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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Nov 13, 1919
Page
3
The Pas Manitoba on November 12 reports trappers predicting a long winter as severe as 1915 with temperatures as low as 54 below zero. They say wolf packs surround outlying settlements, following dog trains for miles, and Indians have killed sixty wolves on the outskirts of The Pas.
Governor Lynn J. Frazier declared martial law in North Dakota mining districts and took over lignite mines halted by a strike. Adjutant General Frazer ordered mobilization of men 18 to 45 to reopen mines and ensure coal supply, with orders kept until consensus between operators and miners protects winter needs.
A new Veterans of Foreign Wars post for Italo American oversea ex service men will be started this week in Bridgeport. The Raymond W Harris Post with 110 Italian descent members will transfer members to the new post if they wish. A mass meeting next week will feature adjutant Pemburn and other speakers.
Nov 12 in Rockford Ills congressional subcommittee probes Camp Grant costs. Evidence suggests more than 4.5 million wasted building the cantonment and graft among workers. J P O Conor testifies the camp could have cost 8.82 million versus tabulated 12.86 million with nearly 1 million more expected.
Coroner Phelan renewed the hearing on Dorothy Riley and the trolley death at Pickett's Switch Fairfield. Witnesses gave largely similar testimony to the prior session, including Elizabeth Bonnelese who described leaving the car and not seeing the eastbound trolley until behind the car she left. The coroner reserved his finding.
Washington November 12 chief executives of thirteen railroad employes organizations condemned the railroad reorganization bill now before the House saying labor provisions are more vicious and subtle than those in the Cummins bill They urged federal control of the railroads for two more years to protect workers interests.
A festive proclamation invites boys and girls to visit Toyland, praising its brightness and variety. Grownups are welcome, but the space is presented as a shared realm for children, urging immediate and frequent visits to enjoy its fairyland appeal and attractions.
Business wearers seek stylish overcoats matching new suits. We offer tailored Tag ub Wy Lightweights and heavyweights in single and double breasted ulsters with form fitting cuts. Warmth without weight, fabrics in blues browns greens grays heather shades. Values range 35 to 60 dollars.
The article touts Kerchiefs in the center aisle rear with bright Christmas appeal. It highlights various styles from Switzerland in fine linen with Point Venise edges priced at $2, lace edging at 75c, narrow lace edged and embroidered corner pieces, plain linen for men at 75c, and children’s pieces with colored borders at 25c.
Progressive American potters present a 100-piece dinnerset for twelve at 32 dollars. The set features a brown background with rose bud accents, graceful shape, good finish and weight, and strong value. Individual pieces range from soup plates 1.25 per dozen to sauce boats 1 each, with glassware and blown glass items offered at special prices.
Limited supply of diamond rings of high fineness with single stones described as fiery and life like. Mounted in Tiffany 14K gold. stated values range from 45 to 50 dollars, offered at 30 dollars per dozen. Located left aisle, front.
A catalog of table linens and napery items describes pattern cloths from 66 to 72 inches square with prices from 4 to 15.50 dollars, matching napkins up to 16.50 per dozen, special lengths and sizes, union linen and pure linen damask offerings, plus mercerised damask lunch sets and center aisle placement noted. The tone is promotional and period seller language.
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