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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Mar 21, 1918
Page
3
A fragment advertises genuine Bromo Quinine tablets labeled as a one day cure. The ad directs readers to look for the signa E. W. Grove and promotes a 30 cent price.
Buenos Aires reports the Argentine government struggles to remove Count von Luxburg former German minister. The Swedish steamer Valparaiso refuses to carry him home after granting safe conduct, prompting efforts to send him on a Norwegian vessel sailing soon.
Norwalk reports that Frank Felice was arrested, believed to aid in catching his son George Velice, the 19 year old accused of killing Joseph Quattone. The case sparked questions about police actions, jurisdiction issues, and delayed pursuit, with neighbors noting Velice’s presence near the scene for hours after the shooting.
An old time ad touts Ice mint Teemint Teecanint as a cool painless corn remover. It promises immediate relief from soreness, easy removal of corns, and all day foot comfort. The copy urges readers to ask drug stores for Teeaning and claims strong sales locally.
London reports upheaval in Beluchistan as natives attacked British posts with civil unrest linked to Khotrians. Casualties noted on both sides, with punitive measures and air bombardments by Gur aircraft. Contained within British India protectorate bounds, the region borders Persia and Afghanistan.
Difficulty in staffing the U M C factory in Bridgeport noted by representatives as the plant works to maximum capacity. In four months the force rose by about 4,000 due to Remington plant slowdown, with 1,000 operatives needed immediately to reach full strength. Advertisements for 500 hands appeared, but officials insist 1,000 more are required to hit the target.
Local meeting in Fairfield Avenue hall decided to host the Connecticut state convention of stationary engineers in this city on July 10 12 13. Attendees included Harry Brown state president Deputy Hastings A Morehouse and Boston New England Commercial Supply association representatives. Social time followed the business portion.
On Saturday March 30 Bride park's quota of 146 draftees will leave for Camp Devens Avertis. The Tis a. om. train will stop at Striftford to pick up 21 registrants of Division No. 13 and at Milford for 14 men. Local registrants selected will be notified this week by their local draft boards. Meal tickets will be supplied and one meal served on the train. Recruiting in Bridgeport has fallen off. three men were accepted yesterday and sent to Fort Slocum, N. Y. The men active pled include Sidney M. Rideout and Alfred J. Rideout and Ladtogi- TEENS' COTESlix H. Stoloton.
A fragmented quotation argues money is the root of all evil and questions abolishing money. It reflects on a life without money where love friendship and sustenance endure through simple joys rather than wealth. The author Lile hints at a philosophy valuing inner wealth over material riches.
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