Million Dollar Movie Offer Made by Sherrill To Muriel McCormick
Chicago report says William L. Sherrill claimed to represent New York interests and offered Muriel McCormick a film and stage deal for a project titled Navanna 3 Car. McCormick is Harold McCormick’s daughter and recently married Gan Da Walkka. Rumors place her potential earnings above 1.9 million dollars with proceeds possibly donated to charity. the plot involves college life poverty and love.
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Sherrill
Muriel McCormick
Chicago
William L. Sherrill
New York
Aliss Muriel McCormick
Miss McCormick
Harold McCormick
International Harvester Company
Gan da Walkka
John D. Rockefeller
McCormick
Port Collector Nomination Shifts Fairfield County Race
Harvey Bissell of Ridgefield emerges as a potential port of Bridge nominee to replace James L. McGovern as term ends. Bissell, current Connecticut state comptroller, may abandon governor bid to pursue federal collectorship. Frederick M. Salmon of Westport seeks Secretary of State on Reform ticket if party controls convention. Salmon had briefly aligned with Bissell two years ago.
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Fiarvey Pl’ Bissell
Ridgefield
Bridgeport
James L. McGovern
Bissell
Supreme Court
Frederick M. Salmion
Westport
Secrets of State
Reraback
Fairfield County
Salmon
Hasting's Small Sizes Corsets Made to Order
Hastings advertises corsets crafted to measure in small sizes 300 4 5. Customers are urged to order fitted garments, highlighting tailored precision and instant availability in limited sizes.
Beer for steel workers favored by James Davis
Chicago dispatch reports James J. Davis, Secretary of Labor, favors beer for steel workers in a chapter of his life story the iron peddler now on press. He likens summer tin mill heat to the Fourth of July in Abyssinia and argues beer eases laboring stomachs while water fails. He cites communism as banishing famine and notes nature uses slackers and fools to conquer error.
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Chicago
James J
Davis
Tron
Four Bridgeport suits filed in Superior Court
Local parties figure in four damage actions brought yesterday in Superior Court. Cited cases include Di C Oil vs Front Ser Manufacturing for 2000 with related debt of 2464. Julius Fleisher and Francis J Beach sue over a 1200 note for 1400. Stephen Siksay sues Dorr R Whitney over a 4000 note for 5000. John Chiota seeks 57000 against Ideal Coal for 7600.
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Su‘perley
di & C. Oil Company
Front Ser Manufacturing Company
North Tonawanda
Julius Fleischer
Francis J. Beach
Trumbull
Stephen
Siksay
Dorr RB
Whitney
Bridgeport
John Chiota
Ideal Coal Company
Wepare
Four Seek Freedom in Divorce Actions
Josephine H Lieberum of this city sues Arthur B Lieberum now in San Francisco for divorce citing desertion and asks for child custody and alimony. Gar rusnee proceedings against the executor of Catherine Lieberum’s estate are noted with claims of $30,000 property. Hunnek E Forman of Stratford petitions alleging desertion by Carl R W Forman on May 28, 1919. Gustav A Lind of Bridgeport seeks freedom from Ida Lind of Stratford for desertion. Minnie B Bodge of this city seeks divorce from ee H eae with intolerable cruelty alleged.
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Josephine H.lieberum
Sity
Arthur B. Lieberum
Sanfrancisco
Gustav A. Lind
Bridgeport
Ida Lind
Stratford
Minnie B. Bodge
Trom Eee H. Eae
Minnie B. Biciner Taree
Sailor’s death on amusement ride ruled accidental
Deputy Coroner Wynne ruled Floyd W. Mekal 26 of Denver died in an amusement ride accident aboard the submarine S-51 at Savin Rock on August 22. Officials testified Mekal, riding with sailors, attempted to move between cars as the ride accelerated, fell, and died hours later at Grace Hospital. Another sailor Wise was hospitalized after witnessing the mangled scene.
