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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Dec 21, 1922

Page

3

Greek Prince and wife arrive in the United States

Prince Christopher and Princess Anastasia of Greece arrived in New York amid a crowd of notable travelers. Princess Anastasia, formerly Mrs. William Leeds of Cleveland, plans a US tour with visits to New York Washington and Palm Beach. The couple said they have no throne ambitions and will travel while the princess stays two to three months in the United States.

New York Prince Christopher Anastasia Greece Mner Olympic Today Willian B. Leeds Cleveland America Olympic Christopher Trone Lum Heavenly Constantine Leeds Pring Washington Palm Beach United States England Creete da Ame

City Officials to Act as Reception Board for Santa Visit

City officials have been invited by the city clerk’s office to form a reception committee for Santa Claus at the council chamber tomorrow afternoon. Most officials will attend to give Santa a joyful greeting, with entertainment, music, and a prettily dressed Christmas tree. Frank Finn, outside collector of taxes, designated to impersonate Santa. A grab bar is planned with suitable presents for all attendees, and refreshments will be served.

Santa Claus Council Chamber Frank Finn Texes

Change Location of Treasurer's Office Announcement

City Treasurer John HW Williams announced yesterday that starting January 1 his office will move to the Staples building at 159 State Street to be closer to City Hall and gain more space. The new quarters will provide two rooms and better privacy for the treasurer and his assistant.

John HW. Williams Staples State Street City Hall Oine

Abatement petitions heard by council committee tonight

Novices have been sent out about 30 petitions for abatements of taxes and assessments to appear tonight before the Claims committee in the council chamber to explain their petitions. For the future the committee will meet every Thursday night in the corner chamber instead of Tuesday.

Continue Case of Alleged Deserter

Charged with deserting his wife and three minor children in Philadelphia. William McMahon, former resident at 129 Brooks Street, will appear in a continuance of his case in City Court today.

Philadelphia Wiliam McMahon Brooks Street

Restricted area residents protest store in Cos Cob

In Greenwich borough court a summary process concern arose from residents in Sinoway Cos Cob opposing a proposed two store building in a restricted residential area. Fred Smith sold the property to Recco Gretta, joined with Herbert Griffin who claims a verbal two year old purchase. Judge Mead reserved decision on eviction authority.

Che Swich Greenwich Sinoway Cos Cob Fred Smith Recco Gretto Herbert Griffin Griffin Bridgeport Equity Smith Mead Gretto Leg Meadow

Coal car overturn blocks Derby Division tracks

An overturned coal car blocked both north and south bound tracks on the Fecal Railroad Division at 11 this morning. Trains were held up in Ansonia and Seymour while the mishap disrupted service on the Coc Brass branch of the American Brass Co. The tracks were cleared after a collation work crew arrived about 4 o'clock.

Ansonta Fecal Railroad Ansonia Seymour Coc Brass Branch American Brass Co Sher

Guilford Man Leads New Haven Day Drive

Federal prohibition enforcement efforts are being directed here by Frank Putney of Guilford who has been on the staff of Ralph Blake slee. It is understood Putney will be appointed to take Tilaxeslee's place as head of the force operating here.

Tool Company Worker Faces Theft Charge

Willitiun Tyan, a former employee of Manufacturers' Yoo! and Coiddle Street, was brought back by police from Waterbury on a charge of stealing tools worth 300 dollars from that company. He is scheduled to appear in City Court today.

Willitiun Tyan Yoo Ionly Coiddle Street Waterbury Ciey Court

Junk dealer fined for stealing lead pipe

Isaac Kirshbaum a junk dealer of 8 Highland avenue was fined 25 dollars in city court yesterday for stealing a lead pipe from the old Faust rate building. A private settlement of 100 dollars was paid to the building proprietor for the damage caused when the pipe was torn out.

Faust Rate Isaac Kirshbaum Highland Avenue

Overcoats mixed lot in broken sizes for quick clearance

A local clearance sale offers men's overcoats in broken sizes but most sizes available. Includes raglans and alster ettes in rich brown, tan, grey, and tweed options. Coats previously priced higher are merged into one set for early selection. Limited stock. best choices early.

