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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Dec 04, 1924
Page
6
Dealers report a marked rise in snuff sales in nine local cigar shops, predicting a future surge as snuff returns to popularity. The article notes the habit’s historical cycles, gender shifts, and potential social impact, with forecasts of broader uptake and possible social effects.
Mrs Waldron, wife of M Waldron, was arrested in Stamford area after allegedly stealing documents and books from Harts Lutterman office linked to the Ku Klux Klan. Charge stems from entering employ and taking materials revealing members in Connecticut and Rhode Island regions. Detained overnight for preliminary hearing. defense questions police methods and motive.
The Redding Fire Company held a meeting at the Grange Hall with 16 members present. They ordered multiple extinguishers to be stationed in various districts and discussed appointing a treasurer and other officers, with plans for a holiday dance and social events.
Ridgefield residents report a busy season with a Christmas essay contest by the Garden Club inviting local children to tie ribbons on trees and submit essays for judging. The event coincides with a fundraising drive and a December 19, 1984, deadline. The Ridgefield Down School Committee meets Thursday at 3 80 p.m. Rev Wilmot P Lord plans a large Christmas candlelight service at Jesse Lee Memorial Church on December 23. Snow and cold spell the area but a crowd enjoys the first skating at New Pond Path. Boy Scout Troop No Yo held a meeting with a inspection led by Joseph Kisser and Patrols led by James Witcher and others. Arthur H Faris returns home after surgery. organists substitute at local churches.
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