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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

May 22, 1926

Page

3

Massive school turnout at Peabody Museum Yale

More than 4 009 students from 47 schools visited the Peabody Museum of Natural History at Yale University between January and May. 4 320 pupils from New Haven and surrounding towns joined tours led by Eleanor Palmstee who delivered 82 lectures and guided 68 groups. The program includes city rooms and exhibits on regional wildlife, conservation, and the impact of metal methods on birds to discourage plumage trade, with instruction aligned to school work.

New Haven Peabody Museum of Natural History Yate University New Zigen Eleanor W. Palmstee Children’s Museum Bristol Branford Meriden Shelton Bridgeport Schor'l Baen Themi Museum Npe Conneticut Yale University

Double Funeral Of Aged Couple Held At Lakeview Cemetery

The double funeral for Frederick Stiles age 77, janitor of 4 Bank Street, who died by hanging, and his wife Julia E Barnet Stiles age 72, who died after learning of his death, was held at Wilmot and West funeral home on Lafayette Street. They lived at 111 Gilbert Street and are survived by two daughters and three grandchildren. Rev Charles Kramer officiated. Rebekah lodge and Odd Fellows members performed rituals at the grave. Pallbearers were from their affiliated societies. Burial was at Lakeview Cemetery.

Frederick Stiles Bank Street Julia E. Barnet Stiles Wilmot and West Lafayette Street Gilbert Street Bertha Helen Stiles Charles Kramer Stilen Charity Rebekah Lodge Pequonnock Judgs of Odd Fellows Lakeview Cemetery

Trout Fishing Good in Spite of Cold Season Mild

Local anglers report trout catches despite cool weather and high brooks. State Game Warden Williamson and county wardens Brow, Parrott, Lee and Monroe note fine fish, with the Heen ae button popular among anglers. Waltonians cited include Bristol, Bultz, Lyford, Belknap, Brady, Hubbell, Smith, Drs Rona l, Bachman, Mackey, Keer, Jaggers, Road, Hamann, Reynolds, Keelen, Kallogg, and Andrews. Irv Andrews adds that landowners and fishermen share a better relationship than suggested.

A. J. Williamson Disbrow Parrott Lee Monroe W. Belknap Bart Brady Fred Hubbell Bill Smith China Ronal Dr. Bachman J. A. Mackey W Keer H Jaggers A. B Road Henry Hamann Worthey Reynolds A. Keelen Stanley Kallogg Irv Andrews

Benefit Shop Seeks Clothes and Furniture Donations

The Benefit Shop on Middle Street run by the Family Welfare Society urgently needs men and boys clothing and shoes, plus furniture, books, and pictures. Donors may contact shop manager Mr William Thorne to arrange pickup of bundles or a truck call.

Middle Street Family Welfare Society William Thorne Fenefit Callin Mero Thorne Friley

Howland's Blue Serge Suits Offer Great Value

Early summer Saturdays showcase Fine quality serge suits with two trousers. Tailoring and fabric convey prestige even from afar, helping wearers make strong first impressions. Young men’s two button English models and double breasted styles are in demand. Stylish blue serge suits with two trousers priced at $40. Main floor rear.

Howland

Summer boys wear 3 to 8 years linen flapper suit

Stylish-serviceable-sensible summer fabric and style for boys aged three to eight. Linen flapper suit offered in tan combinations and black tan blue checks, each with a snappy sport belt. Big value at two dollars fifty cents.

Loosepact powder case sale at Main floor front

An advertising snippet promotes the original Loosepact loose powder case with a double faced puff and patented disc. It highlights chic design and portable powder on sale for $1 $1.50 and $2, available on the main floor front.

More Stockings at 1.50 Featured in varied silk shades

Splendid quality silk full fashioned stockings offered at 1.50 with the season's newest shades. Gun metal, dove grey, light blonde, grain, beige and black listed among color options.

Silk Scarfs Special at Great Value

Ad touts popular silk scarfs priced at $7 now offered as a special value. Describes a bright variety of colors, fringed edges, and apparent quality, claiming practical appeal and fashionable appeal for women. Mentions a marked value with women encouraged to buy one or more.

Bags to Fit the Tailored Mode

Bags to fit every mood and leather type are advertised with pouch styles in Russian calf and lizard grain as well as cowhide in various colors. Prices are quoted at $2.95 for small pouches and $5 for morrocco and other varieties, presented as fine gifts and values for women.

Special Value Handkerchiefs at 25 Cents

Silk handkerchiefs for women in fancy colors and patterns are offered at special value price. A bought lot would normally sell for about double. Linen handkerchiefs for men are always correct and offered at 25 cents. Six for main floor center.

Glove and Umbrella Purchase Spread in Local Sale

Short stubby umbrella handles with staunch frames and silk covers in garnet navy and purple. Novelty cuff silk gloves with embroidered backs priced 1.50. Kid gloves with torn cuffs in blonde bois de rose and black at 2.95. Main floor center clearance listing.

Gloria

Two Pant Suits Offer Double Service at Howland

Our celebrated two pant suits feature Double Service- Double Satisfaction. Men browse a complete assortment in grey tan and blue shades with single and double breasted models in A sizes. Tailored to Howland standards, each suit includes two pairs of trousers for $36. Regular tailoring and quality implied in period shop talk.

D. S

Howland Straws Hat Show Promises Style and Economy

Howland Straws claims stylish straw hats built to specification with real value. Panama hats range from $5 to $12.50 with split straw models at $3.50 and $5, emphasizing quality at affordable prices.

Vestees in Varied Fabrics and Styles for Sale

A range of vestees offered in organdie crepe and satin with torn down or high collars. White and color options, silk or cotton vestees with polka dot patterns. White georgette vestees with hemstitched trim and torn down collar. Lace collars and cuff sets also available. Prices from 1.50 to 3.00. Rain filtration noted.

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