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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
May 05, 1922
Page
10
The Polish delegation to the economic conference travels back from Genoa after the high cost of maintaining the full group. Only three members remain, with daily Polish mark expenditures reported in the millions.
Washington reports stamp collectors bought over $12,000 in face value stamps from the philatelic agency since January. March sales reached $6,500, with January totals between $1,502 and $2,000 as collectors seek rare issues and Shanghai over prints, driven by New Jersey Representative Ackerman's enthusiasm.
Nottingham England May 4 The daughter of a collier living at Blidworth Mansfield went to New Zealand to marry Rev J T Paddison but upon arrival refused the marriage and is returning home. Paddison formerly vicar of Blidworth. When she left for New Zealand last October her character was placed under care of respectable women in Nottingham to be improved and she gained a considerable tronsqueur at her future husband’s expense.
Every afternoon crowds of curious children and adults gather at the American Hardware store window in Bridgeport. Boy Scouts perform practical demonstrations of first aid rescue signaling fire making without matches and safe patient handling. The exhibits showcase the usefulness of scouting and aim to support the community Ches Drive and highlight Bridgeport Scout efficiency.
An old advertisement touts Kellogg's Bran as a remedy for constipation and a general health cleanser. It claims bran can prevent chronic constipation with daily use and aids digestion, growth, and breakfast versatility including cereals, pancakes, and baked goods. It advises physicians may recommend Kellogg's Bran for constipation and highlights recipes on the box.
A 1921 22 famine report from Samar province notes vast death tolls and relief. It details cannibalism in remote villages, government and foreign aid, and peasants using clay, grass, and weeds as substitutes. Survivors showed remarkable endurance amid extreme hunger and transport bottlenecks.
Copenhagen May 4 The Danish Parliament debates farm interests versus government paternalism as the Farmers Association threatens to form an independent party. Government railways largely state owned run up a monthly deficit of 88 4 million kronor with higher wages and fares blamed for the costly operation.
A harsh tale of Harry and Dick born in Grover's Camp, a derelict Eastern edge locale. Neglected and shunned, they endure hunger and filth until a police raid disrupts their mother’s crime and sends them to a home. Raised by Wanderers, they transform, excelling in baseball and geography, choosing a hopeful path and supporting the Community Chest.
Peter Kellay of New Haven was arrested after being found unconscious and drunk in St Marl while two men, James Mew Carthy, described by police, aided in the incident. He was taken to St Vincent's Hospital for treatment of acute alcoholism.
No move by police as an aldermanic committee appointed last week set Monday night to inquire into alleged complaints against police methods. The committee spoke with Police Board members or Superintendent Patrick J. Flanagan. No meeting of the police commissioner can be held until May 15.
A car collision yesterday badly damaged a fire hydrant after striking it. Police report the vehicle lacked operator and registration marks and was driven without valid documents. A hearing is scheduled today.
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