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Newspaper
Bridgeport Evening Farmer
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Jan 01, 1915
Page
10
Tomorrow night closes this big money saving sale with many dainty pieces of underwear. Embroidered, beaded and ribbon trimmed items in various styles are offered at bargain prices. Highlights include 50c crepe drawers for 3c, 50c corset covers for 40c, $1.50 princess slips for 1.10, and $1.50 muslin gowns for 4.85 among other attractively priced lots.
A catalog of sale discounts across men and women apparel and accessories ranges from underwear, coats, and nightwear to dresses, coats, lingerie, and children's wear. Notable price cuts include men s suits and knit coats, ladies coats and suits, and assorted hosiery and accessories, with many items offered at substantial markdowns.
Special to The Farmer reports Colonel Valery Havard of Mainstreet Fairfield is named health officer. veteran of Spanish American War and Russo-Japanese War as observer. He has retired from active practice and army and now resides in Fairfield. Public notice appears amid classified ad text and promotional inserts.
Great January Clearance Sale continues tomorrow with reductions on fur muffs and neck pieces across many styles. Prices range from affordable to premium, featuring fox, raccoon, lynx, and mink pieces, coats, and related fall and winter wear, plus dramatic reductions on waists and dresses and a selection of hats and veils. The notice also promotes theater information and a change in leads for an upcoming stage presentation.
The 1915 centenary year marks the life of John Leechman once famed as a pugilist. From early wins and prize money to clashes with Bendigo and Caunt, his ring career featured long matches, fierce battles, and a place among England’s boxing legends.
Obituary notes Sister Mary Bernard known as Sarah Quilty died at Corpus Christi monastery Hunt's Point N Y aged 43 after 21 years in the order. Born in North End she was valedictorian of her high school class and taught at Island Brook before joining the Dominican order. She translated religious works from French and German and is survived by three brothers Martin Daniel and Michael. Funeral at monastery tomorrow at 2:30 PM.
A Stratford resident named Rollins fended off two assailants near Beardsley Street and Linden Avenue, prompting a call to Constable and the arrest of one suspect identified as Frank Niskie of Bridgeport. The other robber fled. police continue seeking the partner. Burglars later robbed Abram Wellington’s home on Him Street, stealing over $80 in jewelry and cash after prying open a window. New Year’s celebrations filled Stratford venues with dances and open-house events, while wedding announcements noted Miss Margaret Boland and Mr Arthur Hierpe wed at Holy Trinity Church on August 25.
In Lima Peru on January 1 resignations from the cabinet were announced due to unsatisfactory hospital conditions. Interior Minister Fernando Puchs and War Minister Col Abril were named as the latest members to leave the administration.
Death notices dated December 30 1914 to January 4 1915 list John F Flynn Charles J Byrne Gertrude A Ward Fary Cirten Edgerton and Jehan O Connor. Details include last residences funeral times church services and interments at St Micheal St Augustine Usien New Haven New Britain and Sacred Heart. Friends invited to attend services and interments follow solemn high masses and burial in local cemeteries.
Bridgeport Hydraulic Company at 820 Main Street posts notice of water rates for the quarter ending January 1 1915. Bills must be paid by January 15 1915. Office hours Saturdays 1 a.m. to 12 m and 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. January 9 and 10 1915. Albert B Lavery signs.
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