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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Mar 08, 1923

Page

3

Exercise in Store For Trout Fishermen

Easterers robins custom have let enthusiasm run away with pride and have proceeded to rob the cannon hallg that graced Seaside Park into the icy waters of the Sound. Park Board President George Eames says it is a yearly occurrence and recovering the balls is good exercise for trout fishermen to pull big fish. Cannon ball fodder will be recovered later and placed on their stand to await the time when high balls cause a vandal to bathe the cannon balls.

Seaside George Eames

State Chamber Nominees Hincks for Director Seat

Hartford March 6 Special William T Hincks of Bridgeport will be nominated by the Connecticut Chamber of Commerce for election to the Board of Directors of the Chamber of Commerce of the United States at the annual meeting in New York May 8 to 10. His prior service representing Southern New England and Connecticut chamber on the US chamber board is cited as a credential. Several organizations have endorsed Hincks candidacy.

Hartford William T. Hincks Bridgeport Connecticut Chamber of Commerce Chamber of Comerce United States New York City Hincks Chamber of Commerce of the New England Av. Tlincks

Take Hills Cascara Quinine Tablets After Exposure

Colds and bouts of la grippe and pneumonia spread in crowded places. Strengthen resistance by taking Hill's Cascara Quinine Tablets regularly. Take Hill's before and after exposure to stay healthy in sneezing crowds and public venues.

Three liquor law violators fined in Derby

In Derby on March 7 three liquor law violators paid a total of 1094.60 at City Court, one of the largest sums recorded. Joseph Confrinande faced a 630.20 fine for possessing keeping and selling liquor across counts, O Nappi was fined 234.20 for February 19 and 23 counts, and Harry Knoewitz paid 280.20 for similar charges. Attorney Jo. O Connell withdrew an appeal. Nearby, Rev. Sidney W. Wallace slated to speak at St. James Episcopal on Wednesday night.

Derby Joseph Confrinande O Nappi Harry Knoewitz Jo. O'Coonnell Confrinande Tripoli Nappi Knoczwits Waterbury Sidney W. Wallace Christchurch St. James Episcopal Church John Knox Caroline Street George B. Gamble Williams C. Atwater and Son Montreal Martin Olsen Fifth Street

Shelton Charter Changes Rejected by Committee

Shelton March 7 Special The bill to revise charter sections on referendum was rejected by a majority. A related measure to raise the police chief's pay was scheduled for further action. Dr Eugene Jack resumes practice after vacation in Atlantic City. George Francis Mitney suffers scarlet fever. Joseph Ledell undergoes hospital surgery.

Shelton Racali General Assembly Joseph Wellington Sprague Paloul Willam Donovan Jugene Jack White Street Atlantic City George Francis Mitney George Mitney Center Street Joseph Ledeil

Local Mailmen to Wear New Sam Browne Belts

Washington mail carriers will switch to the Sam Browne belt after a Post Office order. Postmaster Charles T. Greene said the belt replaces one shoulder strap to improve health by reducing strain on the troops, following Public Wealth department findings.

Post Office Department Washington Matearr Sam Browne Charles TF. Greene iWealth Department Sam Browe Te Opie Ds

Palumbo Estate Seeks Heirs After Murder of Hallett Street Grocer

Attorney Lavery announces Matta Palumbo of Hallett Street, a grocer murdered recently, as administrator. Papers filed in probate court yesterday show no known heirs and list Tr field Avenue property as the sole asset.

Matta Palumbo Hallett Street Westerday William J. Jay Efield Avenue

Vital statistics and marriage notices from Stratford area

A batch of vital records lists births at multiple addresses including Mara Jenry Telen Klein and Hedley Maude Sexton twins at st lemington street, plus Carmnela Teresa Bininale and Sig Perry street sons born March 4. Marriage licenses show Alec Allen 19 of Huston and Frances Sturges 18 of S11 Linton, and several other pairings with ages and addresses. Tax bills note municipal rate 29.2 mills due April 1 with light red color for wills, no printing changes.

