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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Jan 26, 1918

Page

22

Seized in Street With Ptomaine Poisoning Case

A man named Alfred Id Davonds of Iwi Golden Hill Street fainted on the corner of Chiston HAL and Main Streets after an attack of ptomaine poisoning. An ambulance was summoned and Dr. B. C. Pasath transported him to Colden Hill Street. By late night, he was reported in fair condition.

Chiston Hal Alfred Iddavonds Iwi Golden Hill Street Br. B. C. Pasath Colden Hill Street Eamonds

Finger Torn When Auto Backfired Injures Man

Walter Walper, 27, of 97 Taft Avenue, had the top of the ring finger on his left hand torn badly when his car backfired while cranking yesterday afternoon. Dr. B C Tasuth gave three stitches at the emergency hospital before Walper was sent home.

Walter Walper Taft Avenue Walper B.C. Tasuth

Price of fish jumps in Boston market

Boston January 25 a 206 pound shark sold for 2 cents a pound in the wholesale fish market. Dealers reported the average price for shark recently had been eight cents a pound. No explanation for the sudden rise was offered.

Boston

Coal Fears Grow Amid Exchange Over Relief and Coal

Bridgeport officials, led by State Administrator Russell, push for immediate coal relief from Washington while pointing out there are no dial mines in New England. Officials note 600-carloads daily promised for New England are en route but with uncertain location.

Russell New England Storrow Hsnwac Washington Bridgeport Connecticut Storrmw Carl Siemon Siemon Israel Peck Clinton Avenue Joseph Gills Deacon. Street Garfield United States Robert Tait and Sons Paper Fuel Administration Puel Thomas W.W. Russell

Mule at Devens Puts Four on Hospital List

At Camp Devens Massachusetts a mule named Clinton caused chaos after being captured from missing soldiers. Lieutenant Patrick Donovan and four rookies recovered the animal after a long day. Ex-President Taft spoke to about 3,600 soldiers praising unity and urging victory over Germany. A streetcar collision occurred on Main Street with minor damage and no injuries.

Devens Taft Ayer Mass Dium Patrick Donovan Bridgeport Arthur Ambrose Clinton Bigelow-Hartford Co Camp Devens William Howard Taft German Empire Shakespere Eingland Mr. Taft

Kidney Pills End Years of Bladder Pain Ad in Salem

A Salem reader from R. F. D. No. 2 describes four to five years of bladder trouble and pain, noting relief after using Tobey Kidney Pills. The ad claims Foley Kidney Pills ease backache, dizziness, rheumatic pains, and stiff joints, promoting Hinde’s Drug Store.

W. de Turry Salem Foley Hindle

Pathetic Story by Women Arrested for Coal Theft

Mrs Mary Cheesick of 26 Mollister Avenue and Mrs Susie Miller of 19 Hollister Court were arraigned in city court on a charge of stealing coal. They told Judge Wilder about dire home conditions from coal shortages. the judge released them after hearing their pleas. One woman showed scorched burns and alleged her husband hurled water at her when coal was unavailable. their shoes wore thin and clothing was ragged.

Mary Cheesick Mollister Avenue Susie Miller Hollister Court Wilder

President Stanley Calls for More Police Patrols

President of the Police Commission John Stanley states that the department needs more patrolmen. The commission is reviewing current staffing and workload, with new officers expected to be appointed at the upcoming board meeting.

Stanley Cutiura Police Commission John ©. Stanley Police Department Police Commsion

No Fees Charged for Enrolling of Alien Enemies

Hartford January 25 A Washington telegram to the United States marshal here cites the enemy alien registration law. It warns that no fees or gratuities may be charged by registration officers for administering clubs or for any other reason. It also directs that each registrant provide four 3x3 inch photos with a front view and light background, bearing the registrational signature.

Hartford Washington United States

Local Market Ads Highlight Bargain Prices

Readable ad items show bulk pricing with 6 for 25 cents 35 cents a dozen and 40 cents per dozen. Other snippets note new items and price markers like 49 cents for a product labeled tb. The fragments indicate a period storefront promotion with everyday consumer goods.

Upholsteree and Cabinet Maker Advertisement

Superior fabrics for furniture and draperies offered by Lnique Home for sale. 150 ft front and 125 ft deep, fruit and shrubbery, shade. Apprenticed persons may view. Price apply. Dorr Tf. Whitney, 33 Fairfield or Burpeek K. Shaw, War Oxford Streets, near Stratfield.

Lnique Price Appy Dorr Tf Whitney K. Shaw

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