Engineers 10 Develop Port for Shanghai Harbor Plans
World famed engineers from seven leading shipping nations meet in Shanghai to draft a plan for a multi million dollar port in the Whangpoo estuary. The Whangpoo Conservancy Board reviews surveys and will report to the Chinese government on harbor development and future ship drafts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Shanghai
Orient
Far East
Whangpoo Conservatory Board
Whangpoo
Yangtze
Conservancy Board
W.M. Black
United States Army
Amercan
C Moeeting
F. Palmer
Port_of London Authority
P. G. Hornell
Hydraulic Engineering Bureau
Stockholm
P. Ott de Vries
Netherlands
L. Perrier
Sues Canal
Isamu Hiroi
Hakodate
Otara
Tokio University
H. von Heldensteam
Ofhiero
Royal Swedish Corps
Goethals
George W. Boethals
Panama Canal
Board of
Consulting Engineers
Black
Whangpoo River
London
Thames
Ladies Aid meeting and community notes from STEPNEY
The Ladies Aid of the Baptist church met with Mrs E D Leavenworth, with many neighbors attending. The report lists attendees and Sunday guests, updates on chickenpox cases, local visits, and Christmas plans with the Methodist Sunday school. A pinocle league event and match results are also noted alongside transit of games and standings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Aid of the Baptist Church
E. D. Leavenworth
Carlos Stilton
Harold ‘Tomlinson
Albert Rasmussen
Narrett
Milon Hawley
Charles Bond
Herbert Joyce
Jerome Nichols
Lockwood
Warwick
Marug Castle
C.F. Nichols
Andrew Curtiss
Ralph Broderick
Milford
Methodist Sunday School
Corsets Seen As Health Aid Despite Criticism
The article argues health and communal welfare justify corset use. It cites Sir James Cantlie praising properly fitted corsets for maintaining abdominal temperature and healthy posture, while noting wrong styles harm health. It also warns against abrupt removal for some women and urges supportive, well-fitted designs as a boon to health.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James Cantlie
London
James
D. M. Dunn
The
Life Extension Institute
Advice to the Lovelorn on Youth and Health Talk
A reader asks about discussing sexual matters with his three growing sons. The doctor warns against premature talks, urging careful, factual education and caution about quack remedies. The column suggests prudent guidance, mentions massage and professional help, and invites inquiries via Health Talks.
Rep Fordney Here Today at State Dinner in Connecticut
The event featured Rep Fordney among a crowd including Mayor Fred Atwater and Dr Thrace Day at the Stratfield Hotel sun parlor. Guests were to mingle at 6:30 with a meal served at 6:50, toastmaster George M. Eames presiding as notable industrial leaders and civic figures gathered for the reception and dinner. Jewelry, gifts, and items for women were advertised in nearby listings, including scarfs, cuff links, and necklaces.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pti
Ways
Mckuslee
House of Repre
Gentatives
Nia Harrison Dalton
Saintfield Tunicht
Virginia
Ordney
Connecticut
Walt Camp
Fation
James Cattell
Philadelp
The Book Shop New Gift Editions and New Fiction
The Book Shop catalogs a gift edition of Uncle Remus with bold illustrations and a $5 price, plus Lang's The Blue Fairy Book at $3.50, Wyeth illustrated Treasure Island and Robinson Crusoe, and Peter Pan and Wendy. New light fiction includes Wesit Broadway by Nina Wilcox Putnam, Galusha the Magnificent by J C Lincoln, More Tish by Mary Roberts Rinehart, In Blessed Cyrus by Laure E Richards, How to Reduce, New Waistlines for Old, Sand Holler by Belle Kanas Maniates, and Amarilly related titles.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wesit Broadway
Nina Wilcox Putnam
Fragmented Dialogue Sparks Hidden Trust Between Characters
A tense, guarded exchange reveals shifting loyalties as Anne and another speaker hint at forbidden affection. Jeanie and Py Noche share a knowing glance, signaling unseen currents behind the surface conversation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Anne
Jim
Jeanie
Beacon Blankets for Bathrobes in Indian Colors
Beacons blankets offered in Indian colors and many color combinations. Variations include light and dark grays tan red with yellow lavender old rose blues and greens. The 72 by 90 inch blankets feature cords and frogs to match.
