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Newspaper
Bridgeport Standard Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Jul 05, 1919
Page
13
Brest July 4 American celebration marked by all officers and enlisted confined to their barracks after clashes between French and American forces. No Americans were seen on the streets except holders of special passes while buildings displayed French and American colors. The action followed disturbances last Sunday near President Wilson's department.
London July 4 The First Lord of the Admiralty told the House of Commons that Britain will not modify its naval construction program after the sinking of the German warships Walter Jame Long. He noted the program had already been cut before the loss and that the destruction of those ships was not considered in planning.
Ethel Wilkins Tanner of Stamford obtains divorce from Dr Warren Tanner, physician of Stamford, with alimony of 750 dollars. Testimony heard before a committee and court confirms report. Marriage dated February 26, 1916. separation began September 1917. details limited by court.
Ridgefield July 4 Special Following a collision between cars owned by Miss Mary Ryle and Mrs E H G Scott both of New York, Prosecutor Charles Wade Walker ordered the arrest of Mrs Scott for alleged auto law violation. She was bound over to appear at a hearing on July 5.
Carisia business women plan a new Ameone in a cafeteria area of a recently leased building by the American YWCA in Paris. The facility will mix dining rooms gymnasium a movie arching and exhibition space. The Veillier club with 1590 members will move, opening in new quarters within weeks. Marguerite Jones of Manhattan led the original group and will relocate with her members.
Catalog excerpt lists fabrics and finishes with prices per yard and finishes. Includes Damask Cotton, Dimity, Twill Crash, Bed Spreads, Corset Covers, Turkish Towels, and Val Laces. Noting specifics: 64 inch Damask at 65 cts per yard, Dimity 45 cts, bed spreads $2.95, towels described as large size, and laces 12 yards for 59 cents.
An advertisement from Howland Dry Goods Co promotes UESCO The Great Cleaner for suede kid and buckskin shoes. It claims to soften surfaces and remove soil without leaving stains, with a guarantee on every bottle to customers.
Factories across the city suspended operations for the last three days of the week due to a severe heat wave. Workers sought relief at beaches and resorts, with many leaving the city during the Fourth of July period.
After yesterday's parade the seaside club hosted a special lunch from noon to 2 pm. The steward estimated over 150 people were served as the clubhouse opened to members and their families, with most windows filled and the front area heavily used.
On July 4 at dawn in Lima, two regiments of the military and police seized President Pardo at the palace. The forces declared Lejía president on August 1. A few shots were exchanged and no casualties were reported.
Four persons were killed and two others critically injured when an automobile was struck at a blind crossing one mile west of Parsons by a train bound for Portland on the Maine Central railroad. The incident involved a special train of empty passenger cars.
A store invites art lovers to view New Edison phonographs displayed in exquisite period cabinets. The duplicates shown this month at the Hotel Commodore in New York are now in the store. Except for two models, each New Edison will be encased in a superb period cabinet at any price.
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