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Newspaper

Bridgeport Times

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

May 14, 1920

Page

8

Prediction of a period of low mood and lower prices

San Francisco May 14 news reports F IL Lipman vice president of Wells Fargo Nevada National Bank telling delegates at the National Foreign Trade Convention that a period of low mood with lower prices and wages may follow inflation in the money market in the United States He cautioned that a sudden charge could trigger a crisis but the Federal Reserve System should prevent a panic He argued that currency rehabilitation abroad is necessary and that exports should improve through better ports and exchange rate stability He warned that Europe would face impact if Americans reduce demand and warned exporters cannot absorb such shifts without domestic demand support

San Francisco Cal United States F. IL Lipman Mir United Europe

Ambition Brand For Nervous People

Ambition Brand touted as a remedy for nervous fatigue and despondency. Wendell Pitts and the Ambition brand claim to restore vitality in a few days, with Hindle’s Pharmacy and local drug stores authorized to refund purchase price. The ad urges sixty cents for the product and lists dealers at Hindle’s Pharmacy and Harrison drug stores.

Wonderf Annhcor Wendell Pitts Hindle Harrison Druc

Pesky Bed Bugs and Quick Supposed Remedies

An odd antiquated notice touts a chemical called Q that allegedly incapacitates bed bugs and related pests. It promotes various unverified products and outlets, claiming safe and rapid eradication with little risk, while listing dubious hospital fees and a string of obscure suppliers and stores.

Trade stance and money market outlook quoted

The remarks discuss stimulative imports for exports, a fundamentally sound money market despite speculative concerns, and Liberty Bonds carried by banks as inflationary rather than intrinsic value. The speaker asserts banks will provide necessary accommodations and that trade remains able to obtain needed finance.

United States Mr. Lipman

Doctor Neumann Joins American Tube and Stamping Co

Dr. H A Neumann of 1635 Pairfield Avenue, previously physician for Columbia Graphophone, has accepted a life position at American Tube and Stamping Co. He will head all medical departments and also serves as plant physician for Bryant Electric Co. Neumann formerly practiced in New York City for 11 years.

H. A. Neumann Pairfield Avenue Columbia Graphophone American Tube & Stamping Co Neumann Bryant Electric Co Bridgeport New York City

Royal seal for stage pays marks birth of English company

On May 10 1574 Queen Elizabeth issued a royal license for the performance of stage plays marking the date of England’s first established regular company of players. The piece surveys origins from David’s harp to Greek tragedy and comedy, noting Aeschylus Sophocles Euripides Aristophanes and the rise of dramatic art.

Greece Tragos Bacchus Aechylans Sophocles Euripides

Sounds in a sea shell as natural resonators

The article explains that sea shells act as resonators for air waves, turning unseen sounds into audible tones. It compares shells to wooden guitar bodies and violins, noting their structure amplifies sound and can reveal frequencies normally inaudible to the human ear when held to the ear.

Sounds in a Sea Shell Explain Hearing Waves

The article explains how ear trumpets enhance hearing, how shells magnify sounds, and why shells seem to carry sea imagery though the noises heard are not actual waves. It notes how quiet places exist and how sound proof rooms can be built. The excerpt references The Book of Wonders from the Bureau of Industrial Education.

Bureau of Industrial Education, Inc Washington, D.G

Frequenters Pay Fines After City Raid on Gambling House

Peter Lisa of 5 French Street appeared in City Court after last night raid by vice squad at 549 Housatonic Avenue. He was fined 25 dollars for hosting a gambling house.

Housatonic Avenue Peter Lisa French Street

Local raid fines set for six frequenters and two weapon charges

Six frequenters paid fines of 10 dollars each. Enrico Comméro of 263 Lindley Street and Angelo Gielo of 85 French Street were fined 25 dollars for possessing a knife. Both men, plus others, were fined 50 dollars for carrying a revolver and were taken in the raid.

Ing Enrico Comméro Lindley Street Angelo Gielo French Street

Advertiser Claims True Quality for Bedroom Suites

Noticeably True: Hadley's claims universal trust in four piece Bedroom Suite ads. Readers urged to compare with other stores, visit to verify stock as complete as ever due to heavy purchases years ago, before shortages or price rises.

Hadley Bridgeport Hadley’s

Summer Rugs Sale Promises Pleasant Assortment

A catalog of Summer Rugs offers a pleasing selection in Grass, Malaga? and Web? colors at friendly prices. The note highlights sales designs and colors available for buyers seeking Summer Rugs.

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