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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Oct 14, 1920
Page
3
L B Nickerson states embargoes on less than car load freight in Bridgeport are lifting but depend on rapid movement from yards and house. He was called to expedite shipments amid backlog and says continued embargo risk hinges on shipper speed. congestion eased when freight moves promptly.
Boston October 1 Governor Lawrence Lowell heads the League of Nations Day committee urging all states to proclaim Sunday October 24 as League of Nations Day to promote covenant understanding but Governor Collins declines citing intrusion on worship and parental influence. Charleston West Virginia October 13 Governor Cornwell announces October 24 will not be officially observed as League of Nations Day in the state to avoid political tone and potential backlash.
Members of the Fifth District Democratic club plan a large rally on Monday night October 18 at the Junior High School on Maplewood avenue. A parade will precede the event down the district’s main street. Alderman candidate Albert H. Van Ness will speak along with state senate candidate Joseph Mongrain from the 21st district. Town chairman John A. Cornell Jr. said a speaker from National Headquarters in New York will discuss The League of Nations. Women from the district and other areas are invited.
Patrick H. Fitzpatrick was elected president of St Peter's Holy Name Society at the annual meeting in the church parlor on Howard Avenues. John Fogarty named vice president and treasurer William Hegarty. Rev Michael Ach named chaplain. Mestinga will be held twice a month. the group has about 200 members and plans a recruitment drive.
The 28th annual state Christian Endeavor convention will be hosted Friday to Sunday at the First Presbyterian church. About 80 delegates are expected with sessions starting Friday at 2 PM led by State President T. Phillipe. Speakers include Leon A. Soper of Hartford Rev Danforth of New London and Rev Donald B. MacQueen of this city.
Mrs. Wilson, wife of Secretary of Labor Wilson, died at the Washington home today after a long illness from a paralytic stroke. She was 61 and survived by nine children and her husband.
Logansport Ind Oct 13 Gov Cox sent a message to Tris Speaker of the Cleveland World champions praising the Ohio pride in your victory and good spirits from James M Cox in a brief congratulatory note.
Readers can buy titles by Jackson Gregory Gilbert Parker Louis Tracy George Gibbs Patrick MacGill and Sewell Ford from our regular library stock at 95 cents each. Some volumes are soiled but priced to clear at 9 cents to move quickly.
A fragment describes snug velvet hats priced at five dollars, noting their secure fit, rolling brim, and ability to hold a veil while with a tiny rhinestone pin adds a flashy accent. The text references colors and ornate styling in a dated fashion voice.
An aged advertisement highlights delicate Italian silk underwear emphasizing light weight fit and luxurious feel. It describes bodices and vests with embroidery and reinforced durability priced at $4.50 and bloomers with ribbon bands and pretty bows priced at $5.00, presenting a refined yet affordable luxury.
An advertisement hawks U S Army shoes for men priced at 5.75 dollars. The shoes are built with durable leather and Munson lasts, offered in tan and brown for outdoor work or bench daytime use. The note claims War Department authorization and notes availability in Nitro West Virginia at the main floor rear.
Vermont made chocolate candies advertised as toothsome centers with a fine coating, sold in Bridgeport only at land's, for the children. The jars contain hard earthy tittle sticks and good flavors, with a basement listing.
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