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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Nov 24, 1926

Page

3

Runaway New York Boy Found by Westport Officer

An eleven year old lad from Brooklyn was picked up wandering in Westport. He rode a train toward home to visit his sister but lost his ticket. He asked not to tell his father and was taken to Yonkers to be turned over to the police.

Westport Frank Vitello Harvey Brown Bas Ridge Brooklyn Grant Central Wesport Frank Brown Hisiunawa Moi En Loh

Duty on Pictures Disappoints Actress Ben Affleck

Canadian officials refuse release of Ben Tain photographs citing ad valorem tariff of 2.15 percent and 5 percent sales tax. The total duty equals 6.82 cents per picture, with about ten thousand images affected. Ben protests the amount while complying with fan requests.

New York Ben Tain Ben Aimle Montreal

Thief Headache Story Echoes in Brooklyn Claim

A quoted testimonial from Richard A. David describes a personal health struggle labeled a thief as he recounts days lost to sick headache. The speaker credits Carter’s Little Liver Pills for relief, claiming they restore regularity and ease symptoms.

Brooklyn Richard A David ‘Won West

Duplicate and Progressive Auction Bridge Debates

The article surveys three bridge play methods including duplicate and progressive formats, noting memory and convention differences. It discusses partnership changes, bonus rules, and scoring impacts, highlighting duplicate as the strongest skill test and progressive as most sociable. Tomorrow’s column promises reader questions answered.

Gage Dupate Eoo

Rooney Nominated for Post Leader

Thomas W Rooney chief of the city department was nominated for commander of the United Spanish War Veterans post. Other officers nominated include Ek G Lovejoy senior vice commander J H Wen junior vice commander Frank Count officer of the day James Burns officer of the board and Benjamin Steward trustee for three years. The state nomination is likely to be elected as is.

Thomas W Rooney Rausay Livut Bishop Camp United Spanish War Veterans Ek G Lovejoy J H Wen James Burns Koard Benjamin Steward Sire

Canada Trainmen Vote for Strike After Pay Rise Rejected

Reported nationwide turmoil as Canadian railway workers demand a wage increase after rejection by the board. Voting showed overwhelming support for strike action, with organizers pressing for a negotiated settlement before potential job action. Local and national committees weigh next steps as authorities monitor the situation.

Mrs Wakeman Case Again Delayed at Trial

The case against Mrs Frania Pring Tru Wale min of Southport charges reckless endangerment. Witnesses testified and the judge planned to clear the matter before continuing November 6 as lawyers seek to accommodate absent witnesses and possible travel. The scene centered near the Cannon and Mustlin streets intersection.

Tudo Pacon Waikenin Turfild Willam J Biebles Lou Hitran Frainia Pring Tru Walemin Southport Chagel Cis Clarence Lhiiksynne Mon Walemin Joseph Woleman Judesson Cannon Ind

New Britain Man Holds $30 Bill at City Event

A New Britain man held for display a $30 bill tied to a Folgeld note dated September 17. Officials state the $37 Folgeld by Benad is part of a token economy. The event drew local interest as a test of modern currency validity.

New Britain NEVA Britain Benad I Lawr

Community Thanksgiving and family notices in Bridgeport

A fragmented local items page mentions Thanksgiving greetings from families in Bridgeport. The column lists Mrs and Mr Punnell, Mr Lunnells, Mr Jhanfart, Mrs Wikheman, and others visiting or hosting relatives. References to charity, church, and parish events appear alongside names such as Mr Lewis Chest and Mrs Ter sell.

Hats at 15 dollars from Late French Models

Reproduced hats by top designers offered at a fraction of original price. Styles suit street and sport wear in Elk gray chamois and other shades. Imported materials and ornate details noted. Paris favorite black wood brown options. Second floor.

Paris

Brown Leathers and Suede Footwear Fashion Pace

Abn presents a fashion note on brown leathers and suede oxford styles priced around 38 50. It highlights one strap Cuban heel suede pumps at 7 50 to 8 50, sheer stockings in silk to the top, and decorative flowers like orchids and gardenias to complete ensembles.

Enamel Mesh Bags Featured in New Two Style Line

A new process improves Enamel Mesh Bags priced at $1.75 with guaranteed enamel that resists chipping and is unaffected by dampness or salt water. Two snap styles with fringe bottom in red ivory green lavender brown blue and more. Mandarin brand bags praised as well-made and good value. Also on sale on main floor colored sport kerchiefs solid kerchiefs priced 15c to 50c and other apparel including sweaters and coats on second floor with ranges from 39c to $7.50.

Mandarian

Vestee and Cuff Sets Introduced in New Colors

New vestee and cuff sets priced at 2 dollars feature white tan or flesh crepe de chine. Vestees show a scalloped round neck popular with shoppers and are offered in fresh designs to expand their wardrobe options.

Scarves in New Shades and Fabrics at Value Prices

Georgette or Crepe de Chine scarves priced at four fifty each. Fringe and play ends offered in delightfully new colors and designs for shoppers seeking stylish accessories.

Georgette

Hats and colors from Main Fleet at $4 to $8

A compact classified note promotes warm hats from Main Fleet. The item emphasizes lightweight comfort as Rayon and Wool blend options offer warmth without bulk and are available in tan gray and brown checks. Prices range from four to eight dollars.

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WY. Boy Officer Brown Rooney BAYER BAS Canada Monseriure Lummen Boalwu Lefos Thorn Board of Conuiliction Rte Goles Wohais Reilois Tiainnier Rabiwiy Wi Tory Mrs. Wakeman Nichols Boalgeport Stikies Tenmiuin Ord Tok Mikres Murtse Stratfors Hove Thamespasine Devon Faris Faras Durwid Tohn Durward Mre Gordon Durward Am Ehlidien Biidge Pot Bridgeport Connecticut Wennesday Tom New England Yorke Franchette Hrowland’s Colston Howland Stetson Berg
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