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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Oct 23, 1918
Page
3
Socialist leader Eugene V. Debs has appealed his ten year prison sentence for disloyal utterance in Canton Ohio to the Supreme Court. Records were received today and a brief will be filed later. Debs is held on $10,000 bail.
Geneva dispatch reports German press agitating for peace without delay if Hohenzollerns obstruct it. Volksfreund casts doubt on divine right rule, while Schweitzer Tagewacht notes Allies won’t grant cheap peace. Censorship moves likely to ease public mood before events. Bridgeport Chamber to attend state meeting in New London with 8:45 am departure Friday.
Georgetown notes an annual Red Cross meeting on October 16 electing officers Katharine W Miller as chairwoman and other officers. Treasurer reports year receipts 2158.57 expenditures 1666.20 balance 502.57. Work totals include bandages slings bedspreads comfort bags and clothing with 6376 items completed. Letters from Jack Kearns and local brief news items, plus Belgians relief contributions and war train results, rounding out a wide local update.
NORWALK October 22 Special Lieutenant Colonel Frank Underhill, a Norwalk native and Yale graduate, has arrived in France with a gas cure. He developed a remedy that purportedly immunizes against gas attacks and travels with body armor. The story notes government interest and his special treatment. Also shared: John Briyanez of Company 100th Supply Train sent a captured German trench helmet to Norwalk. it is on display and bears greenish gray paint and a small postage stamp.
A brief notice lists Howland's Entrances on Main Street Fairfield Avenue and Cannon Street as accessible locations. The terse item notes addresses or entrances in the area, with no additional details about hours, ownership, or events.
An advertisement touts Benefit Brand Sweet Nut Margarine as a nutritious, flavorful table luxury priced at 25 cents per pound and sold at Direct Importing Co. locations in Bridgeport and nearby streets. It highlights its versatility for bread, cooking, fudge, and candy and claims a tropical blend for white meats and pasteurized milk.
SAFE GENTLE REMEDY BRINGS SURE RELIEF for 209 years GOLD MEDAL Haarlem Oi has touted healing oil capsules to support kidneys liver bladder and stomach. Claims include restoring health after disease and preventing relapse by daily use with a money back guarantee. Available in three package sizes at drug stores.
A Philadelphia social worker cites a case where a debutante wife neglected her appearance after marriage. Hair color loss appeared, but after using Q Ban Color Restorer she regained her look. Husband reconciled during a six month separation, and three years later remains devoted.
Allied surgeons from England France and Italy visiting for the Clinical Congress of the American College of Surgeons met President Wilson at the White House after touring Mount Vernon. The delegation includes Sir Thomas Myles Col George D Aske Major George Turner and others bound for mid western cities after departure. A funeral for a deceased member is noted at Gilbert Memorial church with Dr W A Tate officiating.
An advertisement touts Pape's Cold Compound as a fast acting remedy for grippe symptoms. Take every two hours for three doses to relieve nasal congestion discharge headache fever throat soreness sneezing and stiffness. It costs only a few cents at any drug store and tastes pleasant with no inconvenience. Do not accept substitutes.
The piece urges immediate action for Christmas, noting wartime shortages and reduced sales help. It stresses planning now yields better selection, while promising abundant gifts for children and adults. War has altered how stores operate, but a cheerful season remains possible for those who begin early.
Plenty of fine gloves available with gifts in mind. French kid gloves in white, black, gray and mocha priced around 2.50 to 3.51. Features include silk lining, pique seams, heavy embroidery, and easy slip on fit. Center aisle rear.
Advertisement describe soft fleecy bathrobes for girls of all ages with bright colors and tasteful patterns. Tiny babies priced 1 to 2 dollars, girls up to 14 years 1.75 to 3.50 dollars. Floor plans mention second floor.
Bright ad offers red or gray felt slippers for youngsters with leather soles at 1.15 and 1.25, anti slip felt options 0.85, rich wine shades 0.89 to 1.41 and playful Puss-in-Boots styles. Marin…floar, reac,
Fair weather as the Lue store highlights a rich silk collection. Yardage includes chiffon taffeta at 1.50, satin at 1.75, crepe de chine 1.50, crepe de meteor 0.82, charmeuse 2.25, peau de soie 2.50, Bengaline 1.50, faille 2.50, grosgrain 2.50, moire 1.50. Third floor features prominently priced silks for every preference.
Two war books praised for truthful depictions of conflict, priced at 65 cents each. Authors reveal the heart of the fighters and the home front, offering sound reading that avoids sensationalism. Plus a selection of other titles by various authors, all well printed and bound.
An ad describing a material like oilcloth with a muted finish and no cold glitter. Available in matting or carpet patterns in widths of one two or three yards to suit rooms, with at most two seams. Price is 1 pound per square yard.
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