Dress for Less and the $300 Wardrobe Guideline
The Chicago Designers' association argues that $300 a year suffices for a woman's wardrobe, urging economy due to war needs. The piece critiques impulsive shopping, notes diverse expert opinions on proper attire, and contrasts American extravagance with European planning, praising the association's stance as a push toward educated dress.
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Washington
Chicago Designers’ Association
Associaon
Hsts
Guyers
Velasques
Jainter
Whistler
Sargent
Millett
Portia
Velasquez
Miller
Paul Poiret
Europe
More Club Lawbreakers in Bridgeport Exposed
A state and city uproar follows disclosures about the Keystone club and its "Baby Doll" ruler with gold crown, as detectives reveal widespread illegality in Bridgeport clubs. Other similar establishments with certificates operate openly, dodging police and liquor laws, while the Liberty club risks losing its certificate amid ongoing raids and rumors of political favors.
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Bridgeport
Keystone Club
Washington
Keystone
Connecticut
Liberty Club
4 Line O' Cheer Poem by John Kendrick Gangs
Poem wishes a hopeful new year and cheer for the needy. It calls for comfort, peace, and relief for those in pain and sorrow, wishing goodwill, healing weather, and justice amid strife. It speaks in a prayerful tone for brighter days and moral steadfastness.
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John Kendrick
New Year Cheer and Quips From The Breakfast Table
A collage of light verse and quips wishing readers a prosperous 1918 and poking fun at wartime thrift and fashion. It notes the mint assayer urging not to hoard gold, jokes about fuel economy, and sketches casual New Year humor, including “Love on the Square” by J A in Brocklyn.
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United States Mint
Do Not Overheat Fireplaces This Cold Weather
In cold spells cities report many fire calls as homes heat dangerously. Do not push stove capacity for more heat. maintain steady attentive fire management. Overheating endangers life and city, so use safe, economical heating practices to avoid accidents.
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New York
Red Cross Campaign Earns Strong Bridgeport Support
The completion of Bridgeport's second Red Cross campaign proves a great success with strong membership growth. Walter B. Lashar is singled out for leading efforts, credited with much of the campaign's achievement as Bridgeport expresses pride in volunteers and patriotic service.
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Red Cross
Bridgeport
Walter B. Lashar
The City’s Loss Dr Frederick M Wilson Dies Abroad
Dr Frederick M Wilson a Bridgeport eye specialist died suddenly while visiting Panama and other southern locales. A New England native who came to Bridgeport nearly forty years ago he gained wide recognition beyond the city for hospital work travel and medical service. His death is a loss to Bridgeport and the medical community.
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Frederick M. Wilson
Panama
Bridgeport
New England
Maine
Wilson
Red Cross Drive At Poli's Theatre A Success
Bridgeport workers praise and pride high as the Red Cross drive at Poli's theatre crowds the big venue. Despite zero readings the event yielded satisfactory financial returns and broad community support for the relief effort.
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Red Cross
Poli
Bridgeport
Choice Chewing by Atkins Gains Official Backing
Tommy Atkins to chew gum under a government approved plan. Briton, keen observer of rules, may lose one relief learned from his American cousin Sammy. World may await a Kipling lyric on this new acquisition from Rudyard Kipling’s era.
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Tommy Atkins
Tommy
Sammy
T. Atkins
Rudyard Kipling
Camouflage Criticism of Peace Terms
The passage attacks proposed peace terms as camouflage and accuses the Jrans of submitting to rulers. It likens the Kaiser's methods to devilish association and mocks those who heed criticism as blind to barbarian tactics. It frames the terms as mild but deceitful.
West Side Bank to Open Doors Wednesday
Bridgeport opens West Side Bank at State street and Butler avenue with $125000 paid in capital. It offers 2 percent interest on balances over 500, 4 percent in savings, private checking, and a Christmas club with evening hours to Jan 10. William P. Kirk presides. other officers include John Dezaecashter George Tn Moore and more.
