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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Oct 04, 1920

Page

4

Wellington for First Selectman In Stratford Town Affairs

A Stratford campaign letter lauds Wellington as a capable businesslike leader. It argues past spending was prudent, cites his evenhanded appointments, and warns that sewer bond interest remains town duty. It urges votes for Wellington and allied candidates to continue municipal improvements.

Abram Wellington Stratford Agost Yqwotera Bran ‘Waellington Selectmaan Wellington Ispalighes

Religious Liberals Open Conference

The international congress of religious liberals began a five day conference in Pilz tercentenary celebrations. Principal speaker Rev. Christop J. Street of Shotthsland opened the session. Eminent churchmen from Europe and America attended, including Rev. T Rhonda Williams of Brighton Rev Basil Mary ins of London and Inv Sidney B Snow of the American Commission for Rex Net in Hungar. The congress aims to deepen spiritual life widen fellowship among world churches and set the work of reconstruction.

Sosvox Internaional Congress of Religious Scern Pilz Christop J. Street Shotthsland Dross T. Rhonda Williams Brighton England Basil Maryins London de A. St. Rucey Swicnewland Sakae Weydon Holland C. Maltra Cuite India Uchigasaki Japan Henry Apr New York Sidney B. Snow American Commission Rex Net Hungar

Details Of Relief Thefts In Near East Hearing

In Constantinople six Americans faced charges of defrauding Near East relief. Davis testified that Lieut. Col. Coombs offered immunity for secrets about others, while T. W. Macallan and Charles V. Vickery were mentioned in messages. Expensive dinners charged to relief funds included wines and champagne, with a $250 dinner cited. Coombs denied knowledge of whiskey dealings at Batum, outside his jurisdiction.

Constantinople Get Associated Press Near East Relief aMcers Davis Lieus David T. W. Macallam Near East Wrigon Charles V. Vickery Vickery Switzerland Testifect Coombs Manus Lietts Batum Tenid Batum

British Showmen Form Group to Buy Films in Open Market

London October 3 British gun exhibitors unite to shield themselves from producer dominance they fear. The new association totaling about 690 exhibitors in England Ireland and Scotland plans to acquire pictures directly from available sources rather than accept producers terms. The move also opposes producers efforts to control the cinema industry via theater chains.

London England Ireland Scotland

Objects to Advice Cyclist Punches Lawyer

Attorney Kornblaut tried to point out danger to Harry Scoville at 493 Anson Street as a cyclist allegedly intoxicated rode a motorcycle. Scoville resented the interference and punched the lawyer, injuring one eye. He fled, his motorcycle was confiscated, and he surrendered to police the next morning. He faces charges of operating a motorcycle while intoxicated and assault.

Kornblaut Grove Arreet Point Gut Harry Scoville Anson Srest India Scoville Kornblaur Hie Third Precinct

MacSwiney Sympathizers Force Balmoral Castle Stoppage

London October 3 The royal staff at Balmoral Castle faced disruption as Irish and English Scottish workers clashed over rights. The northern tower flag bore a mourning message while tension rose between 13 English and Scottish employees and Irish servants, reflecting a broader dispute over the king’s rights amid cabinet vetoes.

London Balmoral Castle MacSwinny

Locomobile to Lay Off 300 Workers in Cutback

The Locomobile company cut about three hundred jobs in recent days as part of a twenty five percent reduction. Manager J L Larson says the firm will shrink inventories and convert stock to cash within two to three months.

J. L. Larson

Water rates due by October 15 1920 at Main Street office

Water rates for the quarter ending October 1 1920 are now due and payable at the Companys office No 20 Main Street. Payment must be made on or before October 15 1920. Office hours on Saturdays 8 AM to 12 PM and weekdays 8 AM to 5 PM. Albert Lavery Secretary

Albert, Lavery

California Syrup of Figs Advertisement Parody

Ad parodies a medical laxative label claiming “California Syrup of Figs” as a trusted remedy for children. It emphasizes fruity taste and early dosage directions while warning against harmful consequences of incorrect use.

California

Sage Tea and Sulphur Compound for Gray Hair Restored

An old-time remedy claims Sage Tea and Sulphur can darken faded or gray hair. Wyeth's Sage and Sulphur Compound is sold cheaply for restoring natural color, gloss, and beauty by combing through a single strand daily until gray disappears.

Wyeth

Poslam Treatment Promises Fast Skin Relief

An advertisement extols Poslam as a quick remedy for severe skin troubles, promising discouragement of eruptions, reduced redness, and relief from inflammation and itching. It notes Poslam heals pimples, hives, abrasions, and similar conditions, with nationwide availability and a New York address for orders.

Trea Namply New York City

Vege tible Compound Cure Claim from Dr Durkhare Ad

An advertisement asserts sixty percent of ailments stem from nervous distress and digestive issues. It promotes Dr Durkhare's Vegetable Compound as a treatment with purported quick improvements. Address 621 Malin St Cincinnati Ohio and lists all druggists as vendors.

Durkhare Malin St Cincinnati

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