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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Sep 30, 1924
Page
4
An old advertisement extols Kellogg's Bran as a cure for constipation and a path to vigor. It claims permanent relief with regular use, endorses doctors, and urges daily consumption of at least two tablespoonfuls, with multiple serving ideas and a note that Kellogg's is all bran.
A promotional message explains dull cloudy teeth are caused by a viscous film on teeth and promotes Pepsodent toothpaste. It offers a free 10 day tube via coupon and urges readers to try the new method endorsed by dental authorities to curdle and remove film for brighter teeth and better protection.
Publicity style ad claims deep restful sleep via Nikalgin for health and nerves. It asserts rapid onset, no opiates, no habit, and a money back guarantee after one bottle. Sold by Windle Drug Storey and Artigan Drug Co.
A short ad explains Poslam soothes itching burning and smarting on irritated skin. It states a tiny amount calms irritation and allows the medication to work, reducing inflammation and clearing eruptions as sold by druggists.
A promotional claim touts a formula that ends intense itching and burning after a single thorough application. The text references widespread user gratitude and a “mighty healing” sewer of testimonials.
Governor Alfred E. Smith plans exactly one week of campaigning outside New York state for the national Democratic presidential bid. He will spend the rest of the period in state campaigning, including a two week upstate tour and a week in New York City, with a revised schedule due to his state convention nomination in Syracuse. The upstate leg begins October 6 with Manchester New Hampshire and continues through October 10 in New Jersey City. He will travel to New York tomorrow for the notification ceremonies.
Milford notes a Democratic rally planned for River Street headquarters as the Davis club is organized with over fifty charter members and plans to join the campaign. Other items include a couple’s wedding invitation, sermons on church roles, DAR meeting details, and local club events with sales and rummage gatherings in Milford.
Discovery that the house on rollers, moved at 600 feet daily, serves as the summer home of Edward Augustus Allen of Marblehead Mass and Presque Isle Me. The ten room structure travels along a one mile and third course, drawing attention as traffic and security provisions accompany the slow glide. Despite opposition from Marblehead Improvement Society, Allen’s popularity helped officials grant license after town meetings.
MIAMI Fla Sept 24 In a crowded street near the post office a woman Mrs Jsathe Freckleton 35 shot and killed her husband J C Freckleton as they were due to meet an attorney to arrange a divorce. She said he smiled, she told police, and he told her to go to hell before she fired.
Washington September 29 a secretary Hughes says the around the world airflight by army aviators has important international implications The flight’s success strengthens alliances and prestige for the United States and will influence future international relations Secretary Weeks and Assistant Secretary Davis praised the pilots courage and skill noting their work echoes the pioneer spirit of Levis and Clark Lieutenant Smith and crew received congratulations from Weeks and the War Department as American soldiers.
Comp o beach operated by the town this summer shows an operating profit over $3,000 with a separate account established. The pavilion received upgrades and a permanent lifeguard was paid from operating funds, amid prior deficits recorded in 1928 and 1922.
Hugh Chisholm, editor of the Encyclopedia Britannica, died in London on September 29. A journalist since 1892, he served as assistant editor of the St James Gazette and rose to lead writer on the London Times. He later became financial editor and co editor with Sir T. M. Wolseley, contributing to the 10th edition supplements and serving as editor in chief of the 11th edition in 1911. Born February 22, 1866, in London.
Dahiba Mer wand Dalal high commissioner for India resigns claiming lack of proper support from the Indian office in London and alleging the resignation stems from pressure to purchase stores in Songland regardless of costs.
George Oliver Smith of Huntington 104d died this morning. He is survived by his parents Mr and Mrs Wol Smith his wife two children three brothers and a sister. The funeral will be held from his home Wednesday afternoon at 2 oclock.
Miss Mariel Black, 24, identified by industrial leaders and Harvard professors as a genius, was employed at Plymouth Cordage in Plymouth. Observers noted she is extremely attractive with poise, a fine physique, judgment, and ambition. She aims to study medicine, specializing in children's diseases, a dream since she was ten in Michigan. The committee’s findings prompt anticipated educational opportunities.
An exhibition of ten local youths led by George W Picknell displayed 82 landscapes at the Atom Studio Ridgefield on Branchville road. Students included Minuses Flelen Keeler Mary Lawser Marjorie Grems Joan Tusk telen Tusk Emma Rounds Freda Griffiths Dorothy Benjamin Esther Nash and Charles D Crouchley Jr. The show praised true nature and the teacher’s guidance. Mr and Mrs Picknell plan to winter at Silvermine. Rev and Mrs Iugh Shields returned from Indianapolis with Miss Dia C Allan, visiting Butler and Princeton colleges. An illustrated Belgium lecture by James W Hastehurst and a chowder dance at the Congregational church were scheduled. The First Congregational church quarterly meeting would discuss the 000 legacy from Mrs Egleston.
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