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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Dec 21, 1923
Page
3
Chronic coughs and persistent colds lead to lung trouble. Creo creosote emulsion is promoted as soothing and healing, with two fold action. It claims to heal inflamed membranes while destroying pathogens, with absorption into the bloodstream to treat throat and lung diseases. Money back if not relieved after following directions. Atlanta advertising copy.
Senator Lynn Joseph Frazier of North Dakota, newly seated in the 68th Congress, is 49 today. A former two term governor, he gained prominence through the Non-Partisan League and led North Dakota during bank failures and state policy reforms. He was born December 21, 1874, in Sleet County, Minnesota.
Superintendent of Streets Patrick H Fitzpatrick met yesterday with Patrick O'Brien who will succeed him on January 1. The talks covered the workings of the streets department and future plans under new leadership.
Hartford meeting prolonged by discovery of a discrepancy in the accounts of Samuel J. Marsh late clerk of the superior court Waterbury about 2400 dollars. Marsh died November 17 in his 60th year after 30 years as clerk. The shortfall extended over nearly 20 years and consisted of small items. Marsh left about 50000 dollars. state to be reimbursed for the amount. Marsh had many acquaintances across the state, especially in New Haven county.
The Police Commission requests a $1000 step up in the 1924-25 budget after approving last year’s $679,897.13 expenditure for 1923-24. The draft shows unspent balances carryover and only new item a patrol car plus emergency funds for six new officers. Commissioners reviewed four precinct stations and praised general dress and gear though some overcoats appeared shabby.
Nine nieces and nephews will be provided for from the estate of Lorna J. Wmis in this city. The estate valued at 6000 dollars was apportioned among Bertha Brawer Alice Rowell William Jennings Clinton George Louis and Henry Smith Nett Perry Phoee Jennings and others according to a probate court announcement.
Washington December 20 President Coolidge and Arlington Memorial Bridge Commission members visited the Corcoran art gallery to review plans for a possible bridge across the Potomac linking the Lincoln Memorial on the north bank with the Lee mansion on the south bank. After examining the design for what may be the world’s most beautiful bridge, Coolidge chaired a brief commission meeting.
New work indicates Christmas bonuses planned across major exchanges. Sydian $60,000 allocated to three principal exchanges for staff rewards. Thomas Hale of the New York Cotton Exchange distributed funds to 160 employees. NYSE officials have not announced totals, but about $80,000 is expected for the employee fund. New York Curb Market plans about 30,000 for its workers.
Adela J Nowman of Ithaca, a former Cornell star in football and rowing, is named assistant coach by John Moyle. Nowman played center for the football team in 1904 and 1906 and rows on the 1906 and 1907 crews, with the Athletes Association announcing the appointment.
Sister Jacura enprode thirst superintendent of St Vincent s Hospital and a member of the Sisters of Charity St Vincent de Paul died in Philadelphia Tuesday funeral services to be held today in this city Attending will be Jumes tor of St Augustine s church and others from the parish and hospital settings
Washington reports the air service division of the American Railway Association notes railroads loaded 913 774 cars with revenue freight in the week ended December 8. This is 78 478 more than the prior week and 4 600 higher than the same week a year ago.
A store promotes the Hoover as a time saving housework aid and offers in store or at home demonstrations by the Hoover man. Customers may arrange delivery or use a club payment plan to ease the down payment, with a noted call to Barnum 454. Main floor.
A catalog shows men’s bathrobes from 5 to 7.50 with options in corded collars and Lounging robes in flannel at 10, Oregon City Virgin wool robes at 20 to 22.50, bathrobe sets 7.50 to 43.50, wool house coats 5 to 15, silk coats 15, sport vests 5 to 7.50, sweaters 5 to 10, tuxedo vests 7.30 to 8.50. Cameras tempt as year round gifts with Brownies from 2 to 5, folding autographic Kodaks 6.50 to 27.50, albums 0.59 to 3.25. Fourth floor offers arctics for men 5, women 4.50, misses 11 to 2 4, children 3.50, and four buckle work arctics 4.50, plus zipper arctics 5.50.
Scalp treatments Shampuring facial massage Marcel waving Henna dying and manicuring services advertised. Transformations around the head in all shades except grey priced at 8.30 dollars. Putts and curls for dressing up bobbed hair 3.50 dollars. Children’s haircuts described with a playful scene featuring a hobby horse. Third floor front of shop Christmassy display.
A Maytag gyrophram washer is advertised as saving labor and wear on clothes by eliminating rubbing on a wash board. The ad claims 52 happy days a year from thoughtful gift, inviting readers to call Barnum 454 for a no obligation demonstration.
Paramount brand aluminum ware set with 3 pieces packed in a holiday package including a 6 cup coffee percolator a 2 quart double boiler and a 6 quart tea kettle offered as a Christmas gift package priced at 4.93 location on the fourth floor rear.
The notice advertises attractive oven glassware including Pyrex crystal and Fry's pearl. Pie plates priced 75c to $1.25, casseroles $1.50 to $2.50, pudding dishes 5c to $1.40, coffee percolators and tea pots listed with prices, promoting superior baking qualities for homemakers.
Practical gift idea from complete open stocks of American and English porcelain Nippon china and Haviland Limoges china. From open stock any desired size set may be selected and added to at any time. Let us help tailor a set to fit your ideas.
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