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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Sep 22, 1920
Page
5
An advertisement touts a guaranteed dandruff remedy claiming complete removal by applying four ounces of plain liquid to the scalp at night. It promises morning results and states a few more applications will leave the scalp itch free, hair glossy and sparkling.
Bridgeport’s smoke abatement commission reports yearly soot deposition of 8700 tons inside the city limits, costing manufacturers about 122000 dollars annually for fuel. The study notes peak soot of 195 tons per square mile in the West End, with a 29 percent year decrease and estimated savings of 35400 dollars. George W. Colton leads the inspection effort, citing manufacturer awareness and progress toward lower emissions and better equipment.
Bridgeport Equal Franchise League opens four registration sites at Augustine School Hall Pequonuck Street Sacred Heart School Park Avenue St Charles School Hall Pembroke Street. Women from the league supervise Tuesday Wednesday Thursday evening sessions 7 19 to 9 12 p m. Foreign born applicants must show naturalization papers or claim citizenship through husband or father. Eligible foreign and American women must appear in person with required papers. details cover age, residency, and deadlines for maturing voters.
Four political conventions opened in Sacramento to select presidential electors and central committee members. Notable attendees included United States Senator Hiram W. Johnson at the Republican gathering and Senator James Phelan, who sent a message on immigration. The Socialist meeting adopted a revolution condemning US policy on Poland.
Public hearing on Broad Street extension to relieve city congestion and open business prospects resumes. Mayor favors a two stage plan from Congress Street to Washington Avenue, then Elm to Congress Street. opponents worry funds should go to new schools. Bridgeport school enrollment rises to 24,528, with portable four room buildings arriving on Omega Street to ease overcrowding. district expects total pupils to top 25,000 soon.
The report shows New York trading figures for government and commercial bills with rates around 3.41 to 3.47. It notes 60 day commercial bills and 60 day bank bills, with demand at ^ 43.45 1-34 and cables listed at 3.47.
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