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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Feb 02, 1921

Page

3

Six Members of One Family Die in Vermont Fire

In Rochester near Barre Vermont a family of ten, the Henry Martell group, perished in a house fire while two others were seriously burned. The dead include Louis Martell and Henry Martell, with children aged 41 and younger. Mrs Henry Martell and one child survived in critical condition. The blaze started when a stove used kerosene mistaking it for a lamp? The house burned rapidly trapping several occupants.

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Four Killed in Ohio Train Crash in Newark

A morning Ohio wreck near Newark killed four workers and injured several others. The crash occurred as the train struck another object and derailed, trapping crew members in burning wreckage. Fire spread through the cars, and some victims were found in a bunk car weighed down by debris. Officials from Pennsylvan a related line of inquiry were noted.

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Missing Elm City Man Found in Shelton Canal

The body of Henry Massoletti, 60, of 340 Grand Avenue, New Haven, was found in the Shelton canal after he vanished from Shelton on January 21. An old watch and valuables were found on the body. a reward of $100 was offered for news of his whereabouts or body.

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Suspension of Work Delays Navy Ships Program

Washington months of suspension on the 916 naval building is delaying the commissioning of ships. Admiral R Woontu and Rear Admiral Th Taylor told the Senate Naval Committee in executive session that the larger plants have equipment tied up in government contracts, making idle time costly and requiring compensation to keep partly completed ships from standing idle.

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Family of 12 Can Have House for Very Low Rent

A Pine Bluff Arkansas notice reports Ashcraft a local banker saying a large family can rent a home at a minimal rate while a smaller family might be favored for longer terms. The piece notes his impending move to Little Rock and hints at cautious leasing practices regarding families with children.

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Congresswoman-Elect Attends Legion Dance in Mushogher

In Mushogor Okla on February 1 Miss Alice Robertson congresswoman-elect attended a Legion dance. The speech and reception highlighted her pioneer family roots and support from local Legion members.

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Henderson Appointed Exchange Professor at Cambridge

Lawrence J. Henderson, biological chemist, named exchange professor. Loi Prange chosen senior by Bayard University corporation as part of a broader plan. Gushneltins, historian, outlines a winter trip to Tarepr and notes a course at Toulouse on historical topics with public lectures.

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New President of Clark University inaugurated

Worcester Massachusetts February inauguration of Dr Walter Jace Water Allwood as Clark University president. Allwood, former chair of geology and physiography at the University of Chicago and the University of Pittsburgh, has long been linked with the U S Geological Survey. Clark will focus on advancing study of geography in its broad sense.

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Irishman Acquitted Of Murder Charge In Court

An Irishman was acquitted of a murder charge after a November trial. Proceedings referenced officers and a shooting incident, with names such as Edward Potter and Daniel Healy appearing in the scant readable text. The court delivered a verdict favoring the accused amid limited readable details.

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Patent medicines as beverages under ban

Washington reports enforcement officers prepare to take first steps to slow the manufacture of intoxicating beverages masquerading as patent medicines. Internal Sevenue bureau says beverages related to the Volstead Act may lead to withdrawal of alcohol from damaged warehouses.

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Moran Re elected Head Of 5 N E T Company

A corporate meeting elected Moran to continue as head of the 5 N E T company with a slate of officers including C Knight and Jewt Hud Reemwanag. Shareholders approved resolutions and directed ongoing oversight at the annual session.

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Fire Leaves Thirty Families Homeless in Coal City

A fire early today destroyed a building housing thirty families in Coal City. Officials suspect arson, with the blaze believed to have started on the roof after previous incidents in nearby flats. The owner had been negotiating with a contractor about repairs, while residents seek temporary shelter.

New Britain Man Dies From Sleeping Sickness

Fey J. Rysti, proprietor of a local restaurant in New Britain, died this afternoon after several weeks of illness. Doctors treated a sleeping sickness like ailment, and the death ends a long local residence. Further details were not immediately available.

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Comforts for Baby’s days and nights catalog

A vintage advertisement listing baby comfort items with prices. Sleep sacks in chinchilla finished ziderdown from to $6, blankets from $1.50 to $2.50, coats and capes up to $12.30, silk bonnets, little sacks, shoes, bootees, gertrudes and pinners, stockings, bands, shirts, binders, slips and dresses priced from fractions to several dollars.

Needlework Finds For Little Gals In Daisy Dress Styles

A brief notice offers children’s dresses and boudoir sets in dainty styles. Items include needlework dresses described as very dainty, with a scarf pillow-top and cushion. Price not stated beyond a likely low cost.

Howland Sewing Machine Club Offers Easy Pay Plan

A dollar initiates purchase of Howland sewing machines with no extra club fees. Payment starts with the machine’s price and no membership dues. Models include New Royal and Free with prices from 49 to 100 dollars, club spaces limited, delivery uncertain, third floor.

Howland Sewing-Machine Club

Gossard Corsets Tailored to Nine Figure Types

An advertisement explains Gossard Corsets offering nine figure types from tall and slender to short and full. It details specific models No 241 to No 381 with varying bust heights, hips, fabrics, boning, and prices from 3.25 to 6.30, noting fit and comfort for each wearer.

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