Elimination of Big Packers Urged by Witnesses
A testimony argues the breakup of a dominant meatpacking firm to curb concentration in the industry. The witness contends the Packers should be held to prevent control by a holding company and to split ownership from rail interests. He advocates transfer of packing stock to diverse distributors and independent stockyards.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ertuilon
Neers
Indadtey
Wien
Lasagvar Aldo
I Holding Company
Paccor
Dustra
Wood
Ayestock
Pianta
Lasa
Vaudeville and theatre listings shine at local venues
The page details performances at Park, Lyric, Hippodrome, Empire, Strand and Strand theatres, presenting acts from Moon Wights and Honeysuckle to The Goth Chair, Wabash productions by WIL Rovers and a Georges Scarborough comedy. Notable cast include Judith Baldwin, Ruth Chaderton, Miss Chatterton, and Mabel Crulith. A mix of vaudeville, dramas, and new films runs through the week with star turns at multiple venues.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rex Uel Shekwin
Leroy Sentit
Wlenar
WIL Rovers
Tnig Pleture Rovers
Bromewig Ilterina Po Byte
Real
Jaeleine
Wana
Cartooniig
Jack Roddy
Washington
Plaed
Ong
Miss Chatterton
Zere
Eryone
Hippodrome
Stratford
Wailate
Paramount
Wewbhorng
George M.cohan
Dotrins Fairbanke
New York
Dias
Galli-Curci to perform at Polis Theatre Sunday
Galli-Curci world renowned soprano will sing Sunday afternoon March 7 at three o clock in Bridgeport Poli s Theatre under the direction of concert manager Rodolph Steinert of New Haven. Tickets are selling fast at Greinert s 916 Main street telephone 646.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Main Street
Wage Advances and Postwar Earnings Discussed
A fragmented report notes wage advances and the impact of Austrian currency on wages. It references a recent strike by sailors seeking 65,780 crowns yearly and contrasts prewar earnings around 2,700 crowns with assistant tailors and plain sewers asking 36,000 crowns annually, indicating a volatile postwar economy.
Misunderstanding Brings In the Coin
In a dental chair Dr R A Munro asked about pain but the patient dismissed it, demanding payment and a receipt instead. A separate item mentions a fancy dress ball and a funeral service arrangement for Thomas Jannon at 181 State Street with commander signatures.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
R.A. Munro
Pastel Stent Gloves Draw Attention at Evening Event
The article notes pastel gloves worn by women at a late evening gathering, highlighting their colors and style as a fashion fad. It mentions related accessories and the loosening of formal restraints in conventions, with broader social implications.
Local Woman Praises Cinot Treatment Effects
Mrs Grace Henry of 389 Shelton Street Bridgeport reports dramatic relief after starting Cinot claiming weight gain improved appetite and digestion. She says she could not feel worse before, now has gained about twelve pounds and no longer needs nightly laxatives. Product advertised by Harty Drug Stores and listed stores.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Grace Henry
Shelton Street
Bridgeport
Pis
Gilla
Harty Drug Stores
Fairfield
Smin
Congress Streets
Vale
Duii
Switegy’s
Aport
Westport Drug Co
Westport
Pleisted Drug Co
South
Norwalk
Danbury
Mahoney's Corner Drug Store
Sheltonestes
Deroy
W. Shikh
Oni
Semour Drug Co
Seymour
Travelers Aid Society to Meet at Stratfield
Bridgeport report notes 1920 period readings and yearly work by the Travelers Aid Society led by Merulah Ferria, detailing efforts to assist travelers and addressing dangers on lonely streets with incidents of hair theft and scalp snarls.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Coe Travemre
ATID
Travelers Aid Society
Stratfield
Bridgeport
Traveler's Aid Society
Murs
Erah Ferria
Gata
Scalpars
Ners
Jake Iris
Saen
Syomon
Catarrh Cured by Pleasant Germ Killing Antiseptic
An advertisement touts Hyomel inhaler made of hard rubber, portable in a purse or packer, promising rapid relief from catarrh sore throat crow s rexede and colds. It claims antiseptics help nasal membranes and offers money back. Sold by druggists everywhere.
Don’t Spoil Your Hair By Washing It
Advertisement advises against washing and promotes using Mulsied coconut oil shampoo. Warns common shampoos irritate scalp. claims coconut oil formula is grease-free, cheap, and cleanses well. Recommends applying with water, creating a rich lather, rinsing thoroughly for quick, soft, bright hair.
A Home Treatment for Asthma Ad Promises Relief
An advertisement touts Oxidaze tablets as a harmless home remedy for asthma and bronchitis. It claims quick relief within minutes, asserts benefits for coughs and breathing, and offers a guarantee to refund the full purchase price if not satisfied. The ad lists drugstores and brands, urging use before sleep to ease nightly breathing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nass
AL Hinds
Joseph Cardgan
Wee Nettie
Hlany
Gregth
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Samuel Goltavyn Nix Beach
Roy Scott
Pawi Surheals
Harold Lloyd
Broadway
Carl Dean
Randolf & Halcome
McMarus & Menulty Late
Argonne Players
Adora
Beekman
Hearst News
Higgins
Pius
Poli's
Wenst ‘Vimes
Richaty Searding Davis
Soreia Soldiers
Motherarth
Im Jigme
Chahta
Soldiers of Fortune
ORHAK
Mack Sennctt
Paytrayins
Jazzovine Minstrels
Goldy’s
Harmony Kings
Maly Street
Ainment
Pvt
Thomas Bresnanan
Mecorataor & Latery
Mars
West End
State St
Clifton Ave
Tmsenys Maclaine
Paris
XTRAL
Wallace Reid
Riot “Hawthorne
U.S. A
Totley
Bryant Washburn II
Chamber- In & Shropshire
Texas
Ryan
Antonio Moreno
Comedy
Qality
Colordal
Fatfield Agene
BP. c. Lester
New York Society Teachers of Dancing
Vanceé
New Ances
League Studio
Residences
Park Ave
Tels Noble
Big Fark Ave
Schneider
Dancing Studios
Central Axe
Husalan
Bobby Gore
Six Amerccn Ganters
Verona Hall
Ruth
Chatterton
Honeysuckle
George Scarborough
Henry Miller Theatre
Noy
City
Empire
Bryant Whradhurn
Empire Theatre
Tadage
Srehiong Ole
Ropert Andersen
Thasian Soviet
West Wand
Mindlaine
Traveree
Biltle
Norma Talmadge
Pha
Welraa
Fo Agta
Galli-Curci
London
Philip B
Williams
Robert Anderson
Harry Carey
McEneely
Qudlte
Quilty
Colonial Wall Room
Fairfield Eeenue
Winous
Amy
Adseine Sion
Corflipl
Gach Hesby
Rockwell & Co
Main ST
Modart
Madame Irene
Madame
Irene Corsets
Locomobile ‘Company
Ee Girla
Eee
Ee — Union Metallic
Mate Ang Co
H. O. Canfield
Honsatonic Avenue
American Tobe. and Stamping CO
Ea Power Press
Ebridgepo
Fvel Manufacturing Corp
Bande & Harman
Bryant Electric CO
Blue Ribbon Body CO
Fille Ee
Wrichman
Tomato Machine Tool
Machinists and General Found Company
Sridguport Piston Ring Company
Sid Street
Porcupine CO
Youngman
Bridgeport Metal Goods
Manufacturers’ Association
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