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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Oct 22, 1918
Page
4
Registrars of voters will convene in Room 2 City Hall State Street Friday from 2 to 12 o'clock to correct the voting lists. Any names not added by Friday will be omitted from the lists.
Milford reports 76 influenza cases as doctors stay busy. Officials say influenza not epidemic, no closures needed for schools churches or theaters. Between Sept 22 and Oct 11 there were 76 cases of Spanish influenza and several deaths, with doctors working day and night and a chauffeur used to ease travel. A district nurse fundraiser is underway to support nursing services.
Michael J. Reilly, after 25 years in newspapers, becomes a clerk for Commissioner Arthur F. Conner at $1,800 yearly. His duties include apportioning property and stores in the city center and work in outlying districts.
An old advertisement markets Nuxated Iron as a health and strength booster. It claims dramatic improvements in energy, mood, and vitality, with promises of restoring men to robust health. The copy warns if not satisfied, money will be refunded and notes its availability at Atlantic Pharmacy Hindle Pharmacy and other druggists.
MILAROTUD Oct 2. Lieutenant John Munson field artillery American expeditionary forces is back on duty. He recently met dear Van Morn of Milford and said others from Milford were nearby though unseen. Aviation enlistments and promotions among Milford residents noted. News of Our Boys highlights letters, reunions, and servicemen updates from Milford and nearby towns.
Morse operators are needed by the Signal Corps of the United States Army for service in France with the American expeditionary forces. Seven hundred twenty are wanted in France before next ten days. Operators will be sent overseas at about 100 per month. Interested individuals should contact the Department Signal Officer, Seaboard Northeastern Division, 4 Chauncy Street, Boston, Mass, with experience, age, and draft records.
Hlincks will head a War Chest fund drive in Bridgeport as Ot Muneles is named chairman of the United War Campaign. A seven-organization coalition including the Young Men’s Christian Association Young Women’s Christian Association Knights of Columbus Jewish Welfare Board American Totlbrary Association and Salvation Army will coordinate drive efforts and share financial returns. The drive aims to reduce duplication by merging finances and allocating funds across groups aiding soldiers and their families with a common appeal for support.
Greenfield Country elation hosts a Huskin Bee with music and dancing. Committee members Howard Wake man Clinton Taylor and Clifford J Brotherton plan decorations and refreshments at the club house. Red Cross benefited with about 200 dollars raised from the operetta Sylvia at Careenfield Country club.
Republican Town Chairman J. Alex H. Robinson reports city GOP groups purchased 243000 in Liberty bonds in the fourth issue. The Twelfth district led in money with 62950 in subscriptions, while the Sixth district had the most subscriptions. The remark underscores honesty and reflects on marriage dynamics with a pointed observation.
An old advertisement touts Wonder’s Ambition Pills as a nerve tonic promising renewed vigor and energy. It claims men and women can regain health, confidence, and “the sparkle” in eyes, with a refund offer on the first box if results aren’t seen. The copy urges immediate purchase through Uline Pharmacy and Jos. Harrigan, with warnings against weak ambition.
The Smith-Murray Co offers remnant dress fabrics and silks including Paon Velvets in new Fall shades. A large selection of dress goods remnants in new weaves and colors. Skirt dress and coat lengths available at greatly reduced prices.
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