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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Feb 01, 1918
Page
18
A fragment notes that female car conductors have appeared in New York wearing blue coats and caps like the men, blending with the male dress style of railway staff.
In a recent statement by top medical authorities, the value of key ingredients is highlighted. The council stresses careful use and verification of sources in medical formulations and consumer products.
An advertisement touts Father John's Medicine as alcohol and drug free and claims endorsement by eminent medical authorities worldwide. It asserts benefits for wasting diseases colds and related illnesses, promises to reveal ingredient lists and authorities upon request, and warns against neglecting colds leading to pneumonia.
An old advertisement claims Ely's Cream Balm clears catarrh and stuffed noses fast. It promises instant relief as the antiseptic cream soothes swollen mucous membranes and opens air passages. The copy urges readers to ask their druggist for an email bottle.
An old newspaper ad touts Dr Edwards Olive Tablets as a gentle bowel and liver stimulant that purifies the system and cures bad breath. The copy promises relief without calomel’s aftereffects, noting a two vegetable formula with olive oil and a 25 cent price per box.
A large Ridgefield Congregational church tribute honored Private William J. Cumming Ambulance Company 102nd USA who died in France about a month earlier. Rev J M Deyo spoke of duty over glory and urged carrying on for liberty, service, and Christian virtues as his final message: Carry On. The service framed his death as a summons to greater service and praised the nation’s flag as a symbol of loyalty and sacrifice.
Washington reports seven months of treasury data show actual outlays far under June estimates. Ordinary war expenses run about 3.15 billion, while yearly estimates were 12.316 billion, and allied loan commitments compare at 4.141 billion of an over six billion projection.
Amsterdam, Jan 31. Berlin officials say they do not refuse to treat with labor leaders about strikes. Government argues a major political issue cannot be negotiated with workers or strikers. Dec 19 Tm Mish Riksdig held a secret session to discuss meetings among Scandinavian sovereigns in Christiania and talks with Germany and the United States on trade issues.
Washington officials and Congress leaders planned vast wartime finance steps. An administration bill would create a war finance corporation with 500 million capital and authority to issue four billion in short term notes to fund private industrial operations. Senator Simmons said tax and bond measures for 1919 likely, with no immediate effect on 1948 levies.
Washington reports the air program lags by about two months due to changing tactics in Europe, material delays, and skilled labor shortages. Colonel Deeds says no exact type planned will be in service in France, favors higher power machines, and notes balanced movement of men and equipment. Four machine types are in production with thousands of elementary and advanced trainers completed or awarded. details on combat and bombing craft withheld.
An advertisement extols Pape's Diapepsin as fast relief for sour gas upset stomach and indigestion. It claims acid neutralizing power within five minutes, recommends a fifty cent case, and says it makes meals enjoyable without distress.
James Johnson killed Miss Welle Till in a University of Georgia dormitory room and then took his own life. Johnson left a note to his mother claiming life was unbearable. Coroner ruled murder followed by self destruction as two classmates testified they slept through the incident. The couple had said they planned to marry in Atlanta and sought a private space before train time.
A testimonial from Mrs B G Goodwin of Gardner describes relief from anemia and weakness after using Dr Williams Pink Pills. The ad promotes these pills to build red blood, improve digestion and circulation, and says they contain no alcohol. Free booklet available. price 60 cents at druggists.
Paris report says fragments from the raid show three bomb types used by the invaders winged torpedo and explosive shells bursting after impact. About 7 bombs dropped, 20 killed, 59 wounded. American Red Cross ambulance crews aided in evacuations at hospitals. An airship’s landing near the Champs Elysees injured one crewman. an American nurse contingent assisted on arrival. Gas bombs reportedly none found. Taxicab driver gathered fuel from the aircraft reservoir as it burned.
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