Hedley Maude Sexton St Lemington Street Maren Carmnela Teresa Bininale Sig Perry Street Win Sons John Wid Mary Koinane Willejam Streets Manitiage Alec Allen Huston Frances Sturges Linton Max Malthe Wvenue Spring Street Almon W Lilian J. Intelcork Maple Street Heneoy Madise Wales East Main Street Yancock Seoty

Seasonal discount sale on crystal, fabrics, and cosmetics

Readable ad details diverse bargains from crystal stemware to fashion fabrics and cosmetics. Highlights include 25c Fourth Floor sale items, $2.15 oz Coty perfume, $1.95 dresses, $1.25 sheets, 25c pillow cases, and 39c yard ratines. Sale locations noted as floors and rear areas.

Golf hose for men at special price

Men’s golf hose offered at 1.15 dollars per pair in assorted colors including black tan and brown. Some plain others striped at cuffs. Special on fourth floor front display.

Radio specials offered for set components

Radio needs specially priced items listed with precise values: Jenkin's Vernier theostat for close adjustments at $1.29, Atwater Kent detector unit at $3.75, two stage amplifiers at $9.75, detector and two stage amplifier combo $12.78, Gilbert 2600 ohms headphones at $3.50, Fouts floor front.

Jenkin Vernier Atwater Kent Gilbert

White japanned ware special set on fourth floor

Durable white enamelware set includes tin-heavy canisters with blue stenciling. Contents: 1 lb tea canister, 2 lb coffee canister, 3 lb sugar canister, 3 fly floor canister. All priced at 85 cents. Fourth floor ROAR.

Bread Boxes in White Enamel Prices Listed

Classified notice advertises white enameled bread boxes in durable tin, with large priced at $1.25, medium at 95 cents, and small at 65 cents. Ends with unclear brand name Wourth Toor rest.

Embroidered finished models at half price

Makers samples including children's dresses carriage robes pillow tops center pieces scarfs and aprons offered at half price with prices ranging from 1 to 5.50. Third floor center sale presents embroidered finished models for quick purchase.

Stamp deals on centerpieces and scarfs special price

Stamp sales advertise special 39 cent prices on stamped pieces including buffet sets centers and scarfs with pretty designs and easy work, highlighting splendid materials at a special rate.

Silk girdles stylish new styles and prices

Silk girdles attract attention with new black and brown designs. The offer highlights fashionable silhouettes suitable for various dresses. Main floor center rear.

Limited-member Sewing Machine Club Opens

The Howland Sewing Machine Club invites members to choose from several machines with home delivery and payments via small monthly sums at cash prices. New Royal machines include drop head models and cabinet styles priced from $39 to $100, with no dues or interest.

Howland Sewingmachine Club Royal

Specially priced notion items offered in sale notice

Specially priced notion items include new dress shackles enamelled in all colors at 28¢ each. Household rubber aprons shedti 39c. Hair nets Brooklawn brand single and double mesh in all shades except white and grey at 8c or 5c. Dress linings cambric pink all sizes.

Brooklawn

Embroidered Linen Collar Sets and Valenciennes Lace Offer

Linen trim eyelet embroidery sets with silk lace edge advertised at 39 cents. Main door right front. Twelve yard pieces of Valenciennes lace offered at far below usual price, item 506e.

Valenciennes

Wool skirting in camel color at $2.85 a yard

Heavy serviceable wool skirting described in camel hair effects with overplaid tracery in black brown and blue. Features include stylish special at $2.85 per yard and skirts made to measure in sport mode or accordion pleats. Iron fabrics purchased here on the third floor from.

Fancy ribbons and muslin trims at special sale

A display of pretty ready ruffle ribbons in attractive color shades and color blends as well as a heavy white muslin three style fabric with embroidery and lace trimming offered at special prices. The sale promotes garter web specials and a main floor assortment with notable price points around 89 cents and a strong emphasis on decorative features.

Congoleum Rug Sale With Varied Sizes and Prices

Congoleum rugs offered at special prices with sizes listed from 6x9 feet to 9x10 feet and discounts for rolls with minor imperfections. Sale described as third floor tear, noting small pattern flaws nearly unnoticeable.

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State Chamber Eda O EB. Lawrence & Co Picu Uey Tripolinate Lavery Palumbo Worry Street Stratftord Mara, Jenry Telen Kiein Hancock Avenue February Coma Mary Coty’s L’origen Laurnays Bart Mills Alicia Flour Raver Sewing Howlands Micin Froor Reine THE Howland Dry Goods CO Sunday Post Your Newsdealer Post
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