Descendant of Ben Franklin in court Norwalk
Benjamin Franklin Stevens, claiming lineage to the founding father, was arraigned in Norwalk’s Polls court for alleged disturbance aboard his houseboat Dove. Attorney John Cuneo argued, and Judge Gandee remitted most fines, leaving $1.25 outstanding while Stevens refused to pay the remaining amount.
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Norwalk
Benjamin Franklin Stevens
Ben
Dove
John Cuneo
Stevens
Gandee
Stratford 10 Remodel Home Of New Engine
Stratford's new July 7 C Specialy pumping engine arrives at No 1 fire house in the Center area. The front doorway alteration will allow the engine to pass in and out safely. doors will be moved and rehung to provide clearance. Council to discuss curb gutter lines street grates and sidewalk work at Monday meeting. routine business expected.
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Stratford
Evertt
Counel
Twelve Squor Violators Fined In Derby Court
Derby July 7 Twelve violators of the buoy law from raids by local and state police were fined by Judge Baldwin in the Town court. Names include Ludwig Horsnogsueg, Joseph Tupurske, Ignatz Bajor, John Goomen, Ray Simmons, M. Lombardi, Sam Connors, Louis Celene, J. Gequinte, Michael Leary, Frank Imperata, and Joseph Kluck with fines ranging from 200 to 3200. Charles Kluck’s arrest ended with health incidents and injuries during confinement. Personal notes mention staff moves, weddings, travel, and local events across Derby Globe items.
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Derby
Baldwin
Joseph Kluck
Ludwig Horsnogsueg
Joseph Tupurske
Ignatz Bajor
John Goomen
Ray Simmons
M. Lombardi
Sam Connors
Louis Celene
J. Gequinte
Michael Leary
Frank Imperata
Doctor Warns Campers To Avoid Contaminated Water
Dr William H Coon warned hikers and campers to avoid milk and water in the country due to typhoid fever fears spreading in several cities. New Haven leads in cases as authorities probe sources of the outbreak. He urged frequent bathing and to avoid clams from flats touched by high tide sewerage.
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Willam H. Coon
New Haven
Fur presser shoots ex employer and self in Brooklyn
Joan Stengel, a fur presser once employed by Emanuel Varpara of Brooklyn, shot Varpara and then killed himself in the Dreaat. Both Varpara and the other man were hospitalized in serious condition. Stengel was arrested at the hospital facing felonious weapon charges after a quarrel that led to his discharge.
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New York
Joan Stengel
Emanuel Varpara
Brooklyn
Varpara
Ghot
Stengel
Wasaall
Solid comfort bathing suits ad on second floor rear
The notice promotes a range of bathing suits described as solidly comfortable, with wool jersey one piece suits, dark and bright colors, knitted options, and matching caps and socks. Prices include $7.50 for selected wool jerseys, with gingham and other knitted styles offered at lower or higher prices. Second floor rear display.
Satine Bathing Shoes and Pumps Listing
A catalog line presents Satine bathing oxfords in black blue and purple at 79c and Satine bathing pumps Stack in blue and purple at 89c. Gingham bathing pumps in blue or green at 4.25 dollars. High bathing shoes of Satine in black blue or purple at 1.25 dollars. Satine bathing shoes high Mutn flos.
Bathing Shoes and Keds Prices Across Colors
Catalog lists bathing shoes in black blue green red and purple at 1.25 dollars. Latino bathing pumps in same colors at 1.50. High white bathing Keds with rubber soles 1.65. Low black and white bathing Keds 1.35. Misses and children's low white bathing Keds 1.15 to 4.35. Pears.
Women’s hats capture summery seaside style
A short story showcases the season’s newest hats for summer wear. Soft rolling brims promise comfort and shape, with tucked white crowns or reversed colors. Jaunty taffeta crowns feature basket weave rims, while a wide brim straw hat is embroidered in blue, periwinkle, sand, and white, priced at $2.95 on the second floor front.
Colorful bathing caps and hats on sale
A department display offers bathing caps in bright and subdued colors, including shapes with scarf trimmings and floral accents. Caps made of rubber on the Main floor shine in water. Prices run 19 cents for tight caps, rising to about 1.50 dollars for more elaborate hats left conlec.
