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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Oct 24, 1922
Page
5
The case against John Hanoway, slated for hearing yesterday before U.S. Commissioner Hugh J. Lavery, was postponed. Hanoway, aged about 40, is accused by relatives of sending obscene matter through the mails and was arrested on related charges.
An old advertisement touts Sylpho Nathol for cleaning garbage cans and eliminating flies. It claims easy preparation, safety, odorless cleanliness, and multiple uses from mop water to closet bowls, with sizes from 15 to 425 dollars and grocery orders via grocers or visiting advertisers.
London reports Dr John Matheson, English physician, rejects monkey gland theory and declares medicine cannot abolish aging. He argues disease resistance and hygiene, sunshine, fresh air and proper nutrition offer longevity, while germs persist. Winter health fears follow lingering rain and low sunshine.
Paris societies object to a plaster doll likeness of the Parisienne in boulevard shop windows. Bonsoir argues the sculpture misrepresents real Paris girls and urges visitors to see them in daily life and at pushcarts for an authentic memory of Paris.
Federal indictment charges Mariquéra, Porto Rico prohibition chief, with conspiracy to violate national prohibition laws. Jose A. Benedicto, former Porto Rico president, and several internal revenue officials named. other suspects include managers from a local pharmacy and a major druggist ring.
A survey by the College of Surgeons highlights Bridgeport hospitals among 46 Connecticut institutions noted for exemplary medical care. The United States and Canada study used patient care standards to rank hospitals, with marked advances cited in hospital service and patient treatment.
A coal dealers meeting called by the fuel administrator convened yesterday afternoon at the Stratfield hotel. Details were not disclosed by administrator James D. Skinner, who said information would be released in two later bulletins.
Thirteen schools and one branch library will serve as polling places on November 7, Mayor Atwor announces. The list covers 12 districts with precincts and addresses for each polling site, noting the shift toward school buildings to accommodate voters this fall.
Martin McMahon of Brooklyn, cocharged with first degree murder in connection with a Stamford crime, is held in county jail to await trial before the Criminal Superior Court. McMahon pleaded not guilty and waived examination. a raid in Stanton Street led to identification by a doorman.
A brief notice outlines changes in parcel post rules for China with details on package dimensions and new administration under act provisions. It notes service adjustments and confirms parcels must meet specified size limits before delivery.
The passage discusses dental decay origin in a film on teeth, its links to tartar and pyorrhea, and presents a new toothpaste called Pepsodent. It claims modern research supports film combatants in Pepsodent to coat and remove film, promoting lasting teeth protection and beauty across populations.
A limited week promotion offers a free 10 day supply of Pepsodent at listed stores. Present the coupon to receive the tube and enjoy the advertised revelation from its use.
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