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Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Jun 18, 1921

Page

3

Bishop Divorce Hearing Set For Tuesday Morning

Judge D. P. Kellogg of the Superior Court will hear the divorce action of Bianca West Bishop against William D. Bishop in open court Tuesday morning. Infidelity is charged by Mrs. Bishop. alimony disputes dominate the proceedings while income is listed at 4700 dollars yearly.

Diohn P. Kellogg Superior Court Bianca West ,Bishop William D. Bishop New Haven Kellers Bishop I. B. Kirin Pihr Lucy West

British Premiers Likely to Avoid Irish Question Talks

London June 1. Canadian Press reports that British dominion premiers are unlikely to agree to discuss the Irish question at the imperial conference. Jan Smuts of South Africa may favor a discussion, but other dominion representatives oppose handling the issue.

London Jan Smuts Union of South Africa

Fifty Million Loan Arranged for Cattle Industry

New York June 17 arrangements for a fifty million dollar loan to the cattle industry were expected to be completed at a meeting of about twenty five observers from the east and west. The conference aimed to make the fund available immediately with roughly twenty five million to come from New York banks. A further fire fight to be raised among banks in Chicago St Louis Kansas City and other western cities was noted.

New York Chicago St. Louis Kansas City

Summer home destroyed by fire in Hamburg

In Hamburg Conn on June 17 fire destroyed a large summer residence of Mr Schider just after the owner and family left for Hartford. Neighbors with a gasoline pump saved the 350000 new residence nearing completion. Contractor Edward Laplace, rebuilder, lost tools valued at 500.

Hamburg. Conn Schider Hartford Edward Laplace

Toy balloons deemed fire hazard by New York officials

New York officials announced toy balconies are a fire hazard after chemical tests showed they could explode with a cigarette flame. The fire department said a blaze could follow near lace curtains and proposed an ordinance to bar sale of the toys would be sent to the board of aldermen.

New York Board of Aldermen

Chemists oppose Volstead Bill on chemical industry rules

The American Chemical Society protested to House Rules Chairman Campbell against the Volstead supplemental prohibition bill. It argued the measure would impose many restrictions on legitimate chemical drug and food industries and said medical use of beer was not a concern.

Washington American Chemical Society Campbell House Rules Committee

DIVER DROWNS WHEN HELMET LOOSENED IN SAFETY TEST

Sault Ste Marie report says Damon S. Godfrey of the city died 25 feet under water when his diving helmet loosened water seeped in and his suit filled. Tangled lines showed he could not signal his partner as his body was recovered. Also note: the anti saloon league thanked President Harding for Roy Haines of Ohio being named prohibition leader by Wayne Wheeler and James A. White.

Sault Sth Marie Ont Damon S. Godfrey Washington Anti-Saloon League Roy Haines Ohio Harding Wayne Wheeler League James A. White

Garment descriptions list colorful organdy gowns and robes

The text catalogs fluttering organdy fabrics and robes priced per yard, with colors including jade rose blue and orchid, and names styles such as Peter Pan vestees with lace trims. Center aisle main floor.

Copenhagen

Bargain Glove Sale Targets Women With Small Hands

A local feature promotes silk gloves in black and white chamoisette for women with slender hands. Highlights include regular short models in sizes 5?4 and 6, with emphasis on quality, value, and display in the center aisle at the rear.

Fashionable Hosiery And Shoes On Summer Sale

Light firm silk stockings priced at 1.50 feature lisle garter tops and durable lisle soles for extra wear. Drop stitch stockings in lisle with effective patterns and summer weight. mock seam and double sole. Black, cordovan, Russian calf shoes at 1.50 to 10.00 with various toes and stitched comfort. men’s brown kid oxfords and black kid bluchers priced 7.50 to 8.00.

Sexton Union

Fibre silk sweaters described with vivid colors and fringe

A brief catalog note touts fibre silk sweaters with tomato and peacock colors that hash with life and beauty. It highlights rich fringe at the bottom and from short sleeves, praising the splendid luster that brightens their appeal. Price listed as $7.50 on the second floor.

Taste of Dartmouth chocolates in Bridgeport

New price 48c. Delicious chocolate from Vermont with cream nut and fruit centers. Eight varieties offered with smooth coating and rich flavor. Displayed in the front basement for tasting.

Dartmouth Vermont Bridgeport

Briarcliffe Club Scene Repeats Across Aisles

Briarcliffe clubs return to prominence as activity centers shift to the right aisle on the front of the second floor. The note suggests a continued routine or event, indicating sustained engagement in the Briarcliffe community.

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