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Newspaper
Bridgeport Evening Farmer
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Jun 21, 1917
Page
9
President Woodrow Wilson issued a proclamation designating June 23 to 30 as recruiting week for the regular army. He urged unmarried men without dependents not in vital war work to enroll, aiming for 70 000 recruits to feed the regulars promptly.
Special to The Farmer. Washington June 21 Two Bridgeport men and a Stratford man received commissions in the United States Army. Joe Widner of Bridgeport and John E Barrett of Stratford were commissioned as captains in the ordnance corps. Another Bridgeport man, tied to Wade Street, was commissioned as major in the ordnance corps.
A great lot of odd suits from regular stock offered at a special price to today. Sizes available in many patterns and styles including young men, conservative, striped and checked fabrics. Suits described as thoroughly tailored with good wool and comfortable linings, previously $22.50 or $35, now $19.50.
A reader notes a bathrobe offered at 3 85 remains a bargain. The item has sold for years at the same price and, on today’s market, would be worth 5 dollars. The robe is described as well made, roomy, in attractive colors, suitable for home or beach use.
A vintage ad promises men's swimsuits that stay warm and free movement. It lists Pure worsted medium weight two piece suits at 3 dollars, contrast trimming at 3.50, heavy waisted sleeveless or quarter sleeve at 4 dollars, and sweater knit two piece in gun metal or navy with white trimming at 4.50 dollars. Fourth floor.
Harvey Engel of New York received six months in the workhouse after reportedly making slighting remarks about the United States military uniform. The Fort Riley cantonment camp contract went to George A. Fuller Co. of New York, and Fort Sam Houston to Stone & Webster of Boston. President Wilson declared a recruiting week from June 23 to 30 urging 70,000 volunteers for the regular army. The USGA national amateur championship at Oakmont Club in Pittsburgh, scheduled August 20 to 25, has been cancelled.
Among the coats, several attractive tan brown and gold coats are highlighted along with black and blue coats. All items will drop prices following one command with savings ranging from 20 to 32.50 dollars for suits 12.50 to 25 dollars for coats. Ready Friday morning a large floor lot of each condition.
Footwear and swim accessories for women feature new bathing shoes in white with black or pink accents priced from 25c to 1.50, cork soles from 25c to 60c, rubber caps and hats in bright colors, and belts and garters. Various shades and styles highlight comfort and style for beach and poolwear.
Silk stockings advertised with a range of new styles for graduation, evening events, and daily wear. BB White silk with lisle, all-silk options, striped patterns, embroidered Ro man designs in pink green and purple, and sport-appropriate colors priced from 75 cents to $5. Left aisle rear.
A local sale advertises young folks silk dresses once priced at 12.50 and 19 dollars now offered at 10 dollars and 1 dollar. The dresses are described as taffeta and satin in youthful styles with coat effects, rich colors, and fine workmanship, with limited stock to clear quickly.
A durable chambray dressup suit for boys ages 2 to 6 priced at $1.15. It features a short Russian jacket, white collar, and belt designed to stay clean, reducing laundering. Sold in the front basement with colors gray tan or blue.
Crepe de chine underwear is light and delicate yet durable with careful laundering and cool ironing. Special value camisoles in lace trim range from 90 cents to 1.10 dollars, with pink and flesh tones in sizes 38 to 46. Envelope chemises priced at 2 and 2.50 dollars.
Frank J. Moyle, long presumed dead after a drowning near the Jersey coast, resurfaces in Torrington on Saturday. He is recognized by old associates, says physicians gave him only months to live, and reveals his aim to provide for his son and arrange life insurance proceeds. Moyle left a Water street restaurant with a bowling alley, and his wife has remarried.
The State Council of Defense reportedly opposed using Home Guards for factory protection and profits for owners. Proposals suggest interim private guards be hired and armed with permits until National Guard calls. Officials urge Home Guard focus on serious duties beyond mere watchman service. Prague faces revolutionary agitation for independence in Bohemia. Horsford's Acid Phosphate advertised for dry mouth relief.
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