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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Oct 08, 1920
Page
15
Hood's Sarsaparilla is advertised as improving appetite and aiding digestion while purifying the blood. The claim cites long standing use and general health benefits, including relief from pains and aches associated with rheumatism and scrofula, positioning the remedy as a comprehensive tonic.
A vintage advertisement urges using California Syrup of Figs as the best and harmless laxative for children. It claims the product’s fruity taste reassures parents and advises to look for the California name on the package to ensure authenticity and proper directions on each bottle.
The Employes Tuberculosis Relief Association votes to appoint Henry A. Weale as general secretary, dedicating his time full time. A $950 balance from fundraisers with American Chain and Singer teams is acknowledged, and the group notes 24 victims assisted and nine months of successful discharges to work.
The 20th biennial state convention of the Christian Endeavor Society of Connecticut will convene October 16 and 17 at First Presbyterian Church in this city with about 800 delegates. Rev. Francis C. Clark founder and president of the International Christian Endeavor will speak both days. A Friday banquet is planned at Presbyterian Hall. John B. Sproul president of New Jersey society will be principal speaker. Winchester Russell and H. H. Sponer will speak, with T. T. Phillips of the city presiding over the Connecticut Temperance Union.
Angelo Macera of this city was awarded a lump sum compensation of 1,871.78 by Compensation Commissioner E. T. Buckingham for loss of sight in the right eye from an accident at Bilton Machine Tool company on August 6. The insurer is Manufacturers' Liability Insurance. Macera plans to return to Italy and will receive the payment in full. doctors advised removal of the other eye, but he refused.
Berlin reports reveal two Hohenzollern princesses re adjusting marriages. Princess Male, widow of Prince Joachim, now engaged to a German factory owner who recently divorced his wives. Princess Catherine alleges an American lover influenced the ex crown princess and spurred divorce proceedings during the revolution.
Yale graduate school extension opened in the city with two courses. Prof. George F Counts will lead secondary education supervision and Miss Catherine T Bryce elementary education. School principals supervisors and teachers enrolled 35 yesterday at the high school for the classes that may expand college work locally.
Judge Walsh of the common pleas court heard cross suits between Continental Sugar Products of New Haven and Simon Zalinger of this city over disputed accounts. Zalinger, a former distributor for the sugar firm, is accused of not accounting for all goods shipped while he seeks a counter claim for services and storage. The case centers on about $250 in balances, largely bookkeeping.
Sessions of the world Sunday school convention were interrupted by a Tuesday fire that destroyed the great hall of the Imperial theatre where the opening meeting occurred. Viscount Ellini Shibuhawk, president of the American Japanese association and theater founder, arranged use of the venue and serves as managing director.
Jasper McLevy, Socialist candidate for Congress in the ith district, will address a non partisan meeting Saturday night at the Armory Athletic Club on North Main Street. Other speakers include John E. Fitezernid of the Metal Folders' Union and Ira M. Quaburn of the Connecticut Federation of Labor. The Paris City Quartette will sing.
Dear Peggy article extols Peggy Paige Frocks with vivid descriptions of Navy Tricotine and Blue Tricotine gowns, scarlet hat, gray coatees, and beaded georgette dresses. It notes distinctive named gowns like The Sumach Bush and La Sociere Rouge and previews stock fabrics and prices available, including per yard and ready outfits, from Read's.
White Blankets blend wool and cotton and come in 72 by 84 inch full size with pink and blue borders. Priced at 12.50 per pair, described as a fine California wool stock and cotton warp with silk mohair binding. Also offered all wool California blankets in white with pink and blue borders at 22.50.
The season features plaid and stripe skirts in vogue, with tailoring at its best. Prices range from 15.00 to 35.00, and the second hour of sales is noted.
New patterns in stripes checks and plaids arrive for outing flannel. A large color variety with former price 59 cents now 50 cents a yard. Located on the third floor.
Crib blankets described as white in a wool and cotton mix with pink and blue borders. Available in 30 by 40 inch at four dollars per pair and 36 by 54 inch at six dollars per pair.
White crib blankets with delicate pink and blue borders offered at Beacon. Size 36 by 50 inches. Priced at $2.50 per pair. Located on the third floor.
A catalog style note praises a splendid stock of candles in pale yellow, deep gold, blue, royal blue, Chinese blue, pink and rose. It highlights long, dignified varieties for tall candlesticks and dining rooms, with Thanksgiving and Christmas seasons anticipated.
Heavy galvanized sheet steel rotary ash sifters with galvanized wire screen fit over standard flour barrels or ash cans. Dustless operation and easy to use. Full line of galvanized steel ash cans in plain and ribbed styles with heavy timber tops and bottoms. Many sizes priced from 3.00 up. Basement.
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