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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Jan 11, 1918
Page
8
Ely's Cream Balm for catarrh and stuffed nose
An old advertisement touts Ely's Cream Balm to clear blocked nostrils and relieve head cold or catarrh. It promises quick relief by applying a fragrant antiseptic cream in the nose, soothing inflamed membranes so air passages open and breathing becomes easy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ely
What Is Best For My Liver Pills Ad Promotes
An old advertisement touts R. & G. A Pills as a liver remedy using pedophyl lng, claimed to ease headaches bad breath sallow skin pimples blotches constipation biliousness and tiredness. Boxed price 16c or 25c per ad copy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Warner
Warners
Warner's
Safe
Rochester
Linonine linonine for coughs endorsed by physicians
An old advertisement claims Linonine cures bronchial coughs quickly when taken at the first sign of a cold. It describes Linonine as a pure emulsion of flax seed Irish moss and eucalyptus and says it builds up the system with vitality. Physicians endorse it for growing children, and the price is 60 cents to 1.20.
California Syrup of Figs Ad Promotes Gentle Laxative Use
An old advertisement extols California Syrup of Figs as a safe ideal laxative for children and adults. It claims gentle cleansing of stomach and bowels, relief from feverishness and stomach distress, and urges mothers to keep a bottle handy, warning against counterfeits.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
California
Califormia Vig Syrup Company
Women Celebrate Passage of Equal Suffrage Resolution
The House adopted a joint resolution proposing an amendment to the U S Constitution extending voting rights to women. Cheers erupted as members were read and the vote showed 274 for, 136 against with support from Democrats and Republicans alike. Carrie Chapman Catt hailed the victory and urged Senate action and ratifications.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ecould Mke
United States
Senate
House
Congress
Gard
Ohio
Moores
Dominick
Connecticut
Merritt
Freaman
Glynn
Lonergan
Tilson
Representtative Mann
Clark
Jeanette Rankin
Montana
Miss May Offferdinger
Woman Suffrage Committee
Ths
Representative Haker
California
Vilson
Carrie Chapman Catt
National American Woman Suffrage Association
America
Europe
Union
New York
Anna Howard Shaw
Honers
Association
Lincoln
Wilson
Coal Shipments to New England for War Effort Review
In Washington and Bridgeport officials discuss coal supply and rail coordination amid wartime orders. Fuel Administration directs daily 600 carloads of bituminous coal to New England, to be loaded at mines and shipped to James B. Storrow for distribution, with prices set by federal authority.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Bridge
Missenger
Fuel Administration Commission
Wwe
Leroid
Wilson
Tidewater
Bridgeport
Fuel Administration
Crawford B
C. BE. Bilton
Geo. WH
Crawford
A. H. Bullard
Geo. M. Eames
Order of
The
United States Fuel Administration
New England
Order of the Fuel Administration
United States
United States Fuel Administrator
James 4
Storrow
Imine
Alice Paul
Woman’s Party
Senate
Antis
James W. Wadsworth, Jr
National Association
Aig
H. A. Garfield
C. E. Bilton
Clifford
A. E. Vincent
Vincent Bros
Teeting
City
Ics and Coal Company
Dirm
J. Pardy
Jie
Pardy
Bilton
Manufacturers’ Association
American Brass Company
Swiss May Be Neutral Mediators In War
The article reports that Switzerland may mediate between Bulgaria and Russia while Russians reject Turkey’s separate peace terms. It notes ongoing fighting in central and southwestern Russia, Bolshevik gains, and Cossack forces under Kaledines and Dutoff. It covers U SArmy mobilization progress, and harsh winter conditions on the Italian front. It also details Bridgeport coal matters and wood distribution plans under federal wartime controls.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Switzerland
Bulgaria
Russia
Turkey
Kaledines
Dutoff
Germany
Duchy of Brunswick
Alsace-Lorraine
United States
Baker
Ffrance
Europe
Italy
Slacker Jobs for Class One Names and addresses listed
A long scanned list shows numerous individuals with street addresses across cities like Schenectady and New York. The fragment reads as names followed by street and avenue entries including Seaside Court Gilbert Street Broadway and multiple US city addresses. The text appears to be an OCR of a classifieds section or worker listings with many proper nouns and places.
