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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Jan 13, 1920
Page
12
An old advertisement fragment warns about a Cincinnati drug called Freezone used on corns. It claims a few drops erase a corn instantly with no pain and notes the product dries quickly on the skin. The piece equivocates on safety and price, describing a quarter ounce as affordable at drugstores.
More than 600 members attended the Harry W. Congdon post meeting at 925 Main Street. Bylaws were amended to align with the national body, dues for 1920 set at 1 per capita, fiscal year moved to January 1. A baseball team will join the state league and a basketball squad will be formed to play Stamford Greenwich South Norwalk and Stratford. Building changes include showers baths fireplaces bedrooms and a library, with occupancy expected by May first. A special executive meeting is scheduled for next Monday at the Bridgeport club.
Washington January 12 the House military affairs committee endorsed a bill by Representative Crago to raise pay by 20 percent for all officers through brigadier general and equivalent ranks across the army navy marine corps public health service and coast guard. Enlisted personnel would also gain 20 percent where base pay is $83 a month or more.
A vintage advertisement promises relief for children's constipation and worm issues. It touts Dr True's Elixir as a gentle, herbal family laxative and worm expeller, with testimonials from Mrs Wm G Bonin of Caddo Oklahoma and mentions three sizes available at dealers.
Count fifty Your cold in head or catarrh disappears. Your clogged nostrils will open and you can breathe freely. No more snuffling, mucous discharge, dryness or headache. Get a small bottle from your druggist and apply four dots in your nostrils for instant relief. The ad promises quick healing of inflamed mucous membranes and asserts dramatic, dramatic relief.
Representatives who have served six months or more in British welfare roles will owe income tax to England. The levy applies to salaries profits earned while in England and remittances from abroad. Edgar A Sharp, K of C commissioner in Great Britain, received notice that welfare workers are in debt to the British government for this tax.
Berlin January 12 The first day of peace sparked a railway strike as Germany faces an economic crisis with food shortages. Western railways are paralyzed and the movement spreads. the government imposes a state of siege and warns against work stoppages in vital transportation. Sparcists hope the stoppage leads to overthrow of the moderate socialist government.
London January 12 movement in the wage dispute between railway men and the government is delayed until the return from Paris of Sir Robert Horne and Sir Eric Geddes who were summoned by Premier Lloyd George to consult in the French capital. They are expected back in London by Tuesday but precipitate action is unlikely.
Washington Jan 12 Rear Admiral Sims will be the first witness Friday in the Senate naval committee investigation of a distinguished service medal awarded for war service His refusal to accept the medal has sparked the controversy in the navy department The sub committee led by Senator Hale Republican Maine set procedure but did not fix a hearing time for Secretary Daniels
Revenue agents seized 500 to 600 cases of Canadian Club whiskey concealed in lumber shipped today to the New York custom house. The lumber was consigned to the George W. Jackson Lumber Company, which does not exist in town. Liquor kept under heavy guard after seizure.
In Hartford the state free employment bureau may appoint a woman as assistant in the city office. Superintendent John J. Fhelson stated the appointment could be made, noting many calls come from women workers and applicants. He argued a woman could handle cases more effectively, freeing men for permanent positions and enabling broader employer consultation.
Judge Jean H. Norris, New York’s only woman in the criminal court system, told a Bridgeport audience that the mothers of girls entering the court are largely to blame for a lack of respect for authority. She cited ten years of experience, noted the expansion of her role through 1927, and praised police women while describing cases and mental-testing practices at Jefferson Market.
The Masonic temple on Broad Street opened a new cafeteria with a get together dinner for about 130 Masonic club members. The informal event introduced the cafeteria, planned to serve daily lunches including a business men’s luncheon from 11:30 to 2.
Robert J. Chapman of Washington, a graphic engineer and longtime secretary of the American Alpine Club, died at the Hotel Wolcott after contracting pneumonia. He was 51 and had come to New York to attend a club meeting when illness struck.
The American legation in Pekin reports the state department directs cooperation with the French consul in Yunnanfu to secure the release of Rev. A. L. Shelton, an American missionary held for ransom by Tibet brigands. No American consul is closer than Calcutta.
The condition of Governor Yager is slightly improved after a read ing, according to attending physicians. He is not considered out of danger and remains under careful observation in the San Juan hospital.
The British freighter City of Colombo arrived from India and Ceylon describing a stormy voyage in wintry seas. Deck fittings were lost and she heaved to during gale exchanges between Gibraltar and Boston. The crew picked up five distress calls from U S shipping board vessels but could not reach them. only the Poughkeepsie seemed reachable, though Captain Thompson waited on Washington before acting. The City of Colombo valued at $2,000,000.
Robert C. Mitchell of Southbury, a general assembly representative, was chosen president of the State Milk Producers' Association to succeed Thomas Holt, who resigned as dairy and food commissioner. Marriage licenses issued include Edward O'Brien and Bridget Dineen, Joseph Manna and Catherine Salvo, Stephen Finder and Vironika Bentyn, Einar Forsman and Ingrid Liedman, among others.
The writer describes a hectic day of housework and funds, Susie’s abrupt disappearance with wages and valuables, and plans for a quieter week. She notes a new match, upcoming social dinners at the Salmagunds Tea Room, and a shopping talk with Helen about January sales and dresses. Harold mentions a bookstore closing sale offering half price files and stationery.
Akron physician Dr. A to Reusing regains health after overwork and study and develops a blood oxygenation theory. He patents REOLO a cell-salt based formula to boost iron and plasma, claiming revived vigor and thousands of cures. Sold by Hindla's Drug Stores Bridgeport and Worner State locations.
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