Army stocks sold for half value in postwar sales
Brig. Gen. staff reports American army stocks valued at about $10,000,900 if kept would have cost $74,000,000 to reclaim. France paid $400,000,000 for stocks taken over, other Allies and smaller nations bought $80,000,000. Connor notes large expense to transport and distribute remaining supplies from Antwerp.
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Meigs B Russell Named Organizer for American City Bureau
Meigs I Russell former Bridgeport assistant secretary and ex newspaperman has joined the American City Bureau in New York as organizer for Chambers of Commerce. He will go to cities lacking active chambers to organize or revive groups and will act as temporary secretary until a permanent secretary is found.
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Bridgeport Chamber of Commerce
American City Bureau
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Directi Lue
Lenine offers new peace terms to Allies
Nikolai Lenine, the Russian Bolshevik, has proposed a peace offer to the Allies. The plan, carried to London by a British representative, calls for abolition of terrorism and revolutionary tribunals. Baltic Agreement reports the condition amid Warsaw negotiations. Ukraine and Poland appear near a mutual understanding with Ukraine recognizing independence and dropping eastern Galicia claims.
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London
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Jésthonian
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Pinex cough syrup recipe promises quick relief for coughs
Thousands of housewives save on cough remedies by making this old Pinex syrup at home. Mix 24% ounces of Pinex with a pint of sugar syrup or substitutes, creating a potent, fast-acting solution said to relieve bronchitis, croup, and asthma symptoms within a day. The Nor way pine extract is highlighted as the healing agent, with a money-back guarantee from The Pinex Co.
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Demand for Ex-Kaiser Expected This Month
Amerongen January 6 Allied demands for the extradition of former Emperor William of Germany, about to be forwarded to The Hague around January 15, are reported. Count Hohenzollern may surrender to avoid burdening the Netherlands, but is said to rely on Toland for safe refuge if needed.
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Odessa Defenders Prepare as Bolsheviks Advance
Central News dispatch from Odessa reports Odessa, Russia’s main Black Sea port, will not be surrendered easily. General Schilling is rushing defensive preparations as Bolsheviks threaten the city in the ongoing conflict.
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Waist fashions for full figures with tailored comfort
Advertisement describes waists designed for full figures with ample room at the waist and arm, avoiding binding and excess fullness. It highlights varied sizes from 45 to 33, with styles in silk crepe de chine and Georgette, in colors black navy taupe brown white flesh, and prices around 16.65 to 13.95, placed on the second floor.
Velvet Handbags with Mirror and Safety Clasp
New velvet handbags arrive in black brown taupe and gray with mirror top compartments and neat lining. Includes a trapdoor top with a safety nickel clasp and a matching purse in several sizes and morocco trim. Prices around five dollars.
Hats at 5 Dollars Extra Interest on Silk Beavers
Silk beaver sports hats on the second floor draw buyers with jaunty style and clever design. Many fabrics including velvet satin beaver and brocade offer gold embroidery, bright flowers, feather bands and winter decorations, priced from five cents to one dollar.
Clocks in mahogany cases offered with graceful curves
Advertised clocks emphasize good looks and reliable timekeeping. Mahogany cases feature smooth fine-grained wood, with tambour clocks at 16 inches wide and 2.30 inch? high, striking hour and half hour. Solid mahogany pieces strike the hour only at 8 movement, with prices from $6.50 to $27 and small one day clocks at $3.25 to $3.50.
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Novel soft chambrayedike fabric bloomer dress described
The description outlines a new soft chambrayedike cotton bloomers dress in pink blue or green. Features include pleated and gathered waist, slim belt with a fish at the back, white poplin embroidery, cuffs and pocket edges, and bloomers snapping to the waist to complete a unique full-length dress.
Peace Envoys Arrive in Paris Led by Count Appony
About 60 Hungarian peace delegates arrived in Paris by special train and were taken to Chateau Madrid in Neuilly for their stay. The report notes James T. Murphy of the city filed action in Superior Court to recover damages of 5000 under a common law count from Nolan Murphy, now of parts unknown.
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Chateau Madrid
Neuilly
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