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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Oct 25, 1922
Page
3
New England W D Oct 24 People in this district prepare a community thanksgiving prayer meeting for Sunday Oct 29 to honor the providence that answered prayers for rain on May 28 and produced the area’s greatest wheat and grain crops. Earlier, May 28 united Protestant Catholic Lutheran and others in prayer for relief from drought as rain arrived and crops prospered.
Trustee Paul Goldberg reported the bankrupt estate of Morris Marks yesterday with debts of 3855.61 and assets of 83 dollars. Costs of administration will be paid from the assets and creditors will share 65 cents.
Danist W. Rowell of Bridgeport filed suit against Jacob and Emma Miller of Trumbul seeking 34 000 damages for alleged refusal to perform contract for release of premises with option to buy and related terms.
Ralph Garofana of Bridgeport sues for 15000 alleging injuries from a September collision with a Bridgeport car caused by negligence. Audrey Saith of Jersey City filed the suit yesterday. A second suit for 6000 by Frederick Fable Jr on behalf of daughter Helen of Weagonsloh against Melier of New York cites injuries from a September auto collision on Tomoway in front of the child’s home.
Violet Elida Ward of Bridgeport sues Harry Richand Ward of Groton for divorce alleging desertion one week after their marriage on October 16. The petition lists other divorces filed with the Superior Court clerk, naming Stratford and Bridgeport residents and dates from 1913 to 1918.
The Junior Chamber of Commerce hosts a dinner where Republican James W. Husted and Democratic Albert Levitt will present their sides. About 15 to 200 members attend in the banquet room with the public allowed after 9:00. President Justice announces the speakers and open meeting aims to foster debate on campaign topics.
Counsel for A Yate Dubovsky administrator of Samuel Dubovsky estate reached a settlement for 1.00 damages over the death of the plaintiff's son caused by a fallen pole. The case settled out of court though the criminal action against the defendant remains for the December term. Coroner John I Phelan faced criticism for not replacing the pole after tenant notice of its danger.
The Swedish Ant Tube Association of Bridgeport plans a Wednesday evening concert to raise funds for tuberculosis care in sanatoria and homes. The group serves 49 patients and appeals to Swedish residents to support relief through the winter, aiding the board and young women at Hu far¢ and Wallingford facilities.
The State trade school purchases new equipment to rebuild the gore machine department. When installed, students will have an opportunity for full or part time instruction in hand screw, Gridley, ficome Brown and Sharp automatic machining work.
Local reader notices list meetings for many fraternal and civic groups including Italian Women's Council at 36 Beach street Enighet lodge 52 Cannon street Subalpine club 29 Ash street Farren lodge A C UC Wi 182 State street Tucetta Warner circle 1 Ags 51 State street Wawempom trite 1 O R 3 189 Kyoto council Daughters of Pocahontas at 1119 Broad street and other lodges across Broad Main Stratford and Elm addresses Awaiting further details attendees urged to verify times and venues
Worcester police arrested Frank J. Tally on a warrant for failure to provide support for minor children. He was held pending Worcester authorities arrival to take him back. Anthony Lilley of 188 North Avenue was arrested with a big automobile on the wrong side of the street and released on a license for a hearing today.
Tan heavy fabric skirts feature a large plaid line contrast in black or green on lavender. One side has pockets and big buttons. the waist is gathered with a wide belt. Price listed as 12.50. A second style offers soft fabric in a plain tri color design.
A vintage catalog describes corsets by well known maker C. B. with strong quality cues. Styles include elastic top pieces in figured material with front steel and long hip, flesh coutil options with elastic backs, and double boning. Prices range from two to three dollars.
A retail listing shows multiple titles with authors and prices including Frances Little, Frank Packard, Geo. A. Chamberlain, Holman Day, Emile Cone, C. Harry Brooks, Barry Pain, Anthony Pryde, B. L. N. Bower, Sax Rohmer, and Minton Harvey. Items cover novels, self help, and mystery works, with prices ranging from $1.25 to $4.73. Main Gage piel Ave.
Howco cocoa has become popular without national ads, rivaling Howco coffee. The high grade product is packed in half pound cans, 14c. Howel milk cocoa is ready to serve for 25c. Crown cocoa comes in pound cans for 29c. Ragemont trumt
Silk petticoats in jersey with taffeta flounces, some imperfect but barely noticeable, priced at 3.95. Varied colors and styles in stock, with slight flaws deemed negligible by sellers. Second floor item noted as available.
A vintage newspaper ad highlights hairdressing services for permanent waving, shampooing, manicuring, and treatments. It promotes expert attention, children's cuts on Hubby Horse chairs, and barber Bill Tored Hoar, touting comfortable robes and months of football trips with robes priced from $4.50 to $29.
Doris curling kits offered in special sizes for various needs with sets for bobbed hair and longer styles. A special Doris fluid promises wave permanency explained by a local demonstrator in the nation section this week. Main floor dining features a full lunch menu with beef, lamb, fish, salads, desserts and hot drinks.
A nostalgic piece recalls bright circus crowds and banners while urging readers to notice advertisements in the paper, calling ads the greatest show on earth and promising they spark curiosity, interest, desire, and happiness through merchants and wares.
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