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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Mar 05, 1925
Page
6
An old advertisement touts a new iron tonic that allegedly raises strength and energy in two weeks, improving pallor and vitality. It criticizes traditional mineral iron remedies as poorly absorbed and promises quick results without stomach damage, with a money back guarantee if no improvement.
An old advertisement promotes KOJENE antiseptic mouthwash claiming four times the power of carbelia acid and nonpoisonous formula. It boasts no irritation to delicate membranes, one bottle yields a half gallon, and suitability for all antiseptic uses until its price of 69 cents at Hindles Drug Stores and Kinsella Drug Store.
An advertisement touts Flon dex a light hair shampoo that gradually returns darkened blonde hair to its natural golden shade. It claims to soften hair add shine and is non dye with no injurious chemicals. Sold by Hindieen Stores TA Leverty Bros and others with refund guarantee.
A vivid portrait of debutante life in New York circles detailing breakfast sets, footmen, and the era's coming out luncheons. It describes how debutantes manage engagements, rely on mothers or secretaries, and navigate exclusive venues like Pierre's and the Colony Club. It notes the emphasis on social calendars, telephones, and endless dances that mark the season.
Hindles Drug Stores advertises Dare's Menthe Pepsin to relieve stomach indigestion gas and heartburn. The ad touts rapid relief from bloating discomfort and dizziness claiming over 6000 bottles sold in a Jersey town last year and guarantees satisfaction.
Paris reports President Doumgerene sent his congratulations to President-elect Coolidge on inauguration day. The message wished prosperity, peace, and liberty, expressing France's unity with the United States in shared democratic ideals.
An English broad cloth in white only with double twenty inch hem and hem stitched top is offered at 1.59. This is described as a very fine grade and an exceptional value for Thursday only.
New season fashions arrive featuring lace trim and straight line silhouettes. The display highlights updated hemlines, flare accents, and fashionable detailing for the spring wardrobe with emphasis on modern lines.
All new arrivals for spring feature the smartest bags including felt models in light colors and numerous smart silk and leather styles. The collection emphasizes versatile designs for the season across materials and tones.
Thursday only sale features nightgowns of fine soft muslin with dainty lace trim in round square and V neck styles priced at 1.59 regular 1.98.
Main St offers slip-on aprons opposite Elm at 59 cents, regularly 69. Describes extra good quality percale fabric with rick rack braid trimmed edges. A time to supply your needs.
Thrift Thursday special offers a complete layette for ten dollars. The kit includes two dresses two binders thirteen diapers two gertrudes two pairs of hose vests two gowns and one pad aimed at saving mothers time and energy.
Pure silk chiffon hose described as in demand and a wonderful value for future use, offered in sixteen popular shades.
Bargain sale lists petticoats priced to 4.98 with jerseys in dark colors light radium silks and tricolette pett coats featuring pleated and fringe flounces offered for one day only Thursday.
New spring hats priced at three dollars attract shoppers as the season’s best bargains. Early arrival recommended for limited quantities and poke hats and mitton styles featured in this thrift sale.
The Lesson offers Fox Scarfs at 49.50 pounds with a large size option. Available in dyed cocoa beige steel cinnamon and platinum shades, advertised as high quality values.
Thrift Thursday values feature Bengaline at 1.98 per yard and French Flannel at 1.59 per yard. Crepe Back Satin priced at 1.89 with 40 inch width and wide color range. Regular prices cited as 2.49 and 1.48.
A Bridgeport postal workers message extends thanks to newspapers and the public for support in securing a wage increase that took effect January 1. The note praises practical help and a safer adjustment of salaries.
A large advance on tickets for The Merry Travellers at Bethel Community Theatre tonight and tomorrow, produced by the Senior class of Bethel High School. Cast features Mr and Mrs George Dimond of Hartford and local seniors in period costumes, plus updates on town visitors and a pneumonia case.
A naval tug Camila collided with the tug Gaine near Cavite at Sangley Point. The Camila crew were rescued onto Genesee. no injuries reported.
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