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Newspaper

Bridgeport Times

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Mar 18, 1920

Page

14

Proper Way to Take Aspirin as Taught by Bayer

The Bayer Company outlines that after taking Bayer Tablets of Aspirin one or two glasses of water should be drunk. Genuine Bayer products are marked with the Bayer Cross and offer directions for relief from Col ds Headache Toothache Rheumatism Neu ralgia and general pain. Tiny twelve tablet tins are cheap and larger packages are sold by druggists. Aspirin is Bayer’s trade mark for Monoacetic acid ester of Salicylic acid.

Bayer Company Bayer Drugeists

California Syrup of Figs Ad Teaser

Vintage advertisement urges mothers to choose California Syrup of Figs for gentle laxative action. Notes fruity taste and full directions on each bottle. Warns to say California to ensure trust in product for child’s stomach liver and bowels.

California

Sage and Sulphur Rooted Hair Dye Ad

Old time remedy for gray hair revived as Wyeths Sage and Sulphur Compound sold in drug stores. Modern version claims natural, even darkening. apply with sponge or brush and leave overnight for best results.

Wyeth

Kidney and Bladder Ailment Relief with Jad Salts

An old advertisement describes kidney and bladder irritation from uric acid. It advises four ounces of Jad Salts daily, taken before breakfast for two to three days, to neutralize urine acidity and restore normal urinary function. Jad Salts, made from grapes, lemon, and lithia, is billed as inexpensive and harmless for urinary disorders.

Miss Williams to Sing Role in The Children's Crusade

Irene Williams has been selected to sing a soprano part in the musical legend The Children's Crusade to be presented next Tuesday in the High school auditorium. Although young, she is a singer of great promise and previously impressed at Aeolian Hall in New York with reports of improvement at her last concert there.

Irene Williams

Promising young soprano leads concert with trio

The article previews a debut performance by a young singer noted for her lovely voice and strong technique. Assisting artists include Inez Barbour, soprano, Robert Quail, tenor, and Norman Jolis, bass. A Tuesday rehearsal suggests the concert will be a standout, with ticket sales at Steinert's for members and the public, though many seats remain.

Miss Willams Inez Barbour Robert Quail Norman Jolis Steinert’s

Obituary notices from several local figures

Minetta Marquis Deveny six months daughter of Mr and Mrs Edward Deveny died yesterday at 904 Broad Street. Funeral Saturday at 2 20 PM at August G Baker mortuary chapel 1888 Stratford Avenue burial Lakeview cemetery. Frederick E Sirett services held yesterday at 2 PM at 1441 Seaview Avenue Rev H A Davenport officiated burial Park Cemetery. Gretchen A Nicolson services were largely attended yesterday 3 30 PM at the home 164 Denver Avenue Rev Donald B MacQueen officiated burial Mountain Grove Cemetery. Edwin Raymond Suttitt funeral yesterday at 2 PM from 509 Wood Avenue Rev Stephen F Sherman Jr officiated large attendance burial Mountain Grove Cemetery. Nellie F Murphy wife of Edward Murphy funeral yesterday at 9 30 AM from Fairfield home high mass at St Thomas Church Fairfield Rev William J Blake officiated burial St Thomas Cemetery Fairfield. Garrison F Brink services last night 7 30 PM at 603 Brooks Street Rev Archibald F Campbell officiated body to Rosindale for burial. Ward M Cowles funeral yesterday at 10 30 AM at 1785 North Avenue Rev Stephen F Sherman Jr officiated delegations from Hamilton Commandery Knights Templar and Knights of Pythias attended burial Lake Cemetery. Harriet Dixon 55 widow of John W Dixon died yesterday at 192 Wells Street funeral Saturday at 2 PM at home Rev Benjamin F Root officiated burial Park Cemetery.

Minetta M. Deveny Minetta Marquis Deveny Edward Deveny Broad Street August G. Baker Stratford Avenue Lakeview Cemetery Frederick Sirett Seaview Avenue H. A. Davenport People's Presbyterian Church Park Cemetery Gretchen A. Nicolson Elizabeth Nicolson Denver Avenue Donald B. MacQueen First Baptist Church Mountain Grove Cemetery Edwin F. Sulut Edwin Raymond Suttitt Wood Avenue Stephen F. Sherman, Jr St. John’s Episopal Church Nellie P. Murphy Nellie F. Murphy Edward Murphy Fairfield St. Thomas’ Church Fairfeld William J. Blake Burink St. Thomas’ Cemetery Garrison F. Brink Brooks Street Archibald F. Campbell Washington Park M. I Rosindale Ward M. Cowles Ward M Cowles North Avenue St. John’s Episcopal Church Hamilton Commandery Knights Templar Knights of Pythias Lake Cemetery Harriet Dixon John W. Dixon Wells Street Benjamin F. Root St. Paul's Episcopal Church

Bridgeport Women Vote Aim Hinges on State Ratification

Bridgeport women may vote for president this fall depending on Connecticut’s ratification of the suffrage amendment. One more state is needed to place the amendment on the national side of the ledger.

Bridgeport Connecticut

Seward B Price to Attend National Conference in Washington

Seward B Price secretary of the Chamber of Commerce will attend the National Conference of Community Organizations in Washington on Saturday.

