18 Mar 1918
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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Mar 18, 1918
Page
1
A fragmented sermon argues that faith and duty guide believers through political strife. It cites Lincoln, the Union, and Lincoln’s call to courage, urging Christians to stand firm under fire for their faith and country.
Fragmentary ad style text touts health claims about warding off ailments and improving digestion and breath. Contains unclear terms and nonsensical phrases, with references to supposed products and remedies lacking verifiable context.
The advertisement extols Lifebuoy as a health soap that cleanses and antiseptically protects the skin. It claims the product drives away the odor of perspiration, purifies and refreshes the skin, and improves its condition with daily use for face and hands. Lever Bros. Co. promotes buying a cake at groceries or drug stores.
A lengthy, partially legible report covers the formation of a Jewish Welfare League in Benigepart, noting key organizers and officers elected, the meeting’s procedural steps, and plans to train members. It references committees, by laws, and multiple local figures and institutions, with emphasis on community mobilization and fraternal aid.
Yesterday's casualty list includes 49 names with severities noted. Many are listed as wounded severely or slightly with ranks and units. The report mentions a city court action tied to a fallen service member's estate and funds. This item preserves readable names and places from the source.
Merc Ostrander spoke at Redeemer Universalist Church delivering a critical wartime address. He charged Germany with atrocities including bombing civilians and violating neutral ports while urging defense of the British Empire and allied civilians.
An old advertisement text urges readers to seek nervous system relief through Willard Wilkins Medicine Co. pills touted as toning the nerves and improving general health. It warns of stress and hysteria from high costs, and promises a booklet describing nervous conditions and treatments. Pills sold by druggists or by mail for 60 cents per box, six boxes $2.50.
A disjointed ad urges readers to take Cascarets to feel grand and clean the insides. It promises relief from sour breath, stomach spasm, head and stomach discomfort, claiming a box from any drug store can help.
In a crowded display at Smith's Gun Store, items including docks, guns, revolvers, and saws are offered for repair or sale. The notice lists tackle and sporting goods and mentions Wall Street and Torenhone in association with the shop. Many phrases appear garbled, but the core idea centers on repair and sale of firearms and hardware at a local gun store.
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