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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Feb 08, 1918

Page

6

Urge All Ice Men to Provide Against Shortage

New York February 7 John Mitchell chairman of the federal food board for New York state urged all ice manufacturers to stockpile natural ice to cover a potential artificial ice shortage. He noted a government telegram to Governor Whitman suggested no ammonia commandeerment for New York City ice making but warned leakage in machines could deplete supplies before summer.

New York John Mitchell Federal Food Board of New York State Mitchell Whitman New York City

Parisian Sage Hair Growth Massage Promise

Don’t Be Bald Wow to Make Hair Grow Strong and Lustrous on Thin Spots. A Parisian sage massage is advertised as a fast, inexpensive remedy to stop loss and stimulate new growth. The ad touts a clean antiseptic liquid that rubs into the scalp, promising noticeable improvement after the first application and money back if not satisfied.

Gun Experts Say Boy Is a Slayer

In Brooklyn a 16 year old, Paul Chapman, stands trial for a fatal shooting and related crimes. Witnesses tie Chapman to a revolver used in the Regensburg killing and a botched robbery at Park Place. Police describe a deadly spree that left Hugh Davis dead after bullets struck him as he hid in a dumb waiter.

New York Paul Chapman Kapper Supreme Court Brooklyn William A. Jones Police Jones Harry Regensburg Chapman Harry Young Chapman Louis Chapman Bedford Avenue Otto Robenheimer Bergen Street Paul Regensburg Frances L. Howard Harry B&. Lewis Hugh Davis

Holland Urgently Seeks More Ships After Arrival

Augustus Phillips arriving as Holland's minister to the United States said Holland must obtain more shipping as shortages cut off outside supplies. He estimated 70 to 80 Dutch vessels totaling about 600000 tons lie on the American side of the Atlantic. The Nieuw Amsterdam was the first Dutch ship to cross the ocean in weeks. A Bridgeport box company will add a 150 by 40 foot two story extension to increase facilities and floor space.

Atlantic Holland Augustus Phillips United States Nieuw Amsterdam Nieuw Amsterdam Bridgeport Compressed Paper Box Company

Shopping for Helens and a smart tailored blouse

A narrator describes planning a shopping trip with Lueille to choose gifts and a personal purchase. The core item is a heavy China silk blouse with a vestee style, back fastening, and pear buttons, noted for its distinct front, collar, and cuffs. The passage closes with a quip about barbering and hair growth.

Jack Lueille

Florida Fruits Urged As Daily Diet By Pure Food Advocate

Dr. Harvey Wiley of Washington urges heavy orange and grapefruit consumption and cutting meats and grains. He says Florida fruits are healthiest, should be eaten domestically while solid foods go abroad to serve soldiers and allies. Export potential is limited.

Harvey W. Wiley Washington, D. C Florida America

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