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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Jan 11, 1918
Page
7
A blaze swept the east wing of Catholic General hospital on Ifer street killing four children. Firefighters battled flames as the structure suffered extensive damage and investigators began work at the scene.
An old advertisement touts three medicines from a Gaston physician. Sarsaparilla purifies blood, iron tonic treats anemia, and a liver and constipation remedy called Pils claims broad health benefits. The pitch urges widespread use and recommends asking a druggist for all three.
New York clergy and doctors urge moral suasion over medical treatment for drug addicts. Dr Van Vleet testified before the legislative investigating committee led by Senator Whitney, saying gradual drug reduction fails and addicts can cure themselves with strong will. He argues addiction is not a disease in a medical sense and clerics can aid healing more effectively than physicians.
A San Francisco hearing reveals a German submarine aided Indian revolutionaries by transporting arms from China to India. Documentary evidence links Windus and other suspects to plans, with $30,000 said to be provided by the German foreign office to support the Indian revolt. The case underscores British missionary and agent activity in China aimed at fostering an Indian independence movement.
Milford Guiness M W A met in Odd Fellows hall Tuesday with lively plans for future work. Officers list omitted a secretary name. many locals receive notices of army service and promotions from Camp Upton Devens and Lewis. Trains and mail changes noted. Rosenbaum school opened. residents attend Lyric in Bridgeport. Navy ensign commissions earned. locals gain promotions at Camp Lewis and Fort Michie.
Contracts for 9,000,000 pairs of half soles and 7,000,000 toplets for heels were awarded by the advisory commission of the council on national defense supplies. Half soles cost about 4.5 million dollars while the toplets total around 1.26 million.
Washington January 10 Mark L Requa of Oakland California was chosen to lead the newly formed oil division of the fuel administration The division will oversee government control of oil and will conduct a nationwide petroleum investigation
Wilburton Oklahoma January 10 James Garry superintendent of the Glazing department at the Patterson Powder Company Paterson Oklahoma near Wilburton was killed today when an explosion wrecked the plant. John Lind former governor of Minnesota named to advisory labor mobilization commission for war service.
New Years will be celebrated by the Greek Catholics of the city on January 24. The Greek church on West Liberty street has laid plans for an elaborate service. A committee of Misses Lola Sacharia Angela Formasonie Julia Victor Melpomenie Dehatamie Emphasia Benon and Marie Poulopoulo will arrange for a New Year’s entertainment. Rev Basil Lambrides will officiate at the services. Phoehureh has bought thrift stamps to sell to congregation members.
French chamber debate signals government will permit discussion of war diplomacy. Socialist deputy Mayeras urges a frank declaration and criticizes leadership, citing expectations set by Trotsky George and President Wilson. United States president urged clearer French stance after Marne victory.
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