Seward B. Price Chamber of Commerce Washington

French Award Honors Smith College Relief Unit

The French Government awarded the Silver Medal of Reconnaissance Française to the Smith College Relief Unit for aiding civilians in the Somme department since autumn 1917. Members Frances Valentine, Marie Wolfe, Elizabeth Bliss, Millicent Lewis, Ruth Joslin, Lucy Leavens, Margaret Wood, Marion Bennett, and Catherine Hooper served across Mondidier, Poix, and Beauvais fronts, with Miss Anne Chapin directing the unit.

Reconnaissance Francaise Smith College Reconnaisance Francaise Department of the Somme Frances Valentine American Red Cross of New York Mondidier Prix Beauvais Marie Wolfe American Red Cross Poix Richard Newhall New Haven Elizabeth Bliss Worcester Newhall Heauvais Anne Chapin Grecourt Somme Union Des Femmes Francaises Marie I. Wolfe Newark, N

Bridgeport Thrift Stamp Drive Boosts War Savings

Bridgeport schools reported February thrift and war savings stamp sales totaling 1514.87 dollars from about 26000 pupils. War Savings Chairman Henry S. Osborne plans stronger efforts over the final three months of the school year.

War Savings Bridgeport Connecticut War Savings Committee Henry S. Osborne

Holcomb Proclaims April Fast Day for Public Prayer

Governor Holcomb designates Friday April 2 as a day of fasting and prayer for Indiana citizens and all authorities. The proclamation urges united humility to seek wisdom and strength to align with divine purposes amid life and death questions. It calls in simpler times for guidance from God and restraint from human pride.

Gov. Holcomb

Iowa farmers hold corn within state

Des Moines reports show Iowa farmers start the new year with 166.5 million bushels of corn in crib, up 35 million from March 1 last year, with most remaining on farms or shipped out of state. Wheat and barley stocks are light, and farm values rise across land classes.

Des Moines Mar Towa Iowa Co-Operative Crop Reporting Service

Kayapha club meeting and upcoming events brief

About 25 young women attended the Kayapha club gathering as Miss Waldron of Los Angeles gave a illustrated talk on western scenery. Next week Miss Margretta Sattig will assist, Rev George L Paine will preach at St Peter's Thursday, and Plymouth Missionary Society meets with Mrs Rachel Bristol Thursday. A rear-end Bridgeport turnpike crash left William A Neary fined $604 for drunken driving.

Kayapha Club Jts George L. Paine New Haven St. Peter's Plymouth Missionary Society Rachel Bristol Cherry Street

The All-iportant Sports Coat Sale

A single price offer highlights the All-iportant Sports Coat at 39.50. The ad promotes a ready to wear suit with emphasis on value and one price. The notice targets male shoppers seeking a durable coat suitable for varied occasions.

Billie Burke House Dress Featured For Morning Wear

A dainty, smart, practical dress praised for good lines. The shoulders belt collar and sleeves fit well. Described as useful and becoming for morning house wear.

Ginghams in Checks and Stripes On Second Floor

A sale note lists ginghams in a variety of checks and stripes priced at 3.95. Items are advertised as located on the second floor of the store.

The Choice of a Hat Depends Upon the Wearer

The choice of a hat depends entirely on the wearer. Early spring styles offer many fashion-friendly options. Hats may be straw silk or Batavia, used singly or in combination. Walking Hats tilt or sweep. Sailors range from plain to lightly trimmed. Toques and Tarbans stay in vogue as close-fitting comfort hats.

Batavia

Children's stockings and boys' stockings on sale

Mercerized lisle stockings for children in white available in sizes 6 to 94 at 75 cents a pair. Also heavy ribbed round ticket stock ings for boys in black sizes 8 to 10 at 75 cents a pair. Main floor.

Leather Goods Price List Notes Narrow Belts and Purses

In Leather Belts all narrow widths in patent and dull leather also suede, 59 cis Purses all envelope style but in variety as regards size and inside fittings. In Vachette and dull leather 3.50 to 20.00 Main Mgor.

Vests and Bodices for Women on Main Floor

Ladies wear such as fine ribbed cotton vests and bodices described as soft and smooth to the touch with a band finish at the top. Regular sizes priced at 59 cents and extra sizes at 65 cents, located on the main floor.

Milford News Highlights Dance Concert and Civic Updates

A man jailed in New Haven faces charges of driving without a license and a Navy deserter suspicion. McHnelly's Orchestra lit up the town hall dance with lively music. John J. Doherty and son William return home to Walnut Beach after Florida. The Sons of Veterans plan a second monthly meeting and special work. The Alethea circle sets a tea at the chapel in two weeks. The periodical closes with a curious line about a phenomenal lump of the mice.

New Haven Navy Town Hall McHnelly John J. Doherty William Walnut Beach Florida Alethea Circle

St Patrick celebration and town notes in Milford

The article notes a St Patrick celebration by Central grammar school eighth graders with athletic events, games, dancing, and a collation attended by about 260. It mentions housing moves, rental market activity, and plans for a similar event after Easter, plus local concert soloists and a property sale in Milford.

Athletic Association Central Grammar School St. Patrick

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