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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Apr 23, 1921
Page
3
New Haven players Joe Porte and Jimmy Kelly tied on total pins after eleven games in the state duckpin tournament at Palace Alleys. Porte won six of eleven games and held a deciding tenth game, while Kelly lost the tenth but won the eleventh. final scores both 1070 with Porte carrying the edge in individual games.
Washington April 22 The administration backs lower freight rates on essentials like food and fuel to ease the economic crisis Discussed at a cabinet meeting the plan would require amendment of the Cummins act to allow lower rates Advocates say reduced costs would lower consumer prices and unlock stalled commodities while critics warn of potential shifts in authority and slow action by regulators
In a turbulent scene a priest witnessed the execution of Sinn Fein member Timothy Snyvan after being lured by former soldier Trew Johnny who was seized near Ballyear. The assassin fired on Tenry and a label on the coffin warned enemies of the movement as military forces restricted the funeral and guarded the passage with troops and an armored car.
Readable items show a bulk discount sale of cosmetics and hygiene products for Saturday. Brands and items include Daggett Ramsdell tooth care, Forhan’s toothpaste, Listerine, face powders, Johnson’s Baby Powder, various perfumes and perfumed sachets, Cutex manicure sets, deodorants, soaps and household cleaners. Quantities appear limited as stock vanishes fast.
Victrolas are cheaper and two new models priced at 100 and 125 dollars are ready to replace higher priced cabinets with full Victor tone and reproduce capabilities. Paul Whiteman orchestra introduces two new Victor records at 85 cents each may enrich any Victor collection. Also advertised are boys suits at 8.50, Norfolk blue serge with matching trousers at 2.25, and white blouses from 0.95 to 1.75 plus red four in hand ties at 0.43 in the basement sale section.
Men’s wool suits in gray herringbones checks serges and pencil stripes sell today at 30 35 and 40 dollars with prices 10 to 20 dollars lower than a year ago. Caps and khaki trousers offered on main floor rear with prices 150 to 300.
Gladsome moire ribbon that glows and sparkles brightens hair bows for cheerful girls. Five inches wide with firm, neat ties, offered at a value price. Center aisle front display.
Substantial pure linen handkerchiefs with a tasteful initial at corner offered in the center aisle at rear. Each item priced 35 cents, highlighting value and quality for shoppers browsing the linen section.
Nice white lawn waist with shawl collar and turned cuff in dimity with braid trim. White voile waist with tucks and narrow front pleating. Flesh-hued voile waist with square-neck and tucked vest-style front. Long sleeves edged in lace. Each special in terest available for $2 on second floor.
The advertisement highlights chamoisette gloves in attractive colors with soft finishes. Two clasp and sixteen button styles feature embroidered backs in beaver brown black white and offer prices from 4.25 to 31.50, with beaver or white options.
Lightweight firm washable satin offered in white or pink suitable for camisoles and delicate garments. Priced at one yard 1.79 with a notice indicating availability on the third floor.
Advertises a heavy Shaker knit sweater with shawl collar and pockets priced at $6.75 in rich brown. Describes snug fit, warmth, and buttoned front suitable for golf. Available sizes range from 6 to 44.
A local ad lists good chocolate candies at 50 cents per pound box on Saturday. Cream centers with or without nut or fruit are 50 cents. Cherries with chocolate coating cost 65 cents. Snowflake gems described as a snowy caramel-like confection priced at 29 cents per pound.
Table silverware described as good durable metal with heavy silver coating in Colonial pattern. Teaspoons 9c each, large spoons and forks 9c each, knives 25c each, berry spoons and meat forks 29c each. Left aisle front.
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