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Newspaper
Bridgeport Standard Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
May 13, 1919
Page
12
Ad lists a range of silk and lisle stockings from $1.45 to $4.50 with heavy clocks, embroidery and sheer ribbed effects. Includes black white beige and fashionable shades, plus Kayser hose from $2.25. Notes new colors such as silver gray autumn black navy white pink and sky.
Derby and Shelton plan a joint two day homecoming for returned soldiers and sailors on July 18 and 19. An executive committee led by Mayors Sullivan and Nettleton will organize a monster parade, band concerts, dances, memorial services, banquets, and fireworks with state guard units and fraternal groups to participate. The cities have raised about 3000 dollars and seek more funds via a public drive to cover the extensive celebratory events.
An old ad-style notice touts Poslam as vital for eczema, urging immediate use on irritated skin. It claims quick relief, soothing effects, and a “high state of efficiency” from the concentrated remedy. Free samples offered from Emergency Laboratories in New York City.
Ansonia Derby and Shelton mayors pressed the Ansonia and Derby Ice Corporation to cut the 80 cent per hundred rate. President J H Bartholomew and Secretary Treasurer Charles N Downs promised to propose a best available price after a recent conference. May Mead leads a push for cheaper ice, warning a municipal plant or Massachusetts supply as options if no bargain is reached. The crisis mood grows as officials delay a firm offer within days.
Ansonia hosts a self-determination rally for Ireland at the opera house Sunday afternoon. A committee led by Jeremiah Mahavan and John F Pickett invites all sympathizers. Rev James Sexton James Meann and Neil A O'Brien will speak on Ireland's right to freedom. an overflow venue at Assumption school if needed.
Derby lodge of Elks aided in a Victory Loan drive raising 100000 dollars. Members across Derby Antlers and Shelton led the effort at the drive's start and concluded with the stated goal met. The event reflected lodge unity and initiative in supporting the loan across the community.
Weekend fabrics sale notes many remaining smocks in rose and blue with embroidery, plus foulards, chiffons, ginghams, laces, voiles, and linens. Annex prices highlight yardage deals for dresses, petticoats, linens, camisole laces, and table linens with classic department-store tone.
An advertisement describes a home hair removal method using delatone and water to form a paste that covers hairs, is rubbed off after two minutes, and leaves skin soft and hairless, with a note to use the product carefully to avoid skin irritation. The ad lists Radford B Smith and a variety store on Broad Street, and mentions cooperative profit sharing with employees and customer carfare offers.
The brief note references Allmark in a flat notation. No clear events, dates, or actions are readable. Further readable context is needed to craft a proper summary with identifiable entities and specifics.
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