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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Mar 17, 1920
Page
9
Advert for Stuart's Dyspepsia Tablets claiming to digest starches in the small intestine and ease intestinal indigestion. Notes pancreastic action and calcining carbonate as key ingredients, promising relief from diarrhoea and stomach upsets. Encourages purchase from druggists for 59 cents.
Mortality data shows February influenza deaths at 100, with 74 influenza related and 33 pneumonia deaths overall. January had only eight influenza and 33 pneumonia deaths, while mid month totals reported 13 flu and 15 pneumonia deaths. Overall February deaths reach 303. The trend notes about one influenza death per week now.
An old advertisement promotes CINOT claiming it cures kidney and liver trouble. Testimonial by Mr. Norwood extols rapid improvement after three bottles. The note lists twelve herbs and claims nationwide results. Available at multiple drug stores including Main and Concre, Norwalk and Stamford locations.
A vintage advertisement advises using pure coconut oil shampoo to avoid brittle hair from common soaps. It promotes coconut oil shampoo as cheap, effective for cleansing scalp, removing dust and oil, leaving hair soft, lustrous, easy to manage, and suitable for multiple family members.
An advertisement extols asthma dangers and promotes Oxidaze tablets from Hindle Pharmacy and Hartigan. It claims instant relief and long term cure, describes use at distress and before bed, and touts Worcester physician approval as a safe, inexpensive treatment.
Washington reports that Republican Senate leaders agree on a general declaration to guide U S policy in Europe. The reservation says the United States will view with grave concern any upheaval threatening peace and freedom, and consider action under the treaty. Final vote on the pact expected Friday or Saturday after debates on Ireland.
Washington reports that the Pacific and Nile fleets will meet off the Pacific coast next January for their first joint exercises aimed at keeping the navy ready. Secretary Daniels and Admirals Rodman and Wilson approved the plan, with a probable engagement to test strategy and canal transit implications.
A moving van owned by Le M and M trucking of New Jersey driven by William J Newby of Jersey City was struck by a trolley car on Stratford avenue at 7 3 last night while stopped to ask directions to Wallingford. Motorman Peter Petrino of 445 Stratford avenue sustained hip and leg injuries and was treated by Dr Charles Howland and transported to his home.
Funeral services were held yesterday for several residents across Stratford and nearby towns. Mrs. Emily Potter and Mrs. Jennie Sutton were buried in Union and Park cemeteries respectively, with local clergy officiating. Other services honored Mrs. Harriet Quigley, Mrs. Carrie Fowler, Mrs. Myera Fant’s family, and Mrs. Bertha Kubt, with burials planned at Mountain Grove, Lakeview, St Michael’s, and Groantwood cemeteries.
A sensational 1900s style advertisement claims a frog-based remedy named Kon-Opto can strengthen eyesight by 50 percent in a week. It touts dramatic patient testimonials, a guaranteed result, and urges readers to buy from local druggists with a stated Philadelphia origin.
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