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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Apr 20, 1918

Page

2

Morals Court Dismisses Disorder Charge In Thomas Granger Case

In Chicago on April 1 Judge Graham dismissed the disorderly conduct charge against Prof. William Isaac Thomas and Mrs. R. M. Granger after defense counsel Plarence Darrow argued that their presence in a hotel room did not prove unlawful conduct. The case centers on the wife of an army officer stationed in France and ongoing inquiries by federal agents.

Chicago William Isaac ‘Thomas R. M. Granger Graham Moral Court Plarence Darrow Thomas 3 Ski 3En Thoman Granger Philadelphia

Sinn Feiner Elected to House of Commons

April 19 report from INDON and BRITAIN notes Dr Thomas McCarten, a Sinn Feiner, elected to represent the Tullamore district of King's County Ireland in the House of Commons. He was arrested last fall in Mallfax and brought to New York on charges of fraudulently obtaining an American passport. A separate item states local plans for the annual old day of the Tierney cadet event in the city on June 28, with many cadet supervisors across the state in military service.

Indon Thom@s McCarten House of Commons Tullamore King's County Ireland McCarten Mallfax New York United States Britain Tierney Caethich

Railroad Administration appoints noted labor leader director

Carter, once president of the Brotherhood of Locomotive Firemen, becomes director of the Labor Division of the U S Railroad Administration. He is among the best known leaders in national labor organizations.

Carter The Brotherhood of Locomotive Firemen Division of Labor U. S .Railroad Administration

Wonders of Yosemite Travel Talk at Church of the Redeemer

Rev Mr Rose presents a slide lecture on Yosemite National Park the big trees San Francisco Golden Gate and the Panama Pacific Exposition with night scenes of electric illumination at Bridgeport Church of the Redeemer. Harriet Alien will play war songs Joan of Arc and others as the congregation joins in. The sermon theme is Christ or Kaiser. Seats are free.

Yosemite National Park San Francisco Golden Gate Mr. Rose Church of the Redeemer Bridgeport Henry RB. Rose Yosemite Valley California Yellowstone National Park Bridal Veil Falls el Capitan Yosemite Falls Mirror Snake Three Brothers Golden Gate Park Broad Street Main Christ Kaiser

Waterbury Man Sentenced for Disloyal Utterances at City Court

Joseph Dabrovoski a shop hand in Waterbury was sentenced to six months in jail for breach of the peace by making unpatriotic remarks belittling the United States army. Attorneys gave notice of an appeal and bonds were set at 750 dollars. This marks the fourth similar case in the city court within a week. Also noted from the same report, Company D of the United Days' Brigades of America announces drills resume Monday night from 8 to 9 at the drill hall corner of Roemer street and North avenue. All over 18 may join. drills held every Monday.

Waterbury Joseph Dabrovoski Tabrovoski United States Army United Days’ Brigades of America Roemer Street North Avenue

Women's Special Suits Offered At 19 75 In Connecticut Store

In Digport Connecticut on Sunday April 20 1918 a store advertised women s special suits priced at 19 75. Six new graceful models in tan navy or black serge or homespun mixtures with care and skill, on the second floor. They claim to be among the season s biggest values and invite customers to note the price and appraise their value.

Two great boy shoe values on limited stock

Limited pairs of two boys shoes available in sizes from 214 to 6 built for hard wear. Tan elkskin with Neolin sole in blucher style priced at 4.50 and Black Scout shoes with Neolin sole priced at 3. Main floor rear location.

Don’t take a chance on deceptive fabrics in men’s clothes

Don’t take a chance. This is no time to risk clothes. Deceptive fabrics mingle with good style more than ever, and scarce good textiles meet expert tailoring in the men’s garments from the source described.

Russian shampoo powder captured by U S shoppers

Smirnoff's shampoo powder, once approved in Russia France and England, arrives in the United States. Promoted by Djerkiss distributors it cleanses the scalp and benefits the hair. Fifty cents a package, with a free sample for the first 500 on Saturday.

Smirnoff Russia France England United States

Fresh Djerkiss talcum supply at price thirty cents

Fresh supply of Djerkiss talcum noted with a price of 30 cents. Center aisic front.

Aisic

Healthful help to greater beauty at Howland shop

The Howland special section offers massage, shampoo, and manicure services with focus on health and attractiveness. Skilled staff provide haircuts for children, and sales include wavy and natural hair switches and transformations at special prices. Third floor location noted.

Pumps and Oxfords in Left-Over Stock Sale

Women’s pumps in dull black kid with strap or buckle, sizes 2 1/4 to 5 and select 7 widths, priced lower than last season. Kid oxford ties with Cuban heel in most sizes 2 1/4 to 7 and various widths, discounted from prior seasons. Main floor rear display offers attractive savings.

Kid Oxford

Victrola appeals and home goods on sale this evening

Enjoy Victrola selections from $20 to $200 with easy payments. Victrola XI priced at 110 dollars with 10 dollars of records included on a 10 dollar initial payment. Also features stationery, curtains fabric, embroidered pillowcases, muslin cloth, and children’s picture books at reduced prices.

Howland Scaled Records

Upton style House of Kuppenheimer suit teased

A fashion notice promotes the Upton suit from House of Kuppenheimer noting its military shoulders and form fitted back. Described as vigorous and spirited with an appealing look and price range from twenty five to forty dollars.

Face to Face With Kaiserism book release note

A promotional blurb highlights Gerard’s new book about Kaiserism and links it to My Four Years in Germany. It urges readers to learn why the United States is at war with Germany and claims Germany invaded the U.S. years ago. Several war titles are advertised at 60 cents each, including works by Swope Gleason and Graves.

James W. Gerard Germany Gerard United States

Athena underwear offers genuine comfort for women and children

Athena underwear promises lasting comfort with patented features and tailored fits. Prices range from 25c to 1.75 for varied vests, pants, and union suits in women and children's lines offered in white, pink, lace trim, and silk lisle options.

Athena

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Sinn Feiner Ohenzollern Charles Lathrop Buck People's Home Journal the ‘People’s Home Journal Labor Division Railroad Administration Yosemite America Japan Ries Saco Igeport Conn Howland Psyche House of Kuppenheimer German Empire Swope Wood Salonika Davis Golden Lads Arthur Gleason Hohenzollerns Graves Somme Dibblis Belgium Gleason Aeromanc Pulitzer
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