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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Sep 29, 1920
Page
8
After two days in court, arguments concluded yesterday. Judge Tudge Neeler gave the case to the jury at 3.20 pm and the verdict was returned at 4.15 pm.
Ue Modes Company, Inc. of Norapi sues Abraham MM Plous doing business as Pink City Gwondy Manufacturing for breach of a June 2 contract to supply 408 bags of TANUrated Sugar and parreta sugar. Plaintiff paid $100 on signing. balance claimed at 18.32 percent due. Damages sought total $1,000.
Hood's Sarsaparilla makes food taste good and aids digestion while purifying the blood. It claims to relieve rheumatic pains and give strength to the whole system, with nearly 60 years of phenomenal sales supporting its merit. Hood's Pills offer cathartic aid.
Paris dispatch reports Cannes plans lavish winter transformation to attract high society. Hotels remodel, casinos expand Baccarat rooms, and fashion rules relax with a new moral code.
The Strate gtainat John F. Devlin was found not guilty after a two hour deliberation in Superior Court. Judge J. E. Keeler accepted the verdict. The case concerned alleged criminal negligence in operating a motor truck on June 2 near Miller's bridge, colliding with a Brooklyn passenger auto and injuring Bertha Beck, who died July 10 in Stamford hospital. Devlin denied intoxication and claimed brake fault and shifting gears caused loss of control. Evidence concluded yesterday.
Greenwich lawyer Roger S. Baldwin, cousin of former Governor Simeon Baldwin, enters the Democratic race for Congress. Supported by Stamford Darien Norwalk Ridgefield and Danbury backers, Baldwin aims to secure the party nomination through organized campaigning.
The Philosophical Society hosts its third lecture in Knights of Pythias hall at 2023 Main Street Mine. Robert C. McCauley, a presidential candidate for the single tax party, is scheduled to speak, following a politically charged symposium two weeks prior.
Ten college women gathered yesterday at Mrs. Henry W. Hincks’s Washington avenue home for the College Club’s first post vacation gathering. Ellie Spertown outlined civic responsibilities for Republican women while A H Buliard coordinated the civics program. Lucy Curtiss reported on the state alumnae meeting with Yale Education official Dr Spaulding. Legislative acts were discussed and Satha Wilmot seeks suitable quarters. Future sessions, program and membership notes were given. the club has started a scholarship fund to support a second year of college for a young woman. A tea table featured a centerpiece of vinlas and dahlia colored candies.
A newspaper ad promotes a liquid remedy said to dissolve dandruff by applying four ounces to the scalp at night. It claims most dandruff disappears by morning, with one to four more uses destroying all signs. It promises instant itch relief and softer, shinier hair.
Advertisement touts Hyomei as quick two minute relief for catarrh with a pocket inhaler and drops. Claims breathing kills catarrh germs, promises weeks to complete freedom, and offers money back if not satisfied. Sold by druggists with guarantee covering catarrh, croup, colds, sore throat and bronchitis.
New Fork reports a substantial reduction in motor car prices announced today by Willys-Overland. Overland touring and other models cut from 1035 to 3. Hudson Manufacturing follows with price cuts on all Hudson and Reo models ranging from 200 to 40 dollars, effective immediately.
Delegates from the New Haven branch of the Women’s Board of Congregational Missions gather in New Canaan for the annual session. The morning session opens at 10:30. Miss Marion Botts presides, with Edith May and Ethel Sterling taking part. A highlight is welcoming G Hubbard from West Hover back from Foochow China where she and her husband have long served missions. A large Hindreport representation is anticipated. Harriet T Reynolds of Greenwich chairs the afternoon session at 2.
Town Chairman John A. Cornell says a meeting of all city Democratic women will be held tonight at 1206 Main Street to finalize plans for a last push to enroll women voters. The Sixth and Seventh District Democratic groups meet Thursday night in club rooms on Center Street. St. Augustine's Church Women and Children of Mary Sodality host a whist and dance on Pequonook Street at St. Augustine's School hall on October 11.
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