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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Jan 02, 1924
Page
3
An advertisement touts Malsified cocoanut oil shampoo as superior to harsh soaps and alkali heavy cleansers. It claims the greaseless formula cleanses scalp and hair without damage, leaves hair soft and manageable, and rinses out dirt and oil easily.
Kiwanis club announces new officers at the Lions luncheon at the Stratfield. Wally Bayllas debuts as heat balmino distributor and Robert Garrabrants becomes secretary. Al Eccles to speak on Memories of Troubadour while humor sheet jokes about onions and the Spanish origin.
In York Pennsylvania on New Year’s Day a car skidded on the Lincoln highway between Lancaster and Columbia, fatally injuring Christopher Moul a leading Hangyer manufacturer who died at Columbia hospital. Ethel Knott of Philadelphia, part of a New Year’s Eve party, was injured. Charles F Welsh a prominent hotel man was in the car but unhurt. The vehicle was owned by Walsh’s wife.
New Haven Jan 1 Marcy David Fitzgerald was sworn in for his fourth mayoral term in a ceremony with the new board of aldermen and a large gathering. Judge John P. Studley offered best wishes for a prosperous term. John W. Murphy, Democrat, was re-elected president of the board, having already served six terms.
Huston Quinn and Mayor I Wilson Behrens extend a statewide call to Kentuckians, including Bridgeport residents, to attend the 1924 homecoming in Louisville June 16 22 and across counties June 23 29. The event celebrates the state heritage with reunions, pageants, and a mass barbecue planned in Louisville Bardstown and other towns.
Puskegee Alabama figures from the Tuskegee Normal and Industrial Institute show lynchings dropped by more than 69 percent in 1923. There were 24 lynchings that year versus 83 in the preceding period, with twenty six of the victims among mob violence in the state.
The article notes the revival of displaying engineers names in locomotive cabs. Veteran Colonial Express driver Frank Work is the first honored, with most names limited to those who pilot the 1,500 type locomotives.
The January term of the court opened to the public with Judge Nickerson presiding and adjourned to tomorrow. Henry C. Higgins was sworn in as the new clerk and W. W. Stowell from the City court named assistant clerk. A further ceremony followed.
Windsor Locks Connecticut January 1 Fire caused about 60000 or more in damage to the Windsor Locks Crust and Safe Deposit company block housing stores and offices in the brick structure. The building was practically cleaned out with most damage from water rather than fire.
Brown University women's college student Chadwick dies after a bonfire accident during a university event. Details unclear due to damaged text, but incident occurred on campus with Mary J Chadwick identified as the victim.
The Tuberculosis Relief Association starts the year aiding 45 employees and families across 32 Bridgeport concerns. Remington Arms and Bryant Electric lead with seven members each assisted by the BT RA. December saw three patients return to work while six were advised to leave. New patients come from Bridgeport Chain, Bridgeport Brass, Tandy Harman, Jennings Brothers, Salt Textile, and Smith Murray. The year ends with another new member, Aluminum Company of America, boosting membership. Visiting Nurses work surged with 140 members visited and advised in December.
Disagreement between the motor vehicle commissioner and the North Haven court stems from differing interpretations of fines and forfeited bail in motor vehicle cases. A conference will seek to resolve whether forfeited bonds should be turned over intact or deductible expenses of arrests may be deducted from amounts received.
New Haven January 1 figures released from the United States marshal office indicate a slight fall in criminal business in the last six months of 1924. The notable feature is a drop in commitments to county jail and Atlanta penitentiary. The fiscal year ends in June. There was a decrease in liquor law violations handled by the federal court, though more of these offenses were processed by state and local courts.
State officers hold warrant sworn out at Wharton Texas charging violation of game laws against Irving Cobb New York writer The warrant alleges Cobb used another name to obtain a hunting license two years ago, paying $2 for a license he should not have while possessing a $170 non resident license during a Texas fishing trip.
A display of Georgette and Canton crepe dresses offers varied styles and colors from brown to light blue and black. Samples from six top makers fill sizes from 16 to 44, with most items unique in cut. The collection, priced at 25 dollars, suits afterway or street wear. Second floor counter.
Railroad police believe Stanley Mayer 88 may be behind numerous burglaries at passenger stations during six months in Larchmont New Haven Road area. Mayer held for grand jury on burglary charge. Senator Borah states he is not a presidential candidate. Some suspects remain at large.
A dubious ad claims daily use of liquid argon will dissolve and destroy dandruff by morning. It promises complete removal after two or three applications and asserts scalp itching will disappear, leaving hair fluffy and silky, though the text contains spelling errors and odd phrasing.
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