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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Oct 22, 1918
Page
5
A vivid line urges buyers to try purchasing fat steer brands at quiet prices, free from bidding pressure, as livestock arrives at the pens. The speaker challenges a false sense of ease in the market, highlighting competition and price signaling in livestock trading.
A Norwalk letter from Private Samuel Polley of the 102nd Regiment describes an advance patrol led by Leonard Poster capturing a lieutenant, captain, major, paymaster and money in the paymaster’s quarters. The letter recalls heavy artillery and fighting, capturing many officers, autos, horses and munitions, plus mentions prisoners in pajamas and a “genuine beer garden.” It notes Allied commendations, German civilians’ suffering, and a band outfit captured.
Edward R. Castleberg of Norwalk files suit in Superior Court for divorce from Elizabeth Castleberg claiming desertion starting October 1914 and seeking custody of their one minor child. Papers were served on Mrs. Castleberg in London. her maiden name was Elizabeth Dace.
Officials in the National War Labor board ruled that firemen and engineers in plant guard and watchman roles belong to the same class as uniformed guards, depriving them of increases under the award. Shop clerks in production time checks are deemed beneficiaries. GEORGE F. HAWES Sued by Henry C Sherwood for 7000, with Marie Wasynes named in the suit returnable at the Superior Court November term.
Carcho Slova ks dispatched letters of commendation to President Wilson yesterday through a meeting here. They thank him for his response to their request for power and support. Professor von Miavarvk, head of the Slovak relief mission in America, is commemorated for his services in aiding oppressed communities.
Devon News records efforts to aid health during a flu outbreak as Devon Street Cross begins maskmaking for doctors, while trench digging advances for Stratford sewer lines and other local happenings. The report notes many residents volunteering, assessors in session, and community relief efforts amid the ongoing health and wartime campaigns.
A police raid led to city court proceedings yesterday as officers investigated October incidents. Authorities reported disruption of price law violations and ongoing cases tied to the earlier operation.
A Boston resident reports chronic constipation with dizziness and headaches eased by Fruit Liver Tablets. After trying medicines and laxatives for three years, one box produced marked relief, continuing with subsequent purchases until symptoms resolved. Appears an advertisement from Fruitatives brand with price of 2.40.
Washington October 21 Herbert Hoover, head of the Belgian relief commission, announced that the population of reoccupied northern France exceeds 1,500,000 and reoccupied Belgium about 806,000. The figures reflect today’s cablereports indicating substantial returns after military operations.
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