Gift ideas for men from a historical catalog style list

A catalog style list offers bath robes, loose jackets, robe and slipper sets, sport vests, and band caps as men's gifts. Robes and jackets are described in wool material with plaid backs, available in multiple sizes and patterns, with prices ranging from 6 to 45 dollars. Slipper sets pair with robes, priced 7.50 to 15. Hats and caps are shown for cold days, priced between 1.50 and 2 dollars.

Fashion hats for smart dressing this week

Fashion hats emphasize wearability and refined taste with new arrivals each week. The collection features moire ribbon, silt crepe in medium and large shapes, wider brims, and prices ranging from 10 to 15 dollars. Second Moor Ironr.

Gloves for gift purchase across styles and colors

Advertises various gloves for women and children with different materials and embroidery. Highlights strap wrist gauntlet gloves in grey and brown, two clasp kid gloves with pearl clasps, and woolen children's gloves in Oxford white and grey. Prices range from 1.00 to 3.25, located on the main floor left center.

Veterans of Foreign Wars to Elect Officers Tonight

Raymond W. Harris post No 148 will meet at 4 PM to elect officers for the coming year. The gathering will be held at the club house located at 191 Washington Avenue.

Raymond W. Harris Post Washington Avenue

Scotch poet to speak at community forum in Scotch

James HM Meron known as a Scotch poet and author will speak at the United Church Community Forum on Sunday evening. His subject will be Building Better Business by Building Better Means, outlining practical approaches for local enterprise.

James HM. Meron Ualted Church Community Forum

Births and marriages listed for December notes

Vital statistics show births to Herbert and Jane Tenton at 1040 Swatford Avenue a son born December 74 Warvld and Adelaide Glarky at 1884 North Avenue a son born December 14 Mary Seaman at 10k Park Terpuer a son born December 25 Frank and Antu Malacutes at 173 Pine Street a son born December 7 Mermin and wa Goldstein at 89 Madison Avenue a son born December 11 John and Tose Kann at 02 Center Direct a son born December 15 Stephen and Laura Tomehick at 129 Prince Street a son born December 14 John and Sosie Diria at 728 Stillman Street a son born December 12 Marriages Harry E Villani 28 of 84 Wood Avenue and Luigina Garbarini 24 of 0 Wood Avenue on December 20.

Herbert Jane Tenton Swatford Avenge, & Son Warvld Adelaide Glarky North Avenue P. Son Stephen and Laura Tomehick Prince Street John Sosie Diria Stillman Street Harry E. Villani Wood Avenue Luigina Garbarini Dev

Electrical goods reputable makes gift suggestions

A shining array of electrical gifts for individuals and families includes toasters from 4.50 to 8.50, electric irons 4 to 7.50, grills up to 16.50, percolators 8.50 to 17.50, waffle irons 12 to 13.50, universal vacuum cleaners 49.30, Holiday dishwashers 95, Maytag washing machines 135. A special club plan is offered for cleaners and washing machines. Fourth floor rear.

Radio set ideal gift for family listening joy

Radio set described as ideal gift providing hours of Christmas music and long term enjoyment. Westinghouse RC set offers concerts from stations within 4800 miles for 127.50 dollars. Western Electric loud speaker priced 55 dollars and assorted parts and headphones from 3.90 to 8 dollars. Fourth floor Trant.

Shale Westinghouse R. C Connecticut Federal Cart Randhes

Delightful bathrobes for young girls in corduroy

Japanese corduroy bathrobes in cherry and blue for girls aged 8, 10, and 12. Embroidered in gold or black, each robe offered at a box price of 4 dollars. Second year rear.

Wide Selection of Wear Ever and Mirra Wilson Ware Gifts

Discover a broad range of practical gifts from Universal Wear Ever and Mirra Wilson ware. Choose single pieces or full sets from our complete assortment, perfect for any reader or homemaker, with ample options to fit every budget.

Gift suggestions for men dominate a wide display

The listing showcases a broad range of men’s gifts including shirts and ties, socks and gloves, suspenders and belts, and gift sets. Notable items feature Yorke and DeLuxe shirts in multiple fabrics, neckwear such as foul-in-hand silk ties, fine silk socks with reinforced heels, and decorative garter boxes, all priced to appeal.

Radford B. Smith Fairfield Ave Broad St Opertin Cheney Sith Soc Boston Paris Gargers & Arm Band Sc Russell Parker

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