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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Jan 17, 1924
Page
5
An advertisement touts Bleachedent as a safe quick teeth whitening remedy. It claims stains are softened and removed in minutes using a marvellous liquid, suitable for sensitive mouths and available at Windle Drug Co and Hartigans Drug.
An old advertisement promotes Edwards Olive Tablets as a vegetable remedy by Dr Ward and Dr Edwards claiming to improve skin tone and digestion. It touts pink skin, clear bowels, and no dangerous after effects while claiming to replace calomel and ease constipation.
Ronald McNeill in the House of Commons asserts Britain has consistently sought U S assistance in settling the reparations issue. He defends British policy, notes Hughes proposals were never officially communicated, and criticizes Labour leader Ramsay MacDonald’s approach to European peace.
Bayana January 16 Arturo De Saracho formally presented his credentials to President Zayas as the new Mexican minister in a ceremony.
Detroit January 16 a 32 story stabhouse will rise at Washington boulevard and Clifford street near Grand Circus park and theatre circle announced by the Aviation Town and Country club the building costs about 2099000 dollars features include a Zappelin tower a roof hangar an indoor golf court a pool large enough for water polo and a children's club with facilities for six per gang to play at once
Westport January reports indicate the Connecticut Medical Examining Board revoked the medical licenses of Dr Roy Long and his brother Ralph Long of Terryville after a grand jury recommendation. The action follows controversy over education at a medical school now under scrutiny.
Caroline Barnes, a great granddaughter of Benjamin Franklin, will be moved from Los Angeles County farms where she is a public charge to a comfortable home. The Los Angeles Advertising Club announced plans to cooperate with other organizations to assist her remaining years.
New York police launch the 20 000 speedboat Number One to patrol rum banks near Rockaway Point. It tur ned in a first chase but lags behind a rum runner vessel Itita before overtaking the 140 foot sloop off Sheepshead Bay and arresting four crew with a 5 000 whiskey cargo. An air guard boat later grounds near Prum Beach.
Westport, Jan 16 Special Telegram Two more schools are proposed to ease overcrowding. A public hearing with the School committee and Board of Finance is set for January 24. Plans include Greens Farms students and a Junior High with ten rooms. Edward T. Bedford offers 600 for a new Greens Farms building and may donate the site. A site near the Bedford Oval and race track is favored for accessibility. The board will first address Greens Farms, then the Junior High project, with a reserve for land adjacent to the Bride Street school for playground expansion.
Cunard liner Ausonia reached Boston after a two day mid ocean storm delayed voyage from Liverpool to New York. Fifty two of 141 passengers landed, boats smashed, decks torn, and oil poured to calm waves. Rescue messages came from City Durham and Magny as Ansonia waited to sail.
Lawson Purdy of New York will speak at Monday noon's Chamber of Commerce luncheon at the Strat field. Purdy, renowned as a taxation expert, led the New York City Department of Taxation and Assessment for years and chaired the Tax Reform association. Citizens may attend. details appear in the notice.
The Corporation of this city has been adjudged bankrupt by U.S. District Judge Eilevin. Referee John Keogh will cite Thomas to appear for examination by creditors counsel. Claims up to 40,000 are noted, and schedules are being prepared.
Stockholders of the Breweries company received 3 dollars additional payment on each share yesterday. A prior payment of 10 was made on the common stock listed at 26 par. Expect full payment on every share when the plan and property of the company is acted.
Radium and Jersey Silk Petti coats in colors with embroidered flounces priced at 3.59, tailored blouses 1.49, silk hose 1.69, full fashioned hose in black and colors 1.69, and many fur coats discounted. Coats include raccoon, caracal, Hudson seal and muskrat with substantial markdowns from higher prices. Some sizes limited and stock irregular.
Jacquettes Reduced Raccoon price drops from 195 to 165 dollars Caracal down from 225 to 185 Leopard from 200 to 175 Hudson Seal now 185 Civil Cat reduced from 115 to 98 50 The sale lists several animal breeds with marked discounts and new prices.
We offer the lowest prices in the city on all new handmade Philippine gowns and chemises. Hundreds to choose from with dainty embroidery and fine materials. Also Philippine underwear at a new low price. Glove silk vests, lace trimmed nightgowns, step-in drawers, princess slips, and infant dresses in white with embroidery and hemstitching. Prices range from $0.25 to $1.93 with popular sizes available.
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