Private Kannia Says Our Men Never Retreat
Milford Sept 27 Special The opening Fighting Fourth Liberty loan rally drew the largest crowd yet in Milford with Liberty banners and a standing overflow. Private Joseph Kannia and Hamilton Holt spoke of front line experiences while a Liberty Chorus and various units attended. The event opened with The Star Spangled Banner and closed with The Battle Hymn of the Republic, hailed as the town’s best rally.
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Milford
Cecil H. Trowbridge
Joseph Kannin
Hamilton Holt
Liberty Chorus
Unio
State Guard
G. A. R. Veterans
Arthur B. Clark
Clifford Platt
Devon
Liberty
Clark
Kannia
Eriannia
England
English Channel
Havre
France
Merny
Ioannia
Enlitov
Holt
Connecticut
Baltimore
George Youngs
Medical Department of the Army
Fort Rodman
Methodiat Parsonage
Broad Street
Youngs
Alice Simonson
Mulford Simonson
Newark
N. J
Virginia Goldsmith
Bertha Schoemer
Stephen Maher
Rogers Avenue
Fort Trumbull Beach
Albert Roder
Old Field Report
Fordham University
New York
James M. Weeks
Gray Cottage
Walnut Beach
Southboro
Massa
Dr. Putney
Arthur Cornelius Brockenbury
West River Street
Suriday
Camp Devens
Red Cross
Village Improvement Association
Fred Wiebour
Belgium
Red Cross Commission
United States
J. G. Brown
Lafayette Street
Made in the light and dark rims with gold trimming note
Fragmentary note mentions light and dark rims and gold or gold filled trimmings. No clear event, person, organization, or location identified.
Slippery rails blamed for Waterbury trolley crash
A falling leaves caused a slippery rail in Willow street Waterbury trolley crash injuring a dozen or more. Tim othy F Barry Waterbury Chamber of Commerce secretary was among the injured along with motorman William Knox who suffered internal injuries and was hospitalized.
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Waterbury
Willow Street
Timothy F. Barry
Record of Dandy Shirts Sale at Bridgeport Store
In Bridgeport on Saturday September 28 1918 a crowded men’s section near the Main Street door displayed a vast array of shirts. Shoppers note the fabrics stripes and comfort with shirts priced as low as 1.45 while most valued from 2 to 2.50.
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Scott
Extra-good men suits offered at 26 fifty
Suits for men and young men in seasonal colors and stripes sell at 26.50 on the main floor rear. The ads promise sturdy woolens that wear longer, fit well, and look good, with styles ranging quiet to snappy and valued at 30 or 35 in regular stock.
Special suits for young folks 29 50
Attractive gathering of long and short jackets in rus sian and autumn styles priced at 29 50. Rich fabrics taupe green navy burgundy gray black with smart collars and youthful trims. Mention of fur trim idea and suitability for young women, second floor display.
Pretty jersey dresses with wool blend comfort
More pretty jersey dresses described in soft wool jersey fabrics offering warmth without weight. Styles range from paneled effects to deep tunics with braid embroidery and colored wools. Colors include khaki taupe brown and blue. Prices from 18 to 50 dollars. Second Moor.
Women's cosy coats priced to suit every shopper
Coats from $20 to $39 feature loose yet graceful styles with big collars and broad belts. Padded for warmth, these light yet soft garments come in dark shades and khaki tones suitable for winter, available on the second floor.
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Roand
Shoes on sale in two women’s collections at savings
Bargain shoe sets cut prices by one to over three dollars due to broken sizes. Most styles still have nearly all sizes available including brown calfskin lace ups Cuban heels black and tan options. Previously were six to eight dollars now four to four sixty five. men mat in rear.
Children Mecca of Toys At Saturday Exhibition
A Saturday event showcases new toys for children including dolls, sewing sets, toy soldiers, fish ponds, and urban parlor games. American-made playthings are highlighted with prices like 50 cents for pianos and anti aircraft guns, blackboards and toy autos on the fourth floor.
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United States
Boys' Double-Service blue serges for boys 7 to 15
Blue serge suits in trench model with two pairs of wets. all wool and double life. Offered in sizes 7 to 15, advertised as a strong investment for boys clothing. Located in the front basement with price of $11.
Rogers 1847 silver ware sale at half price
Discontinued Rogers 1847 silverware offered as wartime factory shift cuts supply. Mahogany chests hold 26 or 50 pieces with spoons by size. Prices range from 50 cents to 4 dollars per set or piece, with limited supply and eager buyers urged to act quickly.
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Rogers 1847
Tea and coffee economy days
For a short time Howco tea and coffee offer extra interest with two special prices. Housewives stock up ahead of higher rates after the war revenue bill. Ground pulverized coffee and tea varieties listed with reduced prices and strong blends.
Real helps for every home sale list itemized
Time saving Cedar oil mop with 64 din eh handle sells for 5c Aluminum kitchen sets six pieces with bar to hang at 75c Paro wax for sealing preserves and jellies 20c Alarm clocks Big Ben Gilbert Nine clocks 3.50 See at night radium dial clocks 3 Good waste baskets one dollar to several styles reversible board clothes wringer 8 Wood baskets for open fire 1.75 to 6 Willow wash baskets 2 and 2.25 Willow hampers 34 to .87 Shoe boxes used assip or polishing box Gas mantles inverted Fight 3 Universal bread mixers size Galvanized coal beds 80c 90c Perfection heaters ancient black japanned Special No 6 brooms finest in store si
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Big Ben
Gilbert
Istore
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Hawley Opticians
Bridgeport
Ridgeport
New Haven
Says
G. W. Fairchild & Sons, Inc
Main St
Arcade Corner
Bridgeport, Conn
Tell
Jersey
Rogers
Patte
Howce Garden
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Howland Dry Goods Company
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