Inquiry to Ferret Out Enemy Holdings
Washington, March 22. A nationwide inquiry to gather information on enemy holdings will be started by A Mitchell Palmer, alien property custodian. Special inspectors will be sent to investigate areas where enemy funds may be unreported. Violations will be punished severely with fines up to 10,000 dollars or 40 years in prison. Palmer urged the public to send information to his office.
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Washington
A. Mitchell Palmer
Palmer
Ancient Mystery Play Shown by Stereopticon
West End Congregational church to present a stereopticon Passion Play Sunday evening led by Rev. Ralph H. White. The action will use the original mystery play text, echoed from Oberammergau, with a call to renewed faith amid wartime trials and Prussian atheism.
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West End Congregational Church
Ralph H. White
Oberammergau
Belgium
Serbia
Roumania
Great Russia
Calorosa
Calvary
Europe
Italian Laborer Fires at Woman's Rescuer
Waterbury report says Michael Consiglio a 37 year old Italian laborer attempted to assault Mrs Antoinette Lapre of Wilbur Station and fired three shots at a neighbor who came to aid her. He fled into nearby woods and is believed in hiding as police investigate.
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Waterbury
Michael Consiglio
Antoinette Lapre
Wilbur Station
Consiglio
Carla Lapra
Lapre
Hangs Sel IV Jail in Texas killing case
Sweetwater Texas March 22 8 Bostick who was arrested Tuesday in the Higgins murder case hanged himself in the local jail last night. Higgins was shot while dining as the assassin fired through a window.
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Sweetwater
Tex
Bostick
Clairemont
C. C. Higgins
Afr
Higgins
Rich Red Blood Is Necessary to Good Health
Health advice notes that rich red blood comes from well digested food delivering essentials for blood formation. Symptoms like listlessness fatigue and lack of ambition may signal impoverished blood from poor digestion, a condition not necessarily serious but needing remedy promptly.
Di-A-Tone Stomach Tonic Advertisement Note
This notice promotes a scientifically prepared stomach tonic that strengthens digestion and improves food assimilation. It claims rapid system toning and quick return to health, sold as tablets under the Webb Drug Company name.
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Webb Drug Company
Costa Rica Scene of Pro German Revolution Unfolds
In Costa Rica renewed fighting between government forces and rebels left the rebel leader Rogello Fernandez Guell dead near the Panamanian frontier. Guell headed a pro German movement and edited a newspaper the government had suppressed.
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Costa Rica
San Juan del Sur
Nicaragua
Rogello Fernandez Guell
Guell
Tank Steamer Transfer Triggers East Oil Pooling
Washington reports that shifting tank steamers from coastwise to other routes largely drove the fuel administration to pool all fuel oil east of the Rocky Mountains. Distribution problems threaten a manufactured shortage in the east despite ample supply for essential needs. About 60 percent of coastwise tankers are reassigned to the navy and Allied needs.
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Washington
Canatwise
Fuel Administration
Rocky Mountains
Breweries to Curtail Output for Three Months
Breweries or Alt breweries will cut back beer production by 29 percent for April May and June under a U S Food Administration request. Normal output to resume July 1 as barley and grain supplies increase. Local brewers received the notice yesterday and plan compliance.
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Alt Breweries
United States Food Administration
Woman Prefers Attention Over Being Ignored Says Survey
A study finds many women prefer to be discussed rather than left unnoticed, highlighting social expectations and the value placed on public visibility for women in modern society.
Women's gloves offered at one fifty in Bridropart shop
In Bridropart Connecticut on Saturday March 23 1918 a vendor offers American made women’s gloves at 1.50 with multiple colors and sizes from 5 3-4 to 6 3-4. Gloves are cape leather, washable by a special tanning, soft yet firm with spring shades and good fit. Center aisle rear.
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America
Fine boys suit at Lampeck shops priced 12 50
A fragment reports boys’ fine suits offered by Lampeck tailoring shops in a Norfolk style with a trim military air. Prices vary with options in handsome mixtures or blue serge, notably 12.50, available from the front basement.
