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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Aug 30, 1918
Page
3
Hartford dispatch reports cattle fence Whittlesey as the source of seven sheep killed by dogs in East Haddam from a 44 head flock owned by Joseph Jeggery. Six sheep were injured. the town will be compensated and the state reimbursed. Governor Holcomb may be asked to use public acts power to protect sheep from dog ferocity.
Paris dispatch cites Tardieu stating German forces hold only 24 reserve units. Report notes ongoing military operations since August and updates on prisoner statements. Communications between Paris and Cadiz reportedly restored amid shifting fronts.
A garbled report references Burlesen and a resolution within the New York federation, noting debates over an authenticity of wording and a shift to substitute a different resolution. It mentions discussed German troop dispositions and strategic context with limited clarity.
New London reports that the Thames River railroad bridge will be finished by December with the structure over the river ready for traffic. The commissioner's survey confirms the project will open mid-summer for use, and property owners in the vicinity will be affected by the Western approach work.
Thirteen U S Navy captains were promoted to rear admirals in a ceremony in Washington. The list includes George C. Cherk and William A Call, with other officers named as advancing in rank.
WARBHINGTON Aug 29 One hundred thirteen names appear on the casualty list from the war department tally. The compiled figures show 2 killed in action, 10 missing, 24 wounded severely, 6 died of wounds, 5 died of accident and other causes, and 1 undetermined death. The document names lieutenants, sergeants, corporals and privates from numerous states including Wisconsin Michigan New Jersey Utah and many others, with several soldiers listed as missing in action or wounded in action.
A car driven by A. G. Soderberg of Stratforél stalled between a trolley and the curb at the west entrance to the lower bridge yesterday noon. The mishap damaged the car with a broken wheel, two flat tires, a smashed running board and mudguards, tying up traffic for about fifteen minutes while Captain Charles A. Wheeler coordinated the removal amid several thousand onlookers. Freerburg reported the incident to police headquarters.
Aug 29 report from the Navy Department states the American steamer Jetix sank the chaser Turret No. 209 after a depth bomb aboard the chaser exploded following fire from the merchant ship’s bow gun. Nine missing crewmen are named with home towns including Merchantville, Philadelphia, Brooklyn, and Indianapolis, among others, with several listed as missing after the sink.
A brief item references a coffee price called a money saving deal from BSG COMCO. The readable text shows three dollars and a dollar mark with unclear surrounding context and branding. The fragment hints at a promotional price but lacks concrete facts or dates.
Note the beauty of serge dresses for young folks planned to delight girls who value beauty and good service. Serge fabrics in blue tones and rich plaids with straight-line models and pleats. Plain hues with plaid, big buttons. Sizes 12 14 16 and 18 priced 18 to 25 dollars on the second floor.
Pretty cups and saucers in plenty. Some of china of light texture and fine finish are from Japan. Decorated with plain gold line or with attractive border 3.25 to $4.10 dozen. Heavy yet graceful porcelain pieces, plain white with gold band, or decorated with floral sprays up to $3.50 dozen. Some odd pieces include plates and dishes up to 45¢ each Fourth fluor.
An advertisement touts a sturdy bread mixer that saves time and yields good bread using Victory flour or rye flour. It promises even mixing by turning dough in a heavy black tin device with special mixing gear, offered on the fourth floor for $1.50.
Many housewives tout the Fries preserver as sturdy and reliable. Made of heavy black tin it holds seven jars of pint or quart size and uses a single burner to operate, then doubles as a large kettle for cooking. Priced at $3.60.
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