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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Feb 05, 1921

Page

7

Bargains In Children's Clothing And Toys Sale

A historical ad lists discounts across children clothing and related goods. Included are gingham dresses sizes 2 to 14 at 1.00, children dresses up to 1.95, winter coats, sleeping garments, hosiery at 45c, men’s socks at 15c, ladies cashmere hose at 56c, coin banks at 1.25, folding doll carriages, various games, heaters at 3.95, maps at 1.83, coal hods at 29c, and cheese cloth curtain material for a morning sale from 9 to 12. The ad emphasizes reduced prices and limited timing.

Dr. Denton Toy Department

American killed in Mexico by robbers

US Marine Corps veteran Shelton Purdy was slain in Mexico on Wednesday during a robbery, according to a telegram received by his sister Mrs. H. Treland. The message from Amarillo said Purdy, who had traveled to work for the Standard Oil company in Alexo, was stabbed and had a finger cut off in the attempt to steal a diamond ring.

Shelton Purdy United States Marine Corps Mexico Wisboi Amory Texas H. Treland Almarillo Purdy

Standing Committees Named for Masonic Home

The As President Fred A Verplank of the board of managers of the Masonic Home at Wallingford has appointed standing committees for 1921 Executive Fred A Verplank South Manchester Thomas Mckenzie Paweatuck Leonard J oker son Cornwall Finance Andrew J Hallock Bridgeport Joseph Burns Hartford S Ernest Downs Danbury Building Fred A Verplank chairman ex officio Joseph Bins Hartford Swine Downs Danbury Andrew J Hallock Bridgeport George I Sturges Woodbury

Fred A. Verplank Masonic Home Wallingford South Manchester Thomas Mckenzie Paweatuck Leonard J. Okerson Cornwall Andrew J. Hallock Bridgeport Joseph Burns Hartford S. Ernest Downs Danbury Joseph Bins Swine Downs George I. Sturges Woodbury

Unemployment in Connecticut Edges Downward

Hartford Feb 4 — reports from the state labor commissioner indicate a gradual improvement in the economy. About 80,000 workers were unemployed weeks ago, with a recent fall in unemployment and a partial revival of factory activity. Wages have fallen, with notable declines in building trades, while textiles show slight gains.

Hartford Industrias Connecticut

Plymouth Rock Patch Could Restore Its Original Shape

Cyrus E. Darlin of Arlington, the sculptor hired by the Pilgrim Ter-Centenary Commission, says a modern patching method could rejoin the Rock in three pieces and preserve it for posterity. He noted dentistry-inspired techniques might bind the boulder so it stands for centuries.

Plymouth Mass Fen Cyrus E. Darlin Ariington Dallin

Bank Auditor Confesses to Theft of Three Bonds

Rimer Dodd of East Orange an auditor at the Federal Reserve Bank New York confessed to stealing three $1,000 bonds from a Newark bank to pay medical bills. He was released on $1,000 bail. Police said the bonds were part of a lot sent to the Federal Reserve Bank from the First National Bank of Garfield and that Dodd took them after altering a deposit slip from $203,000 to 100,000.

Newark N. C Rimer Dodd East Orange Federgl Reserve Bank New York Federal Reserve Berk First National Bank of Garfield Ss. Atd Dodi

Deficient Midshipmen Get Second Chance At Naval Academy

Annapolis Md. officials announce that midshipmen deemed deficient in four or more branches at the semiannual examinations will not be dismissed from service. Examinations will determine if they may retrieve status and continue in training.

Annapolis Naval Academy Eng

One Killed and Six Hurt as Roof Falls in Dorchester

A construction roof collapsed in Dorchester, Boston, killing workman Tim Lin and injuring six others. Police and emergency crews responded to the scene at Edward Tyreete Square, with investigators beginning inquiries into the incident.

Boston Associa Edward Tyereet Square Dorchester District Leo Reef Timlin

Reduced Rail Rate Denied for G A R Encampment in Portland

Portland Maine dispatch reports the annual Grand Army of the Republic encampment will not receive a proposed one cent per mile reduced rail rate. The New England Passenger Association notified today that the request for reduced railroad rates was refused. The decision blocks a favorable fare concession sought for attendees traveling to the gathering.

Portland Clan Army of the Republic Thin City New Tongland Passenger Association

Dog in Groton alleged to have rabies report

Hartford Fen notes that Commissioner James M Whittlesey was informed by Chief Chemist PE Transfield that a dog killed in Groton tested positive for rabies. The animal reportedly bit four men before it was shot. Special officers were dispatched to the area to investigate potential further bites and notify any suspected contacts.

Hartford Fen James M. Whittlesey Transfield State Laboratory New Thaven Retow Iavas Commissionn Fies

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