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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Feb 12, 1926
Page
3
A fragmentary dispatch reports the Duke of York declining to iron the King’s shirt amid a royal tour in Africa. The tale notes his hesitation when urged to perform the task, framing the moment as a test of resolve during the king’s domestic duties.
An old ad lists no school today and advertises boys coats in sizes 3 to 10 with convertible collars in grey brown and tan, prices around 12.50, plus larger coats for 41 to 17 years at 15, plus four piece vest suits and knickers. Also features knit sweaters, striped blouses, and golf stockings with varied prices.
Cal Fed II AP The James of Frederick Masshell of Gelano California listed as a United States Navy deserter since November 26 186% may be cleared soon by act of Congress. Rep from the Batlow of California said the marshal’s list shows he enlisted in 1862 and served on the Last Lane. He traveled to Panama Valparaiso Magdaleno Bay and San Francisco before capture by a group of guards and shipment aboard The Queen of the East to Hong Kong and the China Islands. He was kept in brutal confinement in Hamburg and later sent to Genden then Australia before returning to San Francisco where he reported to naval headquarters and claimed blindness from injuries at Magdalene Bay. He remains listed as a deserter.
John F. Enos and Dennis J. Brill were found guilty on 11 counts of alleged robbery and one of assault with intent to rob during a Superior Court session. Judge Nelson F. Brown sentenced them to 15 to 20 years in the Massachusetts State Prison at Charlestown after denying a motion for a new trial.
Congress High School pupils displayed strong school spirit during a severe blizzard with about 60 percent attendance. Classes ran normally though lunch was shortened. Miss Loretta Burns was absent and Milton Lieberthal taught first period algebra until a substitute arrived. The Dramatic Club held its first meeting of the semester on Tuesday with twenty seven rostered members, electing officers and planning a spring play. The faculty advisor is Mrs Clara P Barnum of the English Department.
A Wisconsin professor warns that sensational adult films threaten youth and urges parents to act. He calls for public opinion shifts and stronger controls as proponents argue films push emotional and moral harm.
A collage of due faded items shows a police officer arresting a groom to be and a magistrate’s note, a steamship rescue near the Atlantic, and scattered European crime and social updates. It mentions a bridal pursuit, daring sea saves, and a mix of court actions and social gossip across cities like New York Philadelphia and Denver.
Governor Smith left Albany for New York to attend the funeral tomorrow of Fanell, former owner of the New York Yankees, who died yesterday in Atlanta.
An advertisement touts Cod Liver Oil Compound Tablets as a safe method to quickly gain weight for underweight individuals. It claims users can gain about three pounds per week, notes difficulty with tastes and stomach upset, and urges buying from Ash Hindle Drug Stores or any druggist that sells McCovs original product.
The New York State Anti Saloon League chief denied reports that a parole board granted him a year long release. He notes the board merely ratified a prior release, with no automatic loss of rights. he remains disbarred from law practice and cannot vote.
Alex vander Allenged, a resident of Easton, posted a bond of 2000 to avoid trial in a Cumani Superior court last December on statutory charges. He was to be arraigned next week, after a prior theft charge in Northampton, Mass. His alias was exposed and authorities notified Massachusetts authorities of his surrender under a bench warrant.
About 1100 students were absent as Mrs Fiske announced no excused absences. The 460 students who attended enjoyed activities. classes shortened and dismissal at 1:50 pm. Crosby game postponed, Students Council and athletic events rescheduled. new officers nominated. Basketball and football plans discussed.
The store asserts unwavering effort to provide quality furnishings and courteous service. It invites customer suggestions to maintain standards and organization ideals customers anticipate, emphasizing ongoing dedication to satisfaction.
Catalog entry lists Carls stockings in imed ium weight cotton black and cordovan at 25¢ for boys heavy weight cotton in black cordovan 35¢. Mer cerised lisle-a medium weight for girls in cordovan champagne grey 50¢. Cotton in black cordovan 50¢. Girls 7-8 length in camel thrush with fancy cuff EO. Boys 7-8 length in camel grey with fancy cuff 50¢. Main floor lett.
Friday offers limited packages of sample toilet preparations in the Toilet wares section while supplies last. Each person may request samples, subject to remaining stock.
A vivid sale offer features Bloomer and straightline dresses in English prints ginghams and chambrays for 7 to 10 years. Each dress is full cut well made and priced at $1 with a ready Friday availability and a second day sale planned for mothers seeking value.
A brief listing offers children's wool gloves with short gauntlets in camel color and boys gloves of cape skin lined with fleece. Priced at $1. Mian floor center store display.
Sale notice lists children's sturdy umbrellas at 1 and 2 dollars and girls umbrellas with rainproof covers in strong frame and short handles black at 1 and blue red or black at 2 dollars. Also mentions Wan flour center.
Wardrobe notices list school shoes for children and Boss brand styles in multiple welted options. Mixed high cut shoes offered in several sizes with sale prices. Kids tan elk shoes and Misses tan calf laced models also on sale with reduced prices. Growing girls tan patent leather oxfords and strap pumps priced reduced.
Coupon-like item lists excellent quality cotton fleeced vests and pants in medium heavy weight with prices 39e and 38e. Main floor area marked as rea for real estate or clearance.
New Britain physician Henry T Bray longtime medical leader and veteran health official left an estate valued at 42453. The probate court report lists 34417 in cash among the assets.
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