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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Jan 11, 1923
Page
5
A ten day promotion promises several thousand packages of Gauss Combined Treatment to those in need. Readers are urged to send the coupon at the bottom of the notice to receive a free package by parcel post. The ad touts relief from nasal and throat conditions and invites quick action via return mail.
Count ten and breathe freely with Sterling's Vapor-Oil. Relief comes quickly as nasal passages clear and head pressure eases. Apply as directed, drugstore bottle bears Sterling's name for genuine vapor medicine. Cure claims include colds as easily treated.
June 10 Greenwich Os Westerverd a prominent Riverside resident died at home after heart trouble born in New York City son of Albert Westerberd England once an inventive chemist known for adhesives maintained a laboratory linked to New York firms survived by wife and two daughters funeral Thursday at 3 from Knott Sons chapel interment Woodlawn Cemetery Rev George Thomson to officate
Miss Gertrude Pierce daughter of Mr and Mrs Pigree et Steam boat toad was married to George Marks of Brooklyn NY son of Mr and Mrs George Marks of gaide at the rectory of St Marys church Greenwich today. The bride was attended by Ursula Partierwell of New York and Elizabeth Gaskan of Stamford. James Wells of New York was best man. A reception followed at the bride's home. Mr and Mrs Marks will reside in New York after their honeymoon.
Unobtrusive police surveillance of yacht club attendees at the funeral for Elizabeth Beck Curtis at 1114 Fairfield Avenue was conducted to locate James H. Plavens, a broker charged with embezzlement and son-in-law of the deceased, who may have attended in secret.
Thousands suffer stomach upset and indigestion from clogged liver and disordered bowels. Dr Edwards Olive Tablets stimulate the liver and bowels naturally, easing digestion without griping or pain. Take one or two at bedtime for relief.
Jacob Levy of 364 Bostwick Avenue, proprietor of a grocery store, was fined $35 and costs in City court yesterday for selling alcohol in excess of the legal content. Continuance granted in related cases against Martin Osawsle of 352 Railroad Avenue and Owen Farnum of Tunxings Hill Roads, who were also charged with violations of the liquor laws.
France acts to suppress absinthe as decree enforces a 1914 ban and defines substitutes. Revenue officers report absinthe scarcity as bootleggers fear penalties while nearabsinthe manufacturers contend the law loophole remains.
Pairolsd January 10 Special Mirs. Mary Sophia Dowd and Mrs. Sarah Maria Seymour, twins, celebrate their 90th birthday today at their Greenfield Hill home. Born in 1838 to Orlando and Laura Wichels, they remain active with daily chores. Their mother taught at the Deerfield school, and their home stood near the old Hemlock reservoir dam.
Fairfield line item notes the Unquo wa Tribe in Waltafield will install officers at the regular weekly meeting tomorrow evening. A turkey supper is planned by the Woman's Auxiliary of the George A. Smith post American Legion for ex-service men in Fairfield. The piece also mentions West Africa fete day customs with natives decorating themselves.
A joint British American expedition plans a long trek from Townsville via Cape York to Port Darwin to explore central Australia. Two Texinorers from San Diego among the party aim to land between Port Darwin and Brrome and travel inland through reportedly hostile tribal areas. They will use wireless telegraph gear and a motion picture unit to document tribes and country, expecting 15 months to five years away.
In Superior Civil Court Judge John W. Benks presiding, Joseph P. Dorsey administrator of John Kominos of Bridgeport was awarded $8,000 for the death of Kominos on April 15, 1928. The filing sought $20,090 damages claiming a rut in Barmint avenue caused the motorcycle crash into a trolley car. plaintiffs argued the rut existed for over two months and the city neglected repairs.
The Bridzeport Protective Organization Op Myrtle Avenue will hold a day at the home Monday afternoon with the snauat meeting and election of officers. Exterior and interior have been refinished with funds from the late Frank Millek. Tea will be served in the tea room under Mrs. J. K. Williamson and Mrs. W. A. Grippin.
Bridgeport New Haven and Waterbury office forces of the Walter Brush company will join in annual panduet in the Hotel Garde New Haven tomorrow night. Manager A L DeMenna of the local office will attend with approximately 25 members of big office staff. Alfred Cotulerig to address the gathering.
Judge Arthur M. Comley of the City court was called to preside in the non jury session of the Common Pleas Civil court yesterday after Judge John R. Booth moved to the criminal side. Judge John J. Walsh remains at home. Combley hears the case of Steve Ragall v John Marton of Bridgeport over alleged breach of building contract.
Bridgeport Real Estate Board named six committees at a Stratfield Hotel meeting last night led by B. F. Cooney. Appointees include Tollo Ty Fairchilg Wheeler and others on committees for arbitration, municipal ordinances and tax, listing, publicity, legislative, and finance under the leadership of Cooney and fellow officers.
Officials of Dewey camp No 7033 Modern Woodmen of America will be publicly installed Saturday evening in the lodge rooms at 164 State Street by State Deputy Joseph Hughe of Hartford.
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