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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Jan 27, 1922
Page
13
Assistant city clerk Robert M. Jones works on a municipal personnel manual for 1922 detailing elected and appointed officials names, department heads, commissions, and staff. The draft erases many former names as it records new appointees and departmental staff.
Representative Tom Connally of Texas introduced a resolution to investigate alleged machinations by American moneyed interests to obstruct recognition of Mexico's government under President Alvaro Obregon. The inquiry, based on evidence Connally has gathered, covers many months and will set its form at the next hearing.
An old advertisement touts Kellogg's Bran as a permanent cure for constipation when eaten regularly. It claims benefits for all ages, urges daily consumption, and highlights bran as a natural, non irritant aid versus pills. It also notes multiple recipe uses and strong endorsements from physicians and households.
An advertisement extols Tanlac as a powerful reconstructive medicine to treat stomach troubles and restore strength. It claims to restore appetite, energy, and red blood, detailing testimonials from the United States and Canada and naming Bridgeport Southport and Fairfield retailers.
Figures submitted to the United States Health Bureau show Bridgeport ranking among the ten leading cities for infant death rates. The city reported a drop from prior years with only eight deaths per 1,000 live births, crediting aggressive infant welfare programs and district health visits.
Miss Robina Stewart reelected president of the Connecticut Scene of Nursing Education at the three day state nursing convention in Hartford. Katherine G. Kimmel, superintendent of nurses Bridgeport hospital, elected vice president. officers and activities noted, next meeting set for Waterbury in March.
A dramatized reading of Peter Ibbetson from George Do’s book will be staged at the Universalist church next Sunday evening as part of Cheerful Sunday services. Elsie Ferguson portrays Mimsi and Wallace Rei plays Gaga, recalling a prior era when Jon Barrymore starred.
John Ambruzy of Aogonix convicted in burgary after breaking into the home of Dr. Goldstein. Judge Keeler of Superior Court sentenced him to two to ten years in the penitentiary.
Advent Christian church held a salon sale on the church premises at 1188 Kowth Street from noon to five. Volunteers including Mrs G S Lyons and Mrs T J Me To help Ye chaired the event aiding foreign missions. A variety of goods such as cubes cakes jelly eggs and candy were offered. Boston baked beans were a hit while spiced preserves ran short. The sale was run by Mrs George Ravens with help from Mrs Tod Monts govery and Mrs Alice Lewis.
Mrs Calttian, a phone operator from the Southern New England Telephone exchange, received a distinguished service citation and a bronze medal in a Bridgeport district ceremony attended by company officials and 260 guests. The event celebrated her actions during a September 1930 storm and highlighted her bravery and assistance in keeping the system operational.
An advertisement touts Bly's Cream Balm as a nasal antiseptic for stuffed heads. It claims the product penetrates air passages, reduces swelling, and clears nostrils with a small bottle sold at general stores. The copy promises rapid relief from congestion and snuffling.
An article discusses the pressures faced by 20th century women including work and social demands and endorses Lydia E. Pinkham’s Veritable Compound as a safe root medicine claimed to aid women’s health. It cites experiences of readers helped by the remedy and urges confidence in its health benefits.
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