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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Jun 11, 1920
Page
13
Eight men were arrested after a pursuit in Derby's business section on June 10. The suspects, all holding New York addresses, allegedly attacked and beat Alex Rintie of the Derby Fur Company and threatened to shoot John Monte. The chauffeur of their car was detained.
A meeting of Lodge No. 4, International Association of Machinists, reorganized, will be held at Pembers hall on Veth avenue tonight at 8 oclock. Dante Donova, organizer, will speak, and Victor Gauphier, executive board member from New York, is expected to attend.
The fiftieth annual reunion of the Masonic Veteran association of Connecticut will be held Thursday, June 4, with King Hiram lodge F and A M in Derby, site of the first reunion in 1871.
Neny Yoturk reports that a former Biltmore hotel clerk pleaded guilty to stealing about $359,000 in jewelry from Mrs Regina W. Millhiser while she stayed at the hotel. He initially claimed the items were given by a young woman but then admitted guilt as the case neared jury. Sentencing is set for June 22 with nearly all items recovered except about $36,000.
The Health Bulletin notes a dramatic rise in cancer deaths across Connecticut, showing over a 100 percent increase since 1315 and an approximate seven year gain near zero in the last seven years. It warns there are no preventive methods, urging early detection and proper treatment to reduce fatalities.
Flag day exercises will be held Sunday morning at 10 30 at St Johns Episcopal Church. Members of the following society attend the patriotic services Sons of the American Revolution Spanish War Veterans Veterans of Foreign Wars G A R Sons of Veterans and the American Legion.
The Connecticut Association of Insurance Agents will hold its midsummer session at Brooklawn Country Club Bridgeport next Tuesday. The meeting will begin shortly before noon with a luncheon served at 1 3 30 o'clock local time.
Exquisite lace and sheer white cotton nightgowns with round square or V necks, embroidered or plain, featuring hemstitched tops and Colado work. Envelope chemises combine filet mesh with Colado medallions, French laid work, and drawnwork. Built up shoulders appear on some styles. Prices range from $4.00 to $8.85 including war tax.
Lingerie suitable for gifts and trousseaux described with lace tops, Valenciennes insertions, satin ribbons, and shoulder straps. Prices range from 4.00 to 6.65 in various nainsook envelopes, empire organdie tops, and intricate trimming. Lingerie Shop, second floor.
Macfarlane Brothers sue Anna TL Townsend Brookline Massachusetts in Superior Court to set aside a deed and mortgage securing a 7631.98 loan. They claim $11,486.15 paid including interest and demand return of property deeded on Fairfield Avenue. defendant refuses.
Coroner Phelanomer completes inquiry into Vasily Urehanes of 7 Summer Street, stating no criminal negligence. Investigation shows Urehanes poured a mistakenly labeled cleaning cyanide solution into a drink at Konstantine Strok’s Railroad Avenue saloon, an act of self administration. The tobacco bill for England is reported at 350,000 pounds for the current year.
A local textile sale advertises a Friday morning event offering one thousand yards of silk for buyers. The notice highlights available stock and timing, inviting shoppers to attend and purchase premium fabric at the announced start time.
A buyer acquires a diverse bulk of fabrics including Crepe de Chine in several colors, Charmeuse in blues and browns, colored Messalines, Taffetas, Wash Satins, Printed Warp Taffeta, and Natural Shantung Pongee. Most fabrics retail at 1.98 a yard with lengths ranging from 2 to 45 yards.
The description highlights pale roses drooping vines and small patterns on light backgrounds as ideal for tranquil bedrooms. It invites city dwellers without gardens to create a cretonne garden inside a room. An extensive third floor display encourages visitors to view the full department.
Two durable freezer brands, White Mountain and Alaska, offer capacities from one to six quarts. Alaska priced around 3.25 to 3.75 dollars, White Mountain from 7.00 to 7.50 in basement listings.
An old newspaper ad lists Summer Toilet Dainties Acme Lotion for blemishes, Bath Soap Societe Hygienique 50c, Le Flocon de Neige puffs 3.38, Mon Bouquet sachet 1.30, Hazel Cream for sunburn 32c, all on the main floor.
The Theo Tie, a black satin slim shoe with a French heel, complements summer taffeta outfits. Also available are school records and commencement books, bound in tooled leather with hand tinted pages and artistic panels, priced from $2.00.
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