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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Nov 30, 1918

Page

3

Memorial service planned by Bridgeport Elks lodge

The Bridgeport lodge of Elks, Homer Cummings of Stamford Lodge, and a Philadelphia like memorial program will honor deceased members. A noon start, musical interludes, orations by Homer Cummings, and a processional conclude with The Star Spangled Banner. Members listed include Kingston Fahey Planagan McPadden Corvally Lynch Ege McPadden Bromley and others.

Bridgeport Lodge of Elks Homer Cummingsford Lodge Cummings John, J. Pow Odg Elks Otelock Inget Lashner Flather Hayes Stamford Lodge Blair Mozart Briggs Loren Delbridge Uames George ~Kingston John F. Fahey John V. ‘Planagan Daniel “McPadden Nathan Herz Samuel Flanagan

Appreciation at First Presbyterian Service

The First Presbyterian Church plans a Christmas appreciation service honoring overseas service members. Rev Alexander Allison will voice the appreciation message, with the honor roll read by Col J M Gilbert US Army. Music by Elmer Joyce and choir includes DeKoven Song of the Flag and Little Lone Star in the Window.

First Presbyterian Church Alexander Alison J.M Buck Vincent Costa Chadwick Lemare Friml Steana

Coast Guard Rescues Crew of Sinking Ship

Coast Guard rescues eight crewmen from a sinking three masted schooner wrecked on rocks near Gloucester Massachusetts. The exhausted crew was saved as the ship faced total loss. President Wilson also received Jacob Theodore Cremer as the new Netherlands minister in Washington.

Coast. Guard Gloucester Mass Novas Boise Rocks Brace, Queen Boythe -Glouster Wilson Wetherlands Washington Jacob ‘Theodore ‘Cremer Netherlands

Wolf and Fox Fur Goods Featured in Winter Wear

Prices and descriptions highlight black wolf and Yukon wolf scarves costing 27.50 with matching muffs 35 to 50, finer scarfs 35 40 or 65, black fox scarfs 75 to 100 with matching muffs 85, taupe fox 65 to 100. Text touts durability, gloss, and season-long wear with strong color matching and shape.

Dainty Underwear Delights Featured in Silk and Lace

A vintage ad extols dainty undergarments in silk and satin, praising camisoles, combination garments, and nainsook pieces. It highlights velvet gowns, lace trimming, and embellished petticoats priced from 1.25 to 10.50, inviting readers to the second floor display.

Curtains of beauty and strength

Curtains of marquisette and double thread ensure extra wear and straight, square drape. Mercerised fabric adds soft silky luster and delays laundering. Trimmed with Cluny and antique laces along edges, finished with silk hemstitching. Third floor, price four dollars.

Fine coats for women with rich beauty and style

The article describes women's coats made from rich wool fabrics such as crystal cloth, velour and broadcloth in high waisted cuts with belts and various pleat styles. It highlights luxurious furs, bright linings, and color options like French blue Pekin plum taupe and navy. Prices quoted range from $45 to $75 for the winter season.

Clearance on Women’s Shoes Repeats $7 to $5.95 Sale

The store advertises women’s shoes originally $7 now $5.95 as they clear stock. Shoes include Brown kid laced models with cloth tops and stitched tips, French or military heels, plus gray kid laced shoes with wing or imitation tips. Sizes vary in one or the other style, all priced from today’s cost.

Men’s Shoes On Sale At Near A Dollar Discount

Bargain alert on sturdy black leather shoes with durable soles priced around 3.55 to 3.99. Sizes vary, with full-toe blucher and English-fast lace styles available. Main floor rear display.

Women’s hats of true beauty and grace

An old advertisement describes hats with graceful lines and correct fit for the wearer. Velvet and satin are preferred, with black and fur shades popular, and flowers, ostrich decorations, and fur accents common. Sizes vary, shapes may be small or large, price range from $5 up. Second floor.

Put on now for suit and overcoat savings

If you put off now is the time to buy a suit or overcoat. The ad touts Kuppenheimer and Hart Schaffner & Marx garments at special prices, with ranges from $16.50 to $45 and multiple styles for men and boys, emphasizing ready stock for returning service members and general shoppers alike.

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Warm plaid and white blankets for sale at good value

Large plaid blankets with soft texture and firm weave in tan gray and blue, 68 by 68 inches at 7.50. White blankets with pink or blue border feature pure cotton warp and soft wool filling. Light weight yet warm. size 70 by 80 inches, located on main floor rear.

Slippers Advertise Warm Restful Sleep Options

An ad promotes slippers described as warm and easy for restful sleep with options in pink blue gray and color names. Prices listed as 59, 79, and 89 cents and additional colors include gray khaki fawn.

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