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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Oct 18, 1920
Page
9
An advertisement extols Pepto-Mangan as a tonic to improve and purify blood. It claims good blood powers vigor, brain, and muscles, urging readers to seek the Gilde's Pepto-Mangan tablet or liquid form, with the tag line that the unique product name appears on the package.
WORTH ADAMS Mass Qot 11 A searching party including Williams College students renewed its efforts today to find Harry G Fischer an insurance agent of this city who disappeared on Wednesday last after telling friends he would hunt for a bear seen on the Williamstown side of Mount Greylock No trace of the missing man was found Fischer 27 was last seen when he called at a house near the foot of the mountain on Wednesday morning He said he would meet a woodsman from Maine with whom he had become acquainted and that the two planned to hunt for the bear Friends of Wisden said they understood he had about 200 with him though most of his money was on deposit in a local bank
Rev Archibald F Campbell pastor at Washington Park Methodist Episcopal church offers to stump for Republican U S Senator Frank B Brandegee and against the League of Nations. He will campaign on nights excluding Sunday and Wednesday duties, cites opposition to Americas entry into the League. He informed state committee secretary John Buckley he aimed to educate voters on perceived dangers and support Brandegee.
Milford plans a push for a new post office building led by Milford Business Men's association. A delegation will visit Washington to lobby Connecticut congressmen for federal aid, with Adam Sattig overseeing workers. Officials cite unsanitary conditions and insufficient space for over 12,000 residents in a second class town.
Police arrested several people Sunday on minor charges. Dmory Tilon was jailed for driving an automobile while intoxicated and held on a 30 dollar bond. Donald Banks faced drunkenness and abusive language charges. Two young men, Catine Farro and Angels Pierato, were nabbed after a craps game with Pierato also charged for carrying concealed weapons after officials found a long knife.
Lisbon October 17 The Portuguese government sends thanks to the United States for refusing to accept 50 000 owed for repairs to the warship Sao Gabriel in American dockyards The government will award the Grand Cross of the Order of Saint Benedict of Aviz to Admiral Henry B Wilson commander of the Atlantic fleet
Irving Goldstein of 266 Wells Street departed Saturday for Joliet Illinois to join the Kline brothers band. A noted local musician and former Plaza Theatre relief pianist he led Goldy’s Harmony Kings and played in the high school orchestra in 1918 and 1919.
New York October 17 announces retirement of Lester H. Monks president and G Peabody Gardner Jr vice president of W A Hurtiman and Company Inc from acts identification with the corporation Gardner had been Royston representative of the company.
Texas health authorities note a new rodent near Red Rock described as as large as a squirrel and kangaroo like in motion with a bark sounding like a small dog. Officials warn the public to avoid contact and report sightings.
Black kid laced boots style number 1373 described as versatile wear with any dress. Made of good quality black kid leather on a high class last, featuring a new length vamp and straight Cuban heel. Welted soles, eight and a half inches high, priced at 9.09 dollars, ample sizes AAA to E widths.
Large gathered aprons with waist ties and a pocket are described as good quality blue checked gingham. Made for main door use, the item emphasizes generous size and practical finish.
The Sweet-Ore brand features unbleached white overalls for women in full hip fit, priced at $1.59 for one piece and $1.89 for two pieces. Khaki one-piece blouse and bloomer styles are $2.79 to $4.00, with caps available. Suitable for factory work, gardening, house chores, camping, and masquerades.
An assortment of purses described as envelope style products in leather varieties. Details mention different trims and fittings, highlighting diversity in materials and design options without specific brands or dates.
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