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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Feb 24, 1926

Page

3

Health officer urges sunlit homes for child health

Dr. William Van Coon told the Civinun club at Stratfield hotel that better living conditions require more sunlight and fresh air, especially for children. He cited closed childhood environments in Massachusetts and recent city homes, urged school and factory designs to maximize daylight, and warned of cancer and other health threats while stressing optimism for future medical advances.

Civinun Cluby Stratfield Hotel William van Coon Massachusetts Sehoa Arc Ehitects

Miss Rogers Gains 15 Pounds in Six Weeks

Miss Alberta Rogers of Decatur Illinois shares her recovery from illness after using McCoy's Cod Liver Oil Compound Tablets. She reports improved appetite, fuller cheeks, healthier complexion, and a 15 pound gain in six weeks. The ad urges a 30 day trial with 80 cent tablets and promise of a refund if no improvement.

Eulo McCoy Alberta Rogers W. Cerro Tranida St. Decatur India McCor's

Science advances cut child and epidemic death rates

The article notes a long decline in mortality driven by medical progress. Deaths from tuberculosis, infant mortality, and typhoid fever have fallen dramatically over decades. Tuberculous meningitis and other illnesses once common are described as vanquished or greatly reduced by science and public health gains.

Newswriters Fete Alfred Jackson And Cast Of Play

Local newspaper men and women held a Monday night dinner at Jake Wallice's tavern on Serviey avenue to honor Alfred G. Jackson former associate and celebrate the success of his new play Blush Money at Attra Park theatre. Dick Howell acted as toastmaster and Walter Gilbert was replaced by Kenneth Thompson after a ten day rehearsal. Ruth Lee introduced co workers and Joseph Lertora sang operatic selections as part of an impromptu program followed by dancing.

Wood Will Jake Wallice Serviey Avenue Alfred G. Jackson Mr. Jackson

Nine Initiated Into Rotary On 21st Anniversary

Nine new members joined the Rotary Club on its twenty first anniversary gathering held at the club cabit. Speakers included George Woods who gave a address on What Rotary Is, tracing its growth from its February 1905 Chicago origin. The meeting also adopted ethics codes and mourned Librarian Henry Ny Sanborn with funeral plans.

Gere Daly Rotary Cabit Ae Resutar Vrare Ralph Ralph Mout Eohuieh Carl Chars Hill Calhoun Georgy Fl Woods Rotary Padi Harris Chicago Bobruary An Harris Cicero California New York City Hotasy Woods Rotary Aa Mach Thenry Ny Sanborn Henry A. Lishop

Canada bonds issued to support debt refunding plan

New York reports a $40 million Dominion of Canada bond issue as part of a $105 million financing program. Proceeds aim to refund debt with 10 year 4.5 percent bonds at 93.75 to yield 4.65 percent. Pending sales involve Hlair and Company and Chase Securities. A separate suit alleges physician wrongdoing linked to a death.

New York Dominion Government of Canada Dominion

Boy Robber Sent to Reformatory in Norwalk Case

In Norwalk Superior Court on January 26 a 20 year old boy described as Edward Newton was jailed for robbing the Modern Grocery cash drawer. He had been previously charged with theft and received a remand to the state reformatory after the court session. A fellow defendant, Salvatore Lasignano, 22, Springfield, Mass, arrested January 24 with eight barrels of alcohol in his truck, received three months in jail.

Britain Willem Ft. Daniel Waterbury Evelyn Lessard Beatrica Hangon Charlotte Belle Daniel Daniel Hanson Superior Court Newel Jennings Lawrence L. Lewis Hdward Newton Norwalk L. P. Waldo Wton State Reformatory Newton Salvatore Lasignano Springfield Masa Newtawn L. P. Waldo Marvin Criminal Superior Court George Nelson Joseph Logan Bridgeport

Coglidge approves curb on army propaganda

Washington dispatch says President Coolidge ordered action to quiet army influence on legislation. The White House notes officers must not engage in influencing public opinion or legislation and directs strict service regulations for all army and navy personnel.

Washington White House Coolidge Harto

Father’s Funeral Hour Near As Daughter Dies

Mazardville Connecticut February AP a short time before the funeral hour of Asimus Pinkett former postmaster here Misa Clara Prickett died at Hartford hospital the third family member to suffer county pneumonia Father died afternoon after service at Hartwood hospital no other son or daughter survived the event

Mazardville Conn Asimus Pinkett Misa Clara Klekett Hartford Hospital

Publisher Leaves Library to Club N

New York Feb 2 Aged publisher Henry Holy died February 18 and probate filed detailing an estate over 10000 dollars. The Authors Will Society inherits the psychical library with Florence Molt as widow receiving home contents in New York and Barb eton and a life annuity. Six children will receive trust income with married children getting ten thousand and each unmarried about seven and a half thousand dollars.

York Henry Holy Florence Molt New York Barbeton

Measles Cases Rise Across State in Week

Measles cases increased by 787 in the past week signaling a renewed epidemic. Hartford led with about 185 cases, Fairfield reported 57, and Bridgeport 30, as areas across the state logged rising totals. The weekly rise was 24 percent from the prior seven days.

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Spring Silk Festival Fashion Tells Her Tales in Silk Prints

A pictorial display showcases characterful designs highlighting signature artistry in silk colors and fine weaving. The collection blends authentic traditions with diverse styles, offering remarkable textile art and appealing dresses on the third floor inviting inspection.

Final clearance sale of smart stylish low shoes

Final clearance sale of smart stylish low shoes. Broken sizes but good assortment in many models. Shoes will complement tailored costumes and more elaborate styles for afternoon wear.

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