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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Oct 06, 1923
Page
4
Ansonia reports an easy morning blast at the Fes Uekwat Tames service shop on Maple Street. A compressor exploded causing about 2000 in damage, shattering windows and scattering debris along the highway. A man in bed nearby was raised two feet by the blast. The event led to 400 in building loss and widespread stock damage.
Bridgeport High meets Hartford in the second football game of the season this afternoon. Hartford beat Bridgeport last year by a wide margin, and the team aims to avenge that defeat with all members eager for victory.
Bella Dorozinsky found guilty by a jury in Common Pleas court after a July 3 collision with a baby carriage at Down and Broad streets. She received the minimum penalty of 30 dollars plus costs. other defendants faced fines and brief jail terms for related offenses.
Hydrantic company officials report Bridgeport holds a safer water position than many towns as Hemlock and Island Brook reservoirs run low. Boston reservoirs offer reserve capacity for months, while Easton and nearby farms face dry wells and residents haul water from local reservoirs for months. Tailored clothing and men’s wear advertised locally.
Appealing hats for men offering satisfaction after months of wear. Soft pliable felts, well finished and banded by skilled hat makers. Hats priced from 3 to 12 50 with Berg and Emerson brands. Main floor rear.
A sale note touts sport skirts in fall fabrics including wool, plaids, and camel hair with a limited quantity. Plain models and pleated styles in dark and light shades are offered. Prices highlight 7 50 for women’s skirts and 13 75 for boys fall outfits, with size ranges 7 to 18 years.
Prices listed at 12.50 for dresses in velvet silk crepe de chine and wool fabrics. The article notes beauty and style, including color accents and pockets, with the garments described as distinctive and well made, offered as a good investment at the low price.
A hearing on the Bridgeport Public Library board's request to confirm the sale of Main Street property to National Bank for 906000 will be held before Judge Frank C. Maines in the Superior Court next Friday morning at 9 28 0. Directors seek a quick hearing as final sale details await court action. Hartford Attorney General Frank Hearf, named in the action, has not replied to letters. City Attorney John Cornell noted this yesterday.
William and Helen Timble announce a son born October 4 at 1 Boson avenue Ban. John and Maud Trouscher report a daughter born October 4 at 100 White Street. Martin Costello and Anna Costello announce a daughter born October 1 at 357 William Street Ban. Felice spd Lienan Dumarce a daughter born September 59 at 427 Kossuth Street. Charles Sardone and Louise Easton Conn and Ron report a birth on September 24. Ludwig Raossent and Sarah Raossent a daughter born September 28 at 805 Ratford Avenue. Harry Smith and Edith Park tiree a daughter born September 25. Leonard Sainto and Jucia Sainto a daughter born September 94 Mora Street. Antonio Standarda and Gracia Standarda a son born September 27 at 285 Waterview Avenue. Michael Rich and Jennie Rich a daughter born September 655 Arc hie Street. Marriage Ticket Farry Mins 4 and Florence Rob Sileet Sixth Street 43 Sixth
George James of 40 South Main Street was arrested on Fairfield Avenue yesterday morning after allegedly drinking, with authorities fearing he might dash into traffic. He could not initially provide his name. Also noting a Friday with unusually many Jewish weddings in Medigevares.
Fall shoe fashions present subdued color and higher craftsmanship. The display features black suede one strap pumps, Norwegian calf oxfords, plain toe oxfords in sunset calf, and black calf options from $7.50 to $9. A wide, appealing assortment includes black grain, brown grain calf oxfords, brown lotus calf, and wing tip styles, emphasized on the main floor.
Listing describes women's silk hose with liste top and seam back in multiple colors black brown beige and grey plus olive and bamboo shades. Also includes women's lisle ribbed sport hose from top to toe in black and cordovan, and children's ribbed golf hose in heather blends. Main floor left.
Women’s leather and chamoisette gloves in various shades and styles. Fringed tops with spear point backs, beaver and covert tones, including tan brown grey and black. Pricing and catalog details suggest option S1 and S2 with main floor Canter display.
A brief note advertises Howco tea with emphasis on garden chop blend Formosa and mixed-special options. It mentions Friday and Saturday availability and a price detail of 43c per 1b or 2% for Sl. line items.
Howland offers men six dollar shoes in multiple styles including Russia calf broad toe and English laced medium toe. Options include black kid bluchers broad toe, Russia calf English laced oxfords, tan grain and tan calf blucher oxfords, and tan calf blucher oxfords with broad toe. Splendid feathers and lots of style for $6.
The ad promotes C B corsets with claims of quality, fit and comfort. It lists options like medium bust, medium length for short figures, white coutil, and elastic-top models. Prices are described as reasonable, inviting readers to seek solutions on the second floor.
An old advertisement urges buying holiday kerchiefs now with fresh arrivals. It highlights women kerchiefs with lace corners and hauste center, and an all linen kerchief priced at 35c with Donegal hand work. Men’s linen kerchiefs feature a hemstitched border at 35c. Main floor, right center.
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