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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Mar 06, 1918
Page
4
Milwaukee candidate Victor L. Berger on the Socialist ticket announces a platform to press Congress for a resolution directing the president to summon the belligerent powers to immediate peace talks and to withdraw American troops from Europe to ensure national security.
Washington reports the Court of Appeals upheld the White House picketing case, paving the way for a vigorous push on $400,000 damages suits by the National Woman's Party leaders Youdley P Malone and Matthew E. O'Brien. Anne Martin of Nevada, who picketed and was arrested, is credited with boosting her Senate bid as congratulatory messages pour in to Martin and Senator Martin.
In Madison Wisconsin a Round Robin was circulated in the state assembly for signatures to record condemnation of Senator La Follette if a formal vote cannot be arranged. It was drawn by Assemblyman Chapple of Ashland, with 77 members present and noon adjournment. Absentees are to report tonight, but it is unclear if enough support exists for a vote.
An old advertisement promotes Sloan's Ointment as fast relief for rheumatic pains. It claims counter irritation reduces swellings inflammation and stiffness without rubbing in. The bottle is clean non staining and economical with druggists selling generous sizes.
Milford notes from March 6 report local World War I letters from soldiers "somewhere in France" praising soil and crops, with home front updates. The piece mentions Mrs J Shields's surprise birthday party, local church notices, Red Cross work, and Mil ford on leave. It covers community events, garden plans delayed by snow, and an upcoming Easter dance by Company J Connecticut Home Guards.
Chicago March 5 Prohibitionists win first skirmish at the special convention of the prohibition national party adopting a two thirds rule to sanction a merger The vote counted 189 in favor and 114 against The measure was led by Prescott Gillilan Ohio state chairman with support from J H Peugh Harrisburg and Dr Charles Scanlon Philadelphia The Chicago faction led by William A Bru Dakers opposed the merger The fate of a possible merger hangs on tomorrow’s platform decision by the national party
In Montpelier and across Vermont elections, women voters showed limited impact on liquor issues. Despite full municipal suffrage, organizers reported no mass mobilization on liquor licensing, with Burlington enrolling about 1,000 women and St Albans seeing predictive prohibition gains amid previous narrow margins.
Springfield news reports burglars blew open the Fox Theatre safe early today and moved a 1,500 pound safe to a corridor before drilling it out. They obtained nearly $1,000 in money and securities, using draperies to muffle the explosion.
An old guideline extols making cough syrup at home using Pinex and sugar syrup. It claims a pint yields a family supply for about 65 cents, with quick relief from dry coughs, hoarseness, and bronchial symptoms, and suggests asking the druggist for 12 ounces of Pinex with directions.
An ad touts Jad Salt as a remedy for aching kidneys caused by meat overconsumption. It claims drinking four ounces of Jad Salts in water before breakfast will flush waste, ease backache, headaches, dizziness, and bladder irritation, with the preparation said to cleanse sluggish kidneys and neutralize acids in the urine.
ARCH entered bearing gifts in the way of balmy weather and sunshine. New upholstery silks, woven in Cheney rooms Connecticut, masquerade as ancient silks. Designs range from Oriental floral motifs to Morris style patterns, Mysore Chinese and Japanese influences, Kensington scrolls, and Batik decorations. Please ask to see them.
Heavy silver plated standards with brown Guernsey ware and white lining priced at 3.00 each. Tea Strainers silver plated with gold liners and ebony handles 0.60 each. Community Plate Patrician Tea Spans set of 6 for 3.00. Dessert Spoons 6 for 5.50. Table and Soup Spoons 6 for 6.00. Medium Forks 6 for 6.00. Butter Spreaders 6 for 4.59. Butter Knives 1.00 each. Main floor.
Government urges use of overalls for women in factory and military work. Women homemakers and outdoor workers embrace the practical garment. Khaki overalls priced at $2.00 and up.
A four piece ivory bedroom set features bed dresser dressing table with large mirror and chiffonier. Dresser and chiffonier interiors are mahogany finished. Pieces show chaste conventional medallions of the period and exquisite finish.
In the Dress Section the first showing of Spring Dresses features attractive models in Botany Serge Jersey Cloth and wool fabrics with silk or satin. Frocks use the best materials and suit present wear. Prices run from 12.50 to 35.00 dollars.
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