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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Jan 10, 1924

Page

5

Ordinance Committee Considers Clerks Salary Increases

The Ordinance Committee will review proposed salary increases for clerks in Town Clerk Joseph F Wieler’s office. Current clerks earn 1200 with proposed raises to 1300 to 1800 based on years of service, affecting named clerks and others. Traffic and fire department officials plan to attend discussions on traffic measures and equipment rules. Burnham supports the clerks’ raises ahead of council action.

Burnham Joseph F. Wieler Alles Caroline Mullina Mary AL Walsh Lillian E. Molden Misa Agnes L. Delaney Mary Stone Jeannette O’brien Misa Evelyn Northey Champer of Commerce Daniel E. Johnson Fire Department

New German Oil Formula Promises Quick Pain Relief

An old advertising feature touts Buhler Oil as a breakthrough from German chemistry for rheumatism gout neuralgia and neuritis. It claims rapid absorption and near instant soothing effects, with a money back guarantee if pain relief is not seen after the first bottle. Available through local druggists.

Novocain Buhler Oil Hindle Drug Stores J. A. Leverty & Bros Karl O. Cyrus Frank J. Ostrofsky H. C. Kingella Advertisement

WEAF Back On High Power Scale After Tests

WEAF plans to resume regular programming on a rising power scale starting January 5 with 500 watts, then 1 kilowatt, then 2 and 4 kilowatts. Early reports show broad listener approval, with over 3,000 letters indicating about 90 percent pleased. Some complaints relate to receiver overload, noise, and blanketing of nearby stations, all to be addressed as equipment and receiver tuning improve.

Weaf Wil WEAF Radio Lstewars New York Chicago Pittsburgh Schenectady

Holdups On Boston Post Road Prompt State Police Talks

Hartford officials plan a meeting with Hartford and Norwalk police to curb a wave of holdups on the Boston Post road between Westport and the New York line. A fourth daytime hijacking occurred near Noroton as a Beacon Falls Rubber truck driver refused a halt signal. State police pursue theories, warn of rising truck banditry, and consider 24 hour patrols and armed-driver permits.

Boston Post Road Westport New York State Lne Robert T. Sturley Hartford Frank Virelli Pe City Beacon Falls Rubber Company Noroton White Plains N. Y Leo F. Carroll Massachusetts New York Motor Service Company Harry Hastings Gand New York Carroll Connecticut New Jersey Big Smedley D. Butler Public Safety Philadelphia New York State Hurley

Two Changes Planned at Welfare Building Meeting

Health and Charities commissioners met yesterday with Mayor Behrens to discuss two proposed changes in the mechanical staff at the Welfare Building and to approve the regular payroll. The article notes Ireland’s population falling from 8,000,000 to 4,500,000 over 75 years.

Health and Charities Commissioners F. William Behrens Ireland

Court to decide legality of Middle street widening plan

Keller Bros and city attorneys present the case in Superior Court over the Middle street widening. They contend damages appear without funds to pay them while benefits were assessed. West side property owners appeal. East side would gain a ten foot widening.

Middle Street Keller Bros A. J. Delaney John A. Cornell Superior Court

Danbury Judge Weds Margaret Coulter in Stamford

Special to the Telegram reports the wedding of Judge Milton J. Cunningham, a prominent Danbury attorney, to Miss Margaret Coulter of the city at St John’s Church in Stamford. Rev. Eugene T.aryne presided, with relatives Anna L. Cunningham and Robert P. Cunningham in attendance. The couple celebrated at the Davenport Hotel and planned an extended wedding trip before settling in Danbury.

Stamford Milton J. Cunningham Danbury Margaret Coulter Francis Coulter St. John's Eugene T .Aryne Woodbury Anna L. Cunningham Judge Cunningham Robert P. Cunningham Davenport

Magnesia Best For Your Indigestion Ad

Those troubled by gas sourness and indigestion are advised to take Bisulated Magnesia after meals with water to neutralize acidity, sweeten the stomach, and prevent fermentation. It promises relief without pain and can be bought at good drug stores, with emphasis on pureBisulated Magnesia for stomach use.

McCoy's Cod Liver Oil Tablets Promise Quick Weight Gain

An advertisement touts McCoy's Cod Liver Oil Tablets as a fast, easy way to strengthen thin, undernourished children. It claims rapid flesh gain after illness or suspected rickets, replacing unpleasant cod liver oil, and notes availability at Hindle and Leverty Drug Stores or any druggist for 60 tablets at 60 cents.

Hindle and Leverty Drug Stores McCoy

Red Pepper Rub Promises Quick Pain Relief

An old advertisement touts Red Pepper Rub as fast relief for rheumatism lumbago neuritis backache stiff neck and sore muscles. It claims concentrated penetrating heat eases pain within minutes as the strong tingling sensation travels to the affected area and urges readers to buy the genuine product from drug stores.

Underwear sale offers new styles at 97 cents

A local ad highlights new underwear with lace nightgowns, embroidered trimming, built-up shoulder chemises, strap tops, princess slips with hip hems, and sego silk step ins and batiste options all priced at 97 cents.

Infants' White Dresses Offer In Early Sale

All new infant dresses advertised as dainty and valuable, with both short and long styles in first and second sizes. Many women buy them three at a time.

Glove Silk Vests at the Year’s Lowest Price

A listed bargain describes Glove Silk Vests priced at $1.35 in peach flesh and orchid shades with self straps, promoted as the lowest price of the year for this grade.

Philippine Underwear Ad Promises Fine Fabrics and Embroidery

An advertisement touts Philippine underwear at $2.98 featuring sheer fabrics and elaborate embroidery. Gowns chemises and step in drawers cited with filet lace trims.

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Frank H. Fargo CO Stratfield Stratfield Hotel F. A. Cantwell, Mer Manhattan Hanke Hart, Scha Ffner & Marx Main Street Cannon St Wirelli M. J. Cunningham Magnesia Ead Gean Williams Willixeny Willams’ Charter Ock Coffer Wiliams THE Williams & Carleton Co Rockwell & Co Bridgeport New Value Records Philippine Rockwell
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