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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Mar 09, 1922
Page
3
The recreation centre hosts a plan for a Virginia Reel and Moonlight Dance at Warner Institute Square tomorrow. An entertainment hour precedes the dancing with a spotlight dance for the young attendees and a full away for the old folks at the regular meeting of Gea sfge.
Governor Alfred H. Smith was re elected chairman of the board of directors of the United States Trucking corporation. Officers John J. Riordan remained president with W J McCormick J Reardon and D L Reardon as vice presidents A L Rae treasurer and E R Lowe secretary were also re elected.
Washington director George Otis Smith of the United States Geological Survey urges consumers to store coal against the risk of a mine strike or April 1. He says buyers must act now to build stock, ensuring continuous industry operation and easing price inflation driven by seller dominance in prior periods.
Recited government relief efforts show daily cash payouts exceeding 1.6 million dollars, free hospital care for 2,000 veterans, and trillions in other benefits, with vocational training and extensive medical services totaling hundreds of millions annually. The statement, attributed to R Forbes, claims the U S is doing more for disabled veterans than any other nation.
Hartford March 8 William J Skinner 67 longtime director and former chairman of the board of Cost Patent Fire Lorms Company died after months of illness. Native of Malone New York he graduated Trinity College in 1876 locating in Hartford in 1882 and rose to president in 1909. He served as trustee of Trinity and staff member for Governor Bulkeley. Survived by a daughter two sons and several grandchildren.
Superintendent Angus P. Thorne said yesterday there is no change in charity applications, with 118 requests for aid received daily, down about 20 from February. About 500 workers are employed with the Public Works department, and if weather allows, more road work will begin to use a larger crew.
Hartford May. Finger prints possible in the death by self destruction of Navy deserter Edward Sands in Washington. Sands, former Navy man stationed at London base, may match records with his enlistment papers in a search linked to the murder of William Desmond Taylor. Chief of State Police Robert Hu announced the inquiry.
A textile company’s automobile truck caught fire shortly after 4 yesterday on Fairfield Avenue near Benwete Street, probably from a short circuit. A fire department unit extinguished the small blaze with minor damage reported.
A reader overview of early radio marvels highlighting wireless reception from Newark to Scotland, noting the Armstrong regenerative circuit and Westinghouse General Radio sets. Describes a typical set price of $71.29 and ease of setup for home use.
New Victrolas shown on the fourth floor feature period cabinets enclosing the mechanism. They are low, broad, long with polished lines to match home furniture. Prices No 260 at 160 dollars and No 280 at 200 dollars, with easy payment terms. Also promoted are a griddle for grease-free cakes and a collection of Universal Utensils including Special Family scales, 24 lb.
A feature on new dress styles for women of different figures. Describes silken fabrics like crepe de chine and taffeta, soft wool chalks, and rich colors such as navy black and brown. Highlights mature fits, graceful lines, and decorative yet artistic fashion notes.
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