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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Mar 03, 1923

Page

3

Norfield Grange Weston to Meet Friday

Norfield Grange of Weston will hold its regular meeting Friday in the Winston Town hall. A special winter meeting program is planned as the season ends. Community notes mention visitors Miss Helen Budd of New York and Miss Mary Foley of Good Hill Road. Local wood supply remains scarce with no coal in town, prompting reliance on wood and nearby towns for fuel.

Weston Mar Xeath Ridass Hight Norfield Grange Winston Town Norfield Helen Budd New York Osear Budd Prospect Street Frank Pirch Mary “Oley Good Hill Road Danbury Normal School David Coley Norfield Church L. J. Harris Irving Lock Wool Hillside Easton Herpert Pudry He Lowe Stamford Sarah Beers Puakrfield

Debella pleads guilty in bridgeport case

Michael Debella of Bridgeport changed his plea from not guilty to guilty in Criminal Superior Court on charges of keeping a house of ill fame at 469 471 Housatonic Avenue. He received six months in jail and a $100 fine with a concurrent six month count suspended after he left the area. The case paralleled Carmelo Damico, who was previously sentenced to not less than four nor more than eight years in state prison. The two cases involve Rambo's wife who has been placed in a tuberculosis sanatorium.

Michael Debella Bridge- Port Housatonic Avenue Debella Dld Carme Damico Rambo

Credit Men Here Elect Moore as New President

The Bridgeport Association of Credit Men elected a new slate for the ensuing year with George Ju. Moore of West Sole Bank as president, Arthur Macy of Raybestos Company as vice president, David McCarthy of Miner, Read & Tullock as treasurer, and R. A W. Maney of Cornwall & Patterson Mfg. Co. as secretary. The annual state convention is set for Bridgeport at the Frogden Country Club around mid May, with about 200 credit managers from Connecticut and other states expected to attend.

Bridgeport Association of Credit Men George Ju. Moore West Sole Bank Arthur Macy Raybestos Company David McCarthy Miner, Read &Tullock R. A W. Maney Connecticut A. H. Odell

Vehicle Department Reverts to Old Hours

The Motor Vehicle department will resume its prior office hours this week after a period of extended service. Officials say the change affects licensing operations and aims to restore standard access for 4000+ customers who faced delays during the late hours. Further details on exact times were not provided.

Stung Goring

Four Petitions for Divorce Filed on Friday

Four divorce petitions were filed in Superior Court on Friday. Teresa Kardos of Norwalk seeks divorce from James Kardos on grounds of intolerable cruelty. August Franklin of Bridgeport asks for a decree on grounds of desertion after leaving on August 20, 1919. Umberto Massaro of Bridgeport seeks divorce from Susie Massaro over alleged illicit relations spanning October 1921 to January 1925. Nora Hart Butterworth of Stratford sues Arthur Butterworth for intolerable cruelty and custody of four minor children.

Wen Teresa ‘Nardos Nora Hart Butterworth Stratford Arthur Butterworth Phas

Ansonia Finance Board Reviews Bond Measure

Ansonia officials favor a 400000 municipal improvement bond issue with a plan to split 200000 between Maple Street bridge school and highways. The finance committee and key local figures discussed the bill and approved a substitute that allocates 400000 in three parts.

Ansonia Finance Board Legsative John C. Mead F. M. McCarthy F. Lt. Drew John T. Wash Robert Adamson General Assembly Maple Street William J. Cook, Jr William J. Cook Division Sireet Parlato A S. Freedman Planfield N. J D. Cast

Patriotic Society Holds Annual Meeting for 1928-24

The United Patriotic Society should elect officers at its annual meeting Sunday at 3 p m in the Harry W Congdon post American Legion home on Golden H Street. Plans for Memorial day observances and related services at the high school auditorium are the main discussion topics.

United Fat Rcatic Society, Inc Harry W. Congdon American Legion Golden Hth Street

Siegel Named Defendant in Suit by First National Bank

In a civil complaint filed in Superior Court the First National Bank accuses Morris Siegel of Bridgeport now absent of an intent to defraud by conveying $50,000 in property via deeds dated December 237 Lane and January 16, 1923 to a third party. The bank also claims he owes $30,000 on notes made by his wife Fannie Siegel plus interest. The session featured 24 receivers on the short calendar before Civil Court.

