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Newspaper

Bridgeport Evening Farmer

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

May 23, 1913

Page

15

Ardminial A. Smith Froebel Kindergarten Program in Lafayette Street

Local notes report this afternoon’s class day exercises at the Ardminial A. Smith Froebel Kindergarten on Lafayette street with a pleasing program. Also mentioned are party cautions by Horace H. Jackson to Progressive members, a Bridgeport Aerts election, trolley line updates, Courtland English Club scenes from Jane Austin, a Stratfield dance, a surprise party for Mrs. Abraham at 1449 Main Street, and local ads for wart removals and beauty products.

A. Smith Froebel Lafayette Street Progressive Party Plaza Theatre Horace H. Jackson Courtland Janet Austin Edith W. Peck Stratfield Abrahame Main Street I. Levy J. Finkflelstone

Prominent Woman Lawyer Joins Suffrage Cause

New York May 23 One of the nation's leading suffragists in law is Mrs Harriette M Wood a member of a prominent firm with her husband She entered the field to aid the Suffrage cause and plans to participate in the international suffragist congress at Budapest Hungary this summer.

New York Harriette M. Wood Budapest Hungary

Resignation of Deputy Warden At Hartford Prison Sparks Speculation

May 22 Hartford report on Harry O Ayers quitting as deputy warden of the State prison after no reason was given by Warden Ward Garner. Rumors say Ayers knew of an intended jail break before the escape of the first convict in April. Officials note Ayers was offered other posts but chose to resign. Garvin Garner’s administration has been stormy with numerous resignations and removals, including changes since 1911.

Hartford Harry O. Ayers Ward A. Garner Ayers Gardner Lynn Scott Cheshire James E. Officer Albert Garvin Garner Bertillon Officer Oak Mr. Garner Garvin

Weather and Y W C A notes from New Haven May 23

Unsettled weather with tonight and Saturday showing showers in Connecticut and a cooler turn. West and northwest winds accompany a disturbance tracked from the lake region to the east. The Y W C A annual meeting named ten directors for three year terms and reported total bequests of 14 500. Membership reached 1 243 with 773 in classes and a treasury balance of 974 35. Farmer want ads note appears at end.

New Haven Connecticut Illinois Maine George .B Clark F. O. Smith Jennie van ‘Tassel Henry Woodruff Arthur T. Whitman Lucien B. Warner F. M. Wilson Grace D. Clarke Jessie B. Sherwood Amelia Wheeler Association M. D. Lewis Edward W. Marsh Samuel Burns John Hubbell Leona Macgeorge Charles Ferry

Ladies Neckwear Dept Styles and Prices Snapshot

Coat collars of Voile with frilled net and lace Jabots priced at 25c. Voile and Crepe de Chine collars with frilled jabots at 49c 69c 98c and 1 29. Net and fine Oriental lace jabots 49c 59c to 1 98. Brocaded satin white collars new shape 48c. Flowered lawn coat and dress collars in dainty patterns 58c.

RUFF Sale on Fine Satin Ribboned Marine Ruffs

Classified brief notes a sale on ruff styles described as new black and black with white moistened proof marine set off by satin ribbon. Priced originally at $1.50 now offered at $1.29.

Veilings Two In One Hit Of The Season

Two veils in one interchange quickly offering two distinct veil effects. Double wear of any veil with white, tanpe and black colors at 75c per yard. Ladies lisle gloves and children’s washable gloves offered in white, black and tan with various prices and specials.

Silk Dresses at Dramatic Reductions Today

In the afternoon dresses are the handsomest mogials of every color ed Charmeuse, Crepe Meteor and Figured Silk Foulard with trims and present season style oddities. $25 values at $14.75. In the evening dresses are exquisite in Charmeuse and Crepe Meteor with moss colorings including Nile Green, Nell Rose, Salmon, Old, Light Blue, Pink, Gray, white and black. Waist effects feature shadow faces with beads and brilliants. these are $20 values at $12.75.

Silk Petticoats in All Colors at 1.98 Each

Ladies silk messaline and charmeuse petticoats offered in every color for 1.98 each. The advertisement highlights affordable luxury with a wide range of shades available to buyers seeking stylish undergarments.

Men's Neckwear and Bulgarian Scarfs Sale Note

Catalog item listing Bulgarian scarfs and silk neckwear with prices. Describes white moire bars purses and tags with assorted sizes, silk cord handles, silver ends, inside pockets, and prices ranging from 35 cents to 1.98 dollars. Includes Poulard 48 inch neck tie style imported designs.

Sale Price Disclosed For Marked-Down Goods

Original price was one dollar on these items now offered at sale price. The notice notes reduced pricing and urges customers to take advantage of the discount while supplies last.

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