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Newspaper

Bridgeport Times

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Jun 26, 1920

Page

4

Indigestion Relief Claim for Fruit-a-tives

A testimonial from William Gale and Shepard of Williamsdale credits Fruit-a-tives with curing years of constipation liver trouble and indigestion after trying multiple medicines. They bought two boxes from R W Seymour's drug store in Chatams and report complete relief with one box. Fruit-a-tives sold in sets of six for $2 and trial sizes. From Fruit-a-tives Limited Ogdensburg.

Troy Times R. W. Seymour Chathams Aryons Williaigale Ogdensburg

Big Air Yacht Aims For Naval Scale Flight

The Aeromarine air yacht, launched by Governor Edwards in Keyport New Jersey on June 22, showcases a 104 foot upper wing span two cabins for ten passengers a pilots compartment and baggage hold. Powered by two Liberty engines the giant flying boat carries 230 gallons of gasoline and 20 gallons of oil with a 12 823 pound loaded weight and 6570 pound payload capacity. Herman and Solomon Pincus of New York were jailed in Stratford after liquor was found in transit, bonds set at 500.

Edwards New Jersey Aeromarine Plane and Motor Company Keyport N. J Aeromarine Hutt Ina Motora Air Yacht Herman and Solomon Pincus New York City Stratford New York New Maven U. S Hugh J. Lavery

Bucharest to be Center for South Europe

Bucharest is envisioned as a major hub for south European communications by air and wireless. The Marconi Company may build a large wireless station, with France and Britain backing air service links from Paris to Bucharest and Constantinople. French plans include connecting Paris Vienna Budapest Bucharest and Constantinople with branch routes to Serbia Bulgaria and Greece.

Bucharest Europe Marconi Company Romania Eifel France Paris Vienna Budapest Constantinople Serbia Bulgaria Greece Russia South Black Sea Adriatic Mediterranean Moscow Berlin Hungary Carpathian Mountains Warsaw Prague Conantinople Orient International Sleeping Car Company

Yale Club Now Under Inquiry

New Haven June 26 Federal Prohibition Enforcement Agent James Shevlin opens an inquiry into the death of Kenny Humphrey Parsons a Yale man and lawyer to learn if liquor was obtained legally from his home to the Yale club or illegally sold there Parsons friend William Crocker says they visited the Yale club for a drink of sin.

New Haven Kenny Humphrey Parsons Yale Purchase N. Y James Shevlin Parsons Yale Club New York Shevlin Butt William Crocker

British Facing Coinage Problem

A sharp drop in silver prices could end coinage losses for Britain. The treasury proposes new coins with half silver and half alloy to curb minting costs while preserving intrinsic value if silver stays above 46 pence an ounce. Profit from melting would only return if silver rose to 122 pence.

Great Britain

State Chamber to Have Session in New Haven

New Haven June 26 Charles E Chase president of the Connecticut Chamber of Commerce will head the state chamber reps at a meeting called by the Manufacturers association in New Haven next Monday to address Connecticut transportation and freight concerns. The committee includes leaders from Hartford and Bridgeport firms and banks. Presidents of local chambers were invited to attend the gathering as statewide business leaders discuss actions to alleviate freight issues.

New Haven Charles E. Chase Connecticut Chamber of Commerce State Chamber Manufacturers' Association Connecticut Chase Hartford Fire Insurance Co George B. Chandler Hartford Samuel Ferguson Hartford Electric Light Co James H. Moran Southern New England Telephone Co John H. Goss Stovill Manufacturing Co Clarence

Aldermen and teachers meet over state bonus funding

Aldermen E T McManus R Arthur Brown and Edward T Hamilton met with a teachers committee led by Miss Margaret Kieley and Miss Jane Bird to resolve a bonus grant of 57987 dollars. The teachers said the city must pay that amount in the last 11 weeks of the school year before July 14 to receive state funds and proposed short term notes to cover the grant until receipt from the state. The committee will consult City Attorney W H Comiley on the plan.

E. T. McManus R. Arthur Brown Edward T. Hamilton Board of Aldermen Margaret Kieley Jane A. Bird Frederick M. Armstrong John A. Cornell State Teachers Association Alderman McManus Aldermanic Committee W. H. Comiley

Wise Kid and the Miracle Lesson in an Infant School

In a small infant class the teacher used the miracle of Jesus turning water into wine for a Bible lesson. She paused to ask questions and a young pupil, recalling festive moments, exclaimed a toast, Here’s luck, when the governor of the feast received the new wine.

Temperance lecture uses geraniums to mock alcohol

A temperance speaker displayed two geraniums for the audience. One watered normally looked healthy while the alcohol dosed plant shriveled and decayed. A shabby man quipped that if he were a geranium he would stick to water, illustrating the crowd’s reception. Times Want Ads

Apple Crop Weighs Heavy For Fall In New England

Reports from New England and across the United States indicate a heavy apple crop this year with pears near normal and peaches largely killed out. The bloom was heavy this spring, though a large blossom does not guarantee a large crop. Apple trees eight to ten years old show heavy blossoming and the bureau notes long term profitability in this fruit sector.

New England Connecticut United States Bureau

Road to Make Big Gold Bond Issue

The Massachusetts Public Utilities Commission approved the New Haven railroad issuing 4 percent gold debenture bonds totaling 16.758 million dollars to retire Providence Securities Co. debentures as they mature. The move shifts Rhode Island trolley line commitments directly to the railroad, with bonds waiving future mortgage security.

Massachusetts Public Utilities Co New Haven Railroad Providence Securities Co

Competent Reporter Turns Focus to Police Court

A veteran staffer jokes about his career path from aspiring novelist to police court specialist. He notes he has spent sufficient time on the beat to become a practical and focused news gatherer, concentrating on court items rather than grand literary ambitions.

Lockwood to Present Homer S. Cummings at Demo Convention

New Haven June 26 Charles D Lockwood of Stamford will nominate Homer S Cummings for the presidential nomination at the Democratic national convention In Los Angeles Crosby of Hartford was announced earlier as the one to nominate the chairman during the Connecticut delegation's train ride talks The decision reflects ongoing delegation discussions before the party left Connecticut.

New Haven Los Angeles Cal Charles D. Lockwood Stamford Homer S. Cummings Connecticut United States John F. Crosby Hartford Cummings

Canning Materials In Stock Warns Dhira Floor Ads

Dhira floor cautions buyers not to delay as jars rubbers canisters and jar racks are available now but may soon run out. The notice emphasizes immediate purchase to avoid disappointment.

Dhira

Taxing whiskey to slow sales sparks debate

A discussion notes a proposed million-dollar tax on a quart of whiskey as a means to curb sales. Some observers doubt the plan, noting ample money in the country and the high prices people already pay, implying continued demand despite higher taxes.

Congress

Mrs. Gadder Learns After Sideswipe Accident

A lighthearted exchange notes Mrs. Gadder learning to drive in a new car. She recently discovered that sideswiping a fire plug leaves the automobile looking much the worse for wear, while the fire plug remains undamaged.

A Just Complaint Coal Heaver Scolds His Kids

A coal heaver laments that his children spoil his fine hat with coal dust. He explains to his wife that wearing the hat leaves a black band on his forehead when removed, prompting accusations of washing his face with the hat on. The wife dismisses his concern, arguing the coal dust is harmless and mocks the hat already spoiled.

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