Petitions seek Bridgeport annexation by Clapp Spooner trustees
Notice unites Robert E. Deforest and Frank T. Staples as trustees seeking General Assembly action in Hartford on the first Monday in January 1318 to annex to Bridgeport portions of land currently in Fairfield. The description follows Brooklawn Avenue and Rooster River center lines, detailing private road extensions, property lines, and parcels including The Brooklawn Company lands, Villa Avenue, and Kepler Nichols holdings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Robert E. Diforest
Frank T. Staples
Clapp Spooner
General Assembly
Connecticut
Hertford
Bridgeport
Fairfield
Senecaticut
Brooklawe Avenue
Rooster River
Isi
Brooklawn Avenues
Fairfeld Land Records
Iume
Coood Avenue
Cullingewood
Brooklawn
Brooklawn Company
Anc
Godfray
Kepler Nichols
Goore
Leas
Villa Avenue
Esterly
H. Holcome
The
Superior
Ford Held For Embezzlement In City Court
James B. Ford of Irving arraigned before Fasperas Foster on embezzlement charges. He is alleged to have pilfered funds collected from customers of McFfrey Brothers Company while employed as a collector for several months. Proceedings were continued as his counsel sought further time.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Young
Alsta
Timii
Ares
Baldwin Wins Reelection in Connecticut Governor Race
Hartford report shows Gov Simeon B Baldwin reelected by a large margin with 78,264 votes to Judge Studley’s 67,581 and other party totals. Lieutenant Governor Tingler led Republicans. Secretary of State Carlson and Treasurer Roberts also listed with clear pluaritles. Total statewide votes tallied include 185,922 for Lieutenant Governor and 189,999 for Comptroller.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hartford
Simeon B Baldwin
John P. Studley
Tingier
Rockville
Charles H. Peck
Albert Phillips
GB. Carlson
S. Roberts
Mr. Holmes
Waterbury
Daniel P. Dunn
S Jay
Fayette I. Wright
Capitol
Athersoom
Baldwin
Studiey
Heardeley
Baesett
Weill
Smith
Goodwin
Cas
Studley
Hohenthal
Herbert Knox Smith
Tingler
Pack
Lamonte
Shepard
Knapp
Butterworth
Eae Carlson
Suseman
T. T. Pattlips
Sherman
Hosselle
Roberts
Holmes
Sia Wites
J . Lab
oMicera
Treamirer
Tn Sith
Hawkins the Florist Prepares for Christmas Rush
Robert H. Hawkins of 1223 Main Street readies Hawkins Florist for Christmas visitors. Bulk and made-up greenery, wreaths, festoons, and Yuletide hangings are offered with baskets of flowering plants. Orchid displays, poinsettias, crotons, and varied cut flowers promise festive arrangements for shoppers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Robert H. Hawkins
Main Street
Hawkins’s
Stratheld Florist
Hawkins
Christmas Flowers At John Reck And Son’s
The John Reck & Son florist at 585 Main Street displays a Yuletide collection with poinsettias and palmsetsias in baskets and hampers. Window displays feature palmsetsias and ornate basket arrangements, with cut flowers including violets and azaleas noted as seasonal offerings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Reck & Son
Main Street
Poinsett
Wart remover ad promises beauty with Cyrus Pharmacy
A vintage style advertisement touts Cyrus Wart Remover claiming it removes a wart in a few days without pain. Available only at Cyrus Pharmacy located at 25 Fairfield Avenue and 386 Cannon Street.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cyrus
Cyrus Pharmacy
Fairfield Avenue
Cannon St
CleanEasy Best Hand Soap Ad Promises Quick Cleaning
An old advertisement touts CleanEasy hand soap as best for removing stove polish rust grease ink paint and dirt instantly from skin and clothing. Manufactured by Wm. R. Winn at 244 Stratford Ave. Ad notes want ads cost a cent a word.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wm. R. Winn
Stratford Ave
Newtown Club Hears Wilson at Dinner
Lynn W. Wilson representative elect from Bridgeport was the special guest of Newtown Men's Literary Club. He spoke on U S government reforms and party platform measures including direct primaries votes for women and popular election of U S senators. Dr. William J. McLaughlin of Bridgeport joined as guest and both men left for Bridgeport together after a pleasant visit.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Newtown
Lynn W. Wilson
Bridgeport
Grand Central Hotel
Wilson
United States
Nee Enterprises
Panama Canal
Republican Party
General Assembly
Connecticut
William J. McLaughlin
Snd
McLaughlin
