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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
May 28, 1924
Page
3
Advert A harmless method to cut fat without dieting or exercise claims Marmola Prescription Tablets work steadily and easily. Sold by druggists at one dollar per box or send price to Marmola Company General Motors Building Detroit Michigan.
The War Department creates the adjusted compensation branch within the adjutant general's office to handle World War II veterans bonus records. Major General Robert C. Davis will oversee the unit, transferring about 2,000 communications and 213 clerks from the old World War division, with 7,517 clerks to be added as records are processed.
Wade Johnson and Jarrett Benford, both of Milledgeville, were sentenced to be hanged on June 27 for assaulting an 80 year old woman on the night of May 18. They were tried and found guilty at a special session of the court.
In Haven on May 27 Julius Gazz a 15 year old Shelton youth died at a hospital after injuries from a Saturday auto crash on the Derby turnpike. The car hit a pole following a tire blowout. Occupants were hurt and picked up by William Sheehan.
Hearings on rent smuggling charges of Captain Charles Mitchell and his crew of nine aboard the steam lighter Sebina were continued to June 1 by U S Commissioner Harlo Mathewson. Bond set at 2500 for Mitchells, 300 for each crewman. The Sebina, captured while unloading 45000 cargo of beer at Central Vermont docks, is tied to April 24 liquor landings of 152000 at Wilson Point Norwalk.
Hartford May 1 Special to the Telegram State Attorney Hugh M Alcorn will argue in Federal court on June 4 to remand the case of J Willie Mills a New Britain former prohibition agent to Criminal Superior court Mills along with two New Britain men Senator Richard Covert and ex Alderman Cornelius J Dehm were arrested at the Sobington inn in Southington where liquor was reputed to have been sold The raid was led by County Detective Edward J Hickey and a Federal Prohibition agent Mills sought transfer to Federal court which Alcorn now seeks to undo and return to state jurisdiction The Covert and Dehm cases were disposed of in Criminal Superior court and Mills case was temporarily moved to Federal court by defense counsel while Alcorn seeks reversal.
A 1 pint vacuum bottle in a heavy enameled corrugated case sells for 7.50, plus auto lunch baskets of the refrigerator type for on the running board. Vacuum food jars come in 4 qt. and 6 qt. sizes at 2.65 and 2.95 respectively, designed for hot or cold dishes.
Jarrand O Smith who died May 17 in this city left a will filed in probate detailing numerous bequests to relatives and employees. The widow Listelle W Smith and brother Thomas Smith are chief beneficiaries. Estate valued about 20000 dollars. Widow to receive a house and lot at 653 Warren Street and the residue after specific bequests. Thomas Smith named executor to receive 5000 dollars. Several bequests range from 200 to 500 dollars to relatives and employees including Harold F Lamb Thomas Idger Jennie R Bird and Julia T Reed. Domestic Rose Tinnegan and two sisters also named for smaller sums.
The Coleman camp stove folds to suitcase size and can bake fry toast broil. It uses common motor gasoline as fuel and is priced at 13.50 dollars. Available on the fourth floor, front.
Bridgeport banks led by AMitgh ell Dairy and North End Bank and Trust Company contributed to the Aimen T Legion building drive, reaching 26281.27 yesterday. Subscribers include Dr and Mrs A C Fones, Mrs Lynoa We Wilene, City Lumber Company and others, with several gifts listed and a sale of bricks noted as part of the drive.
Le Grand Benedict is reported found dead in Paris near Yorix with a head wound and a revolver at his feet. He was taken to a hospital where he died, a son of the late Le Cramt Benediet of New York and once part of I L Benedict Co. His uncle James H. Lenedict of Park Avenue received him, and he had married Miss Ure Ving Harper of New York. The death is described in dispatches as a possible case linked to his business activities. An unrelated May 21 note from Airfield reports an exhibition at Wakeman Memorial featuring industrial clauses, with basketry glass, bead making, and electric class displays.
Timed sale highlights numerous toothpaste brands and beauty products with bulk pricing. Featured items include Pebeco, Listerine, Kolynos, Forhan’s, and Carnation creams, with creams, powders, soaps, and shampoos listed alongside brushes and accessories. Prices shown for small and large quantities, emphasizing weekly deals.
Advertises enamel covered weekend suitcases with cowhide corners and brass locks at 2.50, cowhide bags 7.50, stout three ply bass wood trunks 18.50 to 20, fiber covered weekend trunks 6.50, and brief cases with multiple pockets. Also lists flower seeds 4.50 to 5 and larger bags of peas beans and corn 20c per package, located on third floor center and basement.
A brief listing promoting the Automobile Blue Book standard tourist guide for America. Notes edition Vol 1 covering New York, New England and Eastern Canada with price and publisher details.
Bakery ad promotes Howland sandwich bread suitable for sandwiches and trips. Mentions fresh daily varieties including pies and candy loaf cake. Encourages catering for entertaining and at home use. Basement center.
Get your candy here at Howlands 47c Ib with a full assortment of milk chocolates made in Bridgeport. Weekly sale on Thursday and Saturday offers fresh strawberries covered with milk chocolate for 59c per lb.
Hanes tires listed with sizes and prices plus camping gear including wall tents, tent flies, Wenzel tents, camp stools, sand chairs, and canvas cots. Items shown include 30x3 reg at 9.75, 30x3 clincher 10.95, oversize 300x3h5 7.41, 31x d oversize 18.50, and various tent sizes from 7x9 to 12x14 with prices from 8 to 33.75, displayed on fourth floor front.
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