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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Jan 25, 1927
Page
6
A vintage remedy extols hot lemon water as the fastest way to end a cold. Drink a piping hot glass after a warm bath, rest under covers, and expect the cold to fade by morning. California lemon juice with honey or sugar in hot water is recommended as the simple cure.
Washington January 24 The Senate rejected Curus E Woods of Pennsylvania for the Interstate Commerce Commission by a 49 to 2 vote after a three day closed door fight. Woods had support from Mellon and Pepper but faced opposition from Democrats and insurgents. The nomination followed a heated political battle focused on Pennsylvania representation and coal transportation interests.
In Knoxville Tennessee Judge Lindsey, famed for controversial views, plans to debate Denver pastor next April on improving marriage. He argues bootlegging in marriage persists until moral codes by churches are reinforced and society recognizes the failure of the existing system. The piece references a coroner jury and a rival death mystery surrounding Gruham.
Daily rehearsals begin for the Little Theatre League production of Aren't We All to be presented Thursday evening February 3 in Perrin Hall United Church. New members join prominent amateur actors Mr and Mrs Henry Rosale Spetinin of Grenfield Hill and Mrs Conrad Leshar making their first league appearances. An intensive drive for new members is led by Mrs Laurence McCotwal with Mrs William Paxter op and Mrs Meanor Webster coordinating.
Miss Albina Gibson sister of Lord Ashbourne fired a shot at Premier Mussolini last April in Rome. An inquiry into her fitness led to removal from jail to a psychiatric facility on outskirts of Rome. The attack left Mussolini with a slight head wound. Proceedings on criminal trial suspended.
Debates over enforcing temperance measures rise as Wadsworth and Edge urge a national referendum on the Eighteenth Amendment. Senators discuss repeal, hypocrisy in enforcement, and public will, with calls to brief the nation on policy shifts.
Confederate General John McCausland 90, veteran officer, died in his sleep at his McCausland home. Funeral services set for tomorrow morning with burial in Henderson. Surviving officer General Felix Robertson, living in Texas, noted in the report.
In Strubenville Ohio a house fire killed three children Joseph Cross, Hazel Cross, and Mark Cross. The mother Mrs Cross tried to save them but died herself. The incident occurred at the Cross residence near Wedrtan.
In Austin, Jan 4 AP reports in Dr J Frank Norris murder trial the defense portrays him as a spiritual leader guiding 9,009 followers while Dexter E Chipps is cast as the product of orgies and vice. The state portrays Norris as defiling his church and savior, eager for publicity. Judge Hamilton charges the jury. options include acquittal, murder or manslaughter conviction, or a hung jury.
Browning asks for a closed session to hear testimony in a suit against Edward Browning. Justice Seeger reserves ruling as reporters, farmers, and townspeople crowd the courtroom. prosecutors seek fairness and public scrutiny. Seeger notes neither party seems to want secrecy.
58 year old Robert K Safford, longtime owner of a South Woodstock store, died after attempting to fit chains to his car on a slick highway near Abington. He and Mrs Sitford, two friends, were returning home when the chain incident occurred. He is survived by his widow and sons.
Grandmother praised mustard for congestion but mustard plasters burned. Musterole is presented as a clean white ointment made from mustard that relieves pain without blistering. It claims to ease sore throats bronchitis tonsillitis croup stiff neck asthma neuralgia headaches and chest congestion and may prevent pneumonia.
A historical sales pitch claims Marmola Prescription Fablets can combat fat by correcting a gland weakness. It asserts millions know the method, promises surprising effects, and notes a booklet explains the cause. Available from druggists for $1 a box.
The piece urges avoiding laxatives and mineral oils to treat constipation. It promotes cascaras as a pleasant way to stimulate normal bowel action, warns against auto intoxication from habitual use, and touts a clean, wholesome state without needing denture products or additional products.
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