Liberty Loan Bill Expands US Funding for Allies
Washington reports the House Ways and Means Committee completed a Liberty Loan bill authorizing 4.5 billion more in bonds and up to 8 billion in treasury certificates plus a 1.5 billion Allies loan. Secretary McAdoo outlined a 4.25 percent rate on the third issue and non convertibility to stabilize exchange and expand markets. The measure aims for Senate action Monday, with bonds potentially issued abroad in foreign currencies.
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Mar
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House
Ways Nd Means
cKitchen
Epasa
Senate Acti
McAdoo
House Committee
Senate Finance ‘Committee
McAde
Lopas Brothers Arrested for Breach of the Peace
Victor Lopas aged 85 and his brother Anthony Lopas aged 19 of Lexington Avenue were arrested late yesterday afternoon after police intervened as they were about to stage another Lexington Avenue incident. They were taken to police headquarters and charged with breach of the peace and held for city court this forenoon.
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Victor Lopas
Lexington Avenue
Anthony Lopas
Wyeth's Sage and Sulphur Compound for Dark Hair
An old time recipe for darkening gray hair using Sage Tea and Sulphur, now sold as Wyeth's Sage and Sulphur Compound. It claims natural, even coloring, restoring lustre and a youthful look with regular use. Not a medical cure.
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Ruggist
Guy Drug Store
Wyeth
Jail term for conspiracy to break export embargo
In New York on March 29 Jules Ruff, a member of an exporting firm, was sentenced in federal court to 10 days in jail and a $2000 fine after pleading guilty to conspiring to ship chlorine potash to Vera Cruz Mexico in violation of Wilson era embargo. Pedro Charabon, a Colombian, and J Ramos and company, were charged in connection with the conspiracy and also fined.
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New York
Jules Ruff
Vera Cruz
Mexico
Wilson
Pedro Charabon
Crossley Now to Fight Extradition from New York
James Harry Crossley, charged with forgery in Bridgeport, is held in the Tombs in New York City and will contest extradition. Detective Sergeant James Bray carried the papers Thursday but could not secure the prisoner. A hearing is set for April 8 in New York, with Bridgeport awaiting disposition after.
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Bridgeport
Tombs Prison
New York City
James Harry Crossley
James Bray
New York
Crossley
U S Agents Probe Hon Celebrations in Basement
Government agents continued to investigate cases of hundreds of enemy aliens and pro Germans arrested in connection with basement celebrations of the German drive. One man was fined 200 dollars in police court, three were fined 25 dollars each, and two were fined 5 dollars each for disorderly conduct.
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Chicago
Police Hold Cotter in Murder Probe of Wife Death
Michael Cotter remains in custody under Coroner John J. Phelan's orders on a murder charge and was arraigned in city court with the case continued at authorities' request. Officials refuse to discuss the arrest as they investigate the death of a woman believed to be his wife.
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Michael Cotter
John J. Phelan
Phelan
Coter
Violent Fighting with Huns at Montdidier
Paris reports continued fighting near Montdidier with French forces resisting German counter attacks. Monchel was captured by French troops, as losses on both sides are described as very heavy and French troops hold the line near Montdidier despite strong German thrusts.
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Montdidier
Paris
War Office
Monchel
Worth
Caucasus to Make Peace with Turkey
The Cau casus Diet after proclaiming independence approved a basis for a separate peace with Turkey. The agreement reportedly grants autonomy for Armenia and restores the prewar frontier. Farm survey progress noted at Bridgeport War bureau. General Edwin F. Glenn returned to Atlantic Port after serving in France.
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London
Turkey
Reuter
Petrograd
Armenia
Glenn
Atlantic
Edwin F. Glenn
France
Service Is Cheerfully Yours Here Always
A brief note describes that service is cheerfully offered here every Saturday until six in the evening with a welcoming tone and consistent hours.
Fine waists at three dollars in black and white styles
A catalog note describes waist styles priced at three dollars. It highlights cotton voile alternated in black and white broad stripes with long rolling collars, taffeta silks in black and white checks or stripes with white collars, crepe de chine options with square necks and lace touches, and tailored white flesh-tint crepe de chine waists with sailor knot collars. Available on the second floor.
Camouflage Silk Skirts in Black and Colorful Ruffles
Camouflage silk skirts in Heatherbloom with a deep silk ruffle. Tailored style matches well, available in standard and special sizes. Priced at $3. Located on the second floor.
Easter Gloves On Sale In Ample Varieties
In a large display the store offers many Easter gloves in white tan black and cape styles. Included are fine imported kid gloves white tan or black priced around 89.25 and 1.65 for cape gloves. Chamoisette resemble leather while children's lambskin gloves come in tan and gray cape styles at 1.50 to 1.65. Center aisle rear.
Little girls' pretty hats parade in sales
Charming hats for little girls offered in silk poplin and fine straw with ribbon rosebuds and bright colors. Prices range from 1.50 to 9. Second Moor.
For man in hurry at the last hour before Haster
A brisk sale notice touts rich silk shirts at four dollars with new colors and patterns, Yorke soft shirts, neckties at 65 cents to 1, and gray cape gloves at 2.75, tan capes at 2.25, all advertised as available near Main Street door.
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Yorke
Djerkiss tale and Paris perfumes arrive for readers
Djerkiss tale arrives with news of new perfumes for women. Paris scents overseas are limited and likely to sell quickly. Miro-Dena toilet charms and related fragrances are available in quantities. Perfumes and toilet waters range from 25c to several dollars, with violet powders and face powders also offered. Center aisle displays feature these goods.
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Miro-Dena
Stockings Parade Colors and Prices at Local Shop
Fiber silk stockings boast vibrant hues with real luster and wide color range. Featured items include special liste stock ings in rich brown and splendid black or white silk with liste top, heel, and sole. Prices range from 35 cents to $1, with ribbed options in white, tan, or black for girls.
Rich new waist styles described in antique ad
Rich new waists priced at 3.85 and 2.85 feature crepe de chine fabric with soft luster and delicate flesh tint. Described as dainty and beautiful with washable messa line collars and matching turnback cuffs, offered in pure white or flesh tones.
Handkerchiefs On Sale In Various Finishes
Advertises linen handkerchiefs with initials in corner at 19¢ and crepe white kerchiefs with colored decoration at 25¢. Men’s linen handkerchiefs with initials priced at 35¢, offered in the center aisle rear area of the display.
Neckdress and accessories prompt refined fashion listing
A period clothing installment describes neckdresses and accessories including ostrich scarves in black and white, taupe, and copenhagen, organdy vestees, collars and cuffs in blue and old rose, New Windsor ties, organdy ruchings, Georgette crepe ruffles, and a Liberty Bell veil in taupe brown purple or navy priced from 35e to 5 dollars.
Happy feet of youth Easter shoe sale
Youthful footwear for girls of all ages featured in a cheerful Easter display. Patent leather patio shoes for big girls, white canvas lace-ups, and tan calfskin options with weltered soles are offered. Prices range from 2.50 to 4.50, highlighting diverse cloth and patent leather styles for little and big girls.
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Gil
Boys' Blue Serge Suit in Norfolk Trench Style
Advertisement notes blue serge boys suit at $12.50 built by Sampee tailors. Describes fine wear with pure wool serge, Norfolk trench style. Front basement location implied.
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Norfolk
Sampee
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