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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Nov 18, 1921

Page

6

Directors of Junior Chamber Meet Tonight

A meeting of the directors of the Senior Chamber of Commerce occurs in the Chamber assembly room on State street this evening at 8 o clock. Three new directors will be elected to replace members aging out. The outgoing directors are R. H. Rewn, C. W. Lurrage, and F. R. J. Nenkeer whose terms expire in May. The Congo Belgian colony note and local rental situation follow in the report.

Chamber of Commerce State Street R. HH Rewn C. W. Lurrage FR. J. Nenkeer

An Easy Way For Thin People to Put on Flesh and Gain Weight

Sensational health ad claims a simple fix for thin, nervous adults. Evan's Triple Phosphates is advertised as correcting faulty digestion and boosting weight by five pounds in a month, with a ten day vitality boost promise. Distributed by Hindle's stores and druggists, the claim includes a money back guarantee.

Hindle Evan

Arbuckle Case Reconciles Stranger Witness to Kin

In OAMLAND California on November 17 Alice Blake, once a prosecution witness and estranged daughter of Mrs John Westphal, was reconciled with wealthy relatives after a reported disappearance. The case hints at past romance and a marriage, with hints of family trouble tied to the Arbuckle proceedings.

Oamland Cal Alice Onti

New Yorker jailed as passer of bad checks

Joseph McAvoy of New York 4, a man with many business ties, was arrested in Greenwich after passing a $25 worthless check at a local store. He was fined $50 and costs and sentenced to 80 days in jail by Judge Mead, with the possibility of remitting the sentence. The check was drawn on a Danbury bank after a $14 purchase left him with $11 change.

Greenwich Associated Press Joseph McAvoy New York Costa Judge Mead Danbury Jdge Mead

Conference on Mental Hygiene Held in City Assembly Room

A conference organized by the Connecticut Society for Mental Hygiene convened December 2 in the Chamber of Commerce hall on State Street. E T Cortright presided, with speakers including Arnold L Gesselson and Mary Garrett, focusing on how public schools can aid mentally deficient children and related social work topics.

Shhambey of Commerce State Street Connecticut Societly E. T. Cortright Boyd Allcecation Thomas Mason Seward ‘Price Secratary Ite Arnold L. Gessellon Trss. Tirector National Society of Mental Hygiene Mary Garrett Barea of Social Work Smith College

Award of $2092 to widow in Bridgeport Brass case

Compensation Commissioner awards Agnes Gascone widow of Giuseph Gascone decedent in action against Bridgeport Brass Company. Weekly earnings set at 15.08 dollars, award equal to half for 312 weeks less 4 percent in tax. Total 2092.61 dollars plus 100 dollars deterred expenses upon proper proof.

Agnes Gassone Giuseph Gascone Brigeport Brass Company Cascona Bridgeport Brass Ant

Captor of Jefferson Davis Dies in Brooklyn

Esy York reports Col. Charles T. Hudson, last survivor of the Union detail that captured Jefferson Davis, has died at his home in Brooklyn. Breveted lieutenant colonel for his role, he kept a cherished memento of a woman’s clothing from the event as a keepsake.

Esy York Lisut Charles T. Hudson Tefferson Davis Areockiyn Tad Mugenwie &S

Burglary Report From Capitol Avenue and Harriet Street

A Rouge at 186 Capitol Avenue was entered by robbery yesterday. A gold watch, chain, fountain pen, and $3 in cash were reported. Yesterday morning thieves broke into a pantry at 163 Harriet Street and stolen a quantity of meats and groceries owned by Mrs Jamowsky.

Capitol Avenue Harriet Street Iyo Mss. Jamowsky

Peru government sued over alleged protection rights violation

A reader notice describes a lawsuit against the Peru government alleging improper state protection. The document mentions attorney involvement, party names, and a planned appearance in Washington. Also included is an advertisement for Poley Cathartic Tablets claiming relief from constipation and digestion issues.

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