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Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Oct 09, 1920

Page

5

Coolidge Visits Brockton Fair with New Shoes Gift

Gov Coolidge and New Hampshire Gov Bartlett visit the Brockton Agricultural Society fair arriving by special train. A 15 piece band and 11th Massachusetts Infantry guard the event. Coolidge is presented Brockton-made shoes and Berkshire overcoat. he notes no shoe purchase in 13 months.

Brockton Mase Coolidge John H. Bartlett New Hampshire Chanaing Broohton Agricultural Society Boston Commercial Club Fairgrounds 11Th Infantry Massachusetts State Guard Great Barrington

Leg Is Cut Off by Light of Lantern

New York October 8 Physicians using a Bickering Lantern soothed and freed Henry Helms motorman from tangled wreckage after two street cars telescoped injuring 20 others. Helms had one leg removed and later the other as doctors operated with anaesthetic to save time. Conductor William Wherax suffered a fractured skull but slight chance of recovery remain. Accident followed brakes failing on a steep descent of Amsterdam avenue.

New York Henry Helms Helms Hiclms William Wherax Amsterdam Avenue

Louisiana Eyes Mexican Laborers For Fields

Louisiana planters and business leaders back a proposal by Barry D. Wilson to import Mexican laborers for cane tea sugar and cotton work. He asked the federal immigration bureau to grant permission with relaxed rules similar to border states. Louisiana faces about 8 000 planting and 16 000 harvesting workers amid a migration of Black workers to cities.

New Orleans Louisiana Barry D. Wilson Agriculture and Immigration Federal Immigration Bureau

Denies G P Pays Way to Front Porch

Senator Now chairman of the Republican Speakers' bureau issued a statement denying that the Republican national committee paid the expenses of any delegation members visiting Marion to hear Senator Barding speak from his front porch. Representative James W. McClintock of Oklahoma, Democratic speakers' bureau chairman, released a letter claiming a Republican regional director planned to cover all expenses for the visitor.

Chicago Republican National ~ Committee Marion Barding James W. McClintick Oklahoma

Shelton Man Arrested With Suitcase Of Ram

Theodore Ferro of Shelton was arrested by federal agents as he stepped from a New York express train here. A catcher containing patch was seized and Ferro was brought before United States Commissioner Hugh A Lavery. He is held in bonds of $50 for a hearing on October 18. The suitcase Ferro carried was unusually heavy when he alighted from the train.

Theodore Ferro Shelton New York Ferro United States Hugh A. Lavery

Priority coal movement orders issued for Canada route

The Interstate Commerce Commission issued priority orders today for coal shipments to Canada, covering movement to the territory east of the eastern boundary of Montana Wyoming Colorado and New Mexico.

Washington Montana Wyoming Colorado New Mexico Interstate Commerce Commission

Airflight to Alaska and Canada diverted chaos in transit

In a fogged routing update from Prince George and Jasper through B C and Alberta, three United States army planes from Nomu Alaska bound for Migeola were reported en route and then diverted to Geary House Tucl. The Bedford mills will close next week with 4,700 workers laid off while most other plants pause operations for Monday.

Edmonton Alta United States Army Nomu Alaska Migeola Prince George B. C Pamenvon Ward Jasper Geary House Bedford Mass Columbus Bay

Prices Drop Emphasize Quality and Value for Patrons

Our notice states prices have fallen on many merchandise items though not all. We pledge to maintain high quality standards and to offer value, insisting that the best overall deal comes from quality and service that remains cheapest in the end.

Baby Corner offers dainty nursery wear and bonnets

A department showcases new baby comforts from silk bonnets in jap silk crepe de chine and poplin to white crocheted hats, helmets, and knitted drawers. Prices range from 1.25 to 5.95 with selections in white, blue, grey, and brown. Exclusive with Rockwell & Co. in this city.

Imore Loggins

Good Savings on Fall Footwear at Rockwell & Co

Saturday new prices are lower than regular on Rockwell & Co footwear. Highlights include Black Kid lace shoe at 7.50 from 9.00, Patent colt lace shoes at 9.50 from 12.00, and Brown kid button shoe at 10.00 from 12.00. Also Golden brown blucher at 10.00 from 12.00. Tweedie Boot Tops and Standard Spats displayed. department at Middle St entrance.

Drop in Hosiery Market Brings Fine Values

Wholesale drop lowers silk hose prices from high to well below past costs. Italian Silkose at 2.98 and other silk hose at 1.95 plus children’s hose 0.87 0.49 and 0.79. Manufacturer irregulars with minor flaws offered as general wear silk hose value up to 4.30 now priced to clear stock.

Standard Toilet Articles at Low Prices in Ad List

Daily items available include face powders, tooth pastes, dental preparations, creams, lotions, talcum powders, manicure goods, and soaps. The ad features brands like Cocoanut Oil, Kolynos, Pebeco, Pears, Palmolive, Woodbury, Cutex, Cuticura, and Palmolive, with various prices and sizes.

Wool Scarfs Offer Warmth and Colorful Style

Advertising notes brushed wool scarves suitable for games and outdoor activities. Features plain colors, plaids, and stripes in fine Vienna wool quality. Prices range from $2.95 to $25, highlighting warmth and fashion appeal for cold days.

Vienna

New Leather Goods Display Promotes Velvet Bags and Boxes

New bags shown in Leather Goods featuring Silk Velvet in brown black navy and taupe with lined interiors and chenille tassel bottoms. Strap top envelope pocketbooks offered in various leathers and colors, with beauty boxes and new shapes priced from 1.65 to 6.95 dollars, including a 2.50 value bag.

Glove Sale Highlights New Fall Embroideries

Nearly all women seek new gloves to match a new frock suit or coat. Fall stock on display showcases newer embroideries and shades in multiple lengths. A notable glove in kid leather comes in black grey and brown with over-sewn seams, now $2.93 from $3.25. Washable Cape Gloves in mouse and grey with embroidered backs offer street wear value now $2.45 down from $4.50.

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G. O.P Nas Big Fair Motorman Shelton Man Ram Canada NOBLE RockweLl & Co Main ST Elm Evora Bolivia Modart Madame Iren la Thelma Lyons and Panne Hatter’s Vanta Baby Garments Middle St Marysie Kolynos Dr. Lyons Dow Pond Dagger &Ramsdell Gerrard Johnson & Johnaén Babcock Syke Woodbury’s Pudoas Tts
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