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Newspaper
Bridgeport Times
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
May 03, 1920
Page
3
A boy narrates inventing Pottses Perple Paste a purple glue with sapient color and strong sticking power. He discusses seeking capital from his father and classmates, highlighting a curious, imaginative invention and a failed plan to raise funds by spending a nickel on jelly.
Postmaster Charles F. Greene reports a Washington directive allowing parcel post to the Dominican Republic weighing up to 22 pounds, up from 11. Berlin authorities note damage in transit due to thin pasteboard wrappers and urge sturdier packing or a canvass cover to withstand sea pressure.
The Merchants' Association of New York and the Committee on Pollution led by Sword Hatch Jr issue fly cards urging persistent pest control. They promote early spring swatting and safer chemicals like formaldehyde sodium salicylate, plus plant strategies to deter flies around homes and babies.
Readers note silk shirts remain popular with shipyard workers and clerks amid inflation. Perkale shirts sell at 2.50 while silk options reach 75 to 100 dollars per dozen for madras styles. A banking representative urges curbing extravagance and focusing on value to endure future costs.
Bridge on Yellow Mill Road will be closed from 1 30 A M to 4 30 A M on May 4 5 and 6 1920 for maintenance work and safety upgrades. Public access will be restricted during the hours stated and detours will be posted. Local authorities urge motorists to plan alternate routes.
The Bridgeport District Court limits six months for creditors to exhibit claims against the estate of Edward I Ellison of Bridgeport. Debtors must pay Alice Ellison executrix care of Pullman Comtey, 886 Main St. Grand List 1919 taxes due April 1 1920 at City Hall Tax Collectors Office with office hours listed. after May 1 1920 interest accrues at 0.75 percent monthly. Howard F Smith, Tax Collector.
An American sailor in England faced a 10 shilling loan debt after attempting to skip fare to London. The court lent him the amount from court funds, urging repayment to honor the credit of his country. He promised to repay and return to Tilbury, hoping for assistance from the American Consul.
In Willesden police court a constable testifying against a begging defendant claimed he saw the prisoner with "eight Presbyterians." When asked how he knew their religion the officer replied they were passers-by. The magistrate prompted clarification and the wit replied pedestrians.
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