J W Fordney Urges United States Valuation Reform
Congressm an J W Fordney chairman of the Ways and Means Committee argues for a new valuation system in the tariff bill. He cites monthly imports of foreign foods and low foreign labor costs to press for tariff revisions and protection against under valuation. He notes Canada’s strong balance of trade and argues the United States must align duties to protect living standards.
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United States
J. W Fordney
House
Ways and Means Committee
Canada
Science Prevents Milk Loss During Future Driver Strikes
A Bridgeport woman promotes condensed and evaporated milk as a safeguard against milk shortages. She notes that one can of condensed milk diluted yields three quarts and one can of evaporated milk yields two quarts, offering a cheaper, long lasting alternative to fresh milk during supply disruptions.
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Bridgeport
Fairfield court fines and sentences issued in town news
Fairfield Woodville district items report Vincent Wizovnitz fined 100 dollars plus 39 dollars costs and 10 days jail for alleged Aquor selling intent. George Collins found guilty of DUI with a recovered stolen motorcycle. funeral of Isaac Garrison held. honor roll announced. Fresh Air Home and library book committee meet. birth announced. local deed filed. Women voters form armament talks committee in Hartford with plans for meetings in several cities.
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Vincent Wizovnitz
Hall
Wizovanitz
Bridgeport
Vincent
Wizorznitz
George Collins
Stratford
John H. Keenan
Ellen G. Lush
Fairfield
Isaac Garrison
Chester Garrison
Eliot Street
Bethel
Conn
Garrison
New York, New Haven & Hartford Railroad
Mr. Silcox
Congregational Church
Roxby Sette
Silcox
Mabel Ives
Theodore Warner
Henry Taylor
G. Holmgren
Danbury
Liewslyn Warrier
Redding
Christmas Shopping Push Promotes Gift Room Ideas
The notice urges shoppers to visit the Gift Room for suggested ideas as Christmas approaches and early shopping is encouraged.
Read House Christmas Cheer at Read Co Store
The Read House prepares for December shopping with a festive Read’s department. The store closes daily at 6 o'clock and offers free delivery anywhere in the United States or Canada for all goods purchased. This marks the sixty fourth year of Read House holiday participation aimed at spreading happiness and cordial service to patrons.
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Canada
Great Britain
Japan
Read House
United States
Dresses and blouses on sale in second floor department
Dresses made of Poiret Twill new models attractively trimmed in the best taste. Priced at $25.00 and $29.50. Second floor. Blouses of heavy black Crepe de Chine trimmed with jet or braid, worn over a slip. Special $12.50 Second floor.
Furs The Gift Luxurious Prices Rise For 1922 Assortment
Luxurious furs are promoted as premier gifts next to diamonds with rising demand and higher prices forecast for 1922. The ad lists remaining sale furs including Hudson seal coats of various lengths and models, beaver trim options, mink muskrat and raccoon furs with noted prices.
Read Shop Ad S| Truhu Sik Underwear and slippers offered as gifts
A catalog style sale lists flesh to orchid color lingerie in stock with prices from $1.50 to $6.50 plus tax. Items include French Bloomers lace trimmed slips camisoles and envelopes with various trims. Slippers from Daniel Green and other brands offered in many colors and sizes. Main floor Read Tea Room features tomato soup roast pork and desserts with prices under a dime to forty cents.
Read's exclusive A Simonson toilet preparations sale
Read's carries A Simonson toilet preparations sold exclusively here. The notice notes exclusive distribution at Read's with emphasis on limited availability and regional offering.
Men's Gloves Section Near Main Street Entrance
In the men's wear area near the Main Street entrance the shop offers Buckskin Gloves with superseam finish at 4.50, Mocha and Suede Gloves 3.50 to 5.50, Dent's Cape Gloves in tan 3.00, Cape Gloves Cordovan or tan 2.25, and Fabric Gloves 1.65 with plain or embroidered backs.
Millinery Adds Conservatively Styled Hats for Winter Wear
A department adds small hats in black and colored satins with brocade embroidery and quiet tailoring. Styles include roll brims and off the face models, sailors and mushrooms. Materials include Baronette Skinner satin and duvetyn blends. price points are $5.50 and $7.50.
Marsh gas from manure used to generate power
London reports an experiment to extract gas from marsh gas produced by decomposing manure. A building collects the gas formed above piled manure, enabling heat or power use while protecting the material from weather.
New Gas Experiment Promises Farm Machinery Power
The DH Read Co reports a new gas experiment showing potential to run farm machinery. Gas output varies, with large and small quantities as researchers probe causes, expecting significant results. Apparatus is simple, needing only a pipe and an airtight husk.
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London
Beavers Reject Human Homes at Bronx Zoo
Beavers at the Bronx Zoo reject man made houses and prefer natural nests. After a beaver dam and structure were removed for being unappealing, the beavers swam out to view a new domicile. They demolished even the new builds and altered the lake with mud readying for winter.
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New York
Bronx Zoo
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Inderwood
J. W. Ferdney
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Roxbury
Fair Field High School
Catherine Coates
William Sherwood
Anna Connor
Edna Greenwald
Frances Fallon
Alice Winches
Margaret Gleason
Frances Hutchson
Florence Ressler
Benjamin Webster
Fairfield High School
Young Women’s Christian Association of Bridgeport
Fresh Air Home
F. S. Child
Fairfield Memorial
Martin Mortenson
Unquown Place
Martin
Fred Croft
Randall's Drug Store
New York City
Hartford
Connecticut League of Women Voters
Lewis Rose
New Haven
Waterbury
Johnson
John ST
J. Albert Johnson
Broad ST
Christmas
Read
Hudson
Bay Seal Coats
Truhu” Sik
Petticoats
Daniel Green
Giroux
Boston
A. Simonson
Read’s
Aca
England
the Times
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