Private Bank Keeps Open For Forty Seven Years In Bridgeport
Notice states the firm has operated at the same Bridgeport location for forty seven years and continues to receive and pay out on demand deposits. It highlights private banking services, depositor checks, a three percent annual interest rate, and tailored terms for individuals and businesses seeking flexible deposit periods and personal attention from the oldest firm of private bankers in the state.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mainami John Streets
Bridgeport
Conn
Hauke
Steht
Opening Accounts and Courtesy Talk Offered by Officers
The officers invite individuals corporations and civic social and religious organizations to discuss opening accounts. They state willingness to provide courtesies within their power and urge contact at any time for conversations about services and account setup.
Fire Insurance and Trust Services Offered by Real Estate Outfit
The advertisement promotes fire insurance, surety bonds, and real estate services. It states deposits subject to check earn interest on balances of 3500 or more, and the firm offers to act as trustees and administrators of estates. Signed by Y. L. Holzer and F. T. Staples.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Y. L. Holzer
FE. T. Staples
Obituary notices span several city deaths and services
Funeral services were held for Jane, wife of Thomas T. Sagan, at 8:30 from home and 9:00 at St. Augustine's with a high mass. Floral tributes and hymns marked the day. interment at St. Michael's cemetery. Other obituaries include Mary Loomis, Julia Sweet, Cisse Loos, William Salmon, Mary Earle, and John Paul, with details on residences, ages, and burial places. The report notes police demand for cabinet sized unmounted photos of new patrolmen, prompting local photographers and uniform makers to engage with new hires.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jane
Thomas T. Sagan
Grand Street
St. Augustine's Church
Mae Flaherty
F. J. Kelly
A. P. Brisebois
Cisse
John
Mary Loos
Bridgeport Hospital
Boyle's Corner
Fairfield
Police Department
Epilepsy Causes Death of Actress on Ocean Steamer
Southampton reports a post mortem on the Oceanic tragedy shows death from epilepsy. The deceased, initially identified as Miss Anna Wilson of New York, is believed to be Frances Leslie, another American actress.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Southampton
Eng
Oceanic
Anna Wilson
New York
David Fairchild Recovers Visits Newtown After Illness
A Newtown section notes David Fairchild recovering from grip illness and visiting his mother. Services for him will be held at St Peter's Monroe Tuesday evening conducted by Rev. Sheffield. Also mentioned are Gertrude Craft visiting from Danbury Normal School, Mrs. Hawley’s slow improvement, and a nurse returning home due to her mother’s illness. Deputy Sheriff Hayes attends Fairfield County sheriff's banquet in Bridgeport with committee Donnelly Wieler and Swood. Harmony Grange holds a lively meeting with songs and fines. a class led by Aimee Lavers and others initiated in the first degree.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
David Fairchild
Newtown
St. Peter's Church
Monroe
Mr. Sheffield
Tashua
Gertrude Craft
Danbury Normal School
William Craft
Milton Hawley
Bridgeport
Lucelia Lane
Edward S. Beardsley
Stephen B. Hayes
Fairfield County
Lehmann’s
John M. Donnelly
Joseph Wieler
H. R. Swood
Martha L. Andrews
Cherler Bilakeman
Sarah A. Sperry
Briidecport S
Dwight Fuller
Ruth Smith
Ann Smith
Sport Hill
Gylvanus Mallett
Sweet Briar
The
Baptist Sunday School
Easton Grange
Stepney
Congregational Church
Irma Nichola
Charles F. Nichola
Ladies’ Aid Society of Te Methodit
Edith F. Sherwood
Sport
Bill
New York
Erie Railroad Ad Calls Lowest Rates to Western States
The notice advertises low passenger and freight rates to California Oregon Washington Montana Nevada Idaho and Texas Arizona and British Columbia. It lists ERIE RAILROAD at 196 Washington St Boston Mass and mentions sunrise sunset high water and low water with moonset.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
California
Oregon
Washington
Montana
Nevada
Idaho
Texas
Arizona
British Columbia
Apply
Erie Railroad
Washington St
Boston
Mass
Sewage Disposal Yields Profits for Pasadena
An editorial argues that pollution controls and sewage disposal schemes can be profitable and beneficial. Cites Pasadena California profits from sewage farm operations including crops and livestock, plus a state station, while Bradford England and Boston offer profitable precedents. Urges readers to lobby state lawmakers to pass House Bill 708 to clean rivers, reduce typhoid risk, and restore fishing and recreation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. Henry Blakeman
Stratford
Pasadena
Cal
National Municipal Review
Pasadena Acres
Bradford
England
Garfield
Boston
Miles
Rules on Excess Baggage by Interstate Commission
Washington reports the Interstate Commerce Commission ruled excess baggage over 45 inches in any dimension except width may incur excess charges by railroads. If measurements exceed 72 inches carriers may refuse. Charges cap at five pounds per inch over 45. Cases may be up to 30 inches wide and 12 inches diameter. After a year’s notice railroads may refuse trunks with more than two bulging sides or with two bulging sides not opposite.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Interstate Commerce Commission
Special Diamond Ring Sale Highlighting Best Value
Special sale advertises diamond rings for ladies and gentlemen with options to open an account and exchange for a larger diamond after payment. It promises full-price credit if exchanging for a bigger stone.
