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Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Sep 24, 1920

Page

3

Pearls the Most Valuable. Jewels at Kiwanis luncheon

William C. Hawley of Davis & Hawley addressed the Kiwanis club at the Stratfield hotel noon luncheon on pearls and precious stones. He traced jewelry history and noted diamonds as world famous replicas were shown. The meeting was led by Walter M. Guar with Thomas F. Bobb Jr. presiding in his absence. Other speakers included F. J. Abercrombie and Seward B. Price.

William C. Hawley Davis & Hawley Kiwanis Club Stratfield Hotel Hawley New Haven New England J. Mercer Barnett Birmingham Ila F. J. Abercrombie Seward B. Price Chamber of Commerce C. D. Smith Boston Kiwanis Northeastern College

Woman Admitted As U S Citizen Agnes Buy Among 92 New Citizens

In Bridgeport Judge J W Banks admitted 92 new citizens yesterday after examining applicants from many nations. Agnes Mary Buy of Bridgeport was among the new citizens. 218 applicants were questioned. 16 dismissed, 34 continued, 22 postponed for completion of papers, and 2 admitted. Naturalization will resume with more cases next term.

Agnes Mary Buy Great Britain Superior Court J. W. Banks Miss Buy Bridgeport Allen F. Church Tuage Banks dCeeler

Fine hats for autumn color and style in stock

A retailer touts a selection of hats in navy Lyons velvet with ostrich plume, plush black hats with curved brims, and a fine velvet hat with a high rolling front. Prices noted include 30 dollars for the velvet plume piece and 25 dollars for the plush hat, inviting customers to view more styles to suit Autumn attire.

Lyons

German war plotter seeks citizen status under new name

In San Francisco on September 23, Wilhelm F. von Brincken a former German consulate aide, was granted permission to change his name to Roger Beckwith by Superior Judge Flood. He cited a wartime conspiracy conviction and prison sentence and said he wished to live down the past, choosing Beckwith due to a second cousin with that name. Beckwith has filed an application for American citizenship.

San Francisco Wilhelm F. von Brincken Jane Jonger von Brincken Roger Beckwith Flood Beckwith

Magnesium Alloy Advances in Engine Manufacture

A new magnesium alloy near ninety percent metallic magnesium is described as the lightest strong metal for pistons and engine parts. Prewar magnesium came from Germany. postwar production in the U S uses brine-derived raw material and an electrolytic process to produce metallic magnesium, skimmed from a molten bath.

Germany United States Michigan Chemical Company Wyhich

Mackinaws for Early Boy Sizes 8 to 17

Ready new mackinaws of splendid heavy pure wool plaids for boys ages 8 to 17. Double breasted style with plain back belt convertible collar and patch pockets with flaps. Front basement.

Vacuum bottles promise sturdy heat on trips

Hot and cold bottles that won’t break are praised for car travel. Vacuum design keeps coffee hot over seven hours and soups hot as well. Two sizes available on Fourth floor for 4.75 and 6.50.

Kuppenheimer Suits Priced At Fifty To Seventy Five

The ad extols Kuppenheimer suits priced from 50 to 75 dollars, arguing price disclosure builds trust. It praises color and fabric quality, skillful manufacturing, and the value of the garments, asserting buyers will recognize their worth and price. A secondary note mentions lower priced makers.

Kuppenheimer

Union suit for children promises comfort and savings

A single garment for boys and girls combines three-vest pants and waist with elastic knitted straps. It offers comfort, easier laundering, and durability for active children. Sizes 2 to 13 years. offered in black with ribbed stockings. fabric described as firm and solid.

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