America Sets Plan for Naval Armament Cuts at Conference
Geneva June 20 The United States proposes a supplementary treaty to Washington limits. It outlines class by class caps for cruisers destroyers submarines and an exempt category with transitional tonnage adjustments and age-based replacement for cruisers destroyers and subs. Nations would decide which ships to scrap to meet new limits.
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Geneva
Associated Press
United States
British Empire
Japan
Great Britain
Oder
Takes Corns Off In Three Minutes
A historical ad claims a quick corn removal method using a medicated solution and a protective kit. It promotes a fast process, promising relief within minutes and a simple home procedure. The offer cites low cost and broad availability, with a focus on consumer accessibility.
Gibson Pleads for Common Good Will at Arms Parley
At the Geneva naval arms conference the United States urged Britain and Japan to halt competitive shipbuilding and keep navies at peaceful levels. Hugh Gibson outlined Washington treaty principles and called for a universal extension to reduce armaments while stressing US defense needs and mutual good will.
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Washington
United States
Great Britain
Japan
Hugh Gibson
Firch
Coolidge
Ing
Tam
Gibson
Kellogg
Naval
France
Italy
Sis
Explorer Finds Tribes Living on Sour Milk Diet
Chicago dispatch reports Dr Ralph Linton leader of the Captain Marshall Field expedition to Madagascar notes Antandrou and Mahafaly tribesmen subsist largely on sow milk. He describes clothing soaking, wooden pillows, royal tomb ceremonies, gold jewelry, head trophies, and dangerous crocodiles in the Skalava mountains.
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Chicago
Aspociated Press
Madagascar
Ralph Linton
Captain Marshall Field
Feld Museum
Antandrou
Mahafaly
Linton
Kinga
Skalava
Vllages
di Linton
Caricatures in Paris Draw Gentle Blackmail Warning
Paris sketches fetch prices at the annual Hu mouistes exhibition. Some artists covertly sell caricatures of important figures who may destroy them after purchase to avoid exposure. If the model refuses the price, drawings are displayed.
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Paris
Justa
Display of Aurora Cone Decorations Opens
A new Display of Aurora Cone Decorations is ready for viewing on the second floor. The exhibit invites visitors to inspect the Summer booklet which details numerous uses for Aurora Cone on fabric glass leather metal and parchment. Free instructions are provided by the Art Department on the second floor.
Flowered five piece writing set offered for sale
Advertises a hand decorated five piece writing set including pad letter opener calendar ink well and blotter with floral designs suitable for desk display and gifting.
Gossard Corsets Advertises Youthful Silhouette Help
An advertisement touts a Gossard Front Laced Corset designed for a youthful figure near Gossard Corsets. It claims a Flesh Brocade fabric with a low or medium top, a smooth back fit, and front lacing to adjust to any figure, urging wise women to attune their silhouette.
Smart Toys for Tiny Tots
Tailored pique hats in white pink blue and pan accompanied by summerweight cotton shirts and bands priced from 50 cents to 1 50. A trained attendant in our Baby Shop on the second floor rear weighs infants and advises mothers at all times.
Rose Marie Semi-made Dresses in Lustrous Rayon
Lustrous rayon Rose Marie semi made dresses priced at 2.69 feature hand blocked borders with flower and foliage effects. Dress lengths convert to daytime frocks by sewing two seams and hemming, with border trimming neck sleeves and skirt. Sizes 34 to 34, main floor rear.
Art Crash Cretonne in breezy patterns
Fabric advertisement highlights Cretonne at 39c yd with gay silhouettes stripes and blocks on light ground. Describes use for curtains draperies couch pillow and hammock covers. Claims excellent quality and charm for Town or Country Home decor. PHIRD FLOUR.
Defiance Tires Sold Exclusively in Bridgeport at Howland's
Defiance tires, from a major U S manufacturer, are marketed as the best tire value with long mileage. The brand emphasizes heavy sturdy treads and strong inner construction, claiming superior performance.
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United States
Bridgeport
Howland’s
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America
Ted
Bridgeport, Connecticut
Howland
Vay
Rose-Marie
Crash Cretonne
Navy
Georgette Frod
Bucharest
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