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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Sep 21, 1922

Page

3

Funeral of Dan Colwell Historian of Knights of Columbus

New Haven reports the funeral for Dan Colwell historian of the Knights of Columbus and former supreme secretary who died last night. Delegations from the order abroad plan to attend. Colwell helped organize the order and is survived by William M Geary and C T Driscoll.

New Haven Order Dan Cotwell Knights of Columbus Colwell William M. Geary C.t. Driscoll

Lake Proclaims Fire Prevention Day on October 9

Hartford dispatch reports Gov. Lake issuing a proclamation designating October 9 as Fire Prevention Day. The governor cites vast fire losses and economic harm, noting American fire waste costs thousands of lives and nearly half a billion dollars in property damage last year.

Hartford Lakaad'aaide General Assembly Hea Tira Iixen

Inspectors Review Post Office Center Move to New Haven

Post office inspectors finish survey on moving the Central Accounting and Depository from Bridgeport to New Haven, adding 740 square feet of space. Congressman Merritt objects on behalf of local interests as Inspector Buckley leads the review and final recommendations are prepared for Washington with a decision due by September 22.

Post Office New Haven Schuyler Merrit F. J. Buckley Boston Washington Merrit State Post Office Bridgeport Jcity Greene

Oust Peddlers From Lot On Water Street

New police order effective yesterday banish fruit and produce peddlers from the New Haven railroad lot on Water Street. Rail road company officials protest ongoing disorder and note vendors refuse to pay space rent on the grounds.

New Haven Railroad Water Street

Chelsea Man Is Held As Murderer Of Wife

Arthur IV Penge of Beechmont was held without bail in Masa on a murder charge after the body of Maude Penge was found with a throat wound in the ocean off Short Beach. The district court adjourned proceedings to Sept 27 while Chief Dyer of Revere awaits the medical examiner’s report.

Chelsea Masa Arthur IV. Penge Beechmont Maude Short Beach Yeaterday Pallcn Dyer Revere

Smyrna Consul Tells of Heroism of American Colonists

Athens dispatch recalls George Horton American consul general at Smyrna praising the heroism and sacrifice of U S colonists during the Smyrna catastrophe. He describes relief mobilization by Americans including Y M C A personnel and college staff, and notes women volunteers remaining to aid refugees before evacuation to Athens.

Athens Ssloniki Germany Smyrna George Horton Associated Press Asia Minor Horton Dane Gerong Arthur’. Hepburn Bristol Istna Rufus W. Lane Sara Francis W. Blackley Stanley W. Smith Standard 612 Co American College WV. C. A U.S Simpson Maynard B. Barnes

Springfield Girl Describes Smyrna Horror Rescue

Miss Jean Christie of Springfield Massachusetts recalls her role with the American Red Cross in Smyrna as flames and massacre engulfed the city. She led Armenian orphans and children through streets to safety on an American steamer, witnessing bodies and terror as she sheltered them from Turkish soldiers.

Myrtié Nolan Carlitle Winona Smyrna Barten Shero Alexander MacLachlan

Peace overtures meet by laughter says Turk envoy

Paris dispatch reports a Turkish envoy laughed at peace overtures after Greece clashes. French sources say Turkey captured 4008 modern field guns 6000 machine guns with ammunition for a two year campaign. British traders supply arms while Turkish envoy in London urged caution.

Paris Associated Press Neadewarters Lodiay England Teman Greece Pi Wethi Bey London Lloyd Shen Turkey Rethi Geyther Mustatha Kemal Pasha

Americans in Kingston Burned and Sheltered at Sea

A meticulous report from Kingston Ontario describes Turkish forces attacking near International College. American and Greek nationals endured stripping and injury as the Winona steamer faced hostile fire while attempting to evacuate troops and civilians. About 300 Americans were landed at Sploniti with 159 of Greek origin among them.

Kingston Ontario International College Isilar Boston MacLachain Matta John Walters Winons Ohirsting Boo Peresees Sploniti Ivan

Yorke Shirts Offer Features New Patterns at 2.50

Yorke shirts promised modern comfort with neat stripes corded madras and corded checks. The advertisement highlights specially attractive options at 2.50 on the main floor offering value and style for discerning shoppers.

Yorke

Swagger coats for youth with smart masculine cut

Youth coats display masculine lines and stylish details. Made of all wool, many models by a leading maker, offering fine workmanship and room pockets, with full or partial lining. Prices range from 45 to 60 dollars. Second floor center.

Baby Snap offers warm baby wear on second floor

Keep baby warm these chill days with soft fluffy items. The selection includes baby blankets in various colors, cashmere sacques, crocheted booties, jackets, quilts and carriage covers. Bonnet and coat options cover sizes from infancy to early childhood with prices from 50 cents to several dollars.

Girls oxford gym shoes in black canvas, sizes 3 to 8

The standard oxford for gym work. Black canvas upper with rubber soles. Rubber insole provides resiliency and ease of movement. Available in sizes 3 through 8 for $1.35. Main floor rear.

Oxford

Women’s hosiery styles and prices at Main Store

The listing shows women’s hosiery in two toned lisle and silk drop stitch in grey and white nude, white black, and white tongues at $1.50. Plain wool hose with back seam in black grey nude camel at $1.95. Silk hose with wide mercerised garter and spliced heel in black cordovan French grey at $1.95. Semi fashioned silk hose with risle soles for Fall weight in black cordovan beaver grey at $1.50. Main Store, left centor.

Charming ribbons and ribbon girdles in Autumn styles

Wide satin ribbons lead M mode outfits with harmonious Autumn hues. Belts form loops secured by buckles while plain colors and stripes appear. Prices range 69c to 2 per yard. Narrow two toned ribbons create rosettes with streamers selling 19c to 59c per yard. We can show how to make them or do them to order. Nain floor. left front.

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