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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Jan 27, 1925
Page
3
Two nations dispatch joint coast guard teams to locate a missing vessel near Portland. Weather and sea conditions hinder progress as crews report limited communication and unclear last known position. Authorities urge mariners to stay clear of restricted zones while search efforts continue.
Kenneth H Weldner of Ridgefield was greeted by school friends at his home on Saturday January 24 1935 for a surprise 70th birthday party. Guests included many neighbors and relatives who joined in games dancing and refreshments to celebrate.
A man identified as Arnold, aged about 42, drowned after the ice broke on a creek between Devon and Warunt Peach. His body was recovered within an hour by policemen and local residents after cries for help were heard.
Funeral services were held today for a former Wilton resident. The obituary notes the deceased, their family, and local steps for interment, with conflicting OCR text partially detailing service details and kin.
Health officials announce three trichinosis cases in Waterbury as part of a weekly bulletin from the state health commission. The notice outlines measures to prevent further cases and references reported incidents from the previous year.
A historic note details the early mutual exchange system in the city establishing the first real telephone exchange in 1877. It describes operator duties, subscriber connections, and the evolution toward a nationwide network. The piece emphasizes non profit operation and the critical role of early exchanges in linking thousands of subscribers.
A jagged OCR fragment outlines high winds and fire danger around a Huntington residence. It references local meetings, church notices, and community figures, but many lines are garbled. The readable elements suggest a report of weather-related threat and potential public safety actions in Huntington.
A fragmented report notes a Philadelphia court decision involving De Walt Roosevelt of New York and Detroit. The brief mentions Roosevelt and an associate traveling from Boston to Add and references a March date.
The New Home cabinet priced at 69 dollars with plain oak finish offered to club members. The same model in walnut or mahogany priced at 75 dollars. A well known sewing machine praised for quality.
An advertisement highlights a fine model in quartered oak with an automatic lift priced at $59, offering a single item with a promotional note.
The New Ideal portable electric sewing machine costs $39. It plugs into any electric light socket and starts with a foot control. It runs three hours at the low price, is easy to carry, and easy to store.
A brief item extols a reliable home machine as a true economy and a quick fix for many tasks. It notes the device aids quick repairs and easy maintenance, encouraging readers to join the club for access and support.
A dated advertisement touts Stuart's Calcium Waters as a fast laxative option. It promises relief from constipation with fewer side effects than nauseating liquids, claiming benefits for blood circulation and several ailments. The pitch urges readers to request a sample by mailing name and address to Stuart Co. in Michigan.
An old ad touts Zemo as a dependable treatment to relieve itching and clear skin eruptions. It claims the non greasy formula soothes and softens the skin quickly and may heal pimples and other troubles with a trial bottle price listed.
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