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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Mar 11, 1922
Page
3
Newark report says Fidelity Union Trust company ordered 130 female employees to stop wearing short skirts and low necklines while the 130 workers are to wear coats at work to project dignity. The board of directors issued the directive today, citing propriety and workplace decorum.
New York report by Bradstreet shows the value of building permits issued in 141 cities in February totaled $122,084,719, up 6.3 percent from January and the highest February total in U.S. history. Gains occurred across the nation except New England, with the Northwest posting the largest year over year increase.
A. Frank, Optometrist at 199 Waterfield Avenue offers a one week special for eye exams and glasses with prescription lenses for a single charge as low as 3.00 dollars. Established twenty five years. Phone Barnum 3979. Advertisement.
City officials and aldermen debate a $250000 bond request from the Board of Education to buy and remodel the Star Shirt factory for a high school site. Speculation ranges from disrespect toward aldermen to East End needs and adequacy of Washington avenue site.
New Haven March 10 Charged with manslaughter following the coroner s finding Wilbur H Aud rey driver of the machine that upset and killed Walter C Lyons of the Packarg Sales and Service Co at Morrig Cove on February 27 was arrested as soon as discharged from the hospital Friends this noon were arranging to provide a bond Aubrey and John M Curtiss who were in the car were hurt
New Haven March 1. Irving Winslow father of C. E. B. A. Winslow of Yale University died today after a short illness. A native of Boston he served in the United States coast survey and the United States Sanitary Commission. He helped found the Church of the Advent in Boston and belonged to the Society of Descendants of the Mayflower.
In Mexico City on March 10 Dr William Mayo, famed Rochester surgeon, attended a bullfight at the request of President Obregon. He tended to Luis Frey who was gored during the arena incident and examined the fighter's arm, though officials said no operation would be needed. The event benefited the widow of Valador Erussio Easton.
Hartford authorities announced extending the dog quarantine to 12 more towns to halt the spread of rabies. Cattle Commissioner Whittesley said the action aims to prevent its development and adds to earlier measures, affecting 25 towns in total.
Two distinct coat styles offered at $25 each. Big soft coats with large collars and cuffs in polo cloth, and swinging capes with tassels in blue tricotine or tan bolivia. Describes two spring season favorites showcasing fabric variety and color options.
Little girls dresses advertised in bright fabrics including checked ginghams blue yellow red and green. Each piece features embroidery color accents and pretty cuffs with a wide tie belt. Aims to charm with cheerful style and value priced at $1.50.
A Saturday Universal offer features a potato ricer and weighty strength priced at 45 cents. A Universal roaster is shown used on top of the stove to cook a full meal with vegetables. Fourth Floor.
Remnant ribbons listed at 25 cents each with several yards cut. Describes beautiful maire and satin ribbons 44% and 5 inches wide in rich colors. Priced to attract buyers, some pieces worth more than this new rate. Located at the left aisle front of the store.
A concise note on a 1934 off world politics tale by E Phillips Oppenheim praising its political intrigue and imaginative breadth.
Ad highlights Dou ble-Service boys suits at 8 75 with fresh all wool mix. Mentions Oppenheim references and a Norfolk coat model with two pairs of trousers. Catalog note places items on main and front basement sections with current price.
An old advertisement touts Howco coffee as always fresh with beans shipped in green form. It claims continual blending and roasting to yield fragrant cups and promises bulk buying at small profits. A basement location in Jewel and Royal stores is noted.
Real leather and real style define boys oxfords now on offer. Mahogany calfskin pairs with a smooth tasteful model and quality craftsmanship.
Easter cards advertised as attractive and charming with uses as bookmarks or place cards for luncheons. Also listing regulation high laced shoes of calfskin in English type and regular laced styles priced at $6, displayed on the main floor rear.
Brightest and most impressive spring skirts feature bold color contrasts and aristocratic wool etamine in large plaids and prunella stripes. Styles emphasize pleats and lively contrasts, presenting a thorough departure from single color designs.
A Canton crepe and hemp hat collection features periwins red jade and tangerine, trimmed with flow, silks, and fancy straws. Includes close-fitting and flare models designed to suit every color plan. Located on the second floor.
Advertisement lists Lenten needle work items including stamped nightgowns and linen centers in various sizes, bridge covers, lace trimmed centers, white poplin rompers, and a special necktie spread. Prices range from 29 to 93 cents, with several patterns described as finished except for embroidery.
A fragment marketing list highlights knitted silk items and Christmas era snacks. It mentions salted peanuts and almonds with prices around 95c and $1.25, along with mixed nuts and figlets in a short, catalog-like note.
Women's new and light sports stockings knitted from fine mercerised lisle with silk thread for luster. Black with tan and brown with white options offer a lighter weight, robe like look. Plain knit silk and lisle stockings feature spring colors pearl nude gray buff priced at $1 and $1.25. Children’s three-quarter stockings offered in black white and cordovan at 50c to 75c.
Garment description notes Graceful rich new gloves at $2 each. Imported lambskin with smooth surface options in beaver and black and white, including long chamoisette style with embroidered back and suede-like texture. Includes strap-wrist moire style and center aisle rear display.
An advertising item promotes distinct gingham waist designs with fresh charming life, noting white artistic combinations, big cheeks and smart stripes, tasteful plain vests, collars adding jauntiness and beauty, long sleeves, shawl collars, and prices around four to five dollars on the second floor.
The Howland Sewing Machine Club promotes joining by offering reliable machines at cash prices with easy installment plans. Members can choose a free machine at 65 dollars or a 75 dollar New Royal, delivered after the first payment, with the machine designed for long years of quiet efficient service.
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