Morris Siegel Bridgeport Lane First National Bank Fannie Siegel

Checker Tournament Opens in Main Lobby

The M C A will conduct an unchecked tournament in the main lobby. The public is cordially invited and all players are eligible to sign for the tournament. Pro entries must be at the Thamatin desk by 6 p.m. Saturday. A prize will be awarded to the winner.

M.C. A Wieht Une VY CL A Pro Ryviones Bank Thamatin

Tailored woolen suit sale ends March 3 at 60 clock

A limited offer sells dependable tailored suits in woolen patterns for 34.75 with guaranteed tailoring fit and satisfaction. Quick action required before store closes Saturday March 3.

Spring suit sale tempts boys with broad assortments

Attention boys and families prepare for Easter with a wide selection of boys and youth suits in tweeds and mixtures. Double service suits with two trouser sets promise longer wear, plus reefers for ages 4 to 10. Prices range from 7.50 to 18 dollars, sizes up to 18 years. Basement front.

Little Fellows

Kerchief Sale Includes Linen and Paisley Designs

Women's pure linen kerchiefs priced at 124c each, men’s all linen handkerchiefs with or without initials at 25c each. Full square neckerchiefs in Paisley or Persian designs at 1.75. Main floor right center.

Glove Display Offers Embroidered Chenille Gauntlets

Colorful glove selection listed with two clasp xid gloves in champaign tan brown white and embroidered backs. Chamoisette models in covert mode beaver sand with embroidered backs and strap wrist variants priced at 85c to $1. Main floor left center display.

Champiaigne

Toilet wares suggestions and prices listed

A catalog of toiletries and cosmetics with prices for toothpaste powders creams soaps and personal care items. Notable entries include Pebeco Colgate style toothpastes, Hind’s Honey Almond Cream Pond’s creams Mum powder and Woodbury’s soap with multi item deals and a main floor location note.

Squibb’s Woodbury’s Physicians and Surgeons Laco Castile Laco Gartside

Reasonably priced coats with varied lining and patterns

The ad touts tan and cocoa coated coats with plaids and big patch pockets. Coats are neatly tailored with diverse sleeve designs and linings, priced at 45 dollars, plus other rough fabric or camel colored options at 19.50 dollars. Second floor center.

Pretty new cotton waists and fabrics priced at two dollars

Pretty new cotton waists shown in blue tan orchid and pink feature fine lawns with tucks and front pleats. Madras woven fabrics corded dimities and cross bars are neatly tailored with subtle color touches signaling early spring. Priced at two dollars.

Snappy Girls Coats Offer Quality and Style at $10

Coats serviceable and good looking for girls aged 6 to 16. Tan and tweed coats feature patch pockets belts turn back cuffs and flapper collars with large buttons. Fine fabrics and tailored fit priced at ten dollars. Second floor rear.

Brassieres offered in three styles at 59 cents each

Sizing ranges from 32 to 46 with options including back bandeau and deep front designs. Details describe flesh colored material with elastic sides, back hook, and 0 hook front plain or embroidered muslin styles. Prices and choices listed for three styles at 59 cents.

Everfast Women’s Bloomers Offer Durable Color Varieties

Durable Everfast fabric bloomers priced at 1.95 feature double heimstitched ruffles in grey, black, blue, pink, orchid and honey dew. Garments stressed by boiling and heavy wear are described as nicely made, with emphasis on color retention and finish. Second Noor, rear.

Shoes and Oxfords for $6 by Howland

Men receive real value in Howland shoes and oxfords priced at six dollars. With 36 years of careful shoemaking and quality leathers, the offer promises comfort and service in various lasts. Customers are invited to view the selection at Slain Moor rear and enjoy the bargain.

Men’s ready-to-wear shirts and accessories on sale

Features include percale shirts cut full and well tailored in new stripes and checks for 1.00. Cotton flannel shirts in good weight for now 0.75. Medium weight cotton socks in grey brown and black 0.29. Knitted silk four in hands in bright colors 0.50. Main floor left front.

Seasonal hosiery and Spring undies offer

Seasonable hosiery and Spring undies advertised with women’s silk hose at $3, sport hose at 75 cents, children’s ribbed mercerized lisle hose in black, cordovan and white at 43 and 50 cents, and women's lisle vests at 35 cents each or three for $4. Main floor left rear.

Easter novelties and candy in assorted Easter items

Easter novelties now ready featuring rabbits chickens ducks carts and eggs to be filled with candy time assortment from 3 cents to 1 dollar. Chocolates and standing rabbits, chicks ducks eggs nests with chicks lavender and yellow tulips in chocolate pots and baskets with eggs. Basement center.

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