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Newspaper
Bridgeport Times
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Jun 21, 1921
Page
14
A New York based biological expedition travels toward South America to study the Amazon headwaters in search of herbs and plants valued by chemists and the medical field. The journey is planned to last at least two years.
On June 21 each year at Sombrerete Mexico a fourteen hundred foot mine shaft lights up when the sun is directly above the excavation at noon. The event marks the annual sun alignment along the Tropic of Cancer.
Mrs. Buar L. Fisher of Grafton Pennsylvania reports relief from back pains and womb discomfort after trying several doctors and then using Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable Compound. She says she can perform household and farm tasks and her four month old baby is unusually healthy, expressing willingness for her letter to be used as a testimonial.
San Francisco June 21 Chaulmoogra oil once an ancient Indian salve is hailed as a potential major advance in leprosy treatment and is hoped to cure tuberculosis. Dr Ernest L Walker of Hooper Research Institute reports germicidal acids in the oil kill leprosy and tuberculosis bacilli in experiments and foresees trials in animals before a possible human cure.
The Pan American Union launches the School of Pan American and Foreign Commerce in Washington today, offering courses in commercial Spanish and Portuguese, document technique, salesmanship, and Pan American commerce with support from the Department of Commerce. The program runs until July 30 and follows a successful pilot class last year with forty eight graduates.
The former German heir to the throne, Frederick William Hohenzollern, is living in exile at Weeringen and works as a blacksmith in the shop of his friend Mr. Luist. He chats with visitors, enjoys simple domestic life, and remains popular in town despite high living costs and limited public welcome. He is guarded by Dutch authorities and accompanied by Admiraal.
Men’s Wear features athletic union suits in fine checked nainsook from Car ter’s line at $1.00. Summer neckwear in wash silks and novelty panels priced at $1.50. Interwoven socks in black, cordovan, navy, gray at 40 cents a pair. Main floor.
Store ad lists nations Rick-Rack braid in white and colors by 4 yard pieces at 10 cents each. Fitted dress linings light weight for summer dresses all sizes 39 cents. Lace trimmed dress linings 50 cents. Bathing or neglige girdles 50 cents. Flesh color girdles 1.00 and 1.50. Main floor north aisle.
Women demand quality as Black Silk maintains its half century reputation in department stores. Debutantes favor Black Silk with white neck and arms presenting an elegant image. Popular weaves include Meteor, Latins, Crepe de Chine, Georgette, Canton Crepe, Taffetas, and waterproof silks with prices from $1.25 to $8 per yard.
Books for Little People include Hamper of Mr Books and Box of Mrs Books illustrated by Lawson Woods. Rummy Tales also feature Woods art at 40 to 50 cents. Caldecott and Kate Greenaway collections priced from 1.25 to 2.50 dollars. Beatrix Potter titles and new Fairy Tales periwinkle titles offered.
The DM Readco claims he is the smithy who made the horseshoe and notes the seal of Mr. Admiral on a sealed letter. The former Crown Prince, though publicly downplaying hopes of power, continues to draw visits from former officers at Weeringen and has seen a surge in mail over six months. In 1920 he received few birthday letters. this year the postman delivered thousands from German monarchists.
Chicago June 21 A suit seeks 25000 damages claiming Charles J Taylor failed to keep a promise to remarry Mary L Taylor after divorce She alleges he wooed her again and promised to wed a second time while she claims she earned much of the 35000 estate through her literary work Also noted is a police incident in London and Britannia yacht reconversion for racing events expected in July
A compact summer aid for small households and apartments, the Thermonor needs no ice and keeps milk butter fruit and vegetables fresh when placed in water every three days. Offered in two sizes Baseme $6.00 and $7.50.
A brief case described as versatile for many uses, in tan or black cowhide with two or three pockets and leather carrying straps. Available in two sizes 6 x 12 and 10 x 15 for 3.95 dollars and up. A handsomely styled secretary case measures 11x16 inches priced at 19.60 dollars. Leather section on the main floor at the store.
Geneva fear grows that other South American nations may withdraw from the League of Nations before the September meeting. An experts commission calls for salary cuts and departmental trims but urges expanded financing for propaganda in South America and creation of another information bureau there. In Europe opposition to the League exists but no strong withdrawal movement. Chicago note reports William Randolph Brookman departure from the Great Lakes Bulletin to Hampton Roads as editor.
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