Spotted fever outbreak noted on Bridgeport East Side
The Bridgeport area reports spotted fever cases in the east side with two children treated by Dr John Formichella at Pembroke Street. Health data show May fatalities at 154 with 74 women and 30 men, including several under age 1 and 14 tuberculosis deaths.
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Bridgeport
John Formichella
Pembroke Street
Ita -Speaks
Aurilio
Marinaccio
Germany
Sof
Plant Line Steamer Captain Suspended by Court Inquiry
A court inquiry into the sinking of the Plant Line steamer A W Perry off Chebucto Head on June 8 orders Captain Alfred Ellis to have his certificate suspended for six months. The Perry, sailing from Boston with 42 crew, struck during heavy fog. all crew were rescued. Funeral notices follow for several individuals in Connecticut and nearby towns, including James E B Doolittle 66, Milford. James Kelly in New Haven. Raymond Wood Foote 30. Edgar Nathan Barrett 68.
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DN. S
A. W. Perry
Chebucto Head
J Alfred Ellis
Perry
Boston
Weather and street entrance note for Bridgeport
Entrances on Main Street Fairfield Avenue and Cannon Street in Bridgeport Conn. listed for Friday June 18 1915 with fair conditions tonight and possible showers Saturday.
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Bridgeport
Conn
Dresses Blending Oldtime Charm With Modern Dash
New arrivals showcase white embroidered voiles and rich voiles with all over embroidery. Prices range from 8.50 to 16.50, with $12.50 and $10 examples highlighted. Fashions described emphasize graceful lines, distinct patterns, and value in a substantial women’s dress collection on the second floor.
Silk and curtain bargains move through third floor sale
A retail listing describes silk jersey sport coats in rose green and Copenhagen shades at ten dollars, plus gloves, curtains, and madras fabrics. It highlights new stock items, lace edging, and Mercerised scrim with varied patterns.
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Copenhagen
Bicycle thefts alarm city as band suspected in June surge
In the last days Martin, a Carpenters and Joiners’ Union agent, loses a new bicycle left on Kossuth street while a passerby witnesses it being ridden away. Thefts are rising with many new machines believed shipped out of town. Also, Dr Florence Sherman selects a blue serge nurse uniform with a badge for school nurses to be worn from September. A sand dredge arrives for Lake Torpedo Boat Co to work on eight new shipways.
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von Bernstorff
Cologne Gazette
Wilson
Germany
England
United States
Lokal Anzeiger
America
Gazette
Philipp .Zorn
Hague Tribunals
von Kuchiwetter
Tas
Hhantmen
von Kuehlwetter
Martin Case
Carpenters and Joiners’ Union
Park Avenue
Kossuth Street
Kane
Florence Sherman
Board of Health
Lake Torpedo Boat Co
Howwwland’s in Main Street and Fairfield Avenue
A fragment notes Howwwland’s on Main Street and Fairfield Avenue with repeated references to entrances. The readable text appears to describe shop locations or storefronts but lacks a clear event or action. No dates, prices, or personnel are identifiable.
Hart Schaffner and Marx Rear Floor Pure Fabric
On the main floor at Oggright Hart Schaffner and Mr, a rear section description notes clothing items. The fragment hints at a display or available merchandise in a department store setting.
Cool Weather Underwear And Suits For Boys And Men
Light balbriggan shirts and drawers and gauze and nainsook undergarments offered at 25c to 50c and 1.50. Union suits and soft shirts feature light fabrics and comfort. Howland Double-Service blue serge suits priced 5 to 7.50 with Norfolk jackets. Silk-boot stockings, vests, and summer underwear described with locations noted as left aisle and rear.
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Main Street
Deaths in Norwich area claim three lives
Raymond Wood Foote 30, of 841 Hancock Avenue, died in Norwich after years as an invalid from a childhood injury. James Kelly, 50, of 13 Gregory Street, a longtime Locomobile worker, died at St. Vincent’s Hospital. he leaves a widow, four sons, a daughter, a sister and a brother. Walter A. Keeling, Crane Valve Co. clerk of 1643 North Avenue, was rushed to Bridgeport Hospital after an appendectomy operation earlier today.
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Ay Foote
Norwich
Conn
Raymond Wood Foote
Hber R
Florence Osborn Foote
Hancock Avenue
Raymond Wood
Eber R
Florence Osborne Foote
James Kelly
St. Vincent’s Hospital
Gregory Street
South End
Mr Kelly
Locomobile Co. of America
Holy Name Society of Sacred Heart Church
Elizabeth Kelly
Michael
James
Joseph
George
Walter A. Keeling
Crane Valve Company
North Avenue
Bridgeport Hospital
Eli B. Ives
Garden dresses and awning stripes for young folks
Garden dresses described as thoroughly new and graceful in white with color accents priced at $10. Skirts feature fiounces or long tunics with ruffles, Quaker collars, and embroidered trims in navy blue lavender maroon tan. Veile dresses showcase striped awning patterns and bolero-waisted silhouettes with white lawn collars. sizes 14 to 18. Prices range from $6 to $10.
Fashionable summer blouses and boys wear on display
Summer blouses in sport and regular styles suit boys and girls, with short-sleeve, loose, and white or patterned options. Indian and Cowpuncher outfits, plus Etons for younger boys, are offered. women’s linen handkerchiefs, fish-pole knives, and a steel-frame matting handbag are advertised with various prices and sizes, third floor.
Maby Strapped to State Hospital After Insanity Charge
William H. Maby formerly of this city was taken to Middletown insane asylum following probate court commitment of Bridgeport. Charities Investigator Alexander Morrissey arranged the transfer amid a flurry of local notices and housing ads from the era.
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William H. Maby
New Haven
Middletown
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East Side
Suspen
Myrtle Beach
Milford
James EB. Doolittle
Walker & Banks
Fairfield Avenue
Lakeview
A*p Sarrett
Shelton
Edgar Nathan Barrett
Howland’s
Cannon Street
Thankful
Joe Lincoln
Cape
Trankful
Bauer
Polly
Howland Dry Goods CO
Howwland’s
Hart Schaffner & Marx
HS & M
Howland Dry Goods Coo
Howland
Fairfield Av
Wome
Ns Linen
Noble Avenue
J. P. Powers
State St. D
T. U. 8S. Army
BE. S. Wilcox
Stratford Avenue
Maby
State Hospital
Illinois Senate
Central Ave
Reandy
Country Board
H. R. P Office
Warner Bros. Co
U. S. Engineer Office
New London
Chamber of Commerce
Housatonic River
Common Council Chamber
City Hall
City of
Pequonnock River
City Engineer’s Office
Dita
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