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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Jun 20, 1922
Page
3
An old advertisement touts TIL and TIZ as cures for aching swollen and sore feet. It claims a foot soak relieves bunions corns and calluses and promises dramatic comfort and improved shoe fit after use. A box costs only a few cents.
Monroe graded schools held closing exercises Wednesday evening in the school building. Supt. Frank Johnston addressed the classes. The program included songs, recitations, violin selections, folk dances, essays, and the presentation of diplomas. Members of Grade Eight listed include Sylvig, Horwitz, Catherine E Curtiss, Mabel E Pettit, Alice Botsford, Myrtle Gisner, John Tulane, Sherman Corning, Raymond Keiser, Isadore Loss, Edith Stowe, and Mary Marino.
Judge William M. Matthie sentenced Becker Kraut and Kiviat to nine to ten years in state prison for robbing a Connecticut payroll box amid a May 24 ambush. The case involved a Bridgeport and Stratford police effort, a car chase, and the death of a bystander struck by a bullet. The judge urged harsher punishment for crimes using automobiles, noting the death and the need deterrence.
Stratford officials anticipate recall vote expenses under 81 dollars with only six voting precincts. Councilman William Sarmis argued the price drops due to reduced polling areas and ballot handling costs, noting previous elections cost about 5 thousand dollars with nine districts voting. A public hearing will be held at the town hall to address sidewalk level concerns from affected property owners on Oak Street and adjacent roads.
The piece discusses suspects connected to crimes in New York and Connecticut, debating deterrence and appropriate punishment. It notes courts and a nineteen to twenty one year range, with focus on balancing penalties and individual circumstances.
The clean factory and organized work reflect quality in children's underwear and sleeping garments. A special jeans sewing step reduces seams for comfort. Knitted wash cloths and infants wear in cotton and morino offer various prices from 15c to 75c and beyond. Exhibit on Fairfield Avenue Main floor sale aisle.
Government inventory lists heavy canvas hammocks in size 41 by 72 inches. Each unit features 12 grommets at each end with two crews and two jack stays, priced at 1.50 dollars each. Product originates from No 1 white canvas and reflects official government sourcing.
A fresh shipment of tissue ginghams showcases colors, large checks, small dainty patterns, and pretty plaids. The fabrics feature a soft finish and lustrous look with appeal in coloring. Prices run 45c 69c and 75c per yard with a 45c yard special assortment on the main floor rear.
Dainty voile waists display cool, sheer fabrics highlighted by Irish crochet and finer lace trims. Designs include square and V necklines with long or short sleeves, many with ruffles or simpler lines, priced at 3 dollars. Second floor, rear.
An old newspaper ad promotes Polly Brewster books by Lillian and Elizabeth Roy for girls aged 10 to 15 at 50 cents each. It lists Polly in New York and Polly's business venture, plus Pee-Wee Harris camp and adventure volumes. Also advertised are Tom Swift and Bunny Brown volumes at 50 cents each with locations at Fairfield Ave.
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