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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Jan 29, 1924
Page
18
A dated advertisement touts Pepsodent as a modern science breakthrough that dissolves and prevents the viscous film on teeth, prevents decay, and whitens teeth in a week. It claims to multiply saliva factors to digest starch and neutralize mouth acid, encouraging readers to mail a coupon for a 10 day tube.
Samuelson sues major studios led by Will Hays and producers including Metro Pictures, Goldwyn, Fox, and Paramount. Suit alleges conspiracy to monopolize the U S film industry to drive Samuelson out of business via anti competitive practices and to cripple his credit and standing. He seeks $40,000 treble damages and a permanent injunction against further interference.
Easton weather hinders Miss Tarbell who plans a lecture tour across the south to Texas, the coast, and back via Kansas. She expects to visit relatives and return around April 13, and will discuss topics including Lincoln and the Jague of Ns trans.
A fire incident occurred yesterday morning on Crescent avenue when matches in a top coat pocket lit and set Nelle Diane, 77, ablaze on the right thigh. Miss Alice Booth, 57 Lanoughs street, also burned while attempting to smother the flames. Dr Thomas Davis transported Nelle Diane to Bridgeport Hospital. Damages around $20 reported at 12 Cleveland avenue due to a heated furnace pipe.
Vot lng to the wit of Cornelia S Adams former school teacher filed in Probate court. Lucius Stade, as brother of Stepney, is bequeathed her interest in Lomna healty Co at Loid stup back and a cottage and real fate at Pine Grove. Litch fell county estate limited at 10 600. Harold Bechtel share in a house Lat att 18% Liarlen avenue, Mrs Nihmins part owner, Mamie Penlelas and other relatives left various household items and other assets.
A Norwalk man was ordered to support a child after a court proceeding. The case involved tensions over non support and an admission that both parents had not acted as proper guardians. An understanding was allowed between the parents as proceedings continued.
Balcom funeral services were conducted today in Norwalk. The late Balcom, aged about 41, died suddenly from heart failure yesterday afternoon. Services were held at Jivernue Chapel with private interment at Riverside Cemetery.
Wehlader of Derby was fined $25 and costs in Cit court by Judge Joseph Shipna for reckless driving. He was arrested weeks earlier after his car collided with a vase, damaging property as witnesses described the scene.
John Meany of 757 Seaview Avenue suffered a finger injury after a fall and was admitted to St Vincents Hospital yesterday. The incident occurred when he struck his hand on a sharp object, and doctors reported the finger may be severed.
Two chimney fires in Fairfield caused minor damage thanks to quick fireman action. The first occurred at a large exterior chimney of William Smith on Post Road four miles from Newbury. the second at the home of Rogers on Wilton Street. Fire companies No 1 and the Fairfield unit responded to the alarms.
In Bridgeport the three daughters of the late Charles Tanle sold two buildings and stalls in Danbury’s central business district bounded by Main White and Keeler streets to Augustus Seifert and Grogs of Seifer and Goos coal dealers. Though the price was not disclosed the stamps on the deeds indicate a substantial payment. This is the biggest single real estate transfer recorded in the city, giving the buyers control of most business blocks in the core and making them the largest individual property holders.
George Purdy of Norwalk became the first person in Greenwich Town Court history to decline bail when brought before Judge James Rowford on a charge of robbing the gamboad station at Riverside. Turd pleaded guilty to the robbery and admitted using a ticket to reach Norwalk where he was arrested by traffic detectives. Police believe he may link to other robberies and he will be brought before Judge Mead for a further hearing.
The Public Works Department resumes an old system for ash collection after switching to a different method. Twenty two employees were discharged on Saturday. All collections will be made for cuts and at least a portion of funds to be allocated according to directives.
A tug with two barges faced very heavy seas overnight and struggled to maneuver the tow. After delivering the barges the tug shifted to the return trip toward New York City, with the crew reporting doubt about completing the voyage.
A damaged report notes two stills found and the owner given a suspended term. Names include Tohn Swoaubin of Philadelphia and Ray mond St, with references to a theatre, a past crime, and sentencing details. The piece preserves period tone and neutral wording.
Supreme Court decides against Davidson Patent Company in Navy torpedo dispute over government use of claimed storm-generated mechanisms. Court holds the government did not infringe the patent, dismissal of claims follows.
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