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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Jun 02, 1927
Page
5
The American Railway association reports freight loadings for the week ended May 21 at 1 016 903 cars, down 22 387 from the same week last year and 7 637 fewer than the prior week this year.
The Duke and Duchess of York were enthusiastically welcomed in Port Louis Mauritius as they return to England after visiting the Antipodes. The battleship Renown fired salutes from shore batteries, and the Governor and commander in chief of the East Indies station paid respects aboard before an official shore welcome.
Ripon England June 1 The town still appoints a horn blower who set the watch each night a custom begun before Alfred the Great and recorded as 31 thousand years old. The horn blower sounds a long mournful blast from the market square as the cathedral clock marks the hour and a challenger may try to out-blow the official.
An advertisement promotes Z B T as the sole positive preventive against urea irritation. It advises keeping crystals from body contact and offers Junior, Nursery, and De Luxe puffed varieties at 10.3c, 25c, and $1.00, made by Crystal Chemical Co. of New York under a physician's formula.
In Westport a 31 to 25 vote tabled amendments to April 21 beach ordinances aimed at the seasonal parking charge for residents and related parking limits. The meeting drew about 100 attendees with First Selectman Mansfeld and Town Prosecutor Bradley supporting the amendments, while opposition cited dissatisfaction with prior action and the season fee.
Colonel T J Murphy declared William A Arnold as a Republican mayoralty candidate after a late night meeting at the Post Office. Arnold hinted Kiwanis Club backing and said he would oppose Mayor Esherns for the GOP nomination. The latest candidate tally comes from the Eighth district amid unconfirmed Telegram despatches.
Ed ward Madeley of South Washington street received from the War Department a wedding ring formerly worn by his first wife and by his son Earl Madeley who was killed in France on July 21. The ring was taken at burial and had been in government custody since. The son died at Chateau Thierry and was buried at Belleau Wood. All other personal belongings were returned earlier.
Svend A A Russmusson and W A Klickoff piloting Detroiter No 2 landed on Mount Heater in New Hampshire near Lake Winnipesaukee. They spent the night with Horace Partridge and returned to retrieve the bag and basket avoiding rough terrain on foot. Salvaged gear loaded on a truck for Laconia and onward shipment planned.
Van Orman captures the international balloon race at Antwerp Belgium with aid from W. W. Morton, tying up a dramatic journey that saw the Goodyear craft face Atlantic fog and lightning. The final leg lists multiple entrants including U S Army and Navy balloons and Detroit Flying Club entries.
Charles Willard Helser executive vice president of the Miami Chamber of Commerce sent a letter to Mayor Beliuens yesterday thanking him for the courtesies extended Miami representatives on the Florida exposition train that stopped here several weeks ago.
Bargain notice lists navy and sand colored wool coat at $4.29 and dresses at $2.35 regular $2.95. Fabrics include foulard gingham broadcloth and dimities in long and short sleeve styles up to size 52. Lightweight serviceable fashion for spring wardrobes.
The notice describes pure silk above the knee hosiery with lisle tops and feet, offering service weight fabric in 417 colors. It emphasizes guaranteed perfection and fashionable detailing for refined wear.
Regular 50 cent hosiery offer includes girls rayon socks and boys golf socks in sizes 7 through 14. Stock features durable weave and varied colors for school wear and sports use.
Silkpongee chemises and step ins in natural shade with narrow lace trimming priced at $1.00, advertised as a bargain.
Georgette crepe de chine scarves and new squares in plain colors and prints priced at 1.98 to 2.95. Numerous pouch and under arm styles in combination leathers also 1.98 to 2.95. Regularly 2.95 items include waterproof covers for curved handles.
Women's gloves offered in French kid leather with novelty cuffs, priced from $1.50 noted to $2.05. Available in numerous colors and cuff variations, suitable for fashionable wear.
A special group of women’s raincoats offered in all colors features corduroy collars and takes fourteen dollars off the regular price. Limited stock noted as a sale item with reduced pricing.
Windsor, Ontario AP June 1 police revealed an alleged plan to kill Joseph Kevinsky, a Windsor millionaire, and kidnap his wife and daughter. Four suspects Hammond Holliater Detroit Frank Ward Arthur Lepage and Patrick O Shea were arrested after an inquiry began last Wednesday following a demand of 95000 to prevent deaths and the bombing of Kevinsky’s business.
A low priced fabric group offering washable linen 36 inches wide in assorted colors for summer frocks. Includes natural pongee vests and matching step-ins with lace trims. Dimities voiles organ dies fabrics in sizes 2 to 6, some with pantees. Broad cloths and plain colors included.
A sale offer features new hand bags at 2.98 valued to 4.95 in genuine leather, pouch and envelope styles. Swami cloth items cost 0.79 with misses sizes available, and silk costume slips priced 2.95 from a 3.95 regular.
Handmade gowns offered in regular sizes with values up to 1.35. Each gown is fully hand embroidered and presented in white and assorted colors for selection.
An advertised sale showcases chemises and slips priced at $2.45, down from regularly $2.95. The assortment features crepe de chine fabrics with lace trim and tailored fits, emphasizing value and style.
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