Urge Every Man Entering Service Take Insurance
Government urges navy applicants and draft entrants to obtain government life insurance as German submarine activity halts normal recruiting. Secretary McAdoo orders all American shipowners to insure officers and crews of vessels trading in Atlantic and Gulf waters, with rates from half a cent to 15 cents per $100 depending on voyage.
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Navy
Naval Branch
McAdoo
Atlantic
Gulf
Africa
Treasury Department
Bridgeport Jury Lists Total 162 Names for Autumn Duty
Bridgeport and county juries will include 162 names for autumn or winter service as Jury Commissioners filed lists with Clerk Tracy of the Superior Court. County totals show Brookfield 42 Danbury 102 Darien 48 Easton 48 Fairfield 108 Greenwich 26 Monroe 48 New Canaan 84 New Fairfield 36 Newtown 102 Norwalk 120 Redding 54 Ridgefield 22 Shelton 54 Sherman 36 Stamford 126 Stratford 65 Trumbull 42 Westport 84 Weston 36 Wilton MARNE SINKS U-BOAT BONDON July 22 British destroyer Maine sinks a German submarine per official British Admiralty statement.
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Brookfield
Danbury
Darien
Easton
Fairfield
Greenwich
Monroe
New Canaan
New Fairfield
Newtown
Norwalk
Redding
Ridgefield
Shelton
Sherman
Stamford
Stratford
Trumbull
Westport
Weston
Wilton
Beans Bread and Coffee Manna to Private McKenna
Private Philip J. McKenna of the 4th company Sixth Regiment Eccondt Division writes from Somewhere in France about trench life and rations. He describes sleeping in a feather bed, a meal of beans bread and coffee, and news from home finally arriving, while praising Marines and noting his family back in Maryland. He enlisted in 1917, trained at Parris Island and Quantico, and sailed for France in time for March 26 arrival.
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Philip J. McKenna
Sixth Regiment
Eccondt
Mars
John McKenna
Norman Street
McKenna
France
Henry
U. S
Marines
Paria Isle
S. C
Quantico
Melsienna
Waeast End
Crane Valve Company
James McKennan
Ty. S. Navy
Indian Blead Proving Grounds
Indian Head
Fashion ad notes lawn fabrics and embroidery detail
Describes a left aisle front display of lawn fabrics in delicate tints and various sizes of check patterns. Highlights fine lines of contrasting colors, a tasteful flat collar, and narrow embroidery. Mentions second floor display and a price cue of 98c.
Bargain Bungalow Dresses At $1.45 In Summer Styles
Folky checks and plaids with belt backs and elastic waists offer versatile home wear. Lightweight taffeta options in blue or black provide durability and refined appearance, priced far below usual figures. Dresses advertised for casual home tasks or morning wear, with several sleeve lengths and belted fits.
Billie Burke Dresses At Mill End Prices
Advertisement notes Billie Burke dresses priced one dollar above Mill End values. Describes typical Billie Burke model with loose yet attractive fit, white collar and cuffs. Fabrics include chambray, gingham, and saisette in striped versions, priced at $2.65 second floor.
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Billie Burkes
Billie Burke
Dainty underwear sale recap from a seasonal stockroom haul
An informal notice describes a large assortment of lingerie and nightwear from a friend’s stockroom. Items include slipovers, long sleeve gowns, and camisoles with embroidery and ribbon details. Prices range from about $1.15 to $2.50, with regulars listed as 696. The tone advertises quality odds and ends at season’s end.
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War and Navy Dept
Rockies
Bridgeport
Marne
Bondon
Maine
Admiralty
Hawley Opticians
Main St
New Haven
Illette Cated
Bridgeporter
Hiowland
Colt
Axminster
Art Cretonne
Lacy
Noor
W A Rogers
Main Street
Gillette
U.S
G. W. Fairchild & Sons, Inc
Arcade Corner
Ital
Chemie
Chambray
Gingham
Soisette
THE
Howland Dry Goods Company
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