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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Apr 02, 1921

Page

3

Woman's Proper Place in Flux as Feminism Shifts

Frederic J. Bhasel argues that attitudes toward women's roles are changing driven by Sheppard-Towner style measures and motherhood care. He notes industrial entry linked to economic need, highlights limits on women in arts versus most women in factory work, and cites prenatal and maternal health issues as arguments for protective laws and state guidance.

Frederic J. Bhasel Washington Olive Schreiner Olye Act Sheppard-Towner Children's Bureau Senate House America Flouse United States Mmih Woewareun

Workers Strike Over Second Wage Cut In Connecticut

Montville Conn April 1 All employees of the Arkhaw plant Massach Manufacturing Company went on strike today following a second ten percent wage reduction. A notice was sent to postmasters yesterday announcing a new maximum weight limit for parcel post packages increased to 2% pounds. The order took effect yesterday.

Montville, Conn Arkhaw Massach Manufacturing Company Nolice Wah United States Yestersaya

Women's Jersey Suits In New Colors At Low Price

New Jersey suits in brilliant red alert blue copper rose and tan shades. Styles include Tuxedo or regulation with narrow belt. Skirts cut for freedom and correct silhouette. Well tailored and impressive value at $13.75. Second floor.

Women's coats in tan and blue with braiding for $25

A compact listing presents coats and wraps for women priced at $25 each. Includes polo and motor coats in tan shades, wraps in blue and tan with elaborate braiding, and other tailored designs described as pretty and novel.

Spring furs spark vie of new animal scarfs

Latest fur novelties feature round sleek fluffy scarfs in mink marten sable wolf squirrel opossum and fitch. With narrow clokers these accessories are highly fashionable. Prices range ten fifty to seventy five dollars. Second floor.

Fitch

Lovely and unusual dresses for girls collection

A sales notice touts lovely and unusual dresses for girls with a special price. It highlights grownup inspired styles and fabrics such as crepe de chine Georgette tricolette and taffeta silk in gray blue brown and bisque tones. Sizes 12 14 offered with prices 22.50 25 28.50 on the second floor.

Gown Cutting Offer From Madame Carpenter

Madame Carpenter, famed for sewing and fitting gowns, offers free services for a limited time. Choose silk or wool fabric, pick a pattern, and she will cut and pin the gown so you can sew at home with confidence and speed. Special fabrics available for selection.

Madame Carpenter

Fine lamps at fine savings in varied styles

Fine lamps advertised with mahogany bases and silk shades emitting a soft glow. Piano lamps offered in 45 shade styles at 25 dollars. Table lamps priced 8.25 and 16.50. Boudoir lamps dainty at 2.75 and 4.50. Art lamps with metal shades and opal glass panels priced from 8.50 to 17.50.

Men’s suit styles and prices at Main Moor shop

Advert shows suits from 25 to 40 dollars with options Oxford grays blue serges gray herringbones and pencil stripes. Kuppenheimer suits start at 35 to 60 dollars. Also a range of furnishings including shirts four in hands ties socks and caps with various fabric names and price points.

Kuppenheimer

Hats Special Value at Ten Dollars

A millinery section highlights a fresh collection of hats all priced at $10. The display features light and dark hats in quiet and brilliant styles, with trims in stylish combinations. Every hat carries a special value at ten dollars.

Women’s Brighton Pumps For Summer Wear

Noting footwear details with two calfskin Brighton pump options in black and Russia calfskin. Front cut high for comfort, sides fit without gaping, offered in sizes around 9.50 and 10.00 with prices. Descriptive ad copy emphasizes ease of walking and stylish appeal for discerning women.

Russia

Girls' smart jersey suits in fashion tones

Girls' sports model suits priced at 15 50 feature excellent jersey material. Tailored effects include narrow belt pockets and an inverted pleat at the back. Youthful designs in copenhagen tan and brown, sizes 12 14 and 16, advertised as second tour.

Copenhagen

Special hairdressing for all occasions

Advertising copy for a personal service shop touts hairdressing for all occasions along with massage facial treatment and manicuring. It promotes cheerful expert service, reasonable charges, and telephone appointments, plus a sale on children's books at half price with various picture and linen books for little readers.

Howland

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