Has 4 Brothers on French Front Wife Has Five
A local draft official heard a French registrant from this city describe his family’s war involvement. The man has four brothers on the Champagne front in France and his wife has five brothers also serving with the Western front armies. He notes five brothers joined at the war’s outbreak, one died at Verdun, and praises French sacrifice as all citizens contribute to the struggle against autocracy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Trenth
France
Champatte
Verdun
Republic
Xereat
Peterson's Ointment Promoted For Skin Ailments
An old advertisement touts Peterson's Ointment as a remedy for eczema and a wide range of skin conditions including old sores, broken skin, ulcers, and sunburn. It claims a money back guarantee if results are not achieved and cites a testimonial from a Mrp. Root of Michigan Street.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Peterson
Teterzon
Eva'y
Uruggist
Petarson
I. Root
Michigan
Inialo, N
Obituaries of Shelton Lawton Blair and Blair in Bridgeport
Edward Deforest Shelton died at home in Stratford after a brief illness. He was son of Edward Nelson Shelton and Mary DeForest and survived by his wife and daughter Jean. James Daynton Lawton, born in Middletown and resident of Bridgeport 29 years, died last evening, employed at Canfield Rubber 28 years, survived by his wife and numerous nieces and nephews. Andrew Bhur, known as Andy Blair, age 65, died Wednesday at Lfillside scheme. Born in Bridgeport, he worked in the Water Street fish market with his brother James, who had died earlier. He lost sight in an accident around age 40, later selling shoe strings and pencils in the streets.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Edward Deforest Shelton
Earl
Edward Deorest Shelton
Blox Street
Stratford
Shelton
Edward Nelson Shelton
Mary Jane DeForest
Jean Shelton
James Daynton
James Lawton
Austin
Middletown
Tivert
Bridgeport
Canfield Rubber Company
New England Order of Protection
Holy Nine Society of the Sacred Heart Church
Lawton
Andrew Bhur
Andrew Blair
Unprecedented Cold Grips Sweden with Record Lows
In Sweden extreme winter temperatures plunge to near 80 below zero in segments of the north. Asele reports 79.6 below zero with other readings at Soerfors 67 below and Trogvalsjoe 68.4 below, Linimark also cited. Angermanland records 40 to 38 below zero across the region. Advertisement text and an unrelated medical ad appear in the clippings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sweden
Stockhelm
Dan
Vierlans
Fahkenhalt
Asele
Soerfors
Trogvalsjoe
Linimark
Angernmanland
Kaiser’s World War Claim Draws Out Local Sermon
Rev Dr Jones delivers contentious wartime talk detailing Sampa sons and Deverin praised by a Spanish ally, while critiquing press coverage. He recounts Sampson’s Cuba landing feat, the Brooklyn Texas signaling blunder, and a Kaiser palace on Mount of Olives. He warns of divine punishment for America’s sins and urges sacrifice for victory. The Elks lodge is thanked for support.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sampson
Cuba
Sones
Texas
Santiago
Brooklyn
Dr. Jones
Garman
Minila Bay
Jones
Dewey
Manila
United States
America
France
Mount of Olives
Hell
Ike
Christan Inmanity
Brotherhood of Man
Thenited
the Elks
Bridgeport
Women Celebrate Suffrage Victory in Bridgeport
Women shout on news of federal suffrage adoption, packing a Bridgeport house as calls flood Telegram lines. Reporters hear bursts of joy and surprise through the night, with many women celebrating openly and others expressing delight over the wire.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bridgeport
Finty
Re elect Leonard Fire Board Head plan to add chemical unit
The board discussed keeping Leonard as head while proposing a chemical company unit without adding staff. The plan would equip a chemical unit to assist hose crews and relieve No 1 company, with praise for the chief’s leadership. Mayor Wilson lauded the chief’s efficiency and the city’s fire leadership. Appointments for the year were read, listing John A. Leonard as chair for engine and motor apparatus and other officials for hydrant, alarm, buildings, supplies, and underground cable systems.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Truele
Fhe
Wilson
John A. Leonard
John H. Cassidy
John A. Cassidy
Charles G. Lindquist
Francis J. Brennan
Francis 7. Brennan
John FI. Teague
Saloon Men Meet Move of Pastors
A January meeting in Wew Haven gathered city officials merchants saloonkeepers pastors and residents to plan a city wide fuel conservation campaign. Mayor Fitzgerald led the discussion urging reduced hours for saloons theatres stores churches and clubs and a citizens committee will draft rules to guide all. Heads of businesses pledged to follow fair hours as a major fuel saving is anticipated. London operates an army boot hospital where 200 women repair boots for officers and soldiers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wew Uaven
Cit
Cal
David &. Fitzgerald
Citis
Citizens’ Committee
London
Gained Six Pounds In Two Weeks Promises Health Restored
A testimonial claims Dr Williams Pink Pills built blood and restored strength for anemia. It recounts a man who gained pounds in two weeks, regained color, and reduced rheumatism symptoms after using the tonic pills. The ad urges readers to consult the Dr Williams Medicine Co for booklets on blood and diet.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Southwick
Woonsocket
R. L
Iam
Dr. Williams
Dr. Williams Medicine Co
Schenectady
Remarkable rheumatism recovery told by Mrs Cheney
Mrs Cheney of Moe sup Connecticut recounts her five year battle with rheumatic joint swelling and crippling pain. She credits starting Val nesis with saving her from bed confinement and now walks without crutches. She endorses the remedy and notes her contact for rheumatic sufferers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Moesup
Conn
Cheney
St. Alban’s Church
Danielson
Connecticut
Varnessis
Boston
W. A. Varney
Lynn
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