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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
May 28, 1925
Page
3
The Mammoth Industrial and Civic Exposition at Seaside Park features twice daily concerts and abundant souvenirs. It invites residents to join in boosting Bridgeport’s progress during Progress Week.
Captain Bernier of the Arctic expresses confidence Amundsen will return safely from the North Pole expedition. He outlines possible overland routes and food caches, and cites 30 days of supplies and depots at Columbia Cape Sabina Cape Ellesmere land and other points as aiding a comeback.
A brief entry notes an event on Thursday May 20 in Senort Conne. Details are fragmentary but indicate a local activity or gathering with limited readable facts.
The copy extols American style with athletic vigor, touting Kuppenheimer men’s suits as models of grace and fine tailoring. It highlights fabrics, clean lines, and new models for men and youths, with price points at $40, $45, and $50, advertised on the Main floor of Mar.
Advertises men and young men blue suits in plain blue and striped fabrics. Highlights sun and weather resistance, sturdy tempering, and tailored fits. Features double breasted, two button, and three button sack models with prices from 35 to 50 dollars.
Charlemonte Massachusetts May 27 AP Charlemonte high school closed after resignation of art teacher principal Donald McKelvie following a fist fight with pupil Gordon Cook in the school basement. The incident sparked plans to hire a new principal and resume classes soon. School committee chairman Fred J. Taylor to succeed Rearee H. Frury amid controversy over administrator Whitney’s appointment. Also notes the death of BeW Brigitals, aged 66, after two years illness, in Gunmeutie and other New England states.
The advertisement touts satin crepe de chine and georgette ensembles as splendid wardrobe additions for holiday and season. Coats come in plain colors with printed georgette options. dresses in silk and silk striped broadcloth with matching coats, all offered at 16 dollars and 50 cents.
The catalog extols fine gingham outfits priced at 1.95. They boast delicate embroidery on collars cuffs and pockets with some pique trimming. The piece argues the plain models are surprisingly stylish and well made, worth far more than the price.
The ad notes near term bathing suit days with full wool knitted suits in fusion colors. Jantzen and other brands offer styles including black options valued at 3.95 to 7 dollars for women and 2 to 3.50 dollars for misses on the second floor rear area.
White low shoes for Summer wear are offered in cross strap white kid and two buckle kid pump models at 7 dollars. Beige kid pumps with lacing three straps cost 8.50. A high throat rosette trim Cuban heel style runs 8 dollars. Linen kid pumps in white tri color range 5 to 8.50 dollars.
Exclusive summer style hats shown at 7.50 dollars express refined taste for women. The collection comes from foremost makers and offers distinctive models in white and other colors. These hats are positioned as value units and are prominently displayed on the second floor front.
Summer days demand sturdy straw hats with broad brims and stylish shapes. Prices range from $1.95 to $2.85 with other straw hats priced up to $6. Bankeks and panama styles mentioned. Matin floor rear.
Weekend sale of toiletry items lists Kolynos and Lyons tooth paste or powder three for 50 cents, Squibb’s toothpaste 35 cents, Febcol paste, Yordan’s toothpaste, Jind’s Honey and Almond cream 3 for 60 cents, Frontline and Gouraud’s Oriental cream, and Jergen’s Benzoin and Almond. High variety offered with emphasis on discount bundles and brand options.
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