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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Jan 31, 1922

Page

3

Laxative Ad Promises Quick Cold Relief

An old advertisement for BRDS TO QUINEXE Tableta claims to ease early cold symptoms. It targets readers with promotional bolding and a brief instruction to take the laxative at first signs of a cold.

First Trip to the Dentist Then and Now

A nostalgic look at childhood dental visits contrasts old harsh “cold steel” extraction methods with modern painless dentistry. It stresses preventing fear, teaching good dental hygiene, and invites families to bring children for care at the Bridgeport clinic which claims over 100000 teeth extracted.

President Names Eliot as Clinton Postmaster

In Washington a report states Eliot was nominated by the President for the Clinton postmaster position. The item mentions a drug advertisement offering an ointment refund if it fails to cure piles and promises instant relief for hemorroidal symptoms.

Eliot Clinton Washington Stescelal Joma Nastmaster Conment

St Jacobs Oil advertised for rheumatic joint pain

An ad promotes St Jacobs Oil as quick relief for rheumatic pain in joints and muscles. It claims the oil penetrates to ease tenderness, stiffness, and soreness, with promises of rapid relaxation and renewed mobility after use. The copy imitates old time medicine pitches.

Rhein Titty Couires St. Jacobs Jack Revinson Theo St. Java

Government Plan of Segregation Opposed by Vets

Veteran writer Harry Hunt argues against a government plan that would segregate disabled World War II veterans into special training schools and camps. He warns such segregation undermines morale and independence, urging integration into general vocational programs and civilian life. He emphasizes the need for contact with the broader community to sustain dignity and purpose.

Harry Hunt van Isl Army Cannes Hs Rinshachie Eivl Junge Hoabert S. Mai Mae Gonacuminandey Dudge Veiot Glen Camp Sherman

Priests From Same Church Hospitalized After Incident

Two priests from St. Mary's RLGC, Rev. Wencallote and Rev. Thomas WAn, are patients at an unidentified city hospital. One priest’s son, Walter Fol, is connected to Bridgeport. Reports describe the men’s condition as serious after a recent event at the hospital. Communications cite double procedures and hospital trauma as contributing factors.

Derry Jr Wencallote Thoms Wan St. Mary's RLGC Atrs Bridgeport Owith Griffin John

Humorous Floods and Divorce Court Case Details

A fragmented humorous clipping recounts Mrs. Berths M. Heller suing her husband for divorce after years of alleged strain. The never ending ruse includes a doctor visit, claims of saving money, and odd courtroom anecdotes about pets, plants, and a bizarre chain of events.

Berths M. Heller Weller

Fragmented Court Transcript Fragments From Damaged Page

Fragmentary OCR text from a court page shows dialogue about alleged acts and relationships. The garbled lines include words like wife, him, stay in home, and various partial statements reflecting testimonies and admissions. The passage is incomplete and hard to interpret but indicates a legal proceeding with witness statements and defenses.

Gadared Weller

Dempsey and Brennan May Meet March 17 at Madison Square Garden

Tentative plans list Dempsey versus Brennan in a 12 round bout at Madison Square Garden on March 17. Reports mention negotiations and signing articles for the match as potential confirmation of the bout.

Dempsey Brennan Han Bedi Rusex Dels Weatd Woxing Bildan Chisago Madison Square Garden Tuniihi Ater Che Marten Lonovan

Kellogg's Bran Promises Relief From Constipation

An old newspaper advertisement touts Kellogg's Bran as a natural aid for constipation. It claims regular use prevents issues, improves digestion, and even purifies the intestinal tract, while suggesting versatile culinary uses and benefits for skin and breath.

Sya Kellogg’s Bray Kellogg's

Cigarette Suspected in Fire at Y M H A Building

A cigarette may have caused the fire at the Y M H A Building on Madison Avenue injuring 3,000. Chief Engineer Tate found no wiring or pipes to blame and officials suspect a late Sunday night party attendee left a cigarette burning. Spectators watched as firefighters and volunteers, including Frederick G. Anderean, responded. About 150 St Joseph’s parish children were evacuated as smoke filled the area.

Y. M A Madison Avenue Daniel B. Tate Elearette Vieiniy Ciris Cantal Frederick G. Anderean Conrad St. Joseph's R. C Cathérine Street

Fraternal News and Meeting Updates for Local Lodges

Meetings tonight for changes of meeting dates corrections or additional fraternal news. Addresses include Fraternal orders Knights of Pythias and Peters Vies Spesidamt with officers referenced. Local schools form an annual association amid scattered notes on lodge rooms and contact points.

Fraterns Talegram Neuaies Mok Nde Phage School Pivsabem Sapst Peters

Died Notices from Unis City and New Haven Area

Fragmented obituary notices list multiple individuals with burial details across January 1922. Mentions include Marie Coughlin Methdden, Mary Nolan, and families in New York and Connecticut. Funeral times and locations appear at local churches and cemeteries, with addresses and dates partially legible.

Unis City Bariary Marie Syscel MASKO Neo Fiuman Ntl St. Miany Noel's Ceane

In Memoriam for a Beloved Daughter Chars Veaneth Jerry

In loving memory of our dear daughter Chars Veaneth Jerry departed this life in January 7919. Parents express faith, urge prayers, and ask no tears as they honor her memory in a family tribute from The Parents.

Tran Seo

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