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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Oct 08, 1920

Page

3

Irish Reprisals After an Ambush Report from Tubbercurry

Dublin officials review the raids at Tubbercurry last week and describe a night of intense reprisal. A motor lorry with Brady and O Hara was ambushed, casualties followed as police and soldiers moved, and disciplined restraint failed amid heavy firing and chaotic scenes near the barracks and creameries.

Dublin Cirman Tubbercurry Puritin Castle Brady O'Hara Vubercurry Barracks Suzo Noice

Stocks of Liquor Mist Stay in Bond

October 7 report from ASLINGTON states Prohibition Commissioner Kramer ordered withdrawal of whiskey from bond temporarily in parts of Penny ny and New Jersey after illicit sales were found. He said the move affects whiskey sales but may be lifted soon. withdrawal for industrial use whiskey cannot be suspended.

Aslington Kramer Pennyny New Jersey

New Embargo on New Haven Road

A new embargo was imposed on freight traveling the New Haven road following congestion on the Ikerlem River Maybrook and Caraybell route. The embargo, not seen since the war began, aims to ease delays though it threatens mercantile interests in the region.

Ikerlem River Maybrook Caraybell New Haven Road Tadusteigl

Milk bottle shortage still cripples local dairies

Local dairymen report the bottle shortage, though eased, leaves four months of bottle backlog and more than 700000 bottles out of use citywide. Bottles have not yet returned to dealers, delaying full daily deliveries to customers. An earlier price increase for store bottles helped push returns but many bottles remain elusive.

Quairit

Hunger Strike Seeks Release of War Objector Salmon

Conscientious objector Benjamin J. Salmon, held since July 13 in a Washington hospital after transferring from Fort Douglas Utah, continues an 84 day hunger strike despite partial feedings while attorneys seek release via habeas corpus. The case centers on commitment to St Elizabeths asylum and legal action to free him.

Washington Benjamin J. Salmon St. Blaabechs Insutary Hospital Salmon St. Elizabeth's Fort Douglass Utah

Sugar Price Nears Government Fixed Level

New law record in New York indicates the Federal Sugar Refining company cut refined sugar to eleven cents per pound, about a cent below the prior government fixed level. Raw sugar sold at eight cents, duty paid, or one cent above last year’s government price.

New York Federal Sugar Refining Company

Two Manchester Men Nominated in Fourth Senate Race

Hartford reports two Manchester men chosen by parties to contest the Fourth district Senate seat. Republicans named Arthur Bowers and Democrats nominated Edward G Dolan after heated nominations. Acclaim followed in each party’s selection.

Manchester Hartford Senate Arthur &. Bowers Eagh Cass

Fireless cooker advertises easier meals and fuel savings

An advertisement touts a fireless cooker that can prepare roast chicken or fricassee without effort, claiming convenience, reduced coal use, and time savings. It lists three sizes from $30 to $63 and a limited number at $39.50, with features like two compartments and pastry racks, located on the fourth floor.

Gaiters Transform Low Shoes Into High-Cut Comfort

The advertisement touts gray gray ie wy gaiters that convert simple low shoes into stylish high-cut models with rich contrast. It highlights a ten-button fawn brown taupe broadcloth version and a 3h highéut style, offered in fawn taupe gray. Prices noted are $3 and $3.50, with main floor and rear display mentions.

Oriental Incense Delights Atmosphere In Every Room

A refined Oriental incense offers a haunting perfume that fills rooms from a small amount in a burner. The fragrance is described as delightful and as a genuine atmosphere clearer for apartments and living spaces.

Velvet panne bags with metal frames and jewel catches

Handsome velvet panne finish bags in deep blue brown and black shades. Novel graceful shapes with metal or covered frames, jewel catches, and bright linings. Includes vanity pocket, mirrors, and compact purses. War tax prices range from $8.05 to $19.05.

Quiet colored knit top with V neck and short sleeves

A description notes colors that are subdued to slim figure appearance. It highlights a V neck and sleeves of two lengths, offered in sizes 48 50 and 52 with second fluorescent option.

Handdrawn corner designs on fabrics offered

A brief listing notes price points 75c each and 3c similar items, with corners finished by hand drawn designs. It mentions a $1.25 and $1.50 filer aisle at the rear.

Handsome furs showcase new style and colors

A fragment advertises rich furs with gloss and variety from beaver, sable, Hudson seal, and raccoon to opossum and wolf, priced from 80 to 15 dollars. Scarfs feature taupe and black dyes and assorted fox patterns, noted for warmth and alert appearance.

Yukon

New Fancy Trimmings and Bandings Range 7.50

Tan white navy or gray fabrics feature Oriental Persi patterns in rust blue and brown shades. Rich effects with satin foundation offered as new decorative trims and medals. Prices range from 72 to 50 dollars? to 7.50.

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