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Wynne
Floyd W. Mekal
Denver
S-51
Savin Rock
McMay
Hay
Poanes
Fly van Pes
Stones Corp
St the Grace Hospital
Wise
Frank B. DuPre Hanged in Atlanta for 1929 Jewelry Store Murder
Frank B. DuPre, called a peach tree bandit, was hanged at Fulton County jail in Atlanta at 2 04 p m for the December 10 murder of Troy Walker a private detective who confronted him during a theft at a Peach Tree street jewelry store resulting in a fatal confrontation with a stolen diamond and a chase by police.
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Atlanta
Frank B. DuPre
Fulton County
Troy
Walker
Peach Tree Street
Women's sport oxfords cut to 6.45 at sale
A clearance advertisement promotes women’s sport oxfords at 6.45, describing durable Dutflex soles and leather uppers in gray elk with gray, black or brown saddles. Nearly all sizes available, stock limited, prior price 9 dollars. Footwear featured on a Wola floor rear display.
Velvet Hats Show Autumn Charm and Craft
Velvet hats display varied charm with soft sleek fabric and graceful lines. Models sweep the face with jaunty close-fitting shapes that stay put against autumn winds. Embroidery, braiding, and ornamentation add appeal across blues browns and blacks.
Pretty new dresses for school streets of new fashion
Pretty new dresses for school feature excel lent navy serge with Jack Tar styling for young folks. Pleated accordion skirts, bright blue or red trim, and appliqued decorations mark the line. Sizes 6 to 14, priced at $6.50.
Boys' suits and trousers offered at special values
Boys' Double-Service suits priced at $8.90 with two lined trouser pairs and Norfolk jackets. Grey and tan mohair lining, patch pockets, yoke back, and inverted pleat. Navy Norfolk model in new Norfolk style. Also corduroy trousers with double seat and knee, $2.25. Percale blouses with attached collar and double yoke, 69 cents. Basement front.
Pretty figured juvenile kerchiefs and umbrellas
Ad copy describing girls handkerchiefs and school accessories. Includes pretty figured juvenile kerchiefs for little girls, corner embroidery, a box of 3 kerchiefs for 50 cents, plain white school handkerchiefs, and umbrellas for school girls with light strong frames and easy grasp handles priced at 1.50. Center aisle rear.
Hosiery and undergarments on sale at center aisle
Clever and effective stockings in dark and bright color combos with elastic knit and a firm clasp. Black white or cordovan with risle top and sole priced at 1.95. Lightweight cotton union suits 65c, vests 35c, bodice vests 25c. Center aisle, front.
Cheerful Striped New Sweaters in Autumn Colors
Advertising copy touts cheerful striped sweaters in gray navy tan and brown with Roman stripe patterns. High neck long sleeves priced at $3.75. wool and fiver options with silk blend claim brilliance. Slip-ons in gray and black feature blue or white stripes and convertible collars. Second Poor.
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Harding
Kuppenheimer Suits and Beacon Tires Featured in Ad Copy
An old newspaper ad highlights Kuppenheimer fabrics with rich browns and blues, claiming quality, care, and dependable colors. It also promotes Norwalk Letocord Beacon cord tires in various sizes with prices ranging from $18.40 to $37.45, noting locations on the fourth floor and prices for multiple tire dimensions.
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Kuppenheimer Organization
Fresh and Supple Chamoisette Gloves in Two Styles
Advertises fresh and supple chamoisette gloves described as suede like fabric that wears well and can be washed to restore freshness. Two clasp styles include beaver covert in white or gray pt with gauntlet wrist strap. 16 button length made of pongee and white priced at $1.50.
Stockings for Children Service Buyer Guide
Stockings to give children service described for boys and girls with specific fabrics and prices. Boys receive heavy black cotton stockings at 35 cents. Girls get mercerised lisle stockings at 59 cents, or medium weight ribbed cotton in black white or cordovan at 25 cents. Lott aisle rear.
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Harvey Bissell
McGovern
Hasting
Main St
Radford B. Smith
James Davis
Labor
Bridgeport, Connecticut
Oxfords
THE
Howland Dry Goods CO
Kuppenheimer
Dodo
Norwalk
Letocord
Atipac Livemcss
Vermont Dairy
Cannon ST
Howland's
Vermont
Japan
East Side
Frank H. Fargo Co
Middle ST
Golden Hill St
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