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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Jul 19, 1918
Page
11
Wilton report details crop threats from potato bugs and the aphis. Farmers battle infestations with sprays and carbons as wartime pressures mount. A worm in Cannondale flat pears over corn and sentries guard crops with Bordeaux mixture and arsenate of lead.
Saratoga Springs July 18 Miss Helen Varick Boswell republican women executive secretary told the state convention politics is patriotism on the job and that neither men nor women can vote by proxy. She urged women to vote themselves and cited equality with men as proof of patriotic service beyond the Kaiser era. The speaker added a quip about curing rheumatism by tooth extraction and teeth by corn trimming.
The Ire Com missioners approved a 7900 payment for the second pumping engine. The bill has been passed by the finance committee and will be mailed to the engine makers this week. A fourth engine is expected to be shipped from St Louis on July 1 after a permit is sought from Washington authorities.
An advertisement touts bitamina-like phosphate products, claiming they rapidly add flesh and bolster health for thin individuals. It asserts neurotics and sleeplessness improve, eyes brighten, and cheeks gain color, with a money-back guarantee and wide druggist availability.
An advertisement touts Parisian Sage as a simple, safe remedy for thinning hair, premature gray, brittle strands, and itching. It claims rapid action to save hair before roots die, promises lustrous, abundant hair, and alleges the product lacks coloring or streaking, with a money back guarantee for genuine Parisian Sage.
A testimonial touts Mayr's Wonderful Remedy as the best cure for stomach trouble and bloating. The speaker claims no further days off work after using the product, describing it as a simple harmless preparation that clears intestinal mucus and reduces inflammation. Money back guarantee offered.
Thousands of children suffer worms and many parents miss the cause. Dr True's Elixir is advertised as a palatable remedy for worms and stomach issues. A testimonial from W Roberts of 502 Asylum Street Wisconsin cites a cured child and improved health after using the Elixir. The ad claims the product has sold for six years and invites letters to Dr J F True & Co. Portland Maine.
Bethel reports a State Guard picnic at Putnam park to honor Lieut. Joseph Lynch prior to his draft July 25. Judge Martin Cummingham delivered the presentation speech as 18 couples dined, and Lt. Daye led baseball games. Bethel’s Sunday ball game for draftees draws strong interest. town cyclists and sidewalk safety are under scrutiny amid complaints. Exemption board updates and local poultry theft round out Bethel news.
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