edgar A. Conklin Susie ML Puek Herman Prek

Father John's Medicine Promises Headache Free Cold Relief

For dangerous obstinate colds no injurious drugs. Do not wait for a cold to wear off as it harms the lungs. Neglected colds may lead to pneumonia. Father John’s Medicine offers prompt relief for colds and throat troubles. Guarantees and safety claims appear in this ad.

Father John

Exams For Census Enumerators In Second District

Applicants for census work under John T P Kemple will sit an exam Saturday at 10 in their designated school. The test covers census tasks to prepare applicants for field work, with sessions planned in Danbury Waterbury and Torrington at 9 a m. The district includes Stratford Fairfield and nearby towns as part of eligibility.

John TP. Kemple Danbury Waterbury Torrington Stratford Fairfield On&t

Dismembered Empire to Get Stock Units in Paris

Dee Thamuprenn cannell today decided to appoint a commission to allocate rolling stock among states formed from the Austro-Hungarian empire. Allied representatives in Bucharest reported that Romania outlined the difficulties it faces amid the cabinet crisis.

Paris Cannell Bucharest Roumania

Navy Owned Wireless Opened for Commerce

Washington Trent indicates Navy owned wireless stations in Pari Ae enast Tlawaii and the Philippines may be opened to private commerce. House Republican Representative White proposes restoring privately owned stations to private ownership and operation after wartime controls end.

Washington Trent Navy Pari- Ae Enast Tlawaii Phillippines World Tieuto Thorns Vrider Cn Bi Representativn White, Republican, Moire

Australasi an Wools Auction in Boston Report

Auction notice from Was Sahb phat detailing Australasian wools at Boston. Prices reportedly steady as shipments to market expected to rise. event under auspices of the Wool Department. Address at Stracibede ve with buffet lunch following remarks.

Wasliingyvon Dee Marae Boston Teriff Cans Additess Thes Morehien Ayvsnelation Tle Lay oGielffin Vo M. A. dAfter

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