Griffin relates history of local fam to Kiwanis
William J Griffin of Holmes and Edwards recounts the firm’s role in U S silverware development since 1882 at a Niwanis club luncheon. He notes the Bridgeport plant’s rising demand, daily production of over 450 gross of flatware, and a patented solid silver wear process. The talk also noted Edwards’ key role in founding International Silver Company, now with 18 U S plants and three in Canada.
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Holmes and Tedwards Company
Niwanis Club
William J. Griffin
Conenmn
United States
Griffin
George E. Edwards
Holmes and Edwards Company
Coroner clears driver in Atlantic Street crash
Coroner John Jennen absolves Joseph A. Peten of criminal responsibility in the death of John Zakloske of 1 Atlantic Street, struck by a truck on West Street. Findings indicate no negligence by the driver and point to external factors in the fatal accident last Friday.
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John Jennen
Stolen car identified by Elmhurst man in Bridgeport
An Elmhurst resident identified a Pord touring car, bought in New York Wednesday, as stolen from Wheeler of Bridgeport. The car, taken January 11, was driven to Bridgeport by the local buyer who noticed engine numbers were marred. State police investigated theft and confirmed ownership.
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New York
Bridgeport
Charles BE. Walker
Elmhurst
Bernard Scally
Wheeler
Imons Beat Kiwanis In Winter Luncheon Volley Tourney
The Lions defeated the Kiwanis club 2 to 1 in the first game of the Winter luncheon volley bath tournament at the YMCA. Next Wednesday at p.m. the Rotary clubs and Wintering will meet in the second game of the tourney.
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Lions
Kiwanis Club
Howland's Quick Sale on Men's Suits
After a busy season Howland's offers 1 2 or 3 remaining suits at deep discounts. Single and double breasted styles in pencil stripes browns greys and heather mixtures in worsted cashmere whip cord and gabardine fabrics. Regular prices ranged 35 to 45 now cut to 23.50. Main floor rear.
Nations at saving prices and sewing notions sale
Retail list details numerous sewing supplies with prices: spool cottons, linen thread, silk, mercerised cotton, hooks and eyes, snap fasteners, pins, safety pins, hair nets, embroidery edging, ribbon braids, tape, waist linings, corset laces, hose supporters, dress shields, sanitary belts, rubber aprons, middy lace, stitching tissues, needles, thimbles, and more. Includes brand names, colors, and bulk quantities. showcases a department store bargain page style.
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Clark
Colton
Berbour’s
Wilsnap
Wowland
Broollawn
Fc Haase
Suse Pender
Nainsack
Nikes
de Doz Houselold
Doe Pe
Milford Board dismisses department electrician Masson
At a special Board of Fire Commissioners meeting in Milford the department electrician Clarette Masson of Walnut Beach was discharged for insubordination after disobeying orders and failing to appear for a hearing. A temporary replacement, Kallcene Wadhams, will serve at No. 5 Woodmont station, while George Clonney substitutes at the borough fire house.
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Milford
Board of Fire Commissioners
Department
Clarette Magson
Walnut Beach
Ghief Lewis F. Stowe
Masson
Department of Fire Service
William ‘. O'Hara
Stowe
Kallcene
Woodmont
Wadhams
Board of Police Commissioners
Conniet
Wadson
Ineay Sgenay
Winthrop Gragary
Deltlvery
Orefore
Avril Lith
Danbury Fire Chief Appointed Local Fuel Administrator
Chief Peter of the Danbury fire department and city fire marshal was named local fuel administrator by State Police Superintendent Robert T. Burley. He succeeds D. D. Lovelace, released with the emergency fuel bill. A shipment of coal arrived, totaling about 700 tons across 12 cars.
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Peter
Danbury
Robert T. Burley
Beckerle
D. D. Lovelace
Siiowen
State Commander to Attend Milford Meet
State Commander Edward Kelley of Bridgeport and the adjutant head a group of American Legion officers planning a district convention in Milford. District Deputy Donald TL Peck of New Haven will preside, with plans set for about 30 delegates to attend at the ex-service room in Milford tomorrow night.
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Milford
Kell
American Legion
Edward Kelley
Bridgeport
rToen
de Nelda
Bresilford Po
Donald TL Peck
Wast Haven
Abun
Comfort sleeping garments for men with pearl buttons
Advertises men's sleeping garments made of soft cotton fabric, full cut, neat seams, pearl buttons, silk braid frogs. Colors tan white and light blue. Priced at $2. Main floor, night front.
Wayne knit socks and silk-like hosiery offer value
Men's underwear and fine hosiery advertise Wayne knit socks for men with guaranteed fit and wear. Emphasis on years of experience, care in production, and silken fibre finish resembling real silk. Available in grey, brown, navy, or black at 50c. Ecru ribbed cotton shirts and drawers at 85c. Main floor, tight front.
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Wayne
Novelties and Hats and Luxury Goods Sale Sketch
Novelty Paris model hats with Vagal braid and lace trim in multiple shades priced at 12.50. Pearl and jade fringe accessories, two dress pumps in patent leather at 6. Assorted glassware and porcelain sets priced to 15.40 per piece, fruit bowls, vases, and baskets ranging to 2083. New book releases listed with author names and prices.
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China
Saga
Outer wraps for Spring wear $29.75
Fashion presents a Spring collection of coats and wraps priced at $29.75 on the second floor. The lineup features velvety deep tones, smooth velours, and hairy sport fabrics. Styles range from straight down to voluminous wrappy coats, including dressy and camel-colored sport models with contrasting linings for women of all ages.
Pretty new waists special price at 1.65
New crisp attractive blouses in corded dimity organdie voile and waists with long collars and high necks. All sizes in the lot sold fast leaving broken sizes, disposal to clear stock. Second floor rear.
New Victor records released mid month in Bridgeport
Mid month Victor records go on sale highlighting Paul Whiteman and band appearances in Bridgeport. No 19003 Try Cling to Me and T gave you up Before You Threw me Down by Whiteman plus 19000 Pepey Dear Bees Knees, 19006 Carolina in the Morning and Toot Toot by American Quartet and Billy Murray and Md Small. No 1907 Parade of Wooden Soldiers and Mister Gallagher and Mister Shean by Whiteman. No 8663 Song of the Volga Boatmen by Frederick Challapin. Fourth floor front.
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Foxtrot
Paul Whiteman
Pepey Dear
Fox
Billy Murray
MD Small
Mister Gallagher
Mister Shean
Ireedor Challapin
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