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Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

May 10, 1924

Page

3

Veteran program in Congress now almost complete

Washington mass passice bi fangiess of the Veteran program in Congress nears completion. The House and Senate have passed the bonus bill, expanding reforms for the Veterans Bureau and related agencies. The bill aims to ease disabilities, extend claims periodically, and broaden hospital care, with a projected cost rise and expected swift passage through Congress.

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New Definition of Business From U S Chamber Conference

The twelfth annual conference of the Chamber of Commerce of the United States concluded last May. Delegates outpaced politicians in hinting at defection for business while pressing a formal declaration to meet material needs and increase wealth and happiness of humanity. The resolution committee presented to redefine business as a commercial and industrial enterprise oriented toward transactions and social value.

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Four Thousand Collected on Unpaid Sewer Levy Says Finn

The sewer committee uses outside collectors to recover unpaid assessments, now totaling over ten thousand dollars. More than four thousand has been collected. funds will pay urgent Health department projects as the Board of Apportionment cuts left little money this year.

Alormey Alexandr Health Department Board of Apportionment Sewer Board of Anpothonment

Action to dissolve steel firms dismissed at Fork

May 9 A federal judge dismissed a suit seeking to dissolve the merger of Cambria Steel and Midvale Steel and Ordnance Co. The suit, brought by Eduard B Grates and others, alleged fraud in shares and improper agreements with Bethlehem Steel. The dismissal rested on quasi due process issues and procedural service questions.

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Upstate Postmaster Nomination Likely Endorsed for Reappointment

The Post Office Department announced a reappointment inquiry for the Upstate postmaster James Hodin after his four year term. The department asked Congress in Lemmon and Reed for input, with Republican leaders recommended the renomination of Hodin, who earns 8800 a year.

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Receivers Named in Two Rent Cases

Annes Clifford and Wilson were named as receivers in two cases involving rents. The actions referenced the Nedimal Gan corporation and a Bridgeport entity. Judge John W. Buntan presided with various creditors and lenders noted, including the National Bank, in a court proceeding.

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Smallpox Discovered Forces Grade School Closure

An outbreak of smallpox led to the temporary closure of a local grade school. Reports describe fire damage to a nearby building and threats to a savings bank, with limited details on casualties or exact locations.

Amiss price cut on Leonard refrigerators and linens

The advertisement lists Leonard refrigerators in three popular sizes with markdowns from $24.50 to $57.50, plus a Pillow case line in Loom fabrics, bleached sheets, satin bed spreads, and assorted linen items with reduced prices. Also notes on toilet soaps and cosmetic items on Main floor at discounted rates.

High Class Coats and Stockings for Girls and Women

Ladies coats in high quality fabrics with long wear promise. Anniversary prices start at 7.50, for ages 2 to 6 years coats at 5.00. Women’s silk and fibre stockings offered in multiple colors, regular 1.00 to 0.69. Adult and children’s hosiery in varied weights and finishes.

Second Herr Center

Necklaces and Leather Bags Offered in Wide Range

Necklace and fine leather bags advertised with pearl necklaces, rhinestone clasps, and long bead strands. Sterling silverware and serving pieces reduced, including bon bon dishes and marmalade pots, with prices from $1 to $6.65. Alarm clocks offered at $1. assorted items described with varied values. Main Soon trent.

Main Soon Trent

Local Mother’s Day Chocolate Gift Box Bargain

A large box of one pound of high grade chocolates with a sentimental wrapper for Mother is priced at 1.25. Also offered is a chocolate basket with handle, fully wrapped in tol and holding half a pound of chocolates and bon bons, featuring a decorative ribbon rose on the handle for 89e. Rasenmi Pul centy

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