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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Dec 30, 1918

Page

3

Foreclosure Sought In Lyon Iron Works Suit On Hurd Avenue

Lyon Iron Works of New Haven sues William Carlson doing business as Metropolitan Auto and Carriage for $4 310 in materials furnished for building on Hurd Avenue. About $2 059 remains due. A lien was filed and the court is asked to foreclose. Returnable to the Superior Court January term.

Hurd Avenue Lyon Iron Works New Haven William Carlson Metropolitan Auto and Carriage Company Hurd

Limited Service Men Complain of Profiteers Here

Camp Upton based limited service men returning from munitions work in Bridgeport Waterbury Stanford and New Haven allege profiteering by local tradesmen. They faced inflated prices for inferior goods while awaiting discharge. Several men describe experiences at Lemington Arsenal Plant and Bridgeport area facilities. Affected soldiers lived in Bridgeport lodgings with no rent complaints noted.

Camp Upton Bridgeport New York Whe Island Waterbury Stanford New Haven Lemington Armas T. G Bridgeport, Brass Company Liberty Ordnance Company

Grocery Firm Sued for 1500 on Unpaid Bill

Whe Manvhee Sobway, a local grocery firm, faces a lawsuit for 1500 filed by Stewart May Inc of New York. Papers are in Superior court and returnable to the January term. The suit alleges 1500 worth of materials were furnished and not paid for.

Manvhee Sobway Company Stewart-May, Inc New York Soloway Company

Foreclosure Sought Over $375 Loan in Stratford

Agnes Fapp of Stratford files in Cannon Pleas to foreclose on property on Stratford avenue securing a $375 loan to Agnes Famok Papp. The suit alleges the debt is due and unpaid and is returnable to the January terms.

Cannon Pleas Court Agnes Fapp Stratford Agnes Famok Papp Agnes Papp Stratford Avenue

Francs Rise as Exchange Sets 160 Marks per Hundred Francs

The morning exchange rate shows the franc valued at two thirds more than the German mark. The market quotes 160 marks for 100 francs as the current rate, reflecting continued currency adjustments.

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Engagement of Jildur Iskstrom and Rudolph Jacobson

Georgetown dispatch reports the engagement of Jildur Iskstrom, daughter of Ekstrom, to Rudolph Jacobson of Bridgeport. The village notes holidays with residents and lists social visits, concerts at the Swedish Congregational church, and upcoming events including a Liberty fete entertainment in January.

Georgetown Tepport John A. Lindstrom Icol Johnson Jersey Carl Johniey Lowe Charles Glune Stratford Chapet A. A Andereson Edith Nordland Stev Norte William Colitis Fion Picture Theatre Jonn Jongis Anna Gustafson J Re Ufstafson Ars Vue Cyrrisos Konbeck Mcffwnin Machin Navy Naling Woliday Jobin Lindstront Aiudel Miller Aiudel Miller On Important Use I and Mrs. Mepest Levchelen Feailvy Holdhors Clarence « Wotlk Ives John King Lekson South Nore Hson Bridgeneurt Jyoey

Barred Rock Has Perfect Score in Storrs Contest

STORIS Dec 29 report on eight week laying contest at Storrs. Nine pens entered with total 1603 eggs produced. three pens yielded top scores. White Wyandottes from Laurel Hill Farm led with 4 eggs, Barred Plymouth Rocks owned by Jules Francais scored 4 eggs for second, and White Leghorns and other breeds tied for further prizes. Brisk display of poultry totals and pen averages noted. overall value and production figures listed for competing flocks.

Storis al- Shawsh Storrs Joles Wrens Wirkup Bros Samuel M Brig Foldo Plymouth Rocks M. Monks Blartfard Bridgeton Lowood Hill Main Sullivan Ocey Conny Astaead Davure TAH Bridgsetan Deere Deak Poulter Wopsa Strart Ridts Ibitoahy Jounsen Norite Uavent Monn White Coghorns Panerodls Kent Wink Ha VW Vuoldshy Cooperstown

Stratford Lodge to Hold Jolly Xmas Party Night

Stratford lodge members plan a Christmas tree gift exchange at the Auelia chapter meeting. Officers-elect will be inducted by the district deputy, followed by refreshments and a social hour.

Stratford Lodge Stratford

Spellacy Goes to Europe as Naval Claim Adjuster

United States District Attorney Thomas J. Spellacy of Hartford resigns to serve as counsel for the U S government in Geneva Europe handling naval claim adjustments against the Navy in World War I. He sails from New York on the Leviathan for Brest aboard the Brest-bound mission with Assistant Secretary Hancock and will work two to six months.

United States Thomas J. Spellacy Hlartford New York Brest Europe Navy de Haden Viim Franklin D. 1 John Hancock Navy Airs Spellacy Ireland Scotland Spain Italy Greece Mr. Spel- Jive Roosevelt Hancock Admiral Sims Azores Portugal Admiral Sim Navy Department London Paris Spellney Sncratary Roosevelt Tancock Admiral Wilson Sir Sims Donde

Fairfield County Law Inliteracy Records

Fairfield County shows low literacy rates with Windhand highest at 9.9 and Wai Cos at 40. New Haven and other areas are noted for Americanization efforts as officials discuss programs and prosecutions. Samuel Bondariuk, 135 Sage Avenue, is charged with theft of records from a local plant and faces court action.

Franklin D. Lane Pairthia Windhand New Haven Samuel Bondariuk Sage Avenue John A. Seery Weert End Amerie Sap Op Horge Heart and Gobie Bons

Seasonal Woolen Coatings at Savings for Prompt Shoppers

Handsome warm coatings and fine savings on wool velours kerseys zibelines and fabrics. The fabrics feature soft furry surfaces light textures and remarkable warmth in colors navy black gray green brown and burgundy. Fifty four inches wide in rich weights and hues priced from 3 50 to 4 50 with bargains for quick buyers on the third floor.

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Cheerful Petticoat Catalog Entry With Discounted Price

Cheerful petticoat of much service listed at 1.75 down to 1.39. Three lively cheering patterns with flowered colors and scattered blossoms. Excellent black sateen with impressed designs and a full f lace. No dull areas, bright and well made with a nice fitting. On second floor with regular price 1.75 to 1.39.

Victory Locket Fashion Promises Bargain Prices

Novel jewelry item called Victory lockets sells for half price this season. Made of blue green shell and amber tones with flecks of gold, each comes with a chain. Regular prices range from $3.25 to $7. Matin floor front display.

Save 50c on good comb and brush promotion

Promotion details for Pryalin American ivory comb and brush sets offered at the front center aisle. These dressers items boast nice finish and good bristles, with sets valued at eight dollars, featuring a material praised for beauty and rich effect resembling ivory at a fraction of the cost.

Bread tray sale offer from corner shop misread

An ad offers bread trays at half price a limited number available at one half of the former price. Describes sturdy metal construction with quadruple silver plating, pleasing weight and floral holder in a conventional shape. Regular price listed as 8.50.

Abused stationery half price in store sale

Holiday stationery is discounted as damaged stock with boxes soiled or broken. Tinted and white stock including cards paper and envelopes drops from 1.75 to 8 cents to 88 Main floor rear.

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