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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Oct 19, 1920

Page

20

Many Recreation Centers Plan Meetings and Shows

Community plans a series of meetings at Hall, Shelton, Newfield and North End centers. Members will form dramatics clubs, swap plays, and organize costume Hallowe en events with music, singing, and dancing.

Hall Shelton Newfield North End Jed Joseph Haffner J. Buckley William Kennedy Cora Burns Lgurnham Thestra Prior Dramatic Club Rec Organizn Dramatic Cubs Shelton Recreation Center Hallowe'en Shaltan Reed Getty Shelton S Hall Center Hall School Shelton School Newfield Recreation Lincoln

Iron Your Blood Strength Could Boost Health

Modern living strains nerves and blood sometimes thin or starve the body. Nuxated Iron is advertised to strengthen red blood cells, increase oxygen delivery, and improve stamina in two weeks with a money back guarantee if results are unsatisfactory. Take two week course after meals, then test strength again. Available at druggists.

Police Make Two Arrests for Illegal Liquor Possession

Police renewed efforts against illegal liquor sales and possession in defiance of the Volstead act. Two arrests followed raids on premises at Railroad Avenue where Bomid Liquor was found and confiscated. Prosecutions target owners with intent to distribute, with bonds set high and further arrests anticipated by Liquor Prosecutor Merritt.

Vale Kearney Railroad Avenue Ski Z. I. Coighlin Giovanni Colaneri Colaneri Mauer Merritt

Possible to Cross the Ocean in Three Days

Philadelphia news notes a claim by Joseph Washington Thompson that a syndicate could convert the Leviathan steamship for a three day New York to Liverpool crossing. He asserts engines would be upgraded with planned costs of 1 million and 2 million financed to carry steerage passengers and mail, though the United States Shipping Board rejected the Aviathan investment.

Philadelph Athentic Ocean New York Livernool Joseph Washington Thompson Aviathan United States Shipping Board Thompson Leviathan Financia Pla Liverpool

British Consul General to Attend Bridgeport Veterans Reception

The British Consul General of New York will be a distinguished guest at an October 22 reception for Bridgeport British War Veterans, held under the Sons of St. George on Stratford Avenue. The event features demobilization of service flags, unveiling of war verses and pictures, a program of speaking and singing, music by the Sons of St. George orchestra, and dancing. The lodge has supported wartime charities since 1914 and plans full participation.

New York Bridgeport Sons of St. George Stratford Ave Lodge

Father of Three Children Writes From Panama Canal Zone

A Panama Canal Zone father of three children pleads for Dr True’s Elixir and Worm Expeller, praising it as the best family remedy. He notes his children’s improved health and worm relief after use and requests two bottles by mail, stating he cannot buy it locally.

Panama Canal Zone Balboa Canal Zone Panama Dr. True

Pilgrimages to Front Porch Reach High Tide in Ohio Rally

Marion Ohio October 18 crowds packed Harding front porch area as pilgrims from thirty three colleges and many states gathered to hear Senator Harding address first time voters and foreign born groups. Bands played as delegates from Polish Hungarian Lithuanian and Italian communities joined the demonstration urging loyalty to the American franchise and two party system.

Marion Harding Marlon Cantefally Republian Party Ohio Dayton Cox

Mayor M Swiney condition worsens in Brixton prison

London report says Lord Mayor Terence MacSwiney shows signs of curvy with doctors and Dr Bedard visiting. Sister informed that discomfort may cause pain, and lime juice is advised to prevent development. MacSwiney’s sister doubts consent for induction. Funeral plans for Cork hunger striker Michael Witzpernid set for Fermoy after removal of remains amid large crowds.

London Gcl Associated = Press Lora MacSwiney Brixton Irish Self-Determination League Bedard Cork Ireland Michael Witzpernid Peter and Paul's Catholic Church Fermoy

Yale Varsity Adds Six New Players After Loss

Yale University reshuffled its lineup after a first Saturday defeat by Boston College. Seven players were changed or added to the varsity roster, with only Kempton starting the Yale-Boston College game remaining in his position before Tad Jones moved him to left half back. The six substitutes are now varsity men likely to suit up again against West Virginia.

New Haven Yale Boston College Tad Jones Murphy Kempton Campbell Jordan Stabed Cutler Galvin Marae Mlzved West Virginia

Lawyers League to Back Gov Cox Formed

The Lawyers' League for Cox and the League of Nations was announced by the Democratic National Committee. It aims to promote study of the League of Nations covenant among lawyers. John J. Fitzgerald of Brooklyn, former Representative, is chairman of the central committee.

New York Lawyers’ League Cox Democratic National Committee League of National John J. Fitzgerald Brooklyn Congress League

State Teachers to Meet on Friday

The State Teachers association will hold meetings in Woolsey Hall New Haven with simultaneous sessions in Norwalk and New London. J Slawson of New Haven reports the event aims to discuss the state education program and local concerns as teachers gather Friday.

New Haven Hartford New London S. J. Slawson State Teachers Association Woolsey Norwalk Hall

Milford 21.2 Mills Tax Rate Set At Town Meeting

Milford adjourned annual town meeting approved a tax rate of 21.3 mills after discussion. Three items totaling 17,700 for equipment were cut. A re consideration set for April 4 1821 seeks a higher grand list from 18 000 to 26 000 000. A special bond of 83 000 will fund an eight room addition to Walnut Beach school and a new town school at the Quarry. Milford will seek highway superintendent powers and a special committee chaired by Judge O Ig to pursue board of finance changes. About 300 attendees. Tudes Platt presided, William A. Rose clerk.

Milford, Ost Walnut Beach Milford Department of the Board of Finance Ag Tudes Platt William A. Rose

Passersby Injured by Flying Stones From Blast

Report of a blast on Whee? and Mant streets causing injuries to bystanders and property damage near the new building site. A window at Hirshberg's clothing store at Congress and Main broke. No arrests. Also note Lincoln memorial plans for Vandalia capitol with Lincoln material.

Lincoln State of Times Vandalia Abraham Lincoln Legislaure

Sloan's Liniment Offers Quick Muscle Pain Relief

A reader recalls using Sloan's Liniment to halt rheumatic twinges and aches after hours of suffering. The ad touts fast warmth without rubbing, promising economical relief from aces, lumbago, stiff joints, and pain, with varying package sizes and prices.

Tg J Sloan

Catarrhal Deafness Head Noise Relief Advertisement

An old advertisement offers a home remedy for catarrhal deafness and head noises. It suggests mixing a source of peppermint with hot water and sugar, then taking a tablespoonful four times daily to ease distressing head noises, open nasal passages, improve breathing, and stop mucus drainage.

L.i Tria

Mercolized Wax Promises Youthful Complexion Reform

An old advertisement claims discolored wrinkled skin can be removed by Mercolized wax which exfoliates the top skin layer, fading spots and blemishes to reveal a clearer complexion. It also touts saxotite wash lotion as a public formula for nearly erasing imperfections.

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