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Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Jul 09, 1918

Page

12

Pershing Thanks Clemenceau for His Expressions

Paris July 8 Premier Clemenceau received a telegram from General Pershing commander of the American forces in France thanking him for cordial congratulations on the Fourth of July parade. Pershing said officers and soldiers who participated in the celebration preserve indelible memories of the welcoming display and will strive for greater endeavors in Franco American cooperation.

Paris Clemenceau General Pershing France Franco

Rebecca Wildon Towed Up Housatonic By Tug John Glen

The Rebecca Wildon a large two masted schooner carrying lumber was towed up the Housatonic River by the tug John Glen today. It aimed for Shelton and marks the first schooner in over a year to pass above the bridges. Clark Ta Alvord died Friday and his funeral was held at Riverton Place with Rev. Ernest C Carpenter officiating. Interment followed at Lakeview Cemetery Bridgeport with pallbearers George W Lacy Herbert M Booth Ernest J Phelps and Robert James serving.

Rebecca Wildon Housatonic John Glen Shelton Alvord Clark Ta Riverton Place

Formal Turnover of County Courthouse Completed

The county courthouse will be formally turned over to the county this morning by Tas hoe George W. Whinneler of the Supreme Court of Wirers, chairman of the building committee. Though the addition has been in use for a year, some office details remain, but the committee believes completion is near.

Tashoe George W. Whinneler The Supreme Court of Wirers

Motor Vehicles Bureau Takes in $100,000 in Fees

The Bridgeport office of the State Department of Motor Vehicles has collected over 100,000 since its establishment last December, according to a report issued yesterday by Inspector Thomas Cantor. In that time there have been

Motor Vehicles Bureau Bridgeport State Department of Motor Vehicles Homi Cantor Connor Motor Vehicle Office Ofelock

Sale ad for hats coats and accessories with price cuts

A dense sale notice lists Panama hats straw hats and trimmed dress hats with prices from $1 to $10 off prior levels. It advertises silk waists petticoats rain coats sweaters and furs with deep tomorrow only reductions and urges readers to visit the store today.

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Daily Fashion Hints and Auto Licenses Featured

Silks and satin designs showcase smart simplicity with dark blue silk and white satin trims. A second model in sand colored pongee uses gray satin trim and a sash. The piece notes licenses for jitneys motorcycles and inspections, with Inspector Connor testing operator licenses. Also mentions a stunt featuring Jane Novak and thrift stamps aiding the government.

Delft

Life Attitudes and Public Service in New York Fire Plans

The piece reflects on duty and character amid changing times, urging resolute action whether in church, art, or public life. It argues individuals must pursue a noble path, resisting misplaced pride, while noting New York plans a volunteer fire department and a future town figure may pose as a modern citizen.

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