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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Jan 18, 1927
Page
15
A dubious advertisement touts a homemade cough remedy using Pinex and sugar or honey to deliver quick relief for bronchitis hoarseness and winter coughs. It promises a pint family supply at low cost keeps well and is endorsed by a Pills Co. Ft Wayne Ind. and Co.
An article extols a non surgical method for piles promising relief within hours. It claims pills and topical treatments can prevent operation, with doctors allegedly endorsing the approach. Patient testimonials and wide availability are noted, though details are obscured by garbled OCR.
In Groton town court seven men including two federal prohibition agents were bound over to the Superior Court after a hearing. Bonds were set at 5010, and the case involves transporting liquor valued at 260000. The agents Clarence Lovatt and Alexander Weartiind faced suspension, while the others listed include Edward Figuirs Roger Ferreira Arthur Ryan Conrad Lafont John J. Tuite and John Carson.
Special report from Danbury dated January 17 states the fire that consumed a rear shack on Moses Mountain may be accidental. The body of Hears Durgy, an elderly invalid, was found among the ruins alongside testimony from neighbor Paul Church. An inquest into John Gardner’s death is mentioned. Funeral arrangements are listed for the following day.
A newly issued stamp set in Moscow presents a youthful portrait of a nine year old Lenin, depicting him before the Russian revolution. The image marks the first posthumous appearance of his likeness on stamps since his death, as part of a restricted 20 stamp series.
William Wrigley Jr. warns Channel Conqueror George Young to beware of mining stock swindlers after the Toronto winner claims the $25,000 first prize in the Santa Catalina marathon. Wrigley, sponsor of the cross channel swim, cautions Young about confidence men and notes his own mining ties while recounting the near 16 hour battle begun in Santa Monica.
Yale in China reports December 19 student strike led to the closure of its academic departments in Changsha due to outside agitation and demands. Trustees hope to reopen by February 15. authorities note rising radical influence and pressure on faculty, with broader impact on other foreign schools in the region.
Dispatches describe unrest echoing the Boxer era as rumors claim Spanish nuns in Foochow murdered Chinese children, provoking an attack on the church and the flight of priests and nuns. Japanese quarter attacked in Hankow amid foreign evacuations. Britons and Americans leave.
Philadelphia observers report an election officer in the Tenth division of the Fourth ward objected to turning over 2000 ballot boxes to a Senate committee investigating the Ware Wilson senatorial contest. The objection was overruled, an appeal filed, and Supreme Court action awaited. The boxes were subpoenaed as the dispute over seating William Ware and William Wilson continued.
London, Jan 17. The cabinet decided no necessary preparation would be neglected to defend British nationals and property in China. Sir Austen Chamberlain urged moderation while backing readiness. discussions covered potential incidents at Shanghai and possible rapid measures, with Miles Lampson and Charge O’Malley to update ministers.
January 17 report from New Orleans says Tath ers Cabellera Crag and Reside, two Mexican priests, arrived aboard the steamship Winehem Vera Cruz after narrowly escaping a firing squad. They faced execution for allegedly conducting masses in violation of Mexican law. their death sentence was commuted to deportation and permanent exile, with Cabellery claiming U.S. citizenship.
In Harrisburg on January 17, as he nears relinquishing duties, former Governor Gifford Pinchot reflects on four years in office under Fisher. He reports improved health, a 25 pound weight gain, and relief from indigestion. He says retirement agrees with him and his wife.
Painerville Ohio Jan 17 A fake county grand jury began an investigation into immoral conduct involving school children and adults. Three Willoughby youths and a man aged 83 were arrested as investigators trace a pattern of nighttime petting parties along the beach after a nine year old girl alleged an attack.
A reader recounts Thrift Week with a luncheon talk by Mr. Howard Speer and plans to save through careful budgeting. She details discounts at local stores including Buckingham's and Meigs & Co., remarks on household and cosmetic bargains, a furniture sale, and future home plans at Knollwood. The letter ends with family travel chatter and errands for the day.
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