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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Oct 18, 1918
Page
16
Undertakers report coffin and grave labor shortages amid a prevailing epidemic. One cemetery allegedly paid up to 34 per day for diggers, with Bridgeport's stock nearly exhausted. An undertaker warned that supply will constrain immediate offerings rather than family choice.
Attio Serielio of 57 Evitts Lane and Toney Treinian of 118 Marion Street were fined $2 each after a City Court arraignment for threatening to "clean out" a saloon on East Marin Street early Wednesday evening. The incident prompted charges of making threats and public disturbance.
Danbury girl Helen O Donneh becomes the bride of Leo F Gallagher of Bethel at St Peter s church Danbury ceremony followed by a breakfast at the groom s home The couple will reside in Waterbury with Gallagher employed there A son was born to Mr and Mrs Frederick J Kirk of Greenwood Avenue and others illness and local notices follow the Connecticut State Guard Co D met last evening noting department activity
Sergt Peck, son of Mr. and Mrs. Marvin Peck of 607 William Street, died last Wednesday at Fort Sill Oklahoma and was buried with full military honors in Mountain Grove cemetery Tuesday evening. A letter from First Lieutenant Frank Gillick praised his qualities as a United States soldier and his work as a master signal electrician, a high non commissioned rank. He served as non commissioned instructor in the radio school and taught pilots and observers the mastery of wireless.
Police report details a missing $65 to $67 said to have belonged to John Wagner of Alptowh Pa and linked to an employee known as Cigarette, who allegedly shared a bed with the man who misplaced the funds. No capture announced. Mrs Thomas Carney dies at 66 Grassy Plain Street after pneumonia leaving a widow and four children.
War department announced the capture of two officers and eight enlisted men in prisoner camps. New England names include Alton E. Stowell of North Dana Massachusetts Henry Richard of Holyoke Joseph Sieley of Holyoke George Turner of Providence Rhode Island George Triggs of Woodsville New Hampshire Phillip Billion of Fall River Massachusetts and others. Officers Lieutenants William Tanney of New York City and Charles V. P. Newbold of Wayne New Jersey were reported in good health at camps with unknown locations.
Daniel Js. Tooic of Pittsburg, Pa delivers a free lecture at the Baptist Temple near Saiefield avenue this evening at 8 o clock. The topic is Why God permits a World War. A cordial invitation is extended to all.
Harry J. Pratt's service station on Golden Hill street between Harrison and Courtland is nearing completion. The first floor should be ready for occupancy by the end of next month. The building measures 160 by 60 feet and will be two stories tall with brick steel and concrete construction.
A patristic young man from Mobile donated a growing cotton field to the Red Cross while daughters of Mobile's leading families volunteered to pick the cotton, supporting relief efforts.
An advertising blurb urges Little Americans to do their bit by buying Kellogg’s at nearby groceries. It touts Kellogg’s as economical and convenient, ready to serve and labor saving, claiming the cereal needs no added sugar due to its flavor from the Kellogg Process.
New York dispatch reports British forces found Abdul Baha at Haifa in Palestine. Abdul Baha, head of the Bahai faith, once toured the United States in 1912 visiting churches and addressing a Persian American education society convention in Washington. The London cable notes a small band of Persian adherents and good health while in British care at Haifa near Mount Carmel.
Engagement of Hylmar Carlson and Miss Rhoda Anderson, both of Georgetown, is announced. Anderson has led for two years in the dry goods department at Connery Bros. and company, becoming popular among a large circle of friends. Carlson has worked for Gilbert and Bennett Manufacturing company. They are both worthy young people. Oscar Johnson has completely recovered from a gas attack in France and is reported to have placed fourth in a 440-yard race with his regiment. Joe Miesner of Coast Artillery corps is severely wounded in action August 21. Red Cross met at the chapel with officers re-elected. Dr. Tate will deliver sermons at Gilbert Memorial Congregational church on soldiers questions, with moving pictures. Private George Schnieder arrived safely in France. Mrs. R O Bennett and Doris spent Tuesday in Bridgeport and Norwalk.
Adolph Kornbluh and his firm Adolph Kornbluh and Frank A. Romanelli were adjudged bankrupt in Hartford by Judge Edwin & Thomas on October 16. petitions filed August 29 state he cannot locate former partner Romanelli. the firm dissolved with no assets and outstanding debts of 14764.72 dollars, including a 5000 dollar note to New York banks. Creditors are mainly New York City based with judgments recorded in New York courts in 1908.
Fire damaged the home of W H Sprang on Chestnut avenue Walnut Beach at 3 pm causing about 1000 dollars in losses. Two children were left to watch as Arctic Milford central fire company confined the blaze to the first floor after Myrtle Beach fire company failed to respond due to a shortage of available firefighters. A thousand feet of hose was used to reach the scene.
Advertisement proclaims a promotion for a 112 piece set of oleomargarine pieces. It explains timing for two additional 35 piece sets, each requiring 25 coupons and $3.75, with prepaid transportation. Emphasizes purity taste and coupon in every pound carton redeemable with others.
An advertisement extols HOSEN as discriminating women’s undergarments emphasizing perfect fit and lasting shape. It lists Union Suits in multiple weights and fabrics, including white cotton, merino, silkcatee, and mentions vests and tights. It invites shoppers to locate Forest Mills Underwear retailers offering durable merchandise and service.
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