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Newspaper
Bridgeport Times
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Mar 29, 1920
Page
10
The advertisement touts Bayer Genuine Aspirin as a physician approved remedy for colds pains headaches neuralgia lumbago and rheumatism. It notes Bayer as the trade mark and lists a 19 year history with small tin boxes of 12 tablets priced at a few cents.
An advertisement claims sluggish kidneys result from excessive meat intake. It recommends four ounces of rad Salts mixed with water to be taken daily for several days to stimulate kidney action, cleanse uric waste, neutralize urine acids, and end bladder weakness. It extols a grape and lemon juice based formula with Athia and markets as an inexpensive, safe effervescent health drink.
Mrs. Hannah White of Bridgeport reports spending over 500 dollars on CINOT with little relief until one bottle restored strength and health. She praises CINOT as worth a fortune compared to other remedies. Stores listed include Hartigan's Drug Stores in Bridgeport and outlets in Southport Westport Stratford Fairfield Milford Danbury Shelton Ansonia New Haven and Derby.
The American Railway Express Company plans nationwide improvements while operating as a single unit. Agent Driver urges patience and cooperation as centralized management standardizes methods, expands facilities, and returns to normal conditions after 1918 merger. Rates may rise to sustain service and restore old efficiency.
A Brooklyn conference of federal officials will decide if search warrants are required before seizing liquor. Participants include Judges E L Garvin and Thomas L Chatfield, US Attorney Leroy W. Ross, and US Marshal James M Power. The issue arose after a case where Frank Murphy was found with five half pint flasks and a warrant question surfaced.
American Chamber of Commerce in Argentina reports cost of living surged from 100 in 1910 to 178 by 1918, with 1919 adding another 10. Food, rent, and clothing drove the rise, clothing up to 204, food about 145. For Americans in Buenos Aires, a single man needs about 250 dollars monthly, a married couple about 500, with high rents and housing costs in core districts.
Birmingham Ala pioneers a long running community singing movement begun in 1917. The city hosted outdoor and indoor sings from parks amphitheatres and civic venues reaching over 25 000 people across more than 1 000 events in multiple years.
A shopping notice highlights Easter capes and stoles in black and brown with new choker collars. Chokers priced around 8.56 with main floor display, items shown from 16.50 to 35.00 and up.
Empire style clothing items priced for youngsters include bodice tops with hemstitching and adjustable elastic at 3.98 and 1.98 for envelopes, plus step-in combinations at 5.00 and 5.83 with tax.
A pink satin dainty light weight corset with elastic top suitable for small slender figures sizes 19 to 26. Wear for dancing or regular use. Corsets discontinued selling at $5.00 while they last. Small lots priced from $1.50 to $10.00, with reliable makes and good workmanship.
New stock of genuine Armenian handkerchiefs arrives for Easter with prices from 1.50 to 7.00 dollars. Sports handkerchiefs feature colored borders and all over designs and pair with summer dresses. Women’s linen handkerchiefs in hemstitched varieties range 35 to 3.50 dollars, men’s linen 0.50 to 1.50, children’s novelty 0.15 to 0.25. Located on main floor center aisle corners.
New bus lines extend into suburban areas as street car firms test motor buses to replace costly trolley extensions. Chicago sees a 60 passenger double decker with glass upper deck signaling industry growth. Auto makers rush to standardize bus types amid rising demand. In medical notes Rev. John J. Keane returns to duties after December surgery at Post Graduate Hospital New York. Revs C M Hosey and Charles M Kelly recover from injuries and pneumonia respectively. Newly ordained Revs William Dwyer and Walter Kenny receive permanent curacies in Hartford and New Haven after assisting amid priest shortages.
Signs of spring appear as warmer days emerge with a cuckoo sighting and lingering chilly winds. A brief snow squall may occur while residents note spring’s arrival last week around five in the afternoon. An ad lists hemmed sheet sizes and prices: 63 by 90, 72 by 90, 71 by 90 at two dollars and fifty cents, with third-floor details.
A delightful assortment of Easter novelties and wholesome candies for children includes Chocolate Cocoanut Cream Eggs Crystallized Cocoanut Bon Bons Butter Cream Rabbits and Chicks Chocolate Rabbits and Cream Eggs Colored Bon Bon Eggs Crystallized Eggs and assorted pieces priced from 7 to 90 ets. Main fico.
New York actor Crayne travels to the Pacific Coast to support Earle Williams in an upcoming feature film. The assignment marks Crayne’s return to major studio work and aligns with Williams’ new project on the West Coast.
Corinne Griffith headlines Deadline at Eleven, premiered last week at the Broadway Theatre in New York City. The production showcased Griffith in a leading role as audiences flocked to the spacious venue. ADVERTISE IN THE TIMES.
An old Times want page features Dr Edwards Olive Tablets promoted as a substitute for calomel to improve appetite and color in cheeks. The ad appeals to readers with claims of better looks and taste, urging purchase via the classified section.
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