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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Mar 08, 1918
Page
2
Washington March 7 the department of labor formally announced the transfer of the Ellis Island immigration station to the army and navy for shelter of wounded soldiers and sailors.
Southport plans a war rally for next month at the Pequot library hall under J Nelson Hutchenson music direction with out of town speakers invited. Also notes surgical dressing meetings, furlough news from Sgt Henry Sherwood and local civic notices about road demonstrations and home improvements.
The prosecution in the trial of 40 enlisted men of the 24th infantry, all African American, before a court martial at Fort Sam Houston, Houston, for crimes on the night of August 23 last, virtually completed its case. The court adjourned until Monday to allow defense counsel to prepare. The trial stems from the riot in the Third battalion of the 24th in Houston, in which several people were killed. Also reported, Stanley V. Mastbaum, a motion picture industry executive, died in Philadelphia at 37 after seven weeks of illness from blood poisoning following tonsillitis.
Economy tightens, but these shoes remain available at $5. Deep gray or black kid vamp, light gray cloth top, French or military heels, 9-inch height. Limited sizes, small stock,Main floor rear, act quickly.
Smart little silk waists priced at 3 dollars feature tub silks in bright cheery color schemes with no trimming and pleasing lines. Stripes of green yellow blue and lavender flash with satin luster on white ground. plain white and flesh tinted options at 2 dollars also on display. Second floor.
Fine marquee curtains offered at 1.25 dollars per pair. Marquisette mercerised for a bright glow, hemstitched and edged with lace in Cluny or Antique patterns. Originally $2.50, this special lot is available on the third floor.
A period advertisement lists numerous war and adventure books by authors such as Bartimeus Patrick MacGill Carolyn Wells and Gouverneur Morris. Prices range mostly from 1.00 to 1.50 with notes on themes including battles North Sea aviation and mystery intrigue. The listing promotes wartime adventure and romance novels to readers.
The ad promotes four poplin dresses in silk interwoven fabric with cotton, offering styles such as gathered skirts, pleated details, and sailor collars. Despite a listed price of 12.50, shoppers note the dresses’ air, beauty, and potential to command 15 or 17.50, with colors in rich tones like green taupe blue and a wisteria purple. Sizes 34 to 44 on the second floor.
A catalog of discounted sewing and personal comfort items for women lists scissors, tape measures, pins, buttons, hat trimmings, waist elastic, and assorted notions. Prices emphasize value with many items at 5 to 25 cents, urging customers to compare and save on essential sewing supplies.
At 8.75, speck tailor odd suits offered in front basement. About 50 suits to pick from in spring weight Norfolk style. Some with two pair trousers and crafted with skill and care, remaining from several lots.
A fragment describes a silk fabric offered at $1.29 but notes a trade delay caused months of wait and a price rise to $1.75. It praises the chiffon taffeta’s rich colors and firm weave, urging quick action before prices climb further.
A local jewelry store showcases a collection of platinum pieces and diamond sapphires. Featured items include a circular brooch, a striking bracelet, a La Vallière design with 21 diamonds, a rich dinner ring, and a scarspin octagon with five diamonds. Prices range from 21 to 89.50 dollars.
A medium size washboard with retinned rubbing surface offered at 25 cents. Usual price is 40 cents. Sold only to individual purchasers for home use, dealers barred. Limited quantity available on the fourth floor.
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