This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 20 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
May 06, 1922
Page
3
A man wearing about 22 pounds of army plate armor under his shirt was arrested in Los Angeles today. He carried typewritten notes from a burglars' correspondence school and was armed when a policeman, tapping him by chance, heard the ring of metal.
Paris reports the death of Ried Griffin of Woonocket Rhode Island on a Red Cross relief mission in Riga Latvia. Griffin, former vice president of the American Chamber of Commerce in Paris, died of pneumonia during medical relief work for western Russia and the Baltic states.
In The Dalles Oregon on May 5 Associated Press reports two surgeons Doctor V C Staats and L A Bouman fought flames in an operating room as an overheated sterilizer sparked a fire. Staats was overcome by smoke yet the surgeons finished the appendix operation and the child was later taken to safety. The incident underscores emergency action during a blaze in the flame swept room.
The report notes King George will not race the Britannia this year for economy. Rumor suggests it may be commissioned by Viscount Lascelles, Mary’s new son in law. Mary reportedly enjoys yachting and may be aboard the Britannia with her husband’s pennant during Cowes season.
Incal schools marked Arbor Day with a Staples High Sophomore led program featuring six speakers on trees. Senior Veronica Royal read on birds’ benefits to woodlands, while Charles Lyman recited a poem and other students presented topics and songs. Local notices include house quarantine lifted, a real estate deal, and coal yard property sale in Main Street.
Despite rain about 200 attend the Plymouth Church choir concert in Milford. The 30 voice chorus performed The Fairy Ellen and Village Blacksmith with solos by Miss Susan Woodrutt and Lorenzo Pratt Orlatt, plus Nordlinger’s The Endless Song and Olav Trygvason.
New York May 5 The appellate division of the supreme court reversed Justice Guy's order allowing Edith Gould to reopen her suit for divorce from Frank J Gould in New York state. The court ruled unanimously that she had no legal remedy to pursue action, Gould having secured a divorce from her in France in 1939.
New York May 5 The appellate division of the supreme court again blocked Leander H Chance of Chicago and Martin Taylor of New York from reclaiming their posts as guardians for Marian Stewart Honeyman sole survivor of the late John K Stewart. The court denied permission to appeal the surrogate Pellettera s court action ousting them as guardians in a litigation estimated at large sums.
John T. King underwent a planned operation in New York today. Dr. John F. Erdman and the attending team reported the procedure has been postponed to a later definite date. The delay was decided after a preliminary assessment and scheduling considerations.
Spring stock from a noted designer arrives for autumn, with coats in tweed, homespun, herringbone and velour. Dresses and capes in tan and coffee hues, plus bright coats for little girls from 2 to 6. Sweaters in fibre silk priced at 4.75, with tuxedo styled options and rich color choices.
Advert reads durable mercerised cotton stockings with ribbed elastic tops and reinforced heels and toes in white cordovan black. Also lists silk stockings with lisle garter top in black white cordovan. Includes children's socks in white brown blue and a voile waist with ruffle and square collar in flesh hue.
Fresh Dartmouth chocolates arrive with smooth rich coating and varied fillings from Vermont. Bridgeport shop promotes hand rolled creams and dark chocolate delicacies at prices around 48c to 75c with coconut dainties and milk almond patties on weekend specials.
Men invest in clothes life with D. S. suits priced at 33.75. Each Double-Service suit includes two trousers and a coat vest delivering long wear. Features include tweeds, quiet checks, sports models, snug waists, and conservative options on the main floor rear.
Catalog note describes brown elk oxfords with saddle and rubber sole priced at $9, pearl elk oxfords with black calfskin saddle and rubber soles at $9, smoked elk oxfords with brown calf saddle and rubber sole and heel, and Russia calf oxfords with saddle and leather sole, with Maint floor and price around 39.
Seasonable Norfolk models offered in tweed and mixtures with double trousers. Two pairs of pants extend suit life and keep clothes looking fresh. Sizes 8 to 18.
Advertises Yorke neglige shirts priced from 2.50 to 3.50 with attached collars, soft fabric, fit, and comfort. Also promotes restfully finished pajamas in tan lavender or blue with trimming and frogs, balbriggan underwear at 5 0c, emphasizing reinforcement and proper proportions.
The ad promotes long elastic vests and bodices for summer comfort, with quick 24 hour photo development and prints at 4c to 6c. It notes junior family members enjoying box type togs, full length garments, and union suits for boys and girls in sizes 2 to 16, priced 25 to 75 cents.
Real linen kerchiefs for women offered at 19 cents. Hand embroidered in Ireland with fleur de lis, bow knot, basket and wreath patterns on cambric with fine border. Men's cambric handkerchiefs priced at 19 cents, with soft finish and four inch hem. Canter aisle rear.
The ad markets women's suits in navy or black at 25 dollars, emphasizing fine Poiret twill and tricotine fabrics. It highlights tailored coats in 36 inch length, smooth skirts, expert tailoring, and lasting fit for general wear and long service, promising unusual value.
Advertisement notes a new detachable flapper tongue for sport oxfords in gray dark brown or patent colusxin with contrasting or matching fittings. Describes several styles including gray suede oxfords with wing tips and black calfskin saddles, white elk oxfords with gray kid saddle, beige calfskin options, and tan calfskin pairs with leather soles. Prices range from 59 to 89 cents and mention Main floor pear.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.