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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Feb 24, 1923

Page

3

Double tragedy in Palm Beach shocks Stratford readers

Stratford reports a Palm Beach tragedy in which Pauline Stagg Weller and her mother Emma Stagg shot themselves after a long fear of losing their home. Seven year old Charlie Stagg witnessed part of the event, telling neighbor Maitland Alexander that his mother was dead and his grandmother dying. Coroner investigation set for 1:30 pm with bodies moved to Ferguson's Undertaking.

Charles Stagg Stratford Palm Beach Pauline Stage Charles FE. Stagg Charley Stagg Hiss Pantine Stags Frank Weller Dirs. A. Emme Stagg Atlantic Avenue Ocean Boulevard Charles Mrs. Weller Mrs. Stagg Mother Love Charles E. Stagg Sammls North Main Street Conn Emma E. Stagg Stratford Trust Elliott W. Peck Walter KE. Goddard F. M. Houghton Ernest Malphursad Joe Berman Ferguson's Undertaking Company F. Nicholas Y. Jones William Waiters A. Heidleberg Hen Hoffman Fritch Undertaking Company Merit Temple Maitland Alexander The Stagss North Ocean Boulevard Charlie Alexander Hau Mothe Tim Tharly Westerdty Atlerdgin Cladale Poe Allexander Stagg Cottage Sean

Citizenship Granted to 297 Naturalization Applicants

Judge John W. Banks concluded a four day Naturalization Court session with 297 applicants granted citizenship. Of 529 petitions on the docket, 48 were heard. many rejected for not reporting. The new law affecting American born wives of foreigners was applied in two Bridgeport cases, and does not require first papers or five year waiting.

John W. Banks Naturalization Court Ofer Eugenia Jortland Barker Morfey Anna Cornelia Kerr Bridgeport Scotchman

Insects as Food Across Cultures in Historical Travel Notes

The text describes beetles fed on flour and wine used as food in various regions. It cites Bora, Suriname natives, Turks, and others who reportedly consume larvae and grub preparations. Mentions include Wiedemann and references to well-known mealworms among different peoples.

Mme Marian Ve Pile Surinaarn St. Bo

Insurance course planned at Y M C A

A practical course in Life Insurance Underwriting will be offered by the YMCA department starting Tuesday. Sessions run weekly with Richard Brown in charge, held in a Culver area room. Prospective students are invited to attend the opening meeting Thursday night with no obligation.

Mdnusstirrald Yo Mo Petar Tispor NASA Richard Brown Culver

Made to measure suits for men for 34.75

An offer for made to measure men’s suits at 34.75 dollars. Customers may choose fabric from 200 woolen patterns with no extra charge for larger sizes. expert help and measurements guarantee a perfect fit. Limited time between seasons.

Hats Speak French Styles Sell In American Shops

New hats mirror Paris models with an American twist offering silk and straw options. Prices range from ten to twelve fifty with vibrant colors and decorative touches. Second floor front displays highlight the fashion hats and Parisian copies for busy shoppers seeking charm and smartness.

Paris America

Glove Styles Shine in Finish and Fabric Details

Women's gloves attract attention with two toned chamoisette gauntlets and beaver and covert embroidered backs. Described finishes and straps highlight quality. prices noted as 1.35 and 85c. Main floor, eft center.

Wide variety in Spring coats twenty five dollars

A second floor display features substantial spring coats and capes priced at 25 dollars. Fabrics reflect early spring warmth with camel and light tan tones, many with plaid tracery on grey or tan bases. Coats are lined with crepe de chine or satin, capes shown in black with grey crepe de chine contrast.

Chinchilla

Hosiery sale highlights on main floor display

Hosiery news of timely interest presents women’s silk hose with lisle top and reinforced heel and toe in black cordovan putty piping rock and French grey priced at $1.95. Children’s lisle hose in English rib colors available in black white cordovan grey and pongee at 50c. Children’s fleece lined vests and pants offered at 35c. Main floor left center.

De Luxe Shirts Special at $1.55 on Main Floor

Men s De Luxe shirts in spring fabrics including madras and Russian cords. Tailored cut for comfort, high quality at a sale price of 1.55. Limited stock on the main floor right front.

First Longies Thrill From Howland Suits for Teens

A high school aged boy seeks correct fashion details and lasting value in Howland suits with two pants, sport models, and belt choices. Available in sizes 16 to 22 years, priced at 25 to 30 dollars, with options for patch pockets, belts, box pleats, and modern cuts.

Pretty waists offered at a dollar deal

A brief note describes corded striped dimities with pretty cross bars and white yoiles, featuring embroidery motifs, dainty laces, buttonhole edges, and embroidered designs in white. It advertises high neck and low neck models, described as attractive and good value for $1, located on the second floor rear.

New jewelry arrivals in attractive designs

New jewelry items on display in the main floor left front section include fruity pendants and newer style necklaces at $2.50, bead necklaces in jet tassel and crystal styles from $1 to $5, red crystal bead sets from $1, pearl and metal chains at $2.50 and $3.50, red drop earrings from 39c to $1, jet hoop earrings at 50c, sterling bangle bracelets at 50c, and jet tassel bracelets at 39c.

Stylish brushed wool sweaters for outdoor wear

Stylish brushed wool sweaters ideal for sport and outdoor activities. Slip over style with contrast border and tie sash girdle, priced at 2.95. Coat sweater with ribbed borders and patch pockets, masculine and sturdy, priced at 3.95. Both in camel shade. Second floor rear.

Tweed top coats for little fellows

Tweed top coats for little fellows described as reefer style grown up coats. Double breasted with box pleats or inverted pleats in back and raglan sleeves. large patch pockets and belt all around. Sizes priced at $8.50 and $10. Basement front.

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