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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Jan 30, 1920
Page
8
An ad promises a night time drop product that removes corn and relieves pain without effort. It claims to lift and loosen corns, stops pain quickly, and offers a money back guarantee. Distributed by E. Lawrence & Co and sold in Bridgeport with multiple pharmacy endorsements.
Washington, Jan. 29. The Shipping Board delayed action on bids for 30 former German passenger ships used by the army. Chairman Payne said the delay aims to ensure a fair market price by adding estimated reconditioning costs to bids. War department objections are expected to be waived, with assurances the vessels stay under the American flag and serve in case of emergency.
Claims totaling 32,189,716.83 Mexican pesos for damages from the Mexican revolution were filed with the Mexican indemnity commission. General Eistebano B. Calderon, chairman, reported to the treasury and public credit secretariat, as cited by Excelsior of Mexico City.
Washington reports a cable from Vladivostok says four American Red Cross workers captured by Bolsheviks in Siberia are not in danger and release requests were sent via the Czechs to Soviet authorities. Names listed: W H Ford Ilingt on Oklahoma J M Mehill Jaroso Colorado Otto W Lowe New York Edward J Charette Stockton California.
El Paso reports James Clegg, superintendent for Manta mining at Eulalia, Mexico, was held up and robbed of several hundred dollars the prior Saturday while returning with payroll money from Citablo City according to a message received here.
The eighth annual auto show opens Monday at the Armory across from Jacob Riding, under the Fourth Infantry Connecticut State Guard. Benjamin Stoiber leads the exhibit plans featuring 400 vehicles, 100 accessory displays, and vast space at the Jacoby Building. Admission is 80 cents with music and entertainment scheduled for afternoons and evenings.
Paris January 29 The Jugo Slav reply to the allied note on the Adriatic question refuses the Italian compromise but asks permission to present alterations to the powers. It states the royal government cannot accept the proposal in full and seeks the powers to allow changes to ensure stability in the Adriatic region.
Budapest January 29 Premier Huszar announced Hungary will be a monarchy and the new king will be chosen immediately after the national assembly convenes February 6 to elect a chief of state. He criticized the strong showing of the Christian party and noted names considered for the union today.
George M. Reynolds, president of the Continental and Commercial Bank, testified as a character witness for James Bruce, head of the Farmers' Tractor company, before Judge Landis in bankruptcy proceedings. Reynolds, who has known Bruce for 25 years, said a man who has led an honest life up to age sixty is unlikely to become crooked, noting Bruce’s past community leadership.
Lieutenant Bernard Vanderbilt Eekhout died morning after his single seater Nieuport crashed near the Guantanamo naval air station. The Atlantic fleet commander Admiral Wilson witnessed the accident aboard the hospital ship Solace. Lieut Eekhout resided on Staten Island. Members of the Miamogue Yacht Club plan an old fashioned New England boiled dinner on Saturday night January 31 with Chef Bob Roberts in charge.
Found at Last Real Hair Saver And Beautifier Quickly Makes Dull Hair Abundantly Soft and Fluffy. Parisian Sage advertised as a guaranteed remedy for dandruff itching scalp and hair loss with money back, backed by testimonials. First application promises immediate scalp and hair improvements and promises long term abundant hair.
An old notice claims Bayer aspirin tablets in a Bayer package provide proper directions for headache relief. It asserts Bayer is the genuine aspirin prescribed by physicians for nineteen years and notes boxes of twelve tablets cost a few cents, marking Bayer Manufacture.
Old advertisement touts Doura Dyes with guaranteed color results on wool, silk, linen, cotton, or blends. The Direction Book allegedly outlines precise diamond dyeing methods and color cards to ensure no mistakes. Includes dresses, sweaters, ribbons, draperies, and more with guaranteed fade resistance.
State of Connecticut District of Bridgeport Probate Court January 1920 allows six months for creditors to file claims in the estates of Phoebe Jane Peet of Bridgeport and Charles I Manler of Bridgeport. Those neglecting to present properly attested accounts will be debarred. Debtors urged to pay promptly to William A. Pret, administrator, and Frederick E. Morgan, administrator of the Manler estate, address 1115 Main St, Anileepore Conn.
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