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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Feb 07, 1921
Page
4
Sulphur is best for clearing up ugly skin with claims of instant relief from itching burning and irritation. Advertisement touts Mentho-Sulphur preparation as germ destroying with rapid action to smooth scales and calm inflamed skin. Jar sold at drug stores as a popular skin remedy.
A vintage ad urges readers to fix persistent low spirits and fatigue with Protop Mangan, a tonic claimed to fortify blood. It claims the product renews energy and strengthens the blood, offering tablets as a convenient option and warning to seek the Pep package.
The piece argues Senate procrastination kills immigration restriction measures despite strong public demand and initial House passage. It notes hearings favored interests over impartial analysis, with three weeks of testimony showing broad support yet legislative inaction. The author decries racial tension and political delay shaping America’s policy.
Stanley Bullard announces committee appointments for the Connecticut Chamber of Commerce. Edmund S S Wolfe of Hirst National Bank is named chairman of the survey committee. George S S Hawley of Bridgeport Gas Co heads the Legislative Committee. Other appointees include Bradford D Pistes on the Executive Committee and Frank Stapies on Highways and Motor Vehicles.
Buckley remains in critical condition after a night of exposure to toxic gas at St Vincents Hospital. William Guekteys found unconscious Saturday, with authorities reporting lingering fumes and a window draft incident.
An off duty New Britain police officer, identified as Conti Behe, reportedly shot himself at home after years of service. Authorities say the officer had been off duty for three months due to affliction and was believed despondent before the fatal act.
An advertisement extols Nature's Remedy NR Tablets as a natural tonic for the stomach liver bowels and kidneys. It claims to ease biliousness indigestion constipation and headaches while improving digestion nourishment blood quality and overall vitality. The copy urges buying a 25 box supply and notes guaranteed availability through a local druggist.
The notice states a personal tax levy for males aged 31 to 50 as provided by law, replacing poll taxes. It directs residents to pay two dollars and to submit taxes at the Tax Collector's office, City Hall Rooms 4 and 5, from 3 AM to 9 PM, starting February. Howard W. Smith, Tax Collector, oversees the collection.
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