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Lampeck
Norfolk
Large Pearl Buttons For Trim In All Fabrics
Learn to trim with large pearl buttons two holes. Use rich braid velvet or fabric for a fine effect on pockets girdles and dresses. Pearl buttons cost 25 to 75 cents each with many shapes for wash dresses from 20 cents to 50 dozen. Other trims include bone ivory and celluloid buttons 20 cents to 150 dozen.
Stockings in New Spring Colors for Good Fabric
Stockings of the new colors for spring offerings described as charming and delighting. Made of silk with lustrous even texture, finished with lisle heel and top for longer wear. Mercerised type available at $1.50, with nice weight and double heel and sole in white, tan, or black. Left aisle rear.
Durable sheets and pillowcases offered in bulk
Listing details firm cotton pillowcases and heavy muslin sheets. Mentions 45 by 384 inch pillowcases and 81 by 90 inch sheets with prices around 1.35 dollars. Also references bleached muslin and seamed-center sheets on the main floor Tear.
Rosemary Apparel Show Delights with New Styles
A Rosemary clothing showcase for the Howland store syndicate features stylish coats dresses and suits priced at 25 dollars with ranges from 34 to 46. It highlights velour coats in blue and olive green models in serge poplin gabardine and beaded crepe de chine fabrics plus new trims fabrics and beaded accents.
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Howland
Connecticut Grown Tested War Garden Seeds Featured
Shortages in garden seed supply prompt immediate action. Howland tested seeds are Connecticut grown and suitable for home gardens. Buying now aims to secure supply and ensure good crops. Plant a War Garden. food is ammunition. Front basement.
White collar fashion options in varied fabrics and colors
The article surveys collars and accessories for dress wear, noting white options with cuffs and a range of colors and fabrics. It highlights organdy sets, net trims, satin accents, reversible collars, taffeta silk stripes, pique collars, and lace stocks with prices and styles, all offered along the center aisle.
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Oriental and Chantilly
Waist shields and light fabrics mention delicate wear
The notice describes flesh-tint shields worn under thin waisted garments, with Georgette crepe fabrics and light dress-shields for corsets to allow freedom. It mentions Teve at the toe Nanugo girdles, fine mesh items, and round shoelaces in colors to match shoes, indicating stock for various lengths.
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Georgette
Men's suits at 23.50 in newest styles and blues
A dated advertisement touts men s suits priced at 23.50 emphasizing tailoring over looks and value. It claims full value, good fit, and lasting quality, inviting readers to visit the main floor rear location for a varied selection including blue serges.
Army Shoes Offer Promises For Active Men
Try Army shoes for men and boys featuring official army Munson last. Tan leather with stout soles and comfortable breadth. Styles include Men’s dark tan English heel shoes, Scout shoes, Boy Scout variants, Bluchers, and gunmetal calfskin options, priced around four to six dollars.
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Army
Munson
Wairfield Avenue
Bargain on blue overalls jumpers for workers
On the main floor rear a sale offers blue overalls and jumpers. Workers are urged to grab the tough fabric garments at a reduced price, with a straightforward appeal to practical needs. The ad emphasizes value and laborer utility.
Startling Book News on $1 Editions
A listing notes many Western, humorous, detective stories and novels published at original prices from $1 to $1.50. The items include various genres and claim strong sales potential, though some editions may not have sold at the higher price.
Rarely pretty new kerchiefs on sale at Corner aisle
Rarely pretty new kerchiefs with Venise lace or corner embroidery offered in delicate sheer fabric. Exquisitely edged handkerchiefs described as dainty and fine, with value and craft noted. Corner aisle, rear location indicated for purchase.
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SA Ewing
Sea
Rear Admiral
Spencer 8. Wood, Eb ON
Sel IV
Breweries
Olivet
Olivet Church
Main Street
North Avenue
Mester Angele
J. S. Tennis
Tsuhelle Gregory
Jonnie WiteRoy
John Cowhburn
Eldert Lockpoo
C. S. Harrison
Mary Thardsley Memoial Society
Trinity Methodist Church
Obermmmerzau
Brown
Bridropart
Conn
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Atsle
Rosemary
Fort
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