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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Mar 29, 1921
Page
16
An old testimonial from 902 Washington St describes long use of Dr. Pierce's Pellets for a family, praising their help with constipation, digestive issues, and liver sluggishness. The note claims reliability for a wide range of ailments and urges trials for invalids at an address in Buffalo, N.Y.
Mrs Irvine Gould of Erland Ohio writes that her boy is in need of medicine and praises Dr True's Elixir for children. The ad lists common worm symptoms and urges mothers to use the Elixir, noting it is sold at all dealers and offering a large size.
NaWyhcdz Miay March 25. Lieutenant W. D. Denty, transcontinental aviator, who fell with his plane near Crowville, La. last Friday, showed slight progress. His temperature dropped, his mind remained rational, and pneumonia symptoms eased. Doctors said if pneumonia clears he may have one chance in ten of living, though the present state remains extremely critical.
Danbury reported Anthony Asmaar injured in a motorcycle accident at Mill Plain outskirts yesterday. He suffered a compound skull fracture after being hurled against a telegraph pole and has not regained consciousness. his death was expected.
An advertisement claims a simple nightly rinse dissolves dandruff entirely after four to six applications. It says rubbing plain liquid arvon into the scalp at night stops itching, ends flaking, and leaves hair fluffy glossy and soft. Four ounces is all you need and liquid arvon is sold at drug stores.
A Danbury report states merchants will back truth in advertising laws as tensions rise over local business practices. A garage fire at 2% Main Street damaged a fuel station and bus depot, likely tied to competing services between Danbury and Bethel. Loss estimated at 12,900 dollars, insured.
A quack remedy claims quick relief for ringing ears and head noises. Mix one ounce Parmint double strength with 1/4 pint hot water and granulated sugar, take one tablespoon four times daily. Advertises easy nostril relief and stopping mucus dripping, targeting cataract and hearing loss fears.
William P. Green of the National Vigilance Committee told Bridgeport merchants that ads must be truthful or risk losing public trust. He cited oil and patent medicine cases, noted most oil output comes from reputable firms, and praised campaigns that stop deceptive ads. Edward Purcell of the Bridgeport Advertising Club chaired as the group urged stricter standards.
Constantinople dispatch reports Kultaia evacuated by Turkish forces. Greeks now hold the Bagdad railway and push toward Anna. Turkish withdrawal to pen positions cited. Turkish nationalist forces under Kara Rekir march 27,000 troops from Armenia to aid Mustafa Kemal Pasha.
March 8 Baltimore. Tienry Brown, a Negro, desert from the United States navy, was tried and found guilty of murder in the first degree. He was charged with robbing and killing Miss Thelma Kavanaugh, a warder at the United States Naval Academy, on the night of January 14. The verdict stands under federal law and sentence was postponed after a motion for a new trial.
Pirth Australia March 28 Lieutenant MacIntosh who last year flew from England to Australia died in an air accident at Pilbara 400 miles northwest of Perth today His mechanic was also killed and a passenger on his machine was badly injured
A vintage advertisement argues women suffer from nervous debility caused by overwork and digestion issues. It claims organic iron like Nuxated Iron strengthens blood, improves energy, and restores vitality, warning against weak, “bi e” iron and promising refunds if not satisfied.
An old advertisement touts Dr Edwards Olive Tablets as a non calomel liver and bowel aid. It promises improved complexion, appetite, and energy, claiming the olive colored tablets cause no dangerous after effects and noting widespread sales at 90 cents a box.
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