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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Jun 08, 1922
Page
6
Very finely pleated bands are a popular trimming for printed fabrics. The bands feature intricate folds and uniform width, adding decorative detail to material. Experts note their versatility for collars hems and decorative borders.
Prof F T McIntyre describes years of foot misery and relief after using Gypsy Foot Relief. He claims the remedy stopped burning and hardened skin quickly, offering dramatic personal testimony. Sold locally by Hindle's Drug Stores and Leverty Drug Stores.
The Connecticut Lions district convention in New Haven heard Mayor David E. Witzgerald of New Haven welcome 201 delegates. Officers elected included Major George J. Hewlett and Ernest M. Butler as district governors and Charles M. Yale as sergeant at arms. Next district meeting planned for Bridgeport, with hopes of growing membership and prestige. Afterward, attendees attended a Yale Hoy Cross baseball game at Yale Field.
A long ago article explains that using a lamp socket or other grounded electric conductors can pick up radio signals, but an outdoor aerial remains superior. It warns of electric shock risks, fuse damage, and grounding issues when wiring through home power lines. The piece notes that wired wireless could broadcast via lighting wires, yet practical use favors proper antennas and safe, insulated handling.
Special meeting of the New Sixth District Republican club at 2412 Main Street will discuss an outing to the new grove in Golden Red venue. The Ninth District Republican club holds its regular meeting on East Main near Arctic Street, with action anticipated for entering the big Acid day on July 29.
New York June 7 Augustus Thomas the playwright William P Harding governor of the Federal Reserve Board Ignace Jan Paderewski and Baron De Cartier De Rehienns Belgian Ambassador received honorary degrees at Columbia University's 165th commencement. Two thousand five hundred and sixteen degrees were awarded.
Former U S Senator Lawrence I Sherman urged Lincoln college students to burn school histories. He warned it is safer to seek exceptions to rules than to oppress them, and argued disciplined ideals must be taught or civilization will fall into a dark age. He cited ancient times and modern educators as guiding forces.
Washington reports the navy salvage ship Watson has orders to salvage the former German submarine U-111 sunk last June off Cape Henry light while en route from Portsmouth New Hampshire to Hampton Roads to be used as a target. The submarine lies nose down about 30 feet deep and is described as a plan for disposal under allied agreements requiring deep water sinking or total destruction.
In Moscow on June 7 the Soviet rouble’s drop devalues daily costs as cab fares and menus show prices in “leemon” terms. The curb exchange has slipped to around 1,000,000 rubles per dollar, with one lemon equating to roughly 25 cents American, affecting meals and services.
Paris reports a Paris court decree states the divorce between Alexander Cochran and Madame Ganna Walska will become final August 14 after a sixty day period. The preliminary decree was granted Friday with reps present and exemptions for holidays and adjournments.
The State Personal Liberty League meeting in Stamford endorses nominating only candidates who favor sale of light wines and beer. Officers chosen for a year include President O. J. Sehust, Vice Presidents Hay Lange, F. L. Neebe, William Buckley, August Beutler, Gustav Buchler, organizer John Riley, and secretary treasurer John Carrick.
The new government submarine 8 49 left the local harbor on navy orders for its time in full commission. Navy personnel Lowell and Trey reported on the operational departure and the vessel's entry into active service.
Arthur F. Keenan of 259 Beach Street Bridgeport was arrested on alleged DUI after his auto struck a Stratford car driven by T. R. Hoffman on the Post road in front of Miss Annie B. Jennings estate. Keenan released on $250 bond for appearance Monday morning.
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