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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Sep 03, 1918
Page
4
A fire destroyed the steel steamer Newport News of 1,000 tons belonging to the Washington and Norfolk steamboat company. The blaze badly damaged the company’s terminal wharves and sheds at the port in Washington.
Allied observers report German convoys shifting east of Roisel, seven miles east of Peronne. Germans are said to be rapidly moving or destroying stores and depots as they retreat from the area.
Milford dispatch reports Kaiser declares no enemy can shake the German empire when united. The message praises German heroism and determination for peace and defense, as war news and local notices recount D A R activities, ship transports, and Milford residents serving overseas with brief community updates.
Fairfield on September 2 special report details the town canning kitchen opening July 29 has canned over 1,000 jars and nearly 400 on the last walk. Women volunteer in teams, donate surplus vegetables for sale to aid war relief, jam for allied hospitals, and crab apples are sought for jam production at Sherman school.
Virginia Whitney of 329 Willow street was hit by an automobile driven by Joseph Steigher of 64 Kossuth street at State and Broad streets yesterday at 10:20 am. She suffered a bruised right hip and shoulder abrasions with possible internal injuries. Dr. Joseph I. Keegan treated her at the scene and took her home under a family physician's care.
Protests filed with Surgeon General Gorgas and Comptroller Warwick oppose a treasury ruling that army nurses lose pay while held prisoner by the enemy. Miss Clara D. Noyes, president of the American Nurses Association, says the decision will hinder enrollment and harm soldiers' welfare. Japanese women excel as hairdressers, making hairdressing a top paying job in Japan.
Advertiser touts Wendell’s Ambition Pills as a fast aid for debility, nervous prostration, and mood dips caused by overwork and indulgence. Pill box priced at 60 cents with refund option through Hindle Pharmacy and Jos. D. Hartigan. Claims broad benefits for hysteria, trembling, and neuralgia, with wide dealer availability.
An old advertisement extols coconut oil for hair washing noting most soaps are harsh due to alkali. It claims refined coconut oil cleanses the scalp, moisturizes hair, and leaves it silky and shiny. The copy suggests coconut oil is affordable and suitable for the whole family.
Copenhagen dispatch reports an official German crop estimate showing yields this year 10 to 15 percent above 1917. Early potatoes area planted is a fifth higher than 1917 and late potatoes also increased.
Clarence Loren age 16 was thrown from a bicycle when struck by an automobile driven by Harry Danberg age 34 at Lesbia and State streets. Loren, with abrasions to the right hand a cut over the left eye and possible skull fracture, was taken to St Vincent's hospital after treatment by Dr. Harry H. Weis. Danberg, who did not see the rider, reported the accident to police. the driver was not held.
An explosion at an American Powder company building near Maynard today shattered windows and damaged nearby property. No deaths are reported, though the structure was blown apart.
A historical ad claims a successful man credits his wife and urges women to build health with Taydin E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound. The piece targets headaches nervousness and moodiness, promising restoration of health and happiness through the product.
A man suffering stomach and liver trouble improved after four months on Mayr's Wonderful Remedy. The ad claims the preparation clears catarrhal mucus and reduces inflammation of the stomach liver and intestines including appendicitis. Money back guarantee offered by Riber Drug Store and druggists everywhere.
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