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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Mar 10, 1925
Page
16
A bold claim publicizing Pepsodent as a modern dentifrice that removes the sticky film causing dull color and gum troubles. It says two new methods curdle and remove film, resist old gritty pastes, and deliver a visible transformation in days with a free 10 day tube after sending a coupon.
An advertisement touts Cod Liver Oil and tablets as health builders for children, claiming dramatic gains in weight and appetite. It markets the product at 60 cents for 60 tablets, warns against imitations, and references vitamin content and brands while urging parents to use the product for quicker vigor in youngsters.
Dependent heirs of John Tomachik allege a 12 foot lumber fall at the Prank Mirte Lumber Co caused insanity and persecutory hallucinations. Commissioner Buckingham orders alienist exams. hearing continued to March 16. Represented by Steich Reich. firm by ex-Commissioner Beers.
A toy truck driven by Tony Lavatore and owned by Nell Brothers was struck by a northbound Vareo train near Colt’s Patent Fire Arms. The driver was severely injured and taken to Francis hospital. Telegraph service along the line was interrupted for about an hour while the engine derailed and refixed on the track. Conductor T Dupre and Engineer George Devoe led the train, with service restored before noon.
Michael J. Brods, 33, a father of four, hanged himself with a rope at his parents home on Milford Street following treatment for sleeping sickness. He had been released twice after illness affected his mind.
Miss Margaret Grosso aged 25 daughter of Mr and Mrs Michael Grosso of 2h8 Wayne Street will have funeral services today at 8:16 am from her home. A solemn Mass will be celebrated at Holy Hosary. Interment follows in St Michael's Cemetery. Relatives and friends from New York and New Jersey are expected to attend. She worked for Bedell and Company three years and had been in ill health. Survived by four brothers James Frank Anthony of Bridgeport Joseph of Miami Fla.
Governor Miriam Ferguson signed a bill prohibiting wearing masks in public in Texas. The measure carries penalties for masked individuals entering public buildings, churches or private homes. It targets secret societies parading on public roads or streets and becomes effective immediately.
Danbury proprietor Elgar Caruba of 49 White Street was severely injured when struck by a motor truck at White Street and Iveris. He is in Danbury Hospital with spinal and other injuries. Driver Richard Eley, 24, arrested on charges of reckless driving with $500 bond set pending his victim’s condition.
Jane A Clark of Long Hill, 85, who died, left the entire estate to be disposed by preliminary clauses but added new bequests in a later instrument filed with Probate Court yesterday. Beneficiaries include son James, Rev George Clark, and another son Dovale. Homestead goes to Rev Clark. residue split between George and James. Minor bequests include household goods, Aunt Henrietta Grumman’s dishes to Josephine Morehouse and $75 to St Matthew’s Cemetery association. Hearing before Judge Frederic A Bartlett set for next Monday morning.
Hartford March 9 Charles W Skinner chief clerk in the state school fund office will apply to the Board of Control for retirement soon He earned 2000 a year pension after 26 years in fund service and 19 years as chief clerk The school fund closed March 1 with 2021821 net profit 11448291 devoted to public school education
Otto Wagner was elected president of a permanent Bridgeport post office car service workers organization Sunday. A charter from the National Federation of Post Office Chauffeurs and Mechanics established local 3% of the federation. Officers named include Vice President Harry ually, Secretary William H McAuliffe, Treasurer George O Goodwn, Trustees John Marsden for three years, Frank Hervitt two years, and Harry J. Page for one year.
Dr William T. Coon and Wiss Louie Spence will explain city health agency services to Case Work division of the Council of Social Agencies on Thursday. A further meeting with Employment Managers association representatives is scheduled for Friday.
March 9 Los Angeles motion picture director Marshall Neilan and his wife Blanche Sweet were involved in a floor dispute at a suburban cafe. Officers said Neilan sparked the trouble by objecting to his wife's dancing partner's conduct.
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