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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Mar 01, 1924

Page

3

Double Beach Bathhouses Rent to Boost Town Revenue

A joint meeting of the selectmen Lom po Beach committee and Women’s Town Improvement Association approved doubling bathhouse rentals and adding parking charges to fund a self supporting shore. Out of town motorists pay 50 cents daily, one dollar for beach parking, while residents get free passes. The plan includes leasing the pavilion to the Women’s Town Improvement Association and charging a park fee to non residents. The proposal will be presented at a public hearing for town approval.

Pues Tae Lompo Beach Tin Women’s Town Improvement Se Anid Prisleges Womens Iseocia Jon Akldist Slooo Comre Beach Bisengang Charrée Mar of the Passion Stollay

Woman Injured as Car OvertURNS in Midford Crash

A car crash at a Midford curve injures a woman and causes one vehicle to overturn. The drivers escaped serious harm. Ridolfi was arrested on reckless driving charges and set for town court Monday.

Midford Waterville Grinnal Sytin Co Holpehe

Retires Charles N Winsom From U S Government Service

Charles N Winsom of 87 Wood Avenue retires after 2 long tenure years with the United States government. He served on a rural route delivering mail and has been praised by Post Office officials for reliability and steady service despite harsh winter weather and challenging routes.

Charles N. Winsom Wood Avenue United States Mudgeomt Tasun Ant Trumbutt Wiksem Winsent Ghiles F Greene Chan

Speeding Derby man crashes in Stratford then flees

Sanford Lawton of 180 Crescent Ave Long Meadow Mass fled after striking a trolley passenger and speeding onto the sidewalk near St Michael Cemetery in Stratford. His car crashed into a cemetery fence, then drove away before being stopped in Derby. He faced reckless driving and license charges, released on $100 bond for Monday court.

Tarallord St Michael A Cemetery Stratford Sanford Lawton Cresent Long Meadow Massachusetts Lawton Massachussets Stratford Pyce Derby Turnpike William Nichols Derby Derby Panton Ben Smith

Prohibition Meet Promised in Danbury March First

Danbury announces a prohibition institute at the Danbury Methodist Church on Wednesday March 1 with cooperation from other city churches. Ten institutes will be held across Connecticut in March in cities including Putnam Ansonia Norwalk Port … New Britain Waterbury South Norwalk and Stamford with Rev H H Richards and Dr Small as speakers.

Danbury H H Richards Danbury Methodist Episcopal Church Methodist Church Connecticut Putnam Ansonia Norwien Rochvill Porrington New Britain Wallmeford South Norwalk Stamford de Samoml Danbuts Small President Wilson Atlanta Gro Fm

Wilton Forbears In Local Legal Note

Special to the Telegram reports attorney Wilton J Lambert cited as chief counsel in the McLean Teapot Dome inquiry lineage traced to Wilton Kent England. A separate note mentions a Parent Teacher Association meeting at 3 PM tomorrow at the school house to discuss safeguarding children on a dangerous grade crossing near the Gidslacre Bridge.

Norwalk Feday Wilton J Lambert Edward N McLean Neghboring Wwilton Lambert David Lambert Wilton Kent Wiltshire Eregland iSdemaen Gidslacre Parent-Teachers Association

New D. S. spring suits at Howlands

Say men the new D S suits are English cut sack styles with flexible fit and pressed extra trousers. Howlands showcases spring models in grey tan pincel stripe and mixtures at $35 on main floor.

D. S Howlands Howland

Distinctive tailored suits for young girls attract buyers

Elegant two and three piece outfits feature tricotine and Poiret twills with silk braid trims. Jackets may use checked fabric or silk, skirts often in contrast colors. For girls up to 14, the bright designs appeal to both girls and mothers, with prices from 8.50 to 12.50.

Exclusive hats showcase new millinery designs

Women admire the varied styles and fresh arrivals shown daily direct from makers. Hats feature combinations of silk ribbon and fancy detailing in colorful designs with appealing prices. One notable display today is priced with floor displays and special bargains.

Cme Lagal Milan

New Spring Mens Hats and Neckties Debut

Men's new spring hats feature flattened brims and conservative shapes in soft light felt at 3.45. Silk and wool ties appear in four in hand with new stripes and patterns in heavy silks. Chen silk four in hands reversible and sturdy priced at 1 mom from (currency unclear).

Harming new overblouses two dollar sale note

Light tan voile and matching slip on blouse with round collar and embroidery. Dainty ruffle detail runs down the front and around the collar. White regulation waists with high collars and ties in demand, in sizes 36 to 44, price two dollars. Second floor rear.

Corsets Lead The Youthful Mode In A New Season

New corset models emphasize a flat boyish silhouette with topless fronts and elastic waist inset. Fabrics include broche brocade and satin with diaphragm options for fuller figures, and experts offer fittings and personalized advice.

Tailored suits for women in smart mannish style

A local shop promotes tailored women’s suits featuring hairline stripe cloth in black and navy. Coats range from short to mid length with vests or silk bindings, crepe de chine linings, and double breasted options. Skirts prioritize comfort and practicality with prices at 35, 45, and 50 dollars. Second floor center.

Hosiery patent feature aids wear in ball of foot

A new Way-New foot design extends the fabric over the prominent ball joints to cover the entire ball of the foot reducing friction inside shoes. The feature remains invisible when worn with low pumps and is highlighted alongside Wayne knit stock styles and prices for women and children.

Wayne

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