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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Jun 17, 1927
Page
15
A historical health column discusses hair removal options notably X rays and electrolysis, warns against unsafe methods, and notes wax depilation as a temporary aid. It also answers reader questions on greying hair diet pleurisy catarrh and migraines with practical guidance.
The item presents bridge problem discussions on bids by East in various hands, arguing major over minor fits and the logic for declaring with specific card distributions. It cites examples No. 13 through No. 19, noting when to prefer major or minor suits and how hand length and high cards influence decision.
In Los Angeles on June 16 the report of a betrothal between Helene Costello and Douglas Fairbanks Jr. circulated. Fairbanks acknowledged possible engagement while suggesting to ask the actress about the matter. Friends say Costello hinted at marriage plans, highlighting an alliance of two leading film families.
Sanford Stoddard, president of the Chamber of Commerce and former police commissioner, was elected a member of the Board of Park Commissioners yesterday afternoon in Mayor Behren's office. He will serve the unexpired term of the late Charles Stuart Canfield through December 31, 1934 after Council confirmation. The unanimous choice fills a brief, formal session with Louis Kutscher nominating Stoddard and D. Fairchild Wheeler approving the ballot.
Boston authorities refuse to extend the permit for the largest electric sign on a Park Street roof and order its removal by June 30. The decision follows protests from residents across social strata, signaling a curb on prominent urban signage in Beacon Hill.
A reader asks about a three year old grinding teeth at night and a mother worries about sleep. A baby weighs twenty three pounds at eight months and restless sleep is linked to overfeeding and fatigue. Diet adjustments and quiet prebed routine are advised to ease indigestion and improve sleep.
A breezy catalogue of jokes and cartoon captions from The Fun Shop shows humor on world peace, moustache gags, and toyish puns. It features mock dialogues with a barber assistant, family characters, and a three act play excerpt titled Father and Sons, plus quips about wisdom teeth and fruit punchlines.
Readers of the Telegraph are invited to write Mrs Eldred regarding intimate problems and receive personal replies. Address letters to Mrs Martie Mezer Eldred at Bridgeport Telegraph.
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