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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Feb 03, 1921
Page
5
A testimonial from Mrs. Lucy Danner of New Britain Conn describes severe facial and scalp pimples that formed scales and burned when scratched. After using four cakes of Cuticura Soap and three boxes of Cuticura Ointment the condition fully healed. Cuticura Soap Ointment and Talcum advertised for daily use.
A mother, father, and daughter testify to benefits from Dr. Pierce's Favorite, Golden Medical Discovery, and other preparations. Mrs Parker notes improved health for herself. Mr Parker credits long use for his well being. daughter attests it aided her. They claim the medicines support motherhood and vitality. All druggists sell these medicines.
An advertisement promotes Korein as a safe easy weight reduction method. It claims loss of 10 to 60 pounds and benefits like better health, energy, and youthfulness. The ad urges readers to buy Korein from druggists and requests to mail for a free brochure.
An advertisement for Pyramid Pile Suppositories promises ease and comfort and urges readers to try a guaranteed box amid nagging piles. The copy uses sensational phrasing to attract attention, citing relief claims and urging prompt purchase.
Hartford notes report from the 1334 Grand Lodge communication in Connecticut. Chas Perkins of New London presented the record, with details on credentials, veterans membership questions, and a summary of lodge membership, memorials, and officer appointments.
Members of the Appropriations Committee will inspect state aid institutions in New London on Friday and Saturday. They will visit the Mohican Water, Seaside Sanitarium, and a state school, with hearings on maintenance appropriations and related matters at the capitol.
The Newfield Recreation Center hosts an evening program featuring a varied lineup. Attendees will hear music selections by a local ensemble including Arren, J. 7 I, and others, with additional acts and refreshments promised.
Fragmented OCR text outlines civil service law hearings set for Wednesday. Mentions Senator Alexander and committee participation along with opponents and proponents awaiting review or debate on the subject.
Fragmentary report describes the lynching of George Werner, a Black man, in Louisiana. The article mentions gunfire at the scene, notes community fear, and references calls for investigation and punishment for the assailants. Names and details are incomplete due to damaged text.
Strackford resident Tomlinson denies authority on animals including ground hogs and meteorological roles. County court discussions center on when the animal appears, with sheriff’s insistence that facts are unclear. A lively exchange ends with a humorous dismissal of the question.
A fragment describes a treatment claimed to ease breathing for four years. It mentions a medication or remedy marketed for asthma relief, noting patient use and a request to limit consumption. The tone resembles an early 20th century medical ad asserting breathing improvement.
A state education department report notes total Connecticut children ages four to sixteen at 325 486 from the last count. Of this, 48 307 attend schools other than public schools and 50 2981 are not in school as of September. Public school attendance rose 1.693 percent, with a 1.8 percent drop in attendance rate. The report lists 44 07 teachers, 58 percent with normal training, 26 percent untrained, 4 percent college trained, and 2 percent specially trained.
A farmyard tale unfolds with a stately gander assuming guard duties for an aging blind ox at Brixton Woelcroft on the southern edge of the country. The bird leads and protects the ox with calm resolve as onlookers observe the unusual partnership.
Hibbird of the Brooklawn club was chosen state captain at the Connecticut Golf Association gathering in New Haven. He will chair the state team committee and also head the finance committee. The annual state tournament starts in Green which in July and continues for several days.
The report notes steady demand for school products with an estimated $99,000 revenue over two years. It lists Armington, Groton, Day, Manchester, Middletown, Norwalk, Orange and Waterbury among relevant towns and states nineteen towns in the state did not provide free text books to public school pupils.
Bridgeport Chamber of Commerce plans to oppose a rate reallocation by New England carriers. A meeting in New York will address anthracite and mine shipments to Bridgeport and other points on the New Haven system. The group opposes soft coal and board coal rate increases that would raise consumer prices.
Nine parcels of the Remington Arms property in Dover street were bought by Barnett Berman of 885 Chepel Street from East Mind Realty. Documents show the property price around 26835 dollars and stamps indicate the total cost.
A simple method claims to remove hair completely with a single treatment. Apply a thick paste of powdered Gelatone and water to the hairy area, wait an hour, then rub off for smooth skin. The ad asserts no skin damage if detatine is used, and promises lasting removal.
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