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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Dec 07, 1921
Page
5
Fines totaling $2,150 were imposed in six gambling cases during December. Sentences included suspended terms and fines ranging from $300 to $600, with some defendants facing short jail time. The courtroom proceedings were described by a local officer as enforcement actions tied to long-standing suspicions.
The Civil Service Board reports scarce applicants for multiple postings including Teacher, Mian service, Dietician, Public Health service, Junior Aide and Laboratory Apprentice, Bureau of Standards, Hymographic and Draughtsman roles at Coast and Geodetic Survey. Applications for examinations are accepted from Secretary Paul at the regional post office window.
At the regular Stratfield meeting of the Rotars Club last night two new members were inducted. S. Bushnell of the Bissell Varnish Company and Harver C. Went, physical disaster of public schools, were nominated and welcomed into the organization.
Advert resembles a weight loss promotion touting a ketone or dietary aid. Claims promise rapid fat reduction, firmer skin, lighter feeling, and longer happier life. Offers box with a money refund guarantee and brochure, targeting readers with testimonials and a New York address.
Bakers adjust to a 76 new weight standard under a state sealer of weights. The new law standardizes loaf weights and per loaf pricing, with enforcement to ensure weights are printed on packages. Housewives may benefit from clearer labeling and consistent measures across bakers. The Department of Weights and Measures oversees compliance.
Cheerful ad promotes Postum as a pure cereal drink from nature’s grains. It invites readers to try the beverage, promising no taste sacrifice and easy ordering through grocers or hotels. The message centers on self care and wellbeing with a friendly tone.
A jumble of fraternal notices lists meetings for various orders including Maccabees, Knights of the Mace, and a lodge at 1094 Broad Street. It notes officers to be installed, an entertainment program with instrumental music, and a guest speaker from the state train er. Attendance and timing are scheduled for tonight at the Broad Street venue.
Marines guard mail trains in the western area amid debates in dep circles. Reports say posts are enforcing security as the army deters theft and delays, with duties centered on protecting the transit of mail and the safety of personnel.
A late forenoon collision near Deep River killed two people, Haynolds and Minar, as a New Haven and Gariford line train struck a car at a crossing. Minar, a Civil War veteran, left a widow and two children. Haynolds was 1 year old. Engineer Char Strahia and conductor Norris faced inquiry by Middletown authorities.
Fragmentary OCR describes South American drainage features from the Orinoco delta to the Rio de la Plata estuary with mentions of the Amazon and a northern Brazil peninsula. It notes watersheds and diverging river paths near Himerzido as upper Orinoco waters move in different directions.
The Industrial body of the state will meet at Stratford with J. Frinde as speaker. Connecticut officials and vocational leaders will discuss trade and new methods, a questionnaire, bus schedules, sanitary codes, and the exchange of bulletins. The meeting will cover plant installations, the coming campaign in peace in women in industry, and related topics.
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