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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Mar 24, 1921
Page
11
Chicago dispatch reports Mrs Essie McCutcheon Rinleigh a doll designer says boys should be taught to love dolls to prepare for fatherhood She spoke before the Women’s league describing how dolls should reflect mothers and Peachers and benefits of dolls in child character development
An old beauty advertisement touts Wyeth’s Sage Tea and Sulphur Compound as a natural dyeing solution for gray hair. It claims the product provides an even glossy dark shade after simple application with a sponge, fading visible gray by morning.
Philadelphia report details accusations by Mme Jeane Auberlet that George McFadden and his mother in law Mrs. Benjamin Franklin Clyde stole jewels valued at 309 dollars from the McFadden home in Villenova last October. Mme Auberlet sought 30000 dollars to remain silent, claiming to know the full plan.
Police raided a disorderly house at 4 Beardsley Lane arresting one woman and three men. Suspects Vonica Rouge 44 and Joseph etig plus Frank Ronkowsky or Tony Benowsky faced drunkenness charges with bail set. others named, including Charles Atitechet 14 and Joseph Martina 79, faced assault and related counts with heavy bail. Fran cfski 464 South Avenue was jailed on a separate charge. Thomas Wondowlill 245 Sheridan Street was arrested for driving while license suspended.
Mil Cord hospital association receives a special charter by act of Havare. The charter enhances the hospital’s prestige, with the legislative committee approving after Judge O. Pratt urged favorable action. a special meeting will reorganize the association under the new charter.
Omaha dispatch notes the Chicago Burlington and Quincy lines west of the Missouri River will add about 1600 maintenance of way workers on April 1 per district general manager W Talehoty. Houston report says Southern Pacific Line recalls a reduction and keeps 24000 workers on today.
Oystermen in Hartford protest the reappointment of the state shellfish commission. They accuse the current board of malice and improper influence, citing a Supreme Court opinion in Hammond v. Ham mond and questioning ties of Commissioner Wood and others to oyster interests. State Attorney Rowley defends the commission as rooted in policy, while Stoddard of Woodbridge notes no change may be desirable and hints at leasing policy debates.
In Tiridgeport and nearby areas residents reported activity at the Pairfield County Store. Local officials advised caution as shoppers described limited stock and routine commerce during the period.
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An advertisement explains how a film coating on teeth causes decay and pyorrhea, arguing brushing fails to remove it. Pepsodent toothpaste, with pepsin and a starch digestant, polishes teeth and neutralizes acids, promising instant results in ten days and stronger protection against decay and tartar.
A vintage advertisement claims Delatone paste removes facial hair quickly. It describes mixing Delatone with water to form a cuff paste, applying to the neck and face or arms, waiting two minutes, then washing to leave skin smooth and hairless. It warns buyers to ensure real Delatone to avoid disappointment.
A vintage advertisement promotes Mentho-Sulphur as a quick remedy for itching skin conditions like eczema. It claims germ destroying properties and soothing effects, noting it is as pleasant as a cold cream and available in small jars from druggists.
Elizabeth Fenner, a specialist in facial hair removal, advertises permanent reshaping of eyebrows and removal of moles using an electric needle process. Location listed as Bridgeport with room 2060, Conn, and a Bank Boulevard address. Private service emphasizes absolute privacy.
Dentists urge daily Pepsodent use from first teeth appearance to prevent decay. Early care may save children from lifelong dental troubles.
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