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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Jul 06, 1918
Page
3
Premier J. B. M. Botha of the Union of South Africa warns of serious unrest and says prompt military action saved the country from a grave disturbance. He cites threats to the constitution and enemy agents seeking to incite strife among Europeans and natives.
NEW YORK July 5 A man named David Nussenblatt is jailed on a charge of possessing stolen Adams Express securities and cash valued at 61 000. Police say the robbery occurred en route from New York to New Haven. Nussenblatt offered bonds for sale and claimed he found them in a hallway. The complaint is filed by Frank Sherwood, Adams Express agent. Bond set at 10 000 pending a Tuesday hearing.
John Lucas of 4 Orchard Street Adam Zow aski Solzi Muza and Michael ie dor of 24 Church Street were fined 35 dollars and costs after arraignment before Judge Bartlett in City Court yesterday morning for taking part in a free for all fight near Church and Pembroke streets late Thursday night.
Joseph Syracuse a jitney driver was fined 100 dollars and costs after arraignment before Judge Bartlett in City Court Syracuse appealed under bonds of 200 dollars He had been arrested less than a month earlier for disregarding a traffic officer order and fined 100 dollars with sentence suspended He was arrested on Fairfield avenue Thursday afternoon driving at 35 miles per hour according to police
DAYTON Ohio July Lieutenant John W Bradley 27 aviator at Wilbur Wright aviation school died today from injuries from a 56 feet fall with an airplane last Monday Cadet Fred Hargrave was with him in the machine at the time Bradley s mother arrived from Massachusetts to see her injured son but found him dead The body will be sent home tomorrow with military service at the field Held for Federal Action Toney Ruzas of New Canaan held for federal authorities under bonds of 1000 when arraigned in City court yesterday morning charged with speaking against the United States government He was arrested in the Atlantic hotel Thursday at the request of First Class Gunner s Mate S Benchoff He said he had a son fighting with German and would do likewise if in Europe
Three books on war life and warfare are highlighted. Life in a Tank by Richard Haigh MC recounts a commander’s front line experiences from the Somme to Arras and Ypres. The Fighting Fleets by Ralph D Paine surveys naval efforts of the British and French fleets. High Adventures by James Norman Hall shares air combat tales from a captured officer’s perspective.
The ad promotes expert manicuring and hair dressing, claiming skilled scalp and complexion improvement, attractive hands and nails, and child haircuts done with patience and sanitary care. It lists services including waves bangs curls wigs and switches with prices and fashion veils and veiled fabrics, centered in the shop’s upper floor display.
White canvas lace ups with light heel in French or military styles on sale from regular 4.00 to 3.25. White canvas opera pumps smooth and graceful with covered heels on sale 3.00 to 2.45. One strap white canvas pumps rubber sole 3.50 to 2.45. Dark tan calfskin Neolin sole rubber heel 6.50 to 5.50. Nearly every size available in each kind.
A sturdy 28 by 1 1/4 inch bicycle tire described as oil proof and long lasting is offered for $2.50. The ad notes it will fit any man or woman's bicycle and mentions its fourth floor display location.
An advertisement touts two sample wash suits for boys in sizes 3 to 8 priced 1.50 to 6.50 and blue serges for larger boys at 10.75. Features include middies, belted styles, white and color combos, Norfolk trench buckle and slashed pockets, all offered as durable, fast color fabrics front basement location.
Silk stockings, firm and good at $1.25, described as light durable pure silk with lisle top sole and heel. White or black options offered. Also advertised are Pretty Socks for little children in white with wool tops in dainty colors and patterns, 29 cents. Left aisle rear.
Hundreds of silk pieces offered at fifty cents each with many lengths near a yard. Stripes and plaids in rich colors and patterns, suitable for bags and dress trim. Also He Whoco olive oil imported from Nice, France priced for small quantities with varied sizes.
An advertisement describes a multi use kettle for canning with space for seven jars and a blanching basket, plus a large outer kettle for cooking ham stock and other foods. Also listed are food choppers four blades 90 cents preserving racks boiler for jars 65 cents to 85 cents jar rings and jelly glasses in regular size 40 cents per dozen.
It is a favorable moment to purchase blue serge suits as prices are near their low point and will likely rise next year. Blue serge remains scarce before becoming plentiful, so buy now while they are light, cool, serviceable, and in fashion. options from Hart Schaffner & Marx and Kuppenheimer, among others, on the Main floor rear.
A vivid description of fashionable collars and cuffs growing in beauty and variety. Organdy with net, silk, satin in pink, blue, green, lavender, Georgette crepe with embroidery and pleats showcase many textures and colors. Vestees of lawn and organdy appear ruffled and tucked. Center aisle, front.
Men require cool comfortable summer footwear and other sale items include Thermos lunch kits cups and assorted glassware. The store advertises regular oxford styles reduced to 3 75 with many sizes available dark brown or black calfskin and black vid kid. Also features Thermos kit cups and assorted glassware priced to clear.
Silk gloves for protection are described as having a nice appearance and are suited for summer wear. The advertisement notes pure white color, good weight, double-tipped fingers, and a price of $1, located at the center aisle rear.
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