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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Nov 15, 1918
Page
4
Report from the field describes Yarikkee forces capturing a general and taking him as a prisoner. The account references American troops, divisions, and ongoing skirmishes with details about names and stakes amid chaotic reporting.
A noisy ad promotes Mustarine as a home remedy for tonsillitis sore throat pleurisy bronchitis and chest ailments. It claims quick relief by rubbing on the skin and positions the product as a better alternative to mustard plasters.
General John J. Pershing conferred the American Distinguished Service Medal on Marshal Foch at his headquarters villa in a ceremony honoring Allied leadership. Foch praised American action on the Meuse and credited the U S Army with securing a crucial turn in the war for liberty.
Coroner John J. Phelan will hold a morning hearing at the county courthouse into the death of Daniel Pap of 210 Liberty Street Stratford after an assault at Park and Railroad avenues. The assault is alleged to have been committed by Andrew Gyorko following a saloon drinking session on Saturday night November 2. Gyorko remains at large.
Devon residents push ahead with the United War Work Campaign. Quota of 11000 nears completion as canvassers show vigor. A Thanksgiving eve dance by Company L. C. & G. is planned, with guardsmen in uniform hosting guests. Public observances include Gettysburg Address anniversary on Nov 19. High School Opera rehearsals for The Singing School progress, with reminders to send cross mail orders by Nov 19.
Maj John By Trumbull, former chief engineer of the New Haven Public Utilities Commission, reportedly died after illness after going overseas in June. A private letter noted his death and his service as a civil engineer before appointment. Coroner to release findings on a separate auto accident involving John Throp. witness testimony cited street zigzagging as a factor.
A historical wartime pangram urging citizens to sacrifice and fund war efforts. It proclaims victory achieved and calls for continued donations, noting the home front alongside soldiers abroad and praising democracy while urging further support.
Private Richard Carmody of 1Sary Fooly in, a member of the tidth Artillery that fired the last shot in the wit, entered service July 14, 1917, sailed for France in March 1918, and has been at the front since August. A home-letter says he may soon return safely. An evening of celebration at the town hall Friday will support the war fund with the Sandyook Band and other entertainments. Miss Christine Corbett of Queen Street sends regards from New Rochelle, New York.
A garbled wartime message praises Field Marshal Hindenburg vowing unwavering support and commitment to the German army. The note asserts determination to return to the fatherland and stalwart leadership, expressing confidence in Hindenburg during the armistice era.
Doctors recommend plain bitro phosphate to thin nervous people lacking vim and energy. Many treatments promise to flesh out the frail, develop arms and bust, and fill hollows with health, suggesting widespread concern over excess thinness.
An advertisement claims organic phosphate products like bitre phosphate and euro-phosphate restore nerve strength and body weight. It promises rapid health improvements, reduced nervousness and sleeplessness, and urges use by those seeking flesh gains, noting caution for those avoiding weight gain.
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