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West Side Bank
Bridgeport
State Street
Butler Avenue
Savings Department
West Sila
William P. Kirk
John Dezsa
Ecashter
George Tn. Moore
Same
Vel Greenbaum
Vernard TL. Ashman
Ernest Gregor
Clarence FE
Gillan
Joseph
Survivor of Perry Cruise Demonstrates His Youth
W S Hardy an 82 year old American sailor is the sole survivor of Commodore Perry’s 1853 expedition to Japan. Revisiting Japan he amazed Japanese nobility at a dinner by turning a somersault to ease concerns about his weariness. He remains highly honored and tours with lectures interviews and sermons linking his voyage with a plea for friendlier US Japan relations. Reverence for age is strong in the East and he is hailed as the grandfather of Japan.
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Tokyo
W. S Hardy
Commodore
Perry
Japan
Terry
Amecrca
Hardy
Oil Stove Accidental Fire Alarm Triggers Report
A fire alarm was triggered yesterday afternoon when an oil stove tipped over at the corner of Lostwick Avenue and Spruce Street. The stove caused a brief blaze in a residence but no injuries or major damage were reported. occupants listed include Michael Osiris and others mentioned in the incident report.
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Mircanen
Lostwick Avenue
Spruce Street
Sprina Street
Michael Osris
Your Health Sleep Needs Across Ages and Habits
This piece, by John B. Haber, discusses sleep disorders in the elderly, variable sleep needs by age, and the role of habit. It notes infants sleep most, eights hours by adolescence, and nine to ten hours in youth, with adults needing seven to eight hours. climate and environment affect rest. It emphasizes a cool dark quiet room, proper bed, and regular sleep routines. Habit governs both good and bad sleep, with regular hours crucial for waking and retiring.
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Seerp
Jess
Questions and Answers on Tuberculosis Advice
A patient with consumption reports good appetite and stable weight. advice emphasizes doctor guidance and possible treatments. The text discusses presence of tubercle bacillus, bronchitis, and the complexity of diagnosing TB versus other lung conditions, noting varied symptoms and the need for professional evaluation.
Pepper Talks by George Matthew Adams
A meditation on lasting character and influence, urging readers to become non remnant in life. It contrasts trusted warmth with uncertain charm and calls for living with purpose, resilience, and visible integrity.
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Pepper
George Matthew Adams
Germans no maten for fijian guile
Fragmented report describes German cruiser Seemu lor and five officers escaping wreck near Mepelha Island in September. Survivors reportedly landed on Wi wo Island and engaged in actions with British forces, including encounters with Macpherson and Lovins.
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Ude
Omnia Piufou
Felix von Latte
Seomulor
Mepelha Island
Society Group
von Luckner
Ciermens
Archipelaxie
Tinton
Toms
Mawe White
Oteers
Training of Seamen for Merchant Marine Initiated
A government led program begins training for future merchant mariners. Officials outline pathways for recruits, eligibility, and scheduling while emphasizing standards and national service. The plan lists training locations, times, and oversight to ensure qualified seamen enter the commercial fleet.
Merely A Suggestion Are You A Good Business Man
A health admonition for businessmen urges balancing work with personal care. It asks how closely you monitor diet, sleep, exercise, oral hygiene, and overall wellness, warning that neglect leads to physical bankruptcy as retirement nears. It proposes a New Year focus on health, noting young health is worth more than business gains.
City seeks over hundred thousand for health clinics
Budget details show more than $100,000 needed next year for city welfare buildings and public clinics. Health management requests $56,000 while Health and Charities committees seek $40,000 for building and operations. Total costs approach near $100,000 with other expenses raising the figure further.
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Eare
Budset
Hnwaagement
Health and Charities Building Committees
Ayoment
Banks Refuse Loan Spark Slump in Building Deals
Weather and tight money mood chill construction as banks decline loans yesterday. Building permits show few new projects while developers consider Me
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Daniel AB Row- Maud
Bwldins
Tris
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