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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Feb 09, 1924
Page
3
Hartford February report shows January actions by State police recovering goods worth 44026 returning them to owners. Troopers made many arrests for motor vehicle and labor law violations, plus miscellaneous offenses. Water seizures valued at 7171, patrol miles 8877, operator license examinations 974, tires and other assets inspected.
Fairfield February 8 Special to the Telegram The Stratfield Fire department is expanding into a sizable organization with 29 volunteer firemen. The force is split into three districts with eight men per district and a lieutenant in charge plus a fire-chief overseeing all districts. Members listed include Robert Cleveland Treut J William Judge Clarence Yat J Albin W H Wright John Benson John Havens Michael Ty North district Central district John Stickney Treut Clifford Beardsley Clarence Naramore W Bradley Fred Lovegrove M Waterman M Gaherald Fred Daniels Central district C Gandor Lieutenant Fred Irtin George Celgan Frad Wolgaun Nelson Porter Milton Port Ernest Bavaria Martin Carlson.
Special to The Jeeram reports a Derby resident known as Derby Bird Man maintains a bird feeding place on Taylor Street. Despite heavy snow and ice, locals say the birds rely on this steady source of food, described as crucial after harsh winters.
A Rochester woman, Philip Danes of St Leiden Street, credits Dr Williams Pink Pills for restoring her color and energy after long illness. She suffered nervous collapse, dizziness, and poor appetite until reading about the pills in a newspaper led to improved nerves and increased vitality. The ad promotes purchasing pills and offers a free booklet from the Dr Williams Medicine Schenectady NY.
Barker a former Princeton University student confessed in Mere court today to seventeen charges of theft from classmates. His case was deferred until next Friday with further actions pending as prosecutors review the details of the rooms involved.
In Ansanta February, Isidore Swex gave a pint of blood to his uncle Mr Paik then in a Hartford hospital in a serious condition. The exchange says the life was saved and Isidore returned home somewhat weak but improved with no other ill effects.
Allen B. Cook of Niantic reappointed Pomona grange deputies with the same standing committees as last year. J Arthur Sherwood joins the executive committee after January appointment, replacing Frank F. Blakeman. New Pomona deputies cover Central Pomona Portlan Quinebaug Wittmantic Mast Central East Hartford Mountain County Bristol Orange Lebanon Seaview Winsthampton Fairfield County Bridgeport and others with several named deputies.
Senator Dill introduces resolutions seeking a Senate transmission of Albert B. Fall letters detailing the Harding administration 1932 push for immediate ratification of the Colombia treaty. The measures would compel the Interior Department to provide all available information plus copies of diplomatic correspondence on foreign concessions.
Melville, 69, of 4 Sloogs Devon, was found dead among rugs in the burlap shop of Sue America Tube & Stamping Co at West lini plant yesterday morning. Fellow workers reported he seemed to have suffered a stroke after quitting time Thursday night. Physicians say death resulted from a stroke. He is survived by a wife and three daughters, Inez Boetteher of Jersey City, Pearl and Catherine.
Connecticut State Police association reports a new color scheme for parking zones after a meeting in Hartford. Signs will use yellow with black for no parking, red with white for restricted areas, and green with yellow for one way streets.
New sport frocks feature brill iant charm and dainty dignity in bottony flannels and jersey dresses. Styles include checks plaids and plain tangerine in varying sport dress modes with glass pearl or metal buttons. Wool jersey dresses in Poudre blue green and grey with collars and cuffs or white crepe de chine priced at 15 and 19.50 on the second floor center.
A reflective note on sentiment and remembrances, referencing valentines for the young and for older children. It mentions small sets and handwork projects that become dainty keepsakes, emphasizing their value despite low prices.
The ad promotes chocolate hearts and dolls in varied prices from 10c to 25c, 15c to 45c, and a one pound box. It also highlights long white kid gloves for formal occasions, with options including two clasp, embroidered, gauntlets, and high button styles priced around 1.05 to 2.95.
A display of cloche, turban, tricorner and brimmed hats in silk and straw shines with spring color. Vendors present varied combinations in rich textures and light, sunny tones. Shoppers are invited to view the collection and are told hats are available at 140 shillings.
patent leather Colonial pumps with large buckles lead the season alongside, Cuban heel and panel styles. Also offered are three strap pumps, silk stockings with perforations, and suede sport pumps. Prices range from 50 cents to 8 50, with women’s fleeced garments and children’s union suits—main floor displays.
Fashion notes showcase Mandalay coats in tan shades with crepe lining priced at 65 dollars. Rich fabrics in tan hues start at five dollars, with options from 25 dollars. Plaids in brown and blue range 29.50 to 50 dollars as the collection expands the season’s wardrobe.
A local ad highlights new spring patterns in silk dresses and woolen fabrics, plus a wide range of handbags and purses. It touts long underarm purses with mirrors and coin sections, leather bags in black brown and grey, and beaded accessories. Featured brands include Alvis and Sherman, with prices from 3 to 13 dollars and sizes up to 12 years.
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