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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Sep 14, 1920
Page
13
A fragmented quiz on the modern studio’s equipment including wardrobe and stage facilities, plus questions about people in silent film production. It references Mary Har and Madge Kennedy, and notes numerous production companies in Rollswood California, asking what happens before filming.
A male intruder disrupted a Canina Phi Beta sorority breakfast, assaulted by several freshmen and later subdued by the women. He was guarded by police as onlookers watched, with mixed reactions across the campus.
Connecticut Fair Association prize list highlights women's dress remakes and children's clothing entries under the fall Mish Cost of Living campaign. Winners include Miss Heathica Cook Hartford and Mrs. Anacles Beebe Colchaster, for silk lined gowns and remade outfits.
At a recent convention in Minneapolis an amendment to the order’s constitution was adopted reducing the minimum membership age from 21 to 18. The change broadens eligibility, though the fraternity’s historic rule restricted members to white males between 21 and 59. The policy aims to expand the organization under its general program and future growth plans.
Jewelry dealer promotes Diamanda stones in new settings and loose stones for diamond buyers. Offers large stock and invites customers to view in the shop.
A new police recruit joins the force, described as fixed-five and one-averter in height, standing tall at about six and a half feet and weighing 190 pounds. The garbled text mentions Otis Sturgeon and notes a recent appointment to uphold law duties.
An advertisement touts Walter John’s Medicine as a tonic to gain weight and improve health. It claims guaranteed free vomiting and dangerous drugs are avoided and cites Mrs. Lucey Wing of Liberty Missouri as endorsing its benefits for a run down baby.
A local ad notes hunting with a good gun shells and dog is great sport. It invites readers to stop by the main floor at Pakfield Avenue and Middle Street for shells before heading out on a hunting trip.
A small group offers fine ceramic patterns and several silver serving pieces on the fourth floor. Patterns include Chinese inspired designs and non repeating shapes sized 9 by 12. Prices range from 67.50 for china to 25.31 for a Sheffield baking dish and 29.40 to 35.70 for other silver dishes.
Auction notes list numerous glass and silver gifts and prizes. Bon Bon Baskets with pierced frames at 2.31 dollars, Footed Compotes 2.63, Cut Glass Sugar Baskets 2.99, Castors with shakers 1.21, Bud Vases 1.31. Items described as exceedingly pretty and worth more than price.
The article lists various baskets and hampers for sale in the Art Department. It highlights Melu Moor style baskets and describes a Flare Shopping Basket, Sprint Shopping Baskets, a motor basket for luncheons, children’s baskets, sweet grass splints, and small covered hampers with prices and colors.
New toilette items include Houbigant Quel ques Fleurs a velvety face powder with violet scent priced at 5.20 per box and Richard Hudnut Floresse an extract blending several flower odors described as seductive priced at 7.50 with 29 cents tax.
A catalog-like notice describes lacquered boxes from Japan in various sizes and finishes, some with lock and key, including a dragon lid. It advertises sale prices on oilcloth luncheon sets and a range of white pearl buttons and notions, highlighting closeout stock and room for new goods.
Ad reads children’s muslin underwaists with lace trim and a plain style, well made and finished. Available in sizes for 2 to 14 years. Coract Section.
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