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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
May 22, 1918
Page
3
Dr Walter H Brown health officer spent yesterday in New York City examining hardware styles for the new isolation hospital here.
Residents alarmed by recent attacks on young girls in Stratford as cases unfold. Eugene Gordon pleaded guilty to outraging his stepdaughter and drew a one year sentence. defense cited domestic strain. Other Stratford cases, including Laura Laveque abuse and Mary Barber indecent assault, were nolled. Administrator appointed for Louis M Bernstein estate, assets about $5,000, Hebrew will claimed.
Miss Edith F Ranger sister of Henry Ward Ranger faces arraignment with Charles H Wexler and R R Cunningham in criminal superior court next Tuesday on charges of conspiracy to seize her brother's 240000 estate by a forged will. State's Attorney Cummings says a Brooklyn investigator Carl W Myers may appear Friday. possible action in New London County discussed. Ranger died 1917 and designated the National Academy of Design as sole heir when his widow died earlier. alleged scheme involved sworn affidavits and forged documents.
Southport May 21 Special reports a meeting of the home garden committee of the Southport Current Events club to discuss war gardens, with chairman Mrs Charles Townsend and members listed. Practically two Peuot school children plan war gardens this year and an autumn Fairfield exhibit will award prizes.
Two beautiful lots of oxford ties for women finally arrive after delays. About 50 pairs of fine battleship gray calfskin with wing tip imitation and French leather heels, valued at $7 each. Special price to move quick on both lots on the main floor rear.
A lively display of gingham dresses for girls from sizes 12 to 16. Patterns emphasize daintiness with bright, cheerful colors and youthful styles adapted from season's women’s fashions. Second floor pricing ranges from $4.50 to $8.50.
Bright and smart new petticoats feature silk and taffeta in rich colors with regimental striped patterns. Styles include wide and narrow stripes, two or three color combinations, with both short lengths and regular lengths on the second floor.
The ad promotes Columbia graphophones and new monthly records from Howland sealed records. It touts No 50 model for indoor or veranda use, complete with $10 of records for $65, and easy terms. Also features a stationery box with 48 sheets, 48 envelopes, 12 cards priced at 59c.
A compact note lists prices of seventy seventy five and eighty five as the finest figures considered in the market debate, indicating a comparison of value and market stance among key buyers and sellers.
The item promotes home dresses made of gingham as an affordable, comfortable link between house dresses and afternoon attire. Describes pretty simple models with minimal yet effective trimming in striped and plain gingham in blue pink green and lavender, priced at 3.50.
An advertisement highlights a versatile canner for everyday use with quick preserving of fruits and vegetables. It also markets a universal kitchen knife, various cleaning and cooking aids, and a range of baskets and large storage items with prices from 10 cents to 1.50 dollars. It mentions mason jars, oil products, and Weipa brand items on offer.
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