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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Sep 09, 1921
Page
3
In Hungary a court official named Weddiner unveils a policy restricting a certain ceremony to poor couples, aiming to seal their home life as a formal union. The measure, though controversial, is framed as aiding the poor in establishing a lasting household.
An advertisement touts MEDIC-yerst and MEDIC-TEEST tablets to gain weight and size. It claims vitamins boost health and energy, promises measurable results via mirror and scales, and guarantees money back. Hindle's Drugs offers MELIC-THEST and MeDLO-EAST tablets through a local druggist.
A historical ad explains iron as a remedy to boost energy, endurance, and health by delivering oxygen to the blood. It touts organic iron from foods and a product named Nuxated iron, claiming dramatic strength gains. Endorsed by public figures and guaranteed refunds.
An advert advertises Black and White Beauty Bleach and Black and Sieion Soap claiming to remove freckles spots and blemishes and provide a pink tinted, invisible skin coating. It promises a free Beauty Book and Dream Book by mail ordering.
The London Times reports work advancing on the agenda for talks on armament at a conference in Washington in November. Informal conversations aim to define limits of the subject, hoping representatives return soon with favorable results so key topics can be decided before the Japanese mission departs Tokyo.
Aged bemused text describes Suburban Day inviting residents from Newtown Danbury and Derby to prove origin for discounts. Retailers plan displays of household goods and groceries with low prices to lure suburban dwellers within a forty mile radius. Aimed at proving local shoppers can find bargains without traveling to New York and encouraging residents to spend one dollar to stretch far.
Pasquale Vessichto aged 90 of 17 Franklin Street and Teter Wones aged 60 of 261 Fayette Street were fined 200 and sentenced to 30 days in jail by the Taftville police court on charges of liquor possession with intent to sell. They were bound over to the superior court on $1,000 bonds.
The Young Republicans organize a caucus Tuesday night with members from across town and anticipated large representation from Southport and nearby areas. Grasmere school opening postponed two weeks due to new building delays as the town delays affect student attendance.
A Chicago fashion notice describes new winter lines featuring frock silhouettes, lace, and color contrasts. Ten inch ground distance is cited for skirt heights, with sleeves trimmed to elbow flare and a conservative look steering away from Parisian excess. Alla Binley, president of the League of Women of America, asserts fashions appeal to conservatives over actress or demi monde trends.
William Hecht of New York was named marshal for the southern New York district, succeeding retiring U S Marshal McCarthy who leaves October 1. Announcement came from Senator Calder (Republican) after a White House conference with President Harding.
Dr John McNaugher chairman of the committee on arrangements announced that the Reform Open Convention will be held here from December 18 to 46. The gathering aims to discuss church reforms and is open to publication.
The man named Roctor was jailed after admitting involvement in the killing and the disposal of his wife s body. Police moved quickly after an arrest last week in a New Master town and filed the case in the county courts. The timeline appears to place the incident in late 1948 with formal charging and detention following the arrest.
Reports from Morocue indicate Spain plans a forward movement near Melia but faces shortages of supplies and potential delays due to the rainy season. Airplane use abandoned during the retreat from Nador caused casualties and destroyed machines. Civil and military officers clash over orders as engineers head for Matoccn and tensions rise in San Sebastian.
A garbled report from Easthamptons meeting outlines that a local man headed six members in a United American Masonic session. The text mentions payments and year end figures but is partly unreadable.
Dewey club owners Charles M Brown Ryan and Albert Powers were fined for gambling following a raid on the Dewey club where a man named Wilkelly was killed. Each owner paid $100 and faced costs for maintaining a place used for gambling. In the city, twelve men were charged with frequenting a gambling place and each fined $2.
The Trades Union Congress today passed a resolution urging suspension of all war preparation and calling for a properly represented armament conference in Washington. The resolution protested Britain’s armaments program and asserted the Congress’s right to appoint delegates.
Chicago prosecutors and state authorities investigate the American Motors corporation over alleged mail fraud and violations of blue sky laws. The firm advertised a line called Americas's most energetic motor, claiming 14 percent of products shipped from its plant, while New York offices reportedly closed.
In Norwalk South Norwalk Sant says the will of John Mesallen head of the Atlantic Gait and Pacte dredging firm who died August 99 leaves about 2 million dollars to Cornell University with two exceptions. The public will reveal October 1. The estate includes a substantial income and several relatives in California and other areas are mentioned.
Bridgenort Elks plan a fall fair style event featuring a sheep roast at Forest Grove on September 1. The program includes a morning parade, a "Old Paul" cavalcade, and performances by local acts.
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