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Newspaper
Bridgeport Times
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Dec 11, 1920
Page
5
Sunday services listed by church with schedules for Masses, sermons, Sunday schools, vespers, and benediction. Includes Park Street Congregational Barnum Avenue and multiple Catholic, Episcopal, Lutheran, and Universalist churches with service times, pastors, and special events.
Miss Ida Y Simonton African explorer lecturer and writer presents Big Game Hunting in Africa tomorrow at 10 30 and Life and Customs of African Savages on Sunday December 19 at First Universalist Church The People s Church invites public attendance with illustrated talks and a holiday program featuring Rev M S Littlefield and choir pieces The Met League Ladies Aid and social visitation prayer gathering are scheduled Also groves laxative shown for cold relief is advertised with E W Grove signature.
With five weeks before Judge George E Hinman the Superior court must open a special term in Norwalk. Defense lawyers push a conference Tuesday to start the Nott murder case. Defendants Mrs Hutchins Nott Elwood B Wade and John H E Johnson seek a speedy trial but depend on the court and State's Attorney Homer B Cummings.
The grand jury will consider four murder accusations backed by Coroner John J. Phelan. Edward J. McGovern faces charges in the death of Mary Lapoczka from a skull fracture. Joseph Bednar is charged in Andrew Prevus's hammer murder at Bednar's home. Arthur V. Donahue, Hearst writer, was shot at Newtown. Accused include Max Kranz of Bridgeport and Joseph Roche of Danbury.
Attorney James B. Wheeler presides as a Superior Court committee hearing appeals by Frank E. Lalley of Bridgeport from a Bridgeport Board of Appraisal award of 34 700 for a lease at 19 Bank Street. The city’s takeover to create the Plaza prompted the dispute over damages and notice adequacy. Wheeler will submit findings for Superior Court confirmation.
The Pacific and Atlantic fleets will assemble in southern waters for winter maneuvers under Admiral Rodman and Admiral Wilson. The Pacific fleet heads toward the Gulf of Panama, while the Atlantic fleet passes Guantanamo Bay and joins the Pacific fleet to form a grand naval spectacle this winter.
Store says Gift Granny can name the exact article to bring happiness. For two or three days she will provide answers in the handwriting of recipients. Visit her secretary on the second floor to give names and addresses for personalized gift guidance.
A fourth floor display features gift items beyond the ordinary combining service and style. From electric irons and carving sets to glassware, bone china, and aluminum cookware, range includes Pyrex pieces, boudoir lamps, hand-painted vases, and decorative nut sets. Prices span from $1.35 to $14, with items like mahogany trays and tea sets highlighted.
Cedar chests described as fragrant red cedar and old-timey in model await gifting and daily use in the modern home. They promise to keep lingerie linens and blouses safely, with price points from 29 to 39 dollars, showcased on the third floor.
A textile advertisement describes firm crepe de chine and velveteen fabrics in several colors and widths, priced at 1.45 to 4.90 per yard. The items include chiffon velvets and velveteen suitable for dresses, waists, underwear, and coats, highlighted as luxurious with rich draping and color. Third floor.
Special wool coatings offered in weight and color for durable winter coats. Grades include Zibinines 54 inches wide in navy black and Copenhagen at 2.95, mixtures in gray green tan and blue at 3.90, Berkshire mixtures brown tan and old blue at 4.50, heavy stormproof oxford gray with brown blends at 5. Thistle coatings in navy brown taupe at 7.50. Regular prices noted.
The offer pairs a Victrola IX with a matching cabinet for 95 dollars on the fourth floor. The two pieces, rich mahogany or oak, include record shelves and 12 inch turntable, playing Victor records smoothly with full cabinet tone.
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