Westport merchants back general closing code for holidays
Westport merchants at the Chamber of Commerce forum urged regulation of holiday hours and a half day during the summer. Proposals include noon Sunday closures and 10 pm Saturday closings, July and August Wednesday noon closings, with a plan to advertise Westport nationally and a forthcoming retail credit bureau report.
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Westport
Chamber of Commercce
Weatpait
Chamber of Commerce
Bedford
Bedford Field
Edward T Bedford
Greens Parms
Arthur Keimer
Greens Farms Congregational Church
Bedford Junior High School
Helen Samuelson
New Haven
Ilness
King W Mansfield
John A Dolin
Police
Horace S Wakema
Compo Road
Helen B. Ande
Misa Minnie
Didtcko
Washington Avenue
J Edward Lycett
Norwalk
Robert K
Laura M Taylor
Newtown Avenue
Quick
John J. Farrell
Justice of Peace
Herpret O. Pollard
Taylor
Jewish philanthropist donates $10000 to educate Irish children
Brichard Barron, noted Jewish philanthropist, announced a $10000 gift toward educating Irish children in Great Britain. He spoke after sailing for England, urging Irish leaders in Britain and Irish-Americans to fund the effort, with a preliminary committee formed to aid the mission.
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Barron
England
New York
Atco- Gated
Brichard Barron
Great Britain
T P O'Conno
House of Commons
Irch
Great Brivain
United States
Ite
Mail Pouches Stolen in 1926 Found Behind Wall
A 1924 mail pouch robbery linked to Sal sou ry is resolved as Benard F Woodbury in South Topsfield finds pouches hidden in a wall while surveying land. The pouches, ripped and opened, had contents stolen and were identified by serial numbers on their jacks. John Andrews, his son Michael, and John Boyd received 25 year federal sentences in Atlanta. Burdater, convicted of murder, faces life in prison.
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Boslo
Salsoury
South Topseld
Oday Benard
Woodbury
John and
Michael Andrews
John Boyd
Feeral
Atlanta
Penpatsola
Roller Skates at $1 for Boys and Girls
Bargain skates priced at one dollar suitable for both boys and girls. Includes adjustable bail bearing rollers and basic youth skate features. Limited stock, shop promotes affordability for young skaters.
Women's gloves sale at bargain prices
A two dollar ninety cent special on a group of kid gloves featuring new narrower cuff embroidery and tailored styling. Regue lar gloves priced at two dollars ninety five cents. Main Floor.
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Reguelar
Rodier Prints Inspire New Frocks in Major Cities
Copies of Rodier Prints create original frocks as Paris London and New York go crazy for the patterns beside other designs that look stiff. The two piece frocks are attractive and available in Castilian Red, new Blues and Navy with sizes up to 50.
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Rodier
York
Fabric Bags Rise As Ensemble Theme Gains Momentum
An article details the Fabric Bag trend gaining speed with daily emphasis. It highlights printed hooks and bags from Indian Prints Toyo Shaw noted as distinct, Pussy Willow and Mallinson's Playgrounds of the World Prints mentioned as chic offerings. The text is fragmented and stylistically eclectic.
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Toyo Shaw
Mallinson
New Visca Straw Hats and Middie Blue Coat Fashion Trends
Fashion notes highlight Middie Blue styles in varied fabrics and trims including fur collars and scarf collars. Black Coats remain prominent with Nay following. Easter mood shifts toward lighter tones. Natural colored Kasha tones appear beige and gray. Prices range $25 to $75 at Second & Just.
Onyx Pointer Hosiery fashion notes and hat styles
A gartered silk stock ing with reinforcement is praised for wear, while Visca hats dominate fashion. Cap shapes, felt and straw blends, and a range of shoe styles and materials are advertised. Prices run from 3.95 to 8.50 with items on the second floor.
Tweed Coat Styles for School Girls and Matching Dresses
The piece lists Tweed Coat options for school girls in sizes 6 to 16, with fur or tweed collars and sleeve inset details. Also introduces Kasha coats and younger girls' dresses in crepe da chine and flat crepe, with sizes 6 to 14. Prices range from $1.95 to $5 for accessories and misses items, noting a stray peanut reference and various fabrics.
Boutonnieres in colorful flowers for spring wear
A brief line lists spring boutonnieres in silk and velvet clusters in all colors. Prices range from 50 cents to 2 dollars 50 cents, with a note of availability and a playful, moaning aside.
New Neck Design Features in Tailored Linen Apparel
A readable note describes a new neck style for business and tailored track outfits. It highlights collars and cuffs with crepe and plain linen fabrics, plus v neck options and piped color details in organdie.
Saturday Specials Toilet Goods Boxed Offer
Special introductory box includes Elcaya face creams a jar of Elcaya Cold Cream a jar of Creme Elcaya a tube Witch Hazel Cream and a package of tissues for removing cream A limited number of boxes sold Saturday for 35c Also offerings Buathivont mouth wash glycerine Hudnul's Three Flowers Race Powder and a sister vanity case for 75 Baudbo
Tailored department store suits for youth offered by Howland's
The American Retailers association pooling lowers prices on youth suits sizes 8 to 18 years. spring caps collegiate style priced at $1.50. golf hose in sizes 8 1 2 to 11 from 50 cents to $1. Sik ties and Easler items offered, with additional hosiery and department store promotions.
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Easler
Special week tire offer with Defiance Red Tube
Ad copy touts a Defiance Red Tube for $1 with purchase of same size Defiance Tire. Claims large group-buying at 544 stores keeps prices ultra low. Includes a list of tire sizes and prices, with varied discounts and phrases like oversized and Balloon Tires.
Talented Tailor Promises New Suits in Tan GrayBlue Palette
A local shop markets two trouser suit lines priced at 35 and 40. The ads boast quality materials and exacting standards for fit. Coats feature a three button design and the collection highlights varied color tones including tans grays and blues.
Top Coats Show Preference in Grays Tans and Herringbone
Fashion note highlights current coats in gray tan and herringbone patterns. Emphasizes fitted shoulders and a styled silhouette for wear now.
Emerson Hats Debut New Tan and Gray Snap Brims
Emerson Hats introduces new tan and gray shades to harmonize with suits. Snap brims feature welt edge with a slightly narrower look and a more collegiate dash in style. Contains fashion copy for men’s headwear and a mention of ship in vain wording.
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Emerson
Yorke Shirts for Spring in Bridgeport
Yorke shirts are made expressly for Howland in Bridgeport. Tailored to fit from male hats give satisfactory service. Fine quality broadcloth striped effects and a rayon striped pattern. Main Livas Front.
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Howland
Bridgeport
Oxford Style Shoes Described With Leather Options
The description outlines grain leather preferences for Young Men shoes in tan wingtip and torated side styles, with some models featuring a straight tip. It mentions smooth calfskin alternatives in straight tip with rubber soles, available in black or brown.
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T. T
Easter Novelties for Children and Rabbits Display
Easter novelties for children and adults feature fluffy bunnies and chicks, wooden pull toys in bright colors. Plush bunnies sit up, jump, or run. prices range from 50 cents to 3 dollars. Visit the display and bring youngsters to see these items.
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Paris
London
New
Queen Quality Footwear
Louis
Junio
Babsuits
Boutonnieres
New Neck
Lored
Hudnul
Baudbo
Atwater Kent
Red Lion
Awater Kent
Ourth Floor
West
American Retailers, Inc
Cuntry
Howland’s
Boye Departmentt
Cord Tires
Live Shope-T Sur
Eagtal
Emerson Hats
Yorke
Oxfords
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