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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Jul 03, 1922
Page
3
The Safety Institute of America warns about 130 deaths and 3,000 injuries from fireworks and firearms in U S Independence Day celebrations. It notes 14 years produced 1,332 deaths and 42,089 injuries, urging safer practices and specific firework safety tips for families and crowds.
The New York Athletic Club yachting division announces the 13th annual Block Island championship on Long Island Sound and the 17th annual sailing race. Start at noon near Huckleberry Island, course 100 nautical miles west harbor to Block Island. Heats split into classes by rating, with entries closed last Saturday.
A man calling himself John Carroll of 187 Litien Avenue was arrested for drunkenness and breach of the peace at Pleasure Beach. While being transported by ferry to the police cell, he twice jumped overboard, then on a third trip was bound with ropes to prevent another escape.
Arthur Doran of Greenwich lies in Greenwich Hospital in critical condition after a morning shooting from a revolver held by Alfred Briggs proprietor. Witnesses say a friendly bout led to the accidental discharge piercing Doran’s left side under the heart. Briggs was arrested, a former borough police member, with a recent liquor-concealing conviction. Doran was a driver for a laundry.
Community groups in Long Hill and nearby areas plan a busy weekend of meetings and entertainment. The Lens Hill Fire Co and local clubs discuss firehouse plans, awards, and the Fireman’s Carnival. Residents Abbott and family travel, while couples and guests gather at summer homes on Main Street Trumbull. The Trumbull A C baseball squad faces Nicholss and a fire department match heats up town pride despite mixed local sentiment.
Three raids were conducted Saturday night by the vice squad. William Allen, a bartender, was arrested for liquor law violations at a labour club, Seaview, and Connecth Knows. Miller ran part of a party, and Edward Dell was arrested after a liquor seizure. Rosie Rack faced a disorderly resort charge at 93 Stateshest. Benny Shenhosky was captured aboard the Florence after a concealed route escape attempt. he is charged with frequenting.
Louisville Ky AP reports a search for the grave of Abraham Lincoln's grandfather, linked to the namesake of the president. A church yard survey found no conclusive markers, with graves reportedly moved or covered by later cemetery redevelopment, leaving the ancestral site undetermined.
A blurry classified style list shows prices for various flag sizes. Entries mention 4x6 feet at 2.50, 6x9 feet at 6.75, 8x42 feet at 12.00, and other dimensions including 3x5, 6x9, 8x12 with varying costs. It appears to be a sale or advertisement from the Noor Center.
Sixteen button silk gloves with double finger tips in white pongee pobolink brown and grey priced at 1.50. Two clasp silk gloves with neat back stitching in black white beaver and mastic priced at 4. Main floor left center.
A sale description highlights white voile waists or over blouses with round collars to pair with jumper dresses or sweaters. Voile over blouses feature round low necks and short sleeves with lace trim, priced at $2. The store praises the versatile, holiday friendly assortment that suits any occasion.
The display offers slip on sweaters in pure white with fancy stitches and versatile colors. A tuxedo style is available in a refined weave, plus bright sport modes. Prices start at $2.95.
An advertisement lists Pointex heel footwear in black or white at $2.50 plus all pure silk hosiery with extra heavy heel and toe in grey nude black white or cordovan priced at $2.50 and $3 on the main floor.
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