Santa Claus Gifts Honor Fifth District Leaders at Aldermen Banquet
The Monday gathering of the Board of Aldermen featured Santa Claus as a prominent guest. Mayors and aldermen received floral tributes and gifts, including a mahogany silver trimmed gavel for Mayor Atwater and a nine piece bronze desk set. Numerous aldermen from various districts were presented with gold purses, leather goods, fountain pens, watches, and bouquets by friends, district clubs, and associated societies. A tone of communal recognition marked the event with expressions of local pride and congratulations.
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Santa Claus
Board of Aldermen
Y.2
Atwater
William E. Hogan
William J. Moran
Alfred
William W. Bent Breuthe
Veness
Aaron Wittstein
Samuel Plotkin
William Corr
Silvons
Kenny
Edward Noonan
St. Joseph
Eugene C. J
Fifth District Regean Club
Joh Maloney
Old desks and chairs may be gifts from former city leaders
Dufford B. Wilson former mayor and J. Alexander Robinson former city clerk may receive the desk and chair they used in office. Alderman H Arthur Brown has started a movement and introduced at the latest council meeting a resolution to that effect. The resolution is in the Miscellaneous committees.
Rev. M. J. Traynor Named State Chaplain
Rev. Matthew J. Traynor, pastor of St. Mary's East Bridgeport, was chosen state chaplain of the A. Q. H. by Bishop John J. Nilan of Hartford. He is noted as a widely known and zealous pastor with scholarly attainments, and his appointment drew broad expressions of pleasure from members of the order.
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Matthew J. Traynor
St. Mary's Church
East Bridgeport
John J. Nilan
Hartford
Father Traynor
Order
Charlie Ross Wins Unanimous Re-Election At Meeting
Charles Ross, known as Charlie from the Second district, received hearty congratulations after a well received acceptance speech at the recent board meeting. He was unanimously elected to succeed himself and thanked supporters along with both Republican and Democratic aldermen for their praise.
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Charles Ross
Board of Aldermen
Charlie
Gift of fur coats for Christmas luxury and warmth
A shopper note lists fur coat prices from $55 to $500, praising coats for luxury, comfort, and warmth. Alaska seal and Japanese mink wrap options appear alongside raccoon nutria and coney coats, with ranges for each fur type and wraps. The piece urges men to consider fur coats as ideal gifts for the season.
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Alaska
Rich novelty ribbons for bags and ties on sale
Glorious wide sparkling ribbons with silver and gold hues. For bags that are distinguished and for men's four in hands. Widths from 0.51 to 10 inches. Center aisle front. Prices range from 1 to 6 dollars.
Welton draperies offer rich novel fabrics for homes
Welton draperies present a new fabric described as uniquely rich with tapestry like appearance but not actual tapestry. The fabrics are suitable for window draperies and door hangings with striking blue and gold tones, plus blues tans and blacks on reverse. Some large patterns and border ed designs price 81.85 on third floor.
Junior Jewelry Baby Gifts Catalog Ad
An advertisement for Junior Jewelry showcases baby gifts in silver and fine patterns. Fork and spoon sets priced at 3.50 and 4 dollars, napkin rings at 2.50 and under, rattles with rings from 1.25 to 3, and gold lockets with chain plus pins. Located in the left aisle front.
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Baby
Victrola as a yearlong Christmas gift idea
The Victrola is pitched as a family gift that pleases everyone. Portable models cost 25 to 75 dollars while cabinet styles range 100 to 275 dollars, with a three day test and easy payment options.
Corduroy suits for little boys at basement shop
Attractive middy suits for boys of three. Norfolks and Oliver Twist styles. Warmth ensured with lined coats and trousers. Neatly finished, smooth fit in gray or brown. Price three dollars fifty cents. Front basement.
Warm robes offered in soft flannel and corduroy
Rare comfort and ease they bring to women. Robes of fine soft flannel, thick and comforting in many patterns and colors, trimmed with satin. Corduroy robes in copenhagen or cherry hues, lined with silk. Terry cloth robes in two tone effects. Prices range from 5.50 to 12.75 dollars.
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Copenhagen
Fragrant Cedar Hope Chest in Colonial Style
Fragrant chest of red cedar with polished surface and distinctive perfume offers refined storage for under garments. Handsome colonial style piece, available on third floor with brass or copper bands, priced from $15 to $39. A desirable hope chest for keepsakes and intimate garments.
Fine warm robes for motoring folks in winter
Warm robes for touring cars offer edge protection against keen breezes. Thick plush robes suit closed or open cars, with lighter wool options for comfort. Prices range from 10 to 12.50 for plaid or plain wool robes, and plush robes from 7.50 to 29.
Seasonal children’s wear sale features warm red middies
Seasonal interest for girls and babies includes red middies in flannel with white braid and cuffs, chambray dresses in blue green pink or tan with white collar, organdy Georgette crepe de chine dresses, and knitted Teddy Bear suits. Sizes range from infants to teens with prices from 1.95 to 16.50. Second floor.
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Copenhagen
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di Pain
ST. Sport
Junior Jewelry
Victrola
Howland Dry Goods
Chamber of Commer
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