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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Dec 21, 1927

Page

3

Wynkoop Receives National School Officials Gavel

Bridgeport schools business manager John B Wynkoop received a gold banded mahogany gavel inscribed for his service as president of the National Association of School Business Officials. He was honored at a St Louis reception after chairing the executive committee meeting and will step down July 1. He visited Johnstown Pa on the way home, touring junior and senior high schools noted for their complete curriculum and facilities.

John B. Wynkoop Bridgeport St Louis Wynkoop National Association of School Business E M Bown St Lous Swnitvation Brown Hubert L Mills Houston Texas Connecticut Johnstown

Flanagan Honored by Rotary Club at Stratfield

At a Christmas luncheon Rotary Club paid tribute to late Police Superintendent Patrick J Flanagan. Harold Read distributed gifts while Senator Toomer praised dialects and Attorney Liste referenced local business. Wheelie addressed briefly on future collaboration with outstanding department members.

Rotary Club Stratfield Patrick J Flanagan Charles A. Wheeler Harold Read Bill Toomer Claence O Lealand Wheelie Ath

Presents Begin to Reach White House

Dec 20 Washington AP dispatch describes Christmas gifts arriving from across the United States for the president. A turkey of 14 to 25 pounds was sent from Miri with beets and potatoes, woolen wristlets, and a scrap book or card from a child in the Middle West. The president plans to spend Christmas in Washington and will return to Amherst after New Years to resume studies.

Washington Associated Press Four Corners United States Antta Bates Ture Keys Presidertini Viet West Yao Bastiard Othes Wablaungton Amheret

Stamford Rooster Found Very Drunk

A fragmented Stamford item reports a rooster in a South End area acting erratically after a car incident. Neighbors describe a chaotic scene with livestock nearby and a concerned response from a nearby resident.

Stamford Rooster Biamford A Prunes Stamford South End

Christmas Store Hours Extend Evenings Through Saturday

The store will stay open in the evenings to assist Christmas shoppers who cannot visit during the day. Operations begin Wednesday and continue through Saturday with evening hours.

Howland Isement

Onyx Pointex Shoes Noted For Slim Silhouette

A brief recommendation highlights Onyx Pointex with its levels and slenderizing heel. It emphasizes beautiful silk with narrow lisle top and a life sole, described as service-sheer weight, praising craftsmanship and comfort. Maan Mloor

Stationery gifts and Howland's Christmas pies offer practical charm

Stationery described as old reliable makes ideal gifts with white or colored paper and lined envelopes, vanity boxes, and mailed orders. Howland's pies tempt after tree excitement, with Apple or Pumpkin pies priced 25 and 40 cents. orders to be left at the bakery or by phone or mail. Millie

Santa Claus Howland

Footwear prices from Everett and Romeos catalog

A small ad lists various slippers and mules with prices. Romeo high cut tan kid slippers seven turned sole and side gore three to five dollars. Everett straight cut slippers with tongue turned sole three to five dollars. Wool felt and wool lined options range from two fifty to five dollars. Satin padded sole blocks and Daby Louis mules priced around three fifty. Girls wool lined sheepskin slippers one fifty to two fifty. Felt slippers come in high or low cut priced one dollar.

Romeo Everett

Luxurious Fur Coat for Christmas Morning Gift

Exquisite fur coats selected for Christmas gifting with Shawl or Crush collars. Coats lined in crepe de chine with Sealine brown ermine, skunk, mink, or gray squirrel cuffs and collars. Prices range from 185 dollars upward.

Pleasant surprises umbrella sale from a local ad

An advertisement touts a regular SS 16 rib Silk Umbrella with amber squatty handle. It lists colors Purp e Navas or Garnet and a price of $4.15. The line ends abruptly with a garbled phrase suggesting a sale or limited stock.

Santa

Handkerchiefs in Christmas Box Sale Briefed

For women a linen handkerchief box holds three colored corner handkerchiefs priced at 1.50 dollars. Men’s linen handkerchiefs are 50 cents each. Children’s set of three handkerchiefs sold in a box for 50 cents.

Fine Broadcloth Shirts For Men In Style

The article notes men favor broadcloth shirts in white or color, with plain white shirts and attached collars for simple tastes. It suggests sizing correctly and selecting patterned shirts if the wearer prefers a white collar, advising a neckbend style for comfort.

Men's Robes and Reefers Featured in Seasonal Styles

The text highlights imported Ombre robes at $12.50 to $25, silk dressing gowns from $15 to $25, and robes with notched or rolled collars at $7.50. It notes crepe reefers in solid colors with contrasting designs in blue, tan, or gray, and mentions a Radio House Coat for fans, priced around $7.50.

Guide to leather gear and gloves style names

A compact guide suggests chamois pull on options in white or natural chamois color. It mentions one clasp Beaver mocha skin with embossed thick as a possible choice. Also notes soft warm gloves made from double woven chamoisette hike fabric with pull on effect in rosewood beige and mois color and low prices.

Attractive models from Tennessee nomatic cedar finish

Advertises models crafted in genuine Tennessee nomatic cedar and walnut finishes. Highlights natural wood appeal and finish options for cabinetry or furniture. Targeted at buyers seeking quality timber and traditional styling in home fittings.

Tennessee

New Home Sewing Machines Highlight Light, Smooth Operation

Women favor the New Home machine for its light running ease and mechanical perfection. The range includes cabinet and portable models with features like high arm top tension, four-drawer cabinets, and the New Ideal model priced around $439 to $100.

Console

Smart Bags- Smart Gifts

A fragmented note on handbags argues that a woman's purse choice signals style. It contrasts fashions like the QU'Rousin pouch under-chin bags and leather options such as alligator or snake-cash styles, urging mindful selection of a modern bag.

Men's Imported Silk Ties for Christmas Gift

This ad promotes 4-in-hand silk ties in smart striped effects. It claims the ties are the exact colors and styles a man would pick, making them a surprising, concealment-free Christmas present.

Mocha Gloves touted as a pleasing gift choice

The article promotes Mocha gloves as a suitable gift for men. It highlights their softness on the hands and suggests they offer satirical service.

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Service of Bridgeport St. Louis Flanagan Wheeler White House Howl Choral Society Mary Tilo Bridgeport, Connecticut Howland's Thad Coty’s Perfumes Maan Mloor Millie Daby Louis Boy Scout Daniel Green Maa Yhaw Thad Kioo Tung Paris Origon Chypre Otyx Wongon Powder Com Muon Fluai—Front RiRlye
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