Diary Read Diary Sale At Main Floor Display
A listing notes an item titled Read Diary for 19227 on sale on the Main floor with a price of 5.75 dollars. The notice references third floor storage or display and invites shoppers to buy.
Irish Free State bonds to be exchanged for 5 percent issues
Harry Boland, envoy, said Irish Free State certificates issued in Bridgeport will be exchanged for 5 percent bonds once the Finance Department under the treaty with Britain begins operations. The first sale raised about 5.41 million dollars, and the exchange may occur within weeks.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bridgeport
Boland
Binn Fein
Harry Boland
Irish Republic
United
Treaty of peace offered Ireland aid to America support
The article notes a treaty of peace signed between representatives of the many nations and the British empire restoring Ireland to the comity of nations. It states Ireland faces a choice of peaceful terms or war and expresses gratitude for American help in the hour of trial. A small fire in Stratford Avenue, Carbet, caused by rats chewing matches resulted in about $208 in damage.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ireland
America
Stratford Avenue
Carbenette
Lovely Soft Crepes and Georgettes for Gifts
Silk fabric selections including Crepe de Chine and Georgette Crepe offered in shades such as blues greens browns grays and neutrals. 40 inch width fabrics priced from 1.59 to 1.79 per yard, originally 2.00. Suitable for garments home accents bags and lamp shades.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Georgette
Handkerchiefs From France Ireland or Belgium on Display
Handkerchiefs from France Ireland or Belgium, some beautifully embroidered others with initials. There are white and colored linen or shamrock handkerchiefs for men women and children. Best assortment ever. Main floor.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
France
Ireland
Belgium
Children’s Jewelry Sale at Main Floor Store
Small jewelry suitable for children including plain rings and stone set rings, signet rings priced from $1.00 to $3.95, lockets and chains, baby pins, and two or three piece sets with chain attached priced 59 cents to $3.50. Main floor display.
French Toilet Waters and Perfumes Price List Start
Coty's perfumes by Ambre Antique priced at 7.28 per bottle. DOrsay and Rose extracts, Jasmine and Chypre notes listed. Gallet and Rigaud scents include Violet Extract and Un Air Embaume with several price points from 1.83 to 8.07 per bottle. Various Orrigan and Effleurt odors offered, plus two extract sizes and single bottle prices.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Coty
Ambre Antique
Chypre
D’orsay
Roger and Gallet
E. Rigaud
Wear La Tosca Hair Nets for a Perfect Wave
An advertisement urges women to wear La Tosca Hair Nets to keep waves secure and hair orderly. The nets are handmade from specially treated human hair, sanitary and comfortable for use in any setting. Priced 15 cents each or 2 for 25 cents, sold exclusively by Read House Notion stock.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Read House
Reading Lamps and Davenport Lamps on Basement Sale
Advertisement notes tall stately davenport models with bronze bases and green colorings, topped with parchment shades in brown and amber. Mentions living room or library placement, prices $32.50 and $37.50. Also Pompeian and old ivory lamp standards with shades or hoods, adjustable, priced from $11.50 to $41.00.
Also Mentioned on This Page
China
Stepney
Frank Gilbert
Newtown
Wiliam C. Nichols
Ledgeport
Arthur, Elmer
Glover Joyce
Irene Victory
Mrs
Clyde Forney
New Haven
Harold Wright
Herbert Wright
Holmes & Edwanis
Acme
Park City
General Electrics
Th Holmes & Edwards
Housatonic Plan Bridgeport Brass
Beatrice Fairfax
Huber
Rep
Fordney
Yately
Fashion
Firome
the Book Shop
the Children’s Books
Uncle Remus
Andrew Lang
Frank Godwin
Princess and the
George MacDonald
Wyeth
Wendy
Mabel Atwell
Galusha the Magnificent
J. C. Lincoln
Mary Roberts Rinehart
Letitia Carberry
Cyrus
Laure E. Richard
Elglan
Qld
Belle Kanares Maniates
Amarilly
Vulcan
the Gas Appliance Exchange Inc
Fairfield Ave
He D Ty
Muguet
Notion Stock
Davenport
Reaéng
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