Weeklong storytelling schedule from the Recreation board
The Recreation board released a week long storytelling program listing instructors such as Miss Schwerdtle Miss Rock and Miss Gorham with session times and locations across Bridgeport areas including camps parks hospitals and districts. Postmaster Burleson urged swift mailing of the information noting his annual report on post office department work.
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the Recreation Board
Haz
Miss Schwerdtle
Hemlosks
Munday
Commertreet
Wander
McLean
South End
Bulls Head
Miss Rock
Lafayette
Burleson
Post
Profiteering Case Hearing Continued for Kalman Goldberger
Commissioner Hugh J. extended the profiteering charge against Kalman Goldberger, wholesale produce dealer of 431 Water Street, delaying the trial until August 11. Goldberger, arrested ten days ago on a warrant issued by the district attorney in Hartford, faces the potatoes profiteering count as prosecutors cited unpreparedness.
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Hugh J
Kalman’ Goldberger
Water Street
Goldberger
Tartford
Victory medals available at Bridgeport recruiting station
Ex servicemen in Bridgeport who are entitled to Victory medals and have not received them can obtain them in the next 30 days by presenting discharge papers at the U S Army recruiting stall at 925 Main Street. Sergeant George Garbe, army field clerk, is detailed to the recruiting office to issue the medals.
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Bridgeport
U.S. Army
Main Street
George &. ‘Garbe
Indépendance Backed by US Congress Delegation Banquet
Three members of Congress praised Philippine independence at a banquet in Mandla August 2. The event, hosted by the Philippine Chamber of Commerce, coincided with a tour by a party of congressmen visiting the Far East.
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Mandla
Philippines
Congress
Philippine Chamber of Commerce
Far East
Prison Picture At First M. E. Church
Thomas Mott Osborne’s film depicting his experiences as Sing Sing warden and Portsmouth Naval Prison commander will debut at the First Methodist Church on Saturday night. Developed under the Welfare League at Sing Sing, the film portrays American prison life in its varied phases.
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Thomas Mott
Osborne
Sing Sing
Portsmouth
N. H. Naval Prison
First Methodist Church
Welfare League
Coal prices boosted $1 a ton in Bridgeport
The first frost of winter was seasoned by Bridgeport coal dealers as anthracite prices rose by one dollar per ton across all grades, now selling at 16 dollars a ton instead of 25. Freight rate hikes are cited as a factor, with William E Howes of the Bridgeport Coal Denials Association noting added mine-to-bridgeport costs. A funeral scene follows, noting a high class Chinese funeral with a hand-borne hearse in bright regalia.
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Bridgeport
William E. Howes
Bridgeport Coal Deniers Association
Sale of Furniture in Progress and Coats Featured
The advertisement details one half price sales on curtains rugs draperies and skirts alongside Serge Coats in full length styles many Printzess models. Silk Poplin Coats twelve pieces priced at 25.00 each with regular price discounts.
August Clearance Sparks Bargains at Apparel Shop
An August Clearance is in progress at the Apparel Shop offering excellent values on summer dresses and seasonable items. Suits, coats, furs, and accessories are discounted with prices attached, including Georgette blouses, kimonos, and silk skirts, in a limited lot with strong savings.
August sale brings deep cuts on dresses and bags
White Dresses Organdies and lawns feature marked downs from high prices including Georgettes Crepe de Chine and Organdies. Many items now at reduced prices for party wear. Also bags and glassware on sale with multiple price cuts across floors and departments.
Spring suit showcase on second floor sale spread
A limited stock of 45 suits across Wool Homespuns Jerseys and Serges invites shoppers to view early fall options now. The notice notes immediate purchase and suggests examining the selection on the second floor given the uncertain future of fashion trends.
White china ware at low prices for everyday use
Dishes slighty imperfect but desirable for daily use offered at very low prices. UWOrcCH Tea Cups and Saucers 2.75, Breakfast Plates 1.95, Tea Plates 1.50, Dessert Plates 1.15, Bread and Butter 1.00, Soup Plates 1.85, Fruit Saucers .80, Covered Vegetable Dishes .90, Covered Butter Dishes .75, Meat Platters 14 inches .65, Open Vegetable Dishes 40, Read Nappies 40, Meat Platters 2 inches 40, 10 inches 30.
Fabric Sale Ad With Discounted Window Curtains
An assorted ad offers Ecru Madras Curtains at $5.00 per pair, 72 inch width, down from $6.00, plus Eeru Madras at $2.50 per yard from $3.00. Figured Silkeline drops to 49 cents per yard from 55, and Figured Cretonnes to 75 cents from 4.25. A range of yardage items at discounted prices appears with varied regular rates and sale figures.
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DE Payor
Phelie
Ega
M. E. Church
Bport
Clark
New England
Fager
Broad
ST Olite
Conner
New
England
Serge Coats
Georgette
Cts
Robert Chambers
Anna
Katherine Green
G L. Lutz
Jack London
Curwood
Leroux
Cullen
Ecru Madras
Cretonnes
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