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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Jan 15, 1920
Page
9
A vintage advertises Pope's Cloud Compound as a fast home remedy for colds and grippe. It claims the first dose clears nasal congestion and eases head pressure, with doses taken over a few hours ending misery. The ad notes low cost and pleasant taste, listing quinine as an ingredient.
An old advertisement touts Papes Diapepsin as a fast acting antacid for indigestion and stomach upset. It emphasizes quick relief, tasty candy flavor, broad popularity, and low cost at drug stores.
The First Universalist church marks its th anniversary since formation on January 12 18 with a special service tonight led by Dr J Wort Newton former temple pastor. Delegates from Connecticut Universalist churches attend with greetings from allied clergy and organizations. A reception for Rev Hal T Kearns follows. 13 past ministers are noted and the church’s long city contributions are recalled.
Sidney Ilman, president of the Amalgamated Garment Workers of America, told a National Association of Retail Clothiers meeting that consumer boycotts may be the only fix for rising prices. He cited wholesale bidding by retailers and surging costs, arguing the 44 hour week boosted output yet prices remain criminally high, and urged action against price gouging.
In Seaside, Salamia Longin sues Albin Budnik for $1000 damages after a sand fight between children led to an argument and alleged assault. The Common Pleas court heard the case before Judge John Booth yesterday with Budnik denying the charges and the judge reserving decision.
Hoseman Willan Walters of Catherines Street attached to Magine Company No Uf sustained facial and neck burns while battling a fire that damaged a barn on Chepsy Mill Road Tuesday night. He received treatment at the emergency hospital and was sent home. The owner M. Waser said he knew nothing of the fire’s origin. Estimated damage stood at $200.
Albert G. Ritchie, Democrat and former Maryland attorney general, was inaugurated governor of Maryland in Annapolis today with simple ceremonies marking the start of his term.
Paris January 14 Enthusiasts who aided Paul Deschanel in becoming Chamber of Deputies president plan to announce his candidacy for the presidency of the republic after parliament meets at Versailles. Clunymeau reportedly will not declare his stance.
Advertised product claims to banish rheumatism by dissolving uric acid deposits. James H. Allen suffered years with rheumatism and developed a prescription he says removes all pains. Hindle's Drug Stores are agents offering full refunds to buyers who report no benefit.
Dr Edwards Olive Tablets, touted as a pleasant substitute for calomel, claim to gently stimulate bowels and liver, purify the blood, and improve bad breath without griping or after effects. The ads credit EF M Edwards with a seventeen-year clinical background and promote a milk-mixed ingestion method at ten cents per tablet.
Druggists recommend Swamp Root as a strengthening medicine for kidneys liver and bladder. For years physicians note it supports bodily functions and has been sold on merit. Send cents for sample bottle to Dr Kilmer Co Binghamton NY and mention Bridgeport Telegram and Post.
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