Isabella C. Tuller Dies in Winsted at 68
In Winsted on March 9 Miss Isabella C. Tuller aged 68 passed away. The death notice notes the longtime resident and marks a peaceful burial to follow.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tuller
Winsted
Isabella C. Tuller
Daniels Farm and Bridgeport Gossip Headlines
Miss Mary Botsford returns home from Bridgeport while Ira B Evans visits Daniels Farm. Renton hosts Elton from New York building a bungalow. Seamen's Friends Society gifts loan library shipbound to Buenos Aires. Church gains a commemorative communion set from Miss Rebecca Beardsley. Community plans spring exterior decorating and Easter concert at Baptist church. Numerous local residents mentioned with visits and gatherings across Daniels Farm, Center, and Tashua.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mary Botsford
Daniels Farm
Frederick Botsford
Bridgeport
Ira B. Evans
Albert B. Linley
Edward Renton
Congregational Church
Rebecca Beardsley
Jesse L. Chalker
Sherman L. Thomas
Daniel H. Ward
Joseph M. Tucker
John L. Beach
Rollin E. Burton
Wilbur N. French
Watertown
Chester F. Brinsmade
Simeon Jenkinson
Baptist Pastor Speaks on Livingstone Journey in Africa
Easton pastor Rev F S Clark delivered an engaging sermon on David Livingstone's voyage through Africa on Sunday morning. Passion Week services are planned at the Baptist church Tuesday through Friday evenings this week. Mrs Clarence B Andrews of Rock
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
F. S. Clark
The
Baptist Church
David Livingstone
Aflica
the Baptist Church
Clarence B. Andrews
Rock
Cleaneasy Hand Soap Promises Gentle Yet Strong Cleaning
An old advertisement touts Cleaneasy hand soap by William K. Wine of Stratford Ave. It claims to be gentle on hands while instantly removing stove grease ink paint and dirt from hands and clothing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wm. K. Wine
Tre Stratford Ave
Well and as Much Advertising Motto Stated
A historical notice quotes the maxim No merchant ever failed if he advertised as well and as much as possible, underscoring persistent promotion as a path to business success. The brief reflects period emphasis on aggressive marketing and visibility.
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First Bridgeport National Bank
C. G. Sanford
F. N. Benham
H. Brothwell
H. ©. Woodworth
F. N. Benham, Jr
L. Watson & CO
People's Savings Bank
Ss. W. Baldwin
Wilmais H. Lyon
James Staples & Co Bankers and Brokers
State Street
West Indies
Panama Canal
Bank St
East Side
North End
West End
Burr & Knapp
Main Street
Bridgeport, Conn
W.W. D. Cook & Son
Water Street
M. J. Maloney
W .A. Miles
Bartholomay
Rochester
Jones Avenue
Mary B
Lewis H. Loomis
Julia L
S. Howard Sweet
Maplewood Avenue
Harmonie Rebekah Lodge
William D. Salmon
A. L. Porter
Wood Avenue
John MacLaren Richardson
Putney Cemetery
Mary
George Earle
Asylum Street
Frank
Fred Pitt
C. W. Brucker
John Paul
Ann and
Pembroke Streets
Maiden Lane
Mountain Grove Cemetery
Oeo
Westport
Hayes Fish CO
Telm
Crawford Laundry Co
Fairfield Avenue
the People’s Dairy
Charn Tel
GEO
A. Robertson
John F. Fay
Uphol
INET
IOR Fabrics
Tel
W. FE. Halligan
Broad Street
Bryant Electric CO
Tte
Gustav Broch & Son
Moerlein
Cincinnati Beer
Smith's
Sees
Broch’s
Automobile Bow
Spev
Geo. B. Clark & Co
POST
Onyx
Flossery
Marze
Lord & Taylor
Commission
M. J. Buechler
the Reliable Jeweler
Fairfield Ave
Middle St
Georgia
Haddock
Banner Milling Co
Bridgeport Public Market
East Main St
Esate
Bridgeport Distributing Company
State ST
Specialty Gas CO
Mullenee
Staples
Tetephonsa Aa
Trumbull
Curve
Fatfield Avenue
Cannon Bt
Easton
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