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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Jul 19, 1918
Page
3
Financial reports say City National Bank plans to move into the lower floor of its new Star-Merchant or Mariana Bank building during remodels. Occupancy of temporary quarters is denied, with leases delaying action and officials undecided on timing.
Probate court appointed commissioners to hear Julius Texiny’s claim against the late George Tesiny’s estate filed a report recommending a $300 allowance. Texiny had claimed $680, insisting he advanced that amount to his father, who ran a fur business in the city before moving to Easton.
An old advertisement touts Othine double strength for removing freckles. It claims three homely spots fade with nightly and morning use and guarantees money back if it fails, urging readers to ask for the double strength.
Prices edge up on peaches with Libertas crates at 3.75 for 24 quarts. Georgia growers seek 2.75 to 3 per crate F.O.B. Georgia. Berries scarce and season near end. Rare items include raspberries and blackberries. blueberries plentiful but limited. Various fruits and vegetables listed with regional prices. consumers may pay 15 to 30 percent above quoted due to retail costs.
Licenses are being reduced ahead of autumn renewals with 15 licenses already discontinued citywide. Bridgeport shows 821 retail licenses, six to seven below average, with two or three unused and not renewed. Danbury Norwalk Stamford and Greenwich report numerous likely discontinued licenses due to poor business, reducing revenue for county state and cities sharing the proceeds.
There is one reason to spend at the Mill End Sale you save money. Officials and branches urge economy while shoppers seek eco nomical options. Thousands of men and women are visiting, and you should come too for big savings opportunities.
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