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Conlec
Tweed Norfolks for boys double service suits
Boys ages 8 to 17 can buy tweed Norfolk style suits with two pairs of trousers in gray green or tan. Coats feature an inverted back pleat and belt all around. mohair lining, trousers lined. Price 8.90. Baxement front.
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Norfolk
White cotton blouses with sheer fabric on sale
All white blouses and matching overblouses in white dimities and voiles feature round necks for jumpers and V necklines with long and short sleeves. Some are lace trimmed. Priced at $2. Located on the second floor rear.
Old Town Sponson Canoes For Sale At $82
In the advertisement a canoe brand Old Town Sponson is highlighted for salt water paddling with price $82. Various options include maroon or green colors, back rests, paddles from $1.73 to $2.25, and folding slat chair at $2.25. The notice mentions other Old Town canoes available on the fourth floor front.
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Sponson
Old Town
Hosiery and underwear for warm days sale ad
Children mercerized tisle socks and fancy bright striped cuffs with elastic bands, sizes 6 to 9½, 39c. Children three quarter socks in English rib, black white cordovan navy sizes 7 to 9½, 35c. Women summer weight vests and bodices with beaded top and ribbon straps from 25c to 29c. Children's summer vests 2 to 16 yrs 19c. Girls bloomer union suits 4 to 12 yrs 75c. Silk hose for women $1.95. Main floor left center.
Tropical vacation suits for men in light fabrics
Vacation time suits for men feature air-o-weaves and tropical mohairs in light, dark, and medium shades. Plain, golf, and double breasted styles are offered in sizes 34 regular to 50 stout, priced from 15 to 25 dollars on the main floor rear.
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Ford
Kuppenheimer
Brand New Arrivals in Men's Straws at $1.59
New stock of men s straws featuring Sennits plain or fancy bleached or unbleached designs. Includes best quality styles with stylish kinks for added satisfaction. Priced at $1.59, main floor rear.
Small needfuls for the men at the store card
Small needfuls for the men offer balbriggan underwear shirts and drawers at 39 cents, athletic union suits in white nainsook at 85 cents, washable four in hands with striped embroidery at 35 cents, fine risle socks with reinforced sole at 35 cents, located on the main floor right front.
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Nn Athletic Union
Khaki pants pitched as durable for gardening work
An advertisement touts khaki pants as ideal knockabout wear for gardening and hard use. Priced at $1.50 per pair, the copy emphasizes practical, sturdy attire with little sentiment attached.
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Exrexm
Wi Anne
Brasziers
Boy
Shel’ Ton
Ansonia News Notes
Charities
Kennedy
Ando
Trey
Louise Surford
Hooeic Falls
God
John McKansie
Bante Street
Esther
Thamas O'Dell
John O'Dell
Alfred — Sherwood
AlMeck
George Bills
Canada
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Derby Avenue
Shelton Scannings
Shelton Theatre
F. Morehouse
Howard Reffelt
Camp Irving
O. J. Bell
Shelton Loomy
Kay
New York City
K. of C. Hall
George F. Clark
Providence
Cape Cod
Anaonia
Mortimer Norton
Meadow Street
Ferrel, Foundry & Machine Company
Griffin Hospital
Charles Brooker
American Brass Company
John A. Coe
Alton Farrel
John A. Ryan
Carlos Ryan
C. ¥. Kelley
Anaconda Company
Montana
Anaconda
Catherine Flynn
Ella Flyon
Ciifton Avenue
Eleanor
Myrtle Beach
Wiliam Kingston
University of Georgetown
Fly
May Parsons
Ansonia
Told, Housatonic
Harold Hastewood
Red Holbrook Jr
Glendon
DR. Coon
FUR Presser
Bridg
ePort
Tjowland
Tweed Norfolks
Eother
Wall ST
Alc
Jersey
St.oppers
Sunkist Oranges Doz
Oxnard
Stratfield
Ila Best
Tratfield Hotel
Cantyviell, Mor
Tinhley Roe
Hawkes &——Co
the Expert Engraving CO
Aringrort
Rodes
Francine Srb
ODE Street
Post and Telegram
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