Fraternal lodge officers listed for multiple orders
Fraternal notes announce officers for Angeline H Bartlett's Daughters of Veterans chapter and Bridgeport units of N E O P K OT M, W O W, with posts ranging from president to master at arms. Also details officers for Live Oak Camp and related units, plus a Christmas shop calendar feature from James Van Dyk Co with a free calendar offer for purchases.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Angeline H Bartlett
Daughters of Veterans
Margaret T. Beck
Mary Gammell
Mary Mills
Jessie Berrien
Lillie Brown
Clara Smith
Katherine Gregory
Mary Pixley
Carrie Elwood
Live Oak Camp
No. 18
James van Dyk Company
van Dyk Company
James, van Dyk Co
Baldwin Answers Critics After Mann Resolution Vote
New Haven December 12 Governor Baldwin replies to critics from a local colored gathering. He says the Mann resolution aimed to censure views by Governor Blease, and emphasizes support for free speech and the right of each governor to express his mind without fear of censures.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New Haven
Baldwin
Mann
Richmond
Blease
Mann Fesolation Move Stirs Table Debate
The remarks reference a move to lay the Mannheim Fesolation on the table, described as "without -da ate." The language suggests a procedural bluff or placeholder in the discussion, with names and exact actions unclear but implying a formal table action or parliamentary maneuver.
Attractive Windows At Horan & Son's
James Horan and Son on Main and Bank streets showcase lavish Christmas window displays. Bright with floral arrangements, Christmas trees, made up baskets, greenery, and flowering plants including azaleas and roses, plus Italian pottery accents to entice shoppers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James Horan & Son
Bank
Horan
V. Host Whist Event by Veterans Club at Colonial Hall
N. W. Bishop Camp Spanish War Veterans hosted a whist and dance in Colonial Hall Fairfield Avenue drawing a large crowd. Thirty awards were presented to top players before dancing to Capron's orchestra. A relics exhibit from the war drew much interest.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
N. W. Bishop
Colonial Hall
Fairfield Avenue
Capron
State Briefs Highlight New Appointment At Storrs College
New Haven Dr. B H Jenkins appointed head of the experiment station at Storrs College. Greenwich commuters file ICC complaint over two year rate increases on New Haven road. Hartford Joseph J Spruell freed from county jail and taken to Washington D C where he allegedly obtained $9 on a worthless check.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New Haven
B. H. Jenkins
Storrs College
Greenwich
Interstate Commerce Commission
Hartford
Joseph J. Spruell
Washington, D. C
Partola Promises Clear Complexion Through Blood Purifier
Commerce era advertisement touts Partola as a laxative blood purifier that removes poisons from blood stomach and bowels. It claims system toning and complexion improvement, urging readers to buy in at local druggists in 15c or 5c boxes or a 1c trial size from PARTOLA CO. 160 24 Ave N.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Partola
Rugelst
Partola CO
Christmas House Furnishings Sale Ad Highlights Prices
An advertisement lists a wide range of living room and bedroom furniture with prices from 59 cents to 225 dollars. Items include rockers and chairs, luxurious couches, Davenport sofa beds, parlor tables, piano stools, music cabinets, jardiniere stands, parlor cabinets, ladies desks, dressing tables, beds, buffets, sideboards and dining tables.
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Strathield Motes Halding
FORD
Hammer Becmiter
Whiter
Carpenter
Marfolk
Frank Gregory
Dees
Annie K. Shepard
Judas Mer
Gov. Bladwin
Board of Canvassers
Albany
New York
Lavinia Dock
New
York
Rosalie Jones
Abbott Imade
Katherine Abbott
Ida C
Morel
Newtown Club
Bridgeport Lodge
James E. Tyer
William Fitch
James T. Rock
William H. Galbrunner
Nellie Ayer
John H. Rock
John JH. Vanstone
James H. Qertle
Grand Lodge
William H Galbrunner
Wiliam Fitch
K. OT. M
Joseph A. Sheaquin
A. W. Simpsa
Charles BH. Taylor
D. J. Troy
Joseph A. Eigemen
Patrick Murray
Horan & Son
Ww. V
Chrismas
McDougall
Glenwood
Gouch
Bissell
Main ST
Fairfield Ave
Oriental Rug Store
Saints Galleae
Jerusalem
OUR Dolls Hospital
H. D. Meymarian Oriental Bug Store
Golden Hill ST
Main, Bridgeport
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