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Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Oct 18, 1918

Page

18

Request for Nurses In Suburban Towns

All outlying districts including Longhill Huston New town Wuntington Trumbull Step ey Monroe and Nichols have been asked by the American Red Cross to canvass their towns and register all women trained or untrained who can help with nursing and care of influenza patients. The order covers women capable of any work from washing and giving a drink to full charge in the sick room. Names will be kept.

Longhill Huston Newtown Wuntington Trumbull Stepey Monroe Nichols Tedh ‘Cross Red Cross

Tax on Salary Of President Stricken Out

The Senate finance committee revised the war revenue act striking out House provisions taxing salaries of the President Supreme Court and state officials. It also rejected taxing state and municipal bonds as unconstitutional. Simmons said military and naval officer tax plans to be amended to distinguish home clerks from in service. Debate paused due to La Follette’s absence as a relative died.

Washington Senate Finance Committee Supreme Court Simmons Senate Inox Pennsylvania Thomas Colorado la Folletté

Spanish influenza symptoms and home remedies

A historical health advisory outlines influenza symptoms including chills fever and coughing, with guidance to bed rest for at least two days after fever ends and longer for the elderly. It promotes Vapo-Rub for chest and throat relief, warm compresses, and cautions against panic while noting low fatality rates and ways to avoid contagion.

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Tire Repairing By Experts At United Tire Co

Tire repair is an art and requires an expert. Get good service to extend tire and inner tube mileage at the least expense as new tire costs rise. United Tire & Vulcanizing Co. distributers of United States Times at 24% Enifield Ave Bridgeport Ct Phone 6020 Barnum.

United Tire & Vulcanizing Co United States Times Eniifield Bridgeport Barnum

Nurses Struggle to Register Volunteers for Visiting Nurse Work

Miss Anna Cullen, superintendent of the Visiting Nurse association, says recruiting is failing as many of 150 Red Cross volunteers are hesitant to serve. She cites excuses about sitting, going into homes, or influenza risk, noting some women still help but many refuse when assigned specific duties.

Anna Cullen Visiting Nurse Association Red Cross Miss Cullen More Miss Culen

Long Hill to Dedicate Flag Pole on Green

Long Hill residents will dedicate a 60 foot flag pole on the green with a parade and school participation from Long Hill and surrounding areas. The event features band performances, patriotic songs, and speeches by community figures, including veterans and local officials, followed by refreshments.

Long Hill Longe Hill Tashua Long Hill Red Cross Howard Randall Maiie Coverdale Fairfield Long Hill Liberty Chorus Peter Gabler J. M. Barker France Lynn W. Wilson Bridgeport

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