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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Jan 31, 1922
Page
4
In Danbury January city court Charles H. Brundage former treasurer of the Connecticut Poultry Association faced embezzlement charges. The judge postponed the case until February 6, as reported by the Associated Press.
A vintage ad promotes Dr Edwards Olive Tablets as a liver and bowel tonic claiming improve vitality and a youthful appearance. It asserts ninety percent of sickness stems from inactive bowels and liver, touting gentle, effective cleansing with olive colored tablets priced 15 and 39 cents.
Washington reports high authority said the United States will support Italy in its claim for an Atlantic cable from the Azores to New York. The move aims to settle disputes over former German cables and ensure Italy's agreement to the Washington conference settlement. France currently holds the cable but may withdraw its claim as U S support for Italy solidifies the arrangement.
State police and local authorities continued the investigation into the shooting of Jamar Serjeant, 31, and John Johnson, 42, at a shack on Vernon-Rockville Road in Rockville. Hewitt, Mark, ? hospital interviews indicated the victims were wounded by an unknown shooter through a window. authorities consider possible quarrel among the three men or outside involvement. Both victims were recovering, though weak from blood loss, as inquiries continued.
Pure Cream Stops Head Colds and relieves nasal and throat inflammation. Apply a small amount in the nostrils for instant relief as air passages open and stuffed nose eases. Marketed by druggists for over fifty years with antiseptic soothing action.
Don’t delay visit a drugstore for Baalmann's Gas Tablets yellow package. Take as directed for immediate relief. Expected benefits include easier breathing, reduced nervousness, and calmer heart. Sold by Te Vorggy Bros Hindle Pharmacy and other druggists. Price one dollar. J Baulmann Chendat San Drancheco advertising note.
For lectures, receptions, bazaars, dances and lodge meetings the Business and Professional Women's Club Inc offers tea-room service for luncheon and dinner parties and catering. Liberty Blip Tel Noble 1466 between 11 A M and 5 P M.
Wealthy widow Mrs Daniel Stewart, widow of a capitalistic figure, died when her home near Anchor, Bloomington, Illinois, burned today. Two other women escaped in their night clothes as the blaze swept the house.
Milford police report recovery of about one half of roughly $1,200 in stolen stock after a robbery at Wilford Store. George Curtiss of New York confessed, tied to theft of a car and loot, and was sentenced to a term in Cheshire Reformatory by the Criminal Superior Court in New Haven.
Milford January 30 a new industry opens after W F Concannon and Peter Concannon of Bridgeport secured a patent for a unique shear and scissors manufacturing method. The Milford Concannon Shear Company is incorporated with 20000 capital, 10000 paid in, led by president W F Concannon and director Alvin Oviatt. The plant occupies the Milford Grain mill site on Depot Street with modern machinery to produce surgical, embroidery, pocket, utility, and neg a shears.
A safety mass meeting is scheduled for February 9 in the High School Auditorium. Dr. P.M. Little, director of New York state’s Bureau of Rehabilitation, will address the audience. The program includes a 15 minute community singing, a film titled Nation Leopard and Jiniihorder, two Safety First Aims, a Red Lamp presentation, and a talk by Holmes Edwards dramatic club. The event begins at 1:40 PM with no admission charge.
Due to high patronage and evident success the Elks Bazaar and Fair at the Bike Home on State Street will extend to Wednesday. Attendance is expected to break records with an amateur night and added features drawing large crowds.
The Young Mens and Young Women Hebrew Associations discuss hiring a paid secretary to direct and promote work. The board plans to appoint a secretary, following a recommendation from recent reports by the New England federation.
Captain Daniel Doherty, described as skinpey ands park owner of the wamp Javary, was seized while siphoning alcohol cargo into New York. He was sentenced to serve a year and pay a $1,000 fine in Atlanta penitentiary for violating the Volstead Act. The ship arrived January 19 and Doherty was captured January 17.
Jan 52 Hitchcock, 72, of Waterbury, was arraigned before U.S. Commissioner Lynes on a Volstead act violation. He waives examination and is bound over to the U.S. court on $500 bond. He is charged with maintaining liquor in his apartments at the Sherwood House in Waterbury. Detectives seized liquor and materials during the incident.
New York dispatch reports the Comanche and the Apache from Jacksonville were among the first of more than 49 ships to reach port after a weekend storm. The Comanche endured a hard climb with steering gear failure causing four hours of drift while rations ran low and provisions were rationed.
An advertisement showcases negligees and breakfast coats in crepe de chine, taffeta, and satin in pastel tones with lace details. Includes quilted robes from Japan, envelope chemises in radium silk, camisoles with lace trimming, and night gowns in sheer crepe de chine. Prices range from 1.25 to 88.50. Second Floor.
Hundreds of valentine cards offer cheerful greetings with sober dignity for the year. Old fashioned lace valentines convey personal sentiment and the collection features clever cards for children. Great fun for kids to make their own valentines with a complete craft box on the Main Floor rear.
Advertises rebuilt children’s shoes offered at about one half of original prices. Shoes priced 2.75 3.00 or 3.50 with rebuilding at 1.35, factory refurbishing ensures original look and fit. Notes sturdy calfskin options, sizes 1 to 13 14 priced at 3 or 3.50, Malo Floor rear location and years of steady sales.
A mixed catalog lists titles from Rider of Golden to The Woman from Outside with varied authors and prices. Notable entries include A Little More by W B Maxwell and Loss Valley by Katherine Gerould, plus several others across tangled listings and prices.
A Foster Oregon letter praises Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound for back pain and irregularities. The writer, Mrs W Jubnee, states it helped her perform housework for a family of seven and restored her energy. The testimonial invites others to try the product despite testimonial restrictions.
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