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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
May 03, 1920
Page
5
A vintage advertisement touts Poslam for itching skin disorders and eczema, claiming rapid relief and clearer skin. It mentions Poslam Soap for tender skin and directs readers to Emergency Laboratory at g4q9 West 47th St New York for samples.
A Bridgeport event entertained soldiers stationed overseas with a social gathering in a city council hall. Arthur Dunn, Wanlen, Nettie Murray, and Jack Donahue led performances while many locals contributed songs and dances. The program featured a lively array of acts by residents known in the community, drawing a warm reception.
Stratford residents staged a dramatic public event with a controversial oration by John Z. Cotter accusing opponents of eroding law and order. An airplane from the Lordship district circled overhead as the crowd listened, marking a tense moment in a noisy observance.
Reports say May Day passed with little disruption in Bridsenort as authorities deployed troops and guards to maintain order. A few hours earlier a force from Ghlesh prompted cautious actions but no large protests materialized, restoring calm amid tense conditions.
In a special city court session Judge Bartlett discharged Salomon Sadesch Harry Mesard Francis P Green and Harry Greenstein after finding no probable cause on charges of conspiring to defraud Andrew Fiehels of 1000 in a patent rights deal. Klein for Greenstein attacked Sighels, who allegedly instigated the charges, and Nichols faced defrauding twelve backers of his patent water heater project over seven years.
A fragmented report indicates Algonquins decided to boost membership from 409 to 500. The move aims to include two popular vote terms by members, with emphasis on expanding clit access and overall interest in the organization.
An old advertisement touts Father John's Medicine as a builder for digestion, claiming it aids digestion with natmey breaded food and steady absorption. It warns that feed alone is not sufficient and promotes the product as supporting health despite unclear wording.
A Cleveland company promotes Zema ointment for eczema and skin troubles at 35 cents or 81.00 for large sizes, claiming quick itch relief and healing. It also touts Zeno as a clean antiseptic liquid from E. W. Rose Co.
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