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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Feb 10, 1920
Page
4
An old home remedy touts a pint bottle of clear pine extract mixed with sugar syrup or substitutes to treat coughs, throat irritation, bronchitis, and related conditions. It claims instant soothing action, budget savings, and wide use for other chest ailments, urging readers to obtain Pinex from a druggist.
In Washington the first reaction in Congress to organized labor's political plans centers on attacks by Representative Blanton of Texas who calls labor a great menace. He cites Samuel Gompers and warns of a national crisis as a minority seeks to control legislation while other lawmakers defend labor's program. Farmers associations likewise refuse to join the AFL campaign, saying members may vote personally while groups meet to outline principles.
Samuel Gompers, president of the American Federation of Labor, denounces Congress for failing to curb trusts and profiteers. He calls the attack on labor unwarranted and a gratuitous strike against those seeking a decent living wage, urging citizens and housewives to answer what Congress has done.
Mexico City reports Puebla state prosecutor Julio Mitchell repeats claims that a copy of William O. Jenkins letter differs from the original. He says the embassy delayed returning the original, and that Jenkins urged his wife to publicize that rebels kidnapped him to force ransom from the Mexican government.
Washington on February 8 reports that while the national prohibition enforcement blocks liquor advertisements in U S newspapers, Postmaster General Burleson noted exemptions for publications published by foreign governments. The notice targets newspapers and clarifies it does not apply to magazines or similar periodicals.
Washington February 9 Friends of free seed win their annual clash as House ballots 130 to 71 to strike from the agricultural bill an appropriation of 239000 for seed distribution at government expense. An amendment to raise the fund was defeated. Also dated February 2 new influenza reports warn of a daily 800 cases with about ten percent fatality among those affected.
Dr. Jamesanus, dean of dental profession in Connell, dies at 103 Washington street. One of the oldest dentists in the country he helped organize the state dental society in 1864 directing its first meeting. In 1868 he chaired the campaign that secured the dental law's passage.
The Americanization committee and Boy Scouts of Ancient will host an Americanism meeting at Sokol hall tomorrow night at eight. Rev Alexander Alison Jr will give an address on Theodore Roosevelt. The program includes pictures and music. Admission is free.
The ad touts Sloan's Liniment as a simple remedy for sciatic pains and rheumatic aches, claiming it quickly penetrates to the sore spot without staining skin or clogging pores. It emphasizes popularity, safety, and a small bottle as a prudent purchase for relief.
Thousands of women suffer kidney and bladder issues often misattributed to other causes. Swamp-hoot, a physician’s remedy, is advertised as a cure. buyers urged to get a bottle or request a sample by mail, with note to mention Telegram Post.
This old advertisement touts SEVEN BURIALS and SEVEN BARKS as a natural remedy to ease stomach distress and sleeplessness. It claims 60 years of use, suggests 10 to 20 drops in water after meals, promises improved digestion and mood, and notes a 40 cent price tag.
Radways JELLFORM in a tube offers a cleaner convenient alternative. It eases pain without blistering or skin discoloration and vanishes quickly providing a warming soothing effect.
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