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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Jun 16, 1921
Page
5
Advertisement urges immediate action against kidney and bladder problems with Marshroot claimed to cleanse toxins. Warns of Brights disease and diabetes risks, promotes Hindle Drug Stores and a money back promise on first two bottles for non-benefit. Public health tone with period ad phrasing and doctor endorsement.
Ste James H Alten, after years of suffering and study, claims a new prescription dissolves impurities in joints and muscles to banish rheumatism. Hindle Drug Stores sells it locally offering a full refund for unsatisfactory results with two bottles.
East Boston at 23 Lamson Street Nellie Woodsford and her children say they live happy and grateful after using Dr True's Elixir The advertisement claims relief for bowel issues bad breath headaches stomach worms in children and adults since 1851 praising the product's laxative and worm expeller qualities.
In Greenwich a mistrial was declared in a suit brought by Christian Hoffman against Charke Merwin Mead, alleging damages of 18000 under state law. John E. Keeler testified before the jury amid remarks claimed to have improperly influenced the panel, leading to the trial's end.
The second section of the city finances investigation by New York researchers for the Chamber of Commerce is nearly ready for public release. Thomas R. Lill informed Seward B. Prices that the section could be forwarded soon and may arrive today or tomorrow.
Pittsburgh June 153 A national fund to erect a memorial to the late Colonel Frederick W Galbraith commander of the American Legion was started here today by Homewood post No 381 of the legion. The post sent a check to national headquarters for its contribution and urged all posts and individuals nationwide to contribute.
New Brunswick New Jersey June 15 President William S H Demar est of Rutgers College was granted a year's leave of absence for travel and writing a history of the college. Frederick Fretinghaus sen president of Mutual Benefit Life Insurance Company of Newark will serve as temporary president. Professor Walter C Marvin was appointed to succeed Dean Louis Bevier who is retiring due to failing health.
Witnesses testified at the second session of Max Hoelz trial that the Communist leader threatened wealthy hostages with death and used dynamite to terrify Saxony residents. He faces charges of murder, high treason, and disturbing public order as authorities pursue his call for aid.
Advertisement urges readers to send for a free trial of a rupture eliminating remedy. It promises rapid tightening of the rupture area and natural closure without a support or truss, claiming even painless ruptures should seek treatment to avoid surgery or gangrene. Coupon requests name and address.
Plans for a summer outing are under way with committees named for the event. Governors and local officials are noted in attendance as stores announce a summer schedule starting July 5 and extending through September 4, with extended hours on weekends.
Bridgeport hosts Saengerfest under the Schwaebische Mayennerchor auspices with two days of events. A morning rehearsal Friday and a high school concert featuring 609 male voices plus soloists will lead to English and German songs. Picnics and peace jubilee Saturday at Black Rock Country Club include meals, concerts by Harvey Hubbell band, dancing, free entertainment, and prizes for singing contests drawing participants from across the state.
Mexico City June 15 American charge d affaires George T. Summerlin held talks with Secretary of Foreign Affairs Pan about recognizing the Obregon government. The president's office announced last night that no practical results had been reached at this time.
Rome June 15 Members of the Italian chamber of deputies were urged to observe discipline and work in concord by Signor Denicdla the newly elected president who spoke to the body yesterday. The speech drew hearty applause from the entire membership including the Socialists. The chamber then adjourned until June 2.
Delegates to the state police association convention will be elected by the Bridgeport branch at a meeting this afternoon at 2 o clock at police headquarters. The issue of insurances will not be discussed. Lieutenant Daniel Poland, president of the association, will reside.
New York report shows average alcohol content of liquors seized under state prohibition enforcement at 40 percent. Since April 7, 5,400 seizures have occurred and chemists have tested 2,500 samples. London item notes Dr Maris hopher Addison resigns from British cabinet posts.
Bridgeport Trolleymen president Jenn J Toohey reported that a second referendum vote on the Connecticut company compromise offer was taken and will be tabulated in New Haven. He said the outcome may go to arbitration and noted Welch from Detroit advised but was not present in Bridgeport.
Vienna reports the Arbeiter Zeitung printed two sensational orders from Hungary's war minister. The documents, marked destroy immediately, allegedly instruct reserve officers to be placed in civilian clothes and listed as part of a disguised statistical establishment amid treaty changes.
Berlin June 15 news that William H. Johnston, president of the International Association of Machinists, was told by the Soviet legation in Riga he would not be allowed to enter Soviet Russia. He planned to study labor affairs and discuss cooperation to foster trade relations with the United States.
A blaze gutted the Ansonia Foundry brass casting plant causing about 10000 dollars in damage. The fire origin is unknown and the plant, employing a dozen workers, operated full time until the loss is adjusted. Operations will resume once the appraisal is complete.
In Hartford two 14 year old boys admitted breaking into at least two homes since April 1 and were arraigned in juvenile court and sentenced to terms in corrective institutions. Money jewelry and other articles valued at nearly $1 000 were stolen.
Ansonia June 13 The body of Alberto Rosai a 44 year old Italian laborer was found last night in a swamp near the Ansonia line in Seymour. Rosai had vanished from his home May 1 and two shopmates at the American Brass Company in Ansonia where he worked discovered the body.
Meriden youth Tune 1a arrest on Lip Lewis 17 North Chird street following an attempted robbery at a warehouse district. U.S. marshal cited warrants and charged him with intent to steal a tool cart. another Meriden resident Lily Centennial Avenue also faced charges.
London dispatch reports the Panhandle State explosion killing two engineers Jonn E. Hitchie of New York and John Green, with Hitchie’s widow in New York and his father serving as chief engineer on the steamer George Washington. The blast occurred Sunday aboard the vessel, and the generator explosion was disclosed to U S consular authorities today.
Paris June 15 The Austrian government will apply to defer payment of American claims while the League of Nations seeks concessions from other creditors. The sole direct U S claim totals 24 million dollars for 289000 tons of flour.
June 11. A majestic statue of Christopher Columbus, a gift from the Italian colony in this city to Argentina, was dedicated here today. President Yrigoyen declared a holiday.
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