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Newspaper

Bridgeport Standard Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

May 28, 1919

Page

3

Ferguson Named New U S Chamber Head

Homer L. Ferguson has been elected president of the United States Chamber of Commerce. He serves as president and general manager of Newport News Shipbuilding and Dry Dock Co. of Newport News Virginia. Born March 6 1873 in Waynesboro Virginia he is a Naval Academy and Glasgow University graduate.

Homer L. Ferguson United States Chamber of Commerce Newport News, Shipbuilding, and Dry Dock Company Newport News Virginia Waynesboro, C United States Naval Academy Glasgow University Scotland

Mcillwain to Address Chamber of Commerce Luncheon

George E Meishwein former European observer and member of the Employers' Industrial Commission will speak at the Stratfield luncheon today. His topic English Industrial Conditions with Relation to American Industry promises insights from months in Europe and a report crucial to U S industry.

George E. Meishwein Chamber of Commerce Stratfield Melllwain Europe Employers’ Industrial Commission of the United States Department of Labor

Cupid Gathering in the June Harvest Marriages

Yesterday registrars issued marriage licenses to several couples. Louis Korff of 100 Lorraine Street plans to wed Jennie Gurran of New Haven. Albert Beck of 110 Lee Avenue to Trene Cath of 361 State Street. Harold Merwin of Easton aims for Agnes M. Hickes of 1176 Park Avenue. Joseph Balogh a butcher of 588 Botswick Avenue to Annie Szule Timothy G Howard of 519 Pembroke Street to Rose Burkhardt Beardsley Street. Raymond Porter of 683 Colorado Avenue to Arville L Mansfield Bridgeport.

Louis Korff Lorraine Street Jénnié' Gurran New Haven Albert Beck Lee Avenue Trene Cath State Street Harold Merwin Easton Agnes M. Hickes Park Avenue Joseph Balogh Botswick Avenue Annie Szule Timothy G. Howard Pembroke Street Rose Burkhardt Beardsley Street Raymond, Porter Colorado Avenue Arville L Mansfield Bridgeport

Conde RAISES Funds to Pay Taxi Fare

Man who lists the Waldorf Astoria as his home may be allowed to restitute taxi fare he allegedly tried to evade. Judge Wilder ruled in City Court that Conde, aided by attorney George F. Mara, secured funds from New York sources, quickly amassing ample money.

Swits. C. Corde Waldorf Hotel New York Wilder George F. Mara Conde

Carrie Smith Arraigned in City Court Over Robbery Claim

Carrie Smith was arraigned in City court yesterday on a claim she took eight dollars and a $55 check from Mewheal Redden, a barge hand on the Blue Rock. The case was continued until this morning by Judge Wilder.

Carrie ‘Smith

Stamford Man Sues Autoist Who Hit Son

Harry Grabsky of Stamford sues George W Beadle in Common Pleas for $1000 on behalf of his son Solomon claiming injury from Beadles machine driven by Beadles son. Also Henry Booth sues to clear title against Mary B Melroy widow of Harry A Melroy over Main Street Woodside Avenue corner property once mortgaged to McElroy brothers.

Harry Grabsky Stamford Common Pleas Court Solomon George W. Beadle Plaintife Beadle Henry PD. Booth Woodside Avenue North End Superior Court Mary B. Melroy Harry A.” Melroy He J William H. Coffin McElroy Brothers

File 20000 Suit. Hawkins and Bro. sue Baer Bros.

John Hawkins and Bro of New York sue Baer Bros of New York and Stamford to recover 20000 dollars. Plaintiffs allege a financial claim and seek legal remedy. The brief notice identifies the parties and the suit amount in a condensed summons style.

John Hawkins .& Bro New York Baer Bros Stamford

Memorial Day apparel sale promises dressy white outfits

The store invites shoppers to Memorial Day needs and pleasures with a wide display of seasonable white dresses for young women and girls, white shoes, gloves, stockings, and undergarments. It highlights cheerful service and a full assortment of pretty articles.

How Handsome White Shoes Inspire Fashion Choice

A lively description extols white shoes matching white frocks and trim sports skirts with a collection on display. Prices range from 5 to 85 dollars for linen, buckskin, canvas, and nubuck options including pumps, oxfords, and boots, with a note that the main floor rear offers the selection.

Neolin

Get into the Game at Howland Store Deals

The Howland store promotes a sports and hobby sale with golf balls tennis balls croquet sets and baseball gear at special prices. Lions bicycles with Federal tires are advertised at 35 dollars along with Kodaks and films. The store promises quick photo development and small charges for processing.

Howland Wright & Ditson Lion Federal Morrow

Books Worth Reading At Bridgeport Main Floor Sale

Readers are urged to explore human and stirring tales from Salvation Army stories in France to maritime adventures. Featuring titles by Evangeline Booth, Grace L Hill, Rider Haggard, Ben Ames Williams and H. G. Wells priced from $1.50 to $1.60. Main floor rear displays these wartime and adventure books for eager readers.

The Salvation Army Evangeline Booth Grace L Hill

Colorful dress adornments in white organdy and lace

Colorful beauty for dress. New white attire of Meni Day and suit already serving. Fluffy organdy fabrics in dainty hues and pure white, ruffled or lace trimmed. Net and Wallace vestees mingle with organdy and filet, roll collars, various price ranges from $1 to $5. Center aisle, front.

Wallace

Silken gloves and three piece union suits featured

Glove lines boasting snow white silk and double finger tips priced at 1 and 30 cents for children with similar styles. Three piece union suits described as light slim fit and comfortable priced at 1 and 1 25 with pink and white variations noted. Enthusiastic reports from women who tried the goods.

Silk Hosiery and Stockings Sale Prices

Rich beautiful silk hosiery priced at 2.29 featuring lustrous pure silk from top to top with deep hem and double heel. Also available white or black at 2.25. Fiber silk stockings white or black priced at 0.75. Girls cotton stockings white black or cordogan at 0.50. Baby socks white with colorful patterns 0.25 to 0.50. Left aisle rear.

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He. Stout Shoman EX Cable Conn Mhur NEW U. S. Chamber OF Commerce Homer L. Ferguson Cupid Man Waldorf- Astoria Carrie Smith Geo. W. Beadle Salvation ‘Army France Jan Hay Ben Ames Williams Rider Haggard H G Wells Charming In Pink Beautiful Howland Dry Goods CO Liberty Victory Charles Schwartz Warner Fairfield Ave Combrission “United BO Rtybc War Savings & Thift Waveu Ain Street Wood Ave A. J. Palmer
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