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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Mar 08, 1918
Page
4
Former British ambassador James Bryce signals support for the Win the War for Permanent Peace convention to be held in Philadelphia May 16 to 18 under the League to Enforce Peace. He praises the effort, regrets his absence, and notes plans to send a British League of Nations representative.
London March 7. Andrew Bonar Law announced in the House of Commons that Britain's allied loans up to February 9 totaled 1,264,000,000 pounds. Dominion loans added 180,000,000 pounds. End-year debt projected at 5,900,000,000 pounds. Daily spending since year start about 6,557,000 pounds. A 600,000,000 pound credit lifts wartime total to 6,842,000,000 pounds. Treasury funds sufficient to year end. new vote to begin April 1.
Albany March 7 The New York assembly by a wide margin adopted a resolution asking clerks of the U S Senate and House to send a certified copy of Congress vote on the federal prohibition amendment as soon as possible This move could delay ratification in the assembly and may hasten court tests of constitutional validity, with next Tuesday set for the ratification vote.
Washington March 7 in the presence of officials the honor flag of the third Liberty loan was unfurled at the treasury. A red bordered white banner with three vertical blue stripes was shown publicly for the first time. Thousands of flags will be made and one will be awarded to communities exceeding their subscriptions quota when the third campaign opens April 6.
Atlantic City March 7 Taking the lead for the Methodist church the New Jersey Methodist Episcopal Conference today demanded abolishment of the course of study and the elimination of the designated teachings for new ministers. It referred the matter to the 1920 general conference with a recommendation that powers now held by the commission be transferred to the House of Bishops. A campaign to arouse Methodist sentiment was authorized. Bishop Edwin Hughes of Boston chairs the commission.
Daytona Florida March 7 The Vice President Thomas R Marshall and Gov Catts joined in the dedication of the Daytona educational and industrial school for negro girls. Built through Mary McLeod Bethune efforts with winter visitors. Marshall urged broad general education for negroes and career training for all men. He called for a psychologist in every school to guide pupils future study and life.
Washington March 7 steel manufacturers urged the government to fix prices on all products entering steel manufacture to stabilize the fixed price for steel. The move targets inflation control and consistent pricing across the industry.
Hartford reports the federal food administration clarified that no hardship is intended for farmers by requiring substitutes with white flour. Regulations allow selling white flour to a farmer without substitutes if the farmer proves stock of substitutes is for human food. Since Feb. 26 the white flour sale limit is 49.5 pounds per transaction.
Gov. Holcomb appoints Harrison Hurd of New Haven as harbor commissioner to fill the vacancy from J. Frederick Baker's resignation until the next legislative session. Hartford March 7.
An old style ad proclaims Gets-It as a painless corn remedy. It promises quick relief with two drops without fuss or cutting, claiming to end limping and replace greasy salves and bandages with a simple home treatment. The copy cites Chicago based E Lawrence & Co and local Bridgeport recommendation by Hindle Drug Co.
An old advertisement warns that overeating rich foods harms kidneys and bladder. It promotes four ounces of Rad Salts dissolved in water taken daily to flush and support kidney function, claiming ease of use and safety for households. It stresses moderation and constant guardian effort against kidney trouble.
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The Leather Goods Department has relocated to the east end of the main floor near Fairfield Avenue entrance. New cases display handbags and purses in satin suede and patent leather, with colors like gray blue old gold purple and brocades. Cordova leather items for men include watch cases blotters and card sets, plus khaki cases for soldiers and pocket French conversation books.
A new lot unpacked from tissue wrappers features blouses in fine batiste and voile with Filet lace, drawn work, eyelets and laid motifs. Includes dressy models and tailored items, appealing to both fashion and business wear. assortment praised for quality.
A balloon of items headlines Easter brooches and LaVallieres in gold filled Oriental pearl settings, with 50 cent earrings and a new assortment of frocks on the main floor. Crepe Chine fabrics, nets, and Georgettes dominate holiday fashion while Crepe de Chine shirts and Madras metric shirts headline men’s spring wear on the second floor. Upholstery Silks on the third floor attract attention for decorative fabric effects.
A fragment lists sugarless tidbits and stuffed apricots with prices 60 cents, and assorted nuts at 1.00 and 1.25. Reference to lent theft and a main floor entrance near Main Street suggests a small-town shop offering snacks and nuts.
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