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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Jul 02, 1920
Page
3
A fragmentary wire report mentions Inger leading in North Dakota with late updates and references to Governor Waster. It hints at science themes and various meters. The text is garbled and hard to interpret but indicates ongoing coverage of a political or scientific story with regional details.
A Bridgeport man William Taylor of 1088 Kossuth Street credits CINOT with ending his digestive troubles. He says prior to CINOT he suffered gas belching and sour stomach nightly, needing pills and salts, and could not eat regularly. After trying CINOT he reports relief and plans to continue use, with local druggists carrying the product.
Prices of milk increased yesterday with grade milk at 16 cents per quart instead of prior levels. A committee led by Ralph T Beers indicated the price rise, noting the schedule lists quart costs for various dairy products including pork and butter.
Washington July 1 ten officials of the inter nesee commission and the shinning board denied rumors that an embargo on coal exports is contemplated. They said no such action is planned and cited wartime shipping priorities and a June 12 service order. Congress would need specific legislation before any embargo could be enforced.
Sugar prices drop to nine cents as packers and canners secure shipments amid limited stock. Industry notes claim shipments range up to six thousand pounds, with Chicago firms rounding out purchases and inventories.
Yesterday morning at 6 o clock a jitney bus overturned on Sarne Quanne street injuring eight people. Lester Stowe of 176 Willing Street was the only passenger seriously hurt and was taken to the hospital with second degree burns on his hands and head from the heated radiator.
Fragmentary history from July reports notes Bolshevik repulses at Berez river, German finance talks, train bombing in Armendariz, Dublin gunfire, food riots and police injuries, a Baptist minister barred from a union meeting, Puddlers strike in Girard, order cancellations by President Woodward, a bandit conviction in Plymouth, and Bijur Motor plant layoffs and a machinist strike.
Sir Robert Borden, Canada's premier, announced at a general caucus that he will retire from public life. The statement was delivered amid unionist discussions in Ottawa today.
Summer dresses for girls feature new voile and organdy fabrics in plain colors and pretty patterns. Paneled designs trimmed with folds and long sashes, available in light and dark voiles and organdies. Sizes 12 to 16 priced from $10.50 to $18 on the second floor.
Advertisement notes beautiful mastic and pongee silk gloves in two shades with enhanced luster. Pongee presents a golden glow, fine silk in 16 button length priced at 3.30 dollars and other white silk options range from 2.25 to 2.75 dollars. Center aisle rear.
Boys’ coolest wash suits offered in plain blue or green with white shield and collar. Front button, belt, patch pockets. Shield removable in heat. Priced at $3, available in front basement.
All men who value beauty and value are invited to choose from a special lot of silk shirts priced at $6.85. The shirts are described as beautiful and sturdy with striking stripes and in pure white or jersey weave, claimed to be worth $10 to $12.
See cooker cook without fire as ideal domestic science appliances prove their usefulness this week. Thursday meals include roast pork and brown potatoes, layer cake and biscuits. Friday features apple pudding, bread, and rolls. Saturday roasted chicken and ice cream. Several models like No 11, No 13, and No 17 with varying kettles and compartments are priced from 21.60 to 63.00.
Test Miro-Dena toilet wares described as helpful and delightful with perfume. Lists various items and prices such as talcum, cold creams, soap, powders, and cosmetics, interspersed with misspellings and unclear text. Mentions perfumes and soothing effects, suggesting a catalog-like display in a historical ad style.
A catalog of hats priced at 5 dollars and under showcases white panama peanut braid sport hats at 2.50, ribbon hats at 3.50, 4 and 5, with white and colored Georgette, black net, and satin trims. Colors include blue, rose, pink, jade, orchid, often with white accents. Sailor styles in white and black with white facing feature among offerings.
A catalog notes Nu lace and Art Marquisette in white cream and Arabian hues with Madras figures. Colored blue or pink patterns create delightful effects. New reversible Cretonnes, extra heavy weight for portieres and furniture covers, plus cool linen couch covers. Serim curtains and Dutch valances, hem stitched with narrow edging. Green or white shades on spring rollers, 36 by 72 inches, third floor.
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