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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Nov 12, 1927

Page

3

Fairfield Town Plans Sidewalk Along New Post Road

Fairfield Nov 11 A special observance of Armistice Day closes schools and banks while offices and many businesses adjust hours. A state sidewalk project along the Post road on Bitot street is under discussion by the board of selectmen and road commissioner, with funding to come from town funds or abutting property owners. Community events include meetings of local clubs, church activities, a Red Cross drive, and parishes planning budgets and can­vasses.

Fairfield Fourfield Fairfield Town Fairfield County Republican Women's Organization Gertrude JeHiffe Perry Southport Greenfield Congregational Church Ladies’ Sewing Society Father Coleman The Knights of Columbus St Thomas' School Hall Ladies’ Social Club Airs William Nichols Hickory Hil Board of Selectmen Post Road Bitot Street Selectmen Woman's Guild First Church of Christ Red Cross Redl Rot St Pauls Tpiscopal Church Sunaa Young People’s Congregational Church Henry Sturges Guidara

Man fears wife and brother died in flood

Frank J Nagle appealed to police in Haverhill Mass to locate his wife Dolena Nagle and his brother Leslie who left November 8 by car for Westville Quebec to visit their father. He fears they may have been swept away in Vermont flood since their route would pass through the affected area.

Haverhill Mass Associated Press Frank J Nagle Dolena Nagle Leslie Westville Quebec Nagle Vermont

Stratford Armistice Day Supper Highlighted by Legion Dinner

Stratford marks Armistice Day with halted offices and schools, a Sterling Memorial Hall program by the American Legion Auxiliary, speakers including Senator Wheeler and Col. Delacour, and a Taps salute. Red Cross roll call plans surface amid flood relief notes while high school activities feature a Masquerade, sewing projects, and rehearsal for Kathleen.

Stratford Sterling Memorial Hall American Legion Auxiliary Anderson-Dunn-Rochiss Post American Legion Charles EF. Wheeler Rex Delacour Lexion Post Stratford Center Harold F. DeLacour The American Redress New England Redross DeLacour Hood Red Cross Mmost Paul Goodell Helen Eckle George Martha Washington M Ses Smith Martin Kathleen Washington Robert Kramer Marjorie Wooley

Burrie Case Continued Bonds Fixed At 5000

Burrie, known as Beatty, is jailed on embezzlement charges from his time as district manager for the New England Oil and Refining Company. His case was continued with bonds set at 6000, as events inform residents of delays in the court process and related proceedings. The report notes community notices and local social events alongside the legal update.

D Andrus Lenox Avenue New Hampshire David Burrie Beatty New Hi

Candy Peanut Squares Molasses Mint Mixture

Candy peanut squares and molasses mint mixture appear among edible items. Fresh stuffed dates are noted. The compact listing suggests a local markets display or recipe card style assortment with traditional sweets.

Women’s Winter Coats Emphasize Smartness and Practicality

Women seek coats that are smart durable and practical for the season. The text notes most choose a single coat for winter and highlights fabrics like broadcloths bolivias suede finished cloths and imported mixtures with long haired furs used lavishly. Excellent values are offered.

Ombre Frocks Return with Crepe Dresses and Draped Styles

The article showcases the Ombre theme in a newer line of frocks featuring crepe dresses that illustrate the ombre effect. It notes plain colored frocks for informal wear, draped fronts, wide girdles, and sheer woolens as economical options for business wear, plus straight tailored and two piece modes for youth.

Heid-Knit Overcoats at Howland's Bridgeport

Howland's in Bridgeport advertises Heid-Knit Overcoats made from heavy knitted fabric that resists wrinkling and weather, plus two trouser suits made to specified materials. The store touts single and double breasted coats in brown gray and blue cheviots and offers a $40 soft hat with a raw edge on the main floor.

Bridgeport Howland’s American Retailers Association

Clearance sale on hats featuring varied felts and velvets

Hat shop offers a clearance on smart hats with prices from $3.95 to $12.75. Highlights include tailored felts at $5 and $7.50 Velours and felts in colors and shapes, Soleil and Velvet models at $6.95 to $12.75, showcasing exceptional value and contour fit styles.

Crepe de Chine Scarves Add Color to Winter Coats

Fashion note highlights special three dollar Crepe de Chine plain and figured Crepe de Chine Georgette scarves. Described as gay colors wrapped around the throat to brighten dark toned winter coats. Includes details on fabric varieties and styling ideas.

de Chine Georgette

Queen Quality Air-O Pedic Shoes Sale Adds New Models

Saturday sale introduces smart new Queen Quality Air-O Pedic shoes and other updated models grouped for quick clearance. SG and 7.50 dollar pricing highlighted.

Coat Sweaters Feature Brushed Wool Comfort

Brushed wool coats and sweaters offer warmth and soft texture. High coats with pockets provide practical style, combining comfort and utility for cool weather wear.

Gloves for Mother and Daughter in Winter Brown

Gloves for mother and daughter feature fleece lined capeskin in brown tones to match winter ensembles. Prices range from $1.50 to $2.95 with styles including duplex sewn pull-on gloves and fine kid gloves with French cuffs in cocoa, chamois, gray, black and white.

Fifth Avenue

Junior fur coats and frocks for girls ages 12 to 17

Full length youthful models in Caracal Pony and Beaverette furs with fox shawl collars. Dresses and frocks priced from 16.50 to 45, featuring velour wool crepe and satin in one and two piece styles. Sizes 12 to 17 years, with belts and collars offered, department two.

All Rubber Aprons And Underwear On Main Floor Sale

Advertises rubber aprons in medium and large, priced 50 to 75 cents, Vaile step-ins plain or trimmed, rubberized bloomers and silk covered step-ins, top bloomers at $1, elastic belts 25 to 75 cents, screen belts 50 cents to 0 cents, all on the Main Floor.

Vaile

Men's Gray Suede-Soft Gloves with Black Stitch

A description of gray suede gloves noted for visual appeal and comfort. Finishing touches include black stitching on the back. Marketed as a Main Floor item labeled Fient.

Men’s Hosiery for Cooler Weather Ad

Men’s hosiery advice notes that cotton and wool blends are preferred for cooler weather with brown mixtures creating pleasing effects on the Main Floor Front.

Comet Pajamas Offer Durable Rayon Buttoned PJs

Men s Comet Pajamas feature Comet Flannel full cut pajamas with rayon frog fasteners. Describes pleasant weight suitable for immediate or later wear. Bain Fieor Front appears as a brand note or typo within the readable text.

Comet

Celanese introduces washable ties at a new low price

Celanese unveils a line of permanent make ties marketed as very new and washable. Prices listed at one dollar and fifty cents with Malt Floor Front as a likely source or brand reference.

Overcoats for boys and youths in wool blends

The boy department advertises wool blend overcoats sized for ages 11 to 15, in gray brown and tan. Double breasted and box models praised for school wear, with prices from 8.95 to 12.75.

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