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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Jan 23, 1923

Page

4

Deer Exodus From Woods Drives Wildlife Officials

Reports from warrens along the sound shore indicate heavy snow forces deer southward as crews monitor roaming herds in Greenfield Hill and near Fairfield. Game Warden Wilbur F. Smith responded to a damaged deer distressed on a street while dogs pursued a young deer. Observers note eight-year southward movement with several fatalities linked to snow fences and cemeteries.

A. Joseph Williamson Sound Wilton Wilbur FL Smith Goddard Avenue Sturday Nichols Greenfield Hill John A. Boyle Pairfield

Dr Carey’s Marshroot Kidney Remedy Promoted

An old advertisement urges readers to treat kidney and bladder troubles with Dr Carey’s Marshroot. It claims the remedy dissolves kidney deposits and drives out toxins, promising life preservation through healthy kidneys. It warns against neglect and guarantees refunds on first big bottle if no benefit is seen.

Bright Hindle

Man Claims Rheumatism Cure Through Uric Acid Remedy

James H. Allen of Rochester New York recounts years of rheumatism and claims his self developed remedy Allepthy dissolves uric acid deposits in joints and muscles. He asserts the formula banishes symptoms and offers a money back guarantee if the first bottle does not prove results.

James H. Allen Rochester

Water rate decision may boost city tax rate

City Bridgeport faces a water company dispute over charges for water used by the city. Auditor Keating admitted the 28.8 unit tax rate estimate lacked a provision for city charges and would rise in proportion to the compensation allowed by the commission, potentially increasing the overall tax rate.

Bridgeport Eridgeport Hydraulics Company Keating

Will Cite Burns for Contempt of Court

Washington January 22 Counsel for twenty one alleged Communists arrested at Bridgman Michigan said they would seek to hold Willard J Burns head of the Department of Justice Investigation bureau in contempt of court for refusing to answer questions about the evidence against the accused. The questions Walsh said Burns refused to answer related to the preparation of depositions and interrelations of figures. the move to cite Burns would be filed in the District of Columbia court tomorrow. Additional contempt actions were announced against Homer Whitney of the American Defense Society for documents he claimed to have seen. Walsh said he would institute proceedings tomorrow. John D Harris chief of the Division of Accounts also refused to answer questions.

Michigan Burns American Defense Society Walsh Mr. Whitney John D. Harris Division of Accounts Department of Justice Wrg Mtr

Death of Captain Prent Shocks Local Inquest

In Waterbury a seven year old retired sea captain named Tota Prent died after being struck by a car driven by Max Susman age 15. A coroner's inquest heard witnesses say Susman slowed before striking and the umbrella held over his shoulder blocked view. The coroner reserved verdict and Susman faces a manslaughter technical charge. the Botsford Company owns the vehicle.

Tota Prent Max Susman Waterbury John J. Phelan Main Street Patrthcia Avenue Sus Cantoner Susman Botsford Company Waterbur

Riker Named To Lead Fairfield Luncheon Club

Palm field June 22 Special The Fairfield Luncheon club will elect its first officers at Monday meeting at the Beaching The nominating committee last week chose H. E. Riker to president Nominations follow Fearn H EB Riker id Ajroli 8 sur H Rennen Ww Hf Williamson Deyo A 8 Huntington Th W Donaldson lev teox ah

Palmfield Fairfield Tar Beaching H. E. Riker Fearn H. EB Riker Id Ajroli H. Rennen Hf. Williamson Deyo Huntington Th. W. Donaldson Lev. Teox

Red Men to Install Officers Thursday in Fairfield

A venison dinner will be held at the Men’s hall Thursday evening when officers are installed into the Vagnona tribe. New officers include Charless Water, Granville. Joseph Micketty Prophet, Anton Gould, Collector of Wampum, Bernsry Kerney. Keeper of Wanmpum Edward J. Flanagan. Keeper of Records Fred Granville.

Fairfield Charless Water Naan Granville de Junior Sagamore Joseph Micketty Anton Gould Bernsry Kerney Wanmpum Edward J. Flanagan Fred Granville

Labor Bureau reports improved labor marker in December

A Labor Bureau report shows a 2.4 percent rise in employed workers and a 3 percent increase in total payrolls in December from November, based on 5,204 establishments across 43 manufacturing industries. Ten industries fell, led by a 14.9 percent drop in pottery. fertilizer and flour tobacco sectors also declined.

Washington Buseau of

Coast Guard 10 Hold Exams for Cadets in April

The Coast Guard plans cadet examinations in April, offering paths to commission. Cadets undergo training at the Academy and New London, with engineers trained as officer candidates. Examinations will be held in multiple cities including Boston, New York, Philadelphia, Washington, and Seattle, among others.

Acadeur New Landa Wiman Saltservicet Ceane Vorrse Army Navy Marine Corps Guard Academy O¢ Guard Tittle ranLis Boston New London New York Philadelphia Washington Norfolk Savannah West 3Mobile Galveston Buffalo Detroit Chicago Fort Stanton San Francisco Seattle

Fly Lockknife Co Forms to Manufacture Patented Knife in Bridgeport

Bridgeport gains a new corporation to produce a patent button pocket knife. Fly Locknite Company Inc, linked to New York financiers Wiebush and Etter, takes over patent rights from Challenge Cutlery. George Schrade, Bridgeport native and inventor of the Wylock knife, serves as president with L A Van Dyk as treasurer, leasing the former Challenge plant on Seymour Street and starting with about 50 workers.

Bridgeport Seymour Pd. Vari Alstyne Fly Lecknite Company Tnc Wiebush Tter New York L.A. van Dyk Fir George Schrade Fi Lock Company Challenge Cutlery Company George M. Schrade Jaigners

Man Arrested Over Abuse Allegation Amid Disorderly Act

Anthon White, of 327 res, was arrested yesterday on a warrant charging abusive language toward a young girl. He faced fines and a town ban after earlier incidents. a separate arrest involved a Fairfield disorderly base proprietor and a prior probe of Detective Sergeant Frank Hothrook.

Anthon White Allegra Pairfield Fawncourt Frank Hothrook Dso

Fairfield Firemen to Meet Tonight

A meeting of Fairfield Fire Company No. 1 is scheduled for tomorrow evening at the firehouse. The session will address routine business and hill Pertug uff of hills remains unclear from OCR.

Fairfield Aifield Jan Fairfield Fire Company No. 1 Pertug Uff Hills

Relief Fund Opened Here for Musicians

An appeal for funds to aid starving musicians in Amstein and Germany has been issued by the Austro German Musicians Relief Fund treasurer. A committee of over 30 leading musicians will conduct the drive for final sums in this country, with Professor Wilhelm Kintze of Berlin acting as chairman of the distributing committee. In Germany, contributions should be sent to Ernest Urehs in care of Steinway at 104 East Lith Street, New York.

Amstein Germany Lergest Urehs Lictet Mid Camtra Drivg Wilhelm Kintze Berlin Ernest Urehs Steinway East Lith Street

One burglar suspected in Fairfield series, Elwood asserts

Elwood, investigating a Fairfield burglary wave, believes one man is behind all incidents. The latest break in the Center involved entry through a rear window and theft of cigarettes after a sardine snack. An inventory to tally losses continues, with jewelry reportedly missing from a Benson Road home burglary.

Fairfield Constible HH Elwood Whwood Hupghis Helder Benson

Railroad loiterer sent to jail in local case

A man identified as Charen with Wespissing was jailed for loitering at the railroad station near 956 Broad Street. Teasaler of 684 Whires Street also jailed. Three other men arrested on the same charge had their cases meted Pete.

Fabrics and pillow cases at special prices on muslin and silks

Advertisement lists pillow cases 3 for $1.50, white pink and orchid muslin 40 inches, 52 yard taffeta silk fabrics in assorted colors, all wool serges and tweeds, Canton crepes, and velvety Veldyne coatings with wide widths. Prices shown: 39 cents reg, 1.50 sale, silks 1.50 per yard, velvyne $5.58 reg $7.0 per yard.

Do You Get Up With a Lame Back Kidney Warning Ad

An old advertisement warns that back pain signals kidney trouble and promotes Swamp Root by Dr Kilmer. It urges readers to request a sample bottle by sending ten cents and to mail for a brochure with testimonials. It lists symptoms like bladder irritation, sediment, and poor control, claimingSwamp Root treats kidney liver and bladder issues.

Nature Dr. Kilmer & Co Binghamton N.Y Des Kilmer & Co Binghamton N. x I Menibay Dr. Kilmer Byhamton N. Y

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