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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Dec 29, 1920
Page
3
Bridgeport leaders argue for a unified modern school system instead of building many new schools. Local officials discuss funding around 700000 for improvements, concerns over pupil placement, and the need for efficient modernization to avoid waste while expanding capacity.
Court records show New Haven Road directors order a payment to a company in a dispute over waste management. The suit centers on funds to cover the defendant's costs and plaintiffs' expenses, with oral advice and cease order noted in memoriadung filings. The action names multiple individuals and associates, including Morgan and Greer, linked to the settlement terms.
City grants permits for a new roller coaster and four buildings on an island site. Notices name applicants Henry Sor lye, Drageag twig, and others, with addresses on Maher te dah, Madison Bee, and Chulen avenues. The measures include a garage and related construction near a pleasure area, pending final approvals.
A man was fatally shot by his stepson in a troubling accident near Byer Hay. Investigations showed the victim sustained a gaping wound and died at the scene while the stepson appeared distressed, with officials noting the event as a tragic domestic accident.
A vintage health ad extols Pepto-Mangan to improve red blood and fight disease. It urges starting now to feel stronger, noting the tonic boosts energy and overall vitality after a few weeks. Also advertises shoes with various styles and prices, linking fashion to health and well being.
The ad touts Flexible Flyer sleds described as the greatest ever built for speed with mentions of back yard play. It promotes a limited quantity sale at $3.50 instead of $4.25, highlighting boys and girls as primary buyers and noting long-time fans will want to snatch up the deal.
Advert begins with price drop on rich marquisette curtains, touting fineness and strength, hemstitched edges, and beige options. Claims same detail as higher priced patterns, including tapestry like colors and delicate shading. Notes patterns with flowered designs and one yard width, implying a regular price around 49 to 73 cents per yard.
An OCR fragment shows sale pricing on assorted linen and stationery items. It lists crystal linen sheets and envelopes, Hurd’s damask linen in blue and pink, Commonwealth Lawn cards, and Eaton’s correspondence sets with marked discounts. Several items reference one quire or envelopes to match, with prices around $1.25 to $0.60.
An old newspaper listing outlines affordable girls dresses in fabrics like zibeline velvet and chambray with fur trims and decorative stitching. Sizes 2 to 16 available, with prices ranging from about $1.69 to $19.50, highlighting gingham, chambray, and plaid options and several color choices.
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