Veteran of Trenches Tells K P of Thrills at Lodge Meeting
Sergeant McKenna described two years on the French front where he was wounded and recounted trench experiences to Joséph Dowdall lodge Knights of Pythias. He noted Hun atrocities and reported Canadians first to attempt a Gaulisht raid on a German trench. Next Friday an open meeting will feature Enoch Franzen performing exhibitions of strength for members families and friends.
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McKenna
Joséph Dowdall
Enoch Franzen
Will
Increase in Ammonia Supply for Ice Making in Hoston
A telegram from the National Food Administration reports a rising supply of ammonia available for ice making in the state. The development addresses a major problem faced by state food administrators, as they plan for the arts of federal ice production.
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Hoston
Tha
Four Buildings Ablaze at Bethel Ends With Two Saved
Danbury May 17 Four Bethel buildings burned simultaneously as firemen and locals fought flames. A dairy barn on Frank Larson’s Hoyt Hill farm burned due to water shortage, spreading to two adjacent houses. Mrs William Elzea’s home and two neighboring houses were damaged. Loss on each burned structure listed at 8,000 dollars.
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Danbury
Bethel
Frank Larson
Hoyt’s Hill
William
Elzea
Big Ocean Pier Planned for East Boston
In Boston on May 17 the state announces a large pier to accommodate the largest Ocean Limes will be built in East Boston. The Commonwealth pier is to be taken over by the government and plans rushed. Engineers are instructed to finish preparations within three months.
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Boston
Commonwealth Pier
State Commission On Waterways, and Public Lands
Bargain Fashion Sale Highlights Local Store Inventory
The ad touts reduced prices on shirts waists Petticoats and summer wear. It lists items such as georgette waists silk waists marabout capes feather boas furs sweaters and raincoats with substantial discounts from prior prices. The focus is on women apparel including hats veils and scarves with wide price cuts across categories.
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Jack Straw Bancey Edigiul
Lee
Fraternal Lodge Gatherings Reported For Evening
St John’s Lodge holds a special communication at 7 with the first degree to be conferred in the Masonic Temple Broad Street. Deputy H C Scofield to visit next Wednesday night for additional degrees. Jerusalem Chapter conferred most excellent master on seven candidates. Arcanum Lodge reported three candidates receiving the second degree. Naomi Lodge Shepherds of Bethlehem active in Red Cross campaign and war savings stamps drive.
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St John’s Lodge
H. C. Scofard
Stamford
St. John's Lodge
Jerusalem
H. A
Arcanum Lodge
O. C
Naomi
Shepherds of Bethlehem
Red Cross
War Savings Stamp Committee
James J. Walshe Jr Obituary Notice in Southport
The funeral for James J. Walshe Jr, 28, will be at 2 pm from his Southport residence. Interment is at St Michael's Cemetery. The Cassidy family announces the death of William B. Cassidy at 691 Ellsworth Street after a brief illness, survived by his mother Mrs Ellen Cassidy, four brothers John, Edward V, Clifford Dol, Charles K, and two sisters Catherine W and Lottie E. The funeral is from 691 Ellsworth Street Monday at 8:30 am to St Peters Church.
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William G. Cassidy
William B. Son
Blien
Howard Cassidy
Ellsworth Street
Ellen, Cassidy
John
Edward V
Clifford Dol
Housatonic
Charles KE
Bryant Electing Company
Atherine W
Lottie E
St. Peters Church
St. Michael’s Cemetery
Old Folks Share Circus Wonders With Youngsters
In Bridgeport yesterday afternoon and evening thousands enjoyed the Hagenbeck-Wallace circus before it pulled out to New Haven shortly after midnight. Monkeys and elephants drew crowds to the menagerie and side shows, with free exhibitions and a parade Saturday morning. About 25,000 attended the three rings in action at Barnum field, the big tent said to hold 12,500 per performance.
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Hagenbeck-Wallace
Bridgeport
New Haven
Barnum Field
State Street
Main Street
ToRnasky
Fairfield ‘Avenues
Bertha H Berg Dies in Meriden Family Notices
Meriden yesterday morning Bertha H Bers died. She is survived by her daughter Eleanor aged six and by her husband Arthur Bers a member of Berg Brothers grocers on Noble Avenue Bridgeport funeral to be held Monday Interment at Lakeview cemetery.
Suit Special Offers Tailored Style at Savings
Tailored suits with character and skilled craftsmanship highlight quality Poplin and Serge fabrics. Popular tans include Rookie and Pekin with Ripple effects and Loverskirt braid trimmed styles. All sizes available in each style.
Style and service in dresses at three fifty
Readable ad copy touts summer frocks at $3.50 with style and service. Describes youthful high-waisted models, organdy collars and cuffs in checks, stripes and floral patterns and notes many other styles available at the same price.
Orandie dresses praised at five dollars a model
Advertised organdie dresses attract shoppers with varied styles priced at five dollars each. The copy touts the dresses as the season’s prettiest and highlights easy selection from the collection, emphasizing affordability and style.
Silk skirts return as spring fashion grows
A wider use of silk skirts is favored this spring and summer. The Separate Skirt comes in splendid styles as soft silk fabrics replace wool to conserve it. On the second floor new silk poplins in tan copper and green offer durable, stylish options priced from 3.50 to 5.50.
Wool Zephyr Woolen Wear For Summer Use
The text extols wool zephyr yarn fabrics in solid turquoise, open salmon and other colors. Marketed as smart, practical, inexpensive street and sports wear suitable for all ages and figures, noted for usefulness and convenience throughout summer.
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K.P
Big Ocean’ S Pier
East Boston
Main
Dillon & CO
Rue ST
Cecile
Paris
Main ST
Hartford
Iceland
rr #BENCH SHOP. INC
Coats
Sth Ave
Polos
James J. Walshe, Jr
Southport
Oaklawn
Weilele
Ension
Cate F Toiis
Pal Fc
Dupuis
Ladies Shoe Parlor
Smith-Murray CO
Bridgeports
The
Smith-Marray Co
Lisles
Lisle
Englewood
Glendale Avenues
Englewood Avenue
City Hospital
Syhy
Barnum
Robert G. Whitney
Arthur C. Gibson
Golden Hill ST
West End
State ST
Cor. Lee Ave
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