Christmas Letters From Santa Fans Across North Pole
Postmaster notes hundreds of letters arriving daily asking Santa Claus for toys dolls trains and clothes. Writers describe homes money and family needs and some request tree decorations or baby pictures while others mention missing parents and hard times awaiting gifts.
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Santa Claus
North Pole
North America
Santa
Bea
Charles Meen
Sunita
Bos
Des
Santa Claus Village
Pole
America
Klondyke Avenue
Alaska
Homestead
Penn
Pera Mta Claus
Bridgeport
Weber Uttle
Times Office
Uncle Wigxlie
Tvwouk
Santa Claw
Santa Clau
Mrs. Santa Claus
Broaday Gun Battle Leaves Four Involved In Street Fight
Four men exchanged shots on West 47th Street in Broadway gun chaos, wrecking a car near the Longacre Hotel. Two suspects, Charles Rosen and Mayor Alberts, were arrested after detectives say they threw a revolver into the street. The chauffeur abandoned control as the car lurched toward the curb. In another note, the American Bankers Association began a three day Capitol meeting with plans to meet President Harding and officials Mellon Hoover and Wallace.
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New York
Broadway
West 47Th Stree Broadway
Charles Rosen
Alberts
Longacre
Seven Reported Dead to Return Howe from Sea
Prince Rupert B C Dec 11 Seven men reported dead will come home when the Canadian fishing vessel Valor ous returns to port today or tomorrow Reported lost in heavy weather in Hecate strait the captain and crew are returning from a remote anchor with ten thousand halibut The United States vessels Conven tion and Merenger are still reported missing their 13 crew presumed lost The Washington of Seattle foundered but her crew were rescued and en route to Ketchikan
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Prince Rupert
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Valorous
Hecate Strait
United States
Tost
Convention
Merenger
Washington
Seattle
Kodiak Island
Seward
Ketehikan
British Tennis Reforms Program
London December 11 delegates from across the United States gathered for the Lawn Tennis Association annual meeting to discuss reforms in tournament conduct and efforts to boost amateur interest. The reform committee seeks younger leadership to shake up governance and align with American and Australian vigor. Proposals for new rules and regulations were anticipated.
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London
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Lawn Tennis Association
United States
Uat
Covernment Council
Reform Committee
England
Bridgeport Reports Lowest Infant Mortality in 87 Cities
The weekly bulletin from the U S Bureau of Census credits Bridgeport with the lowest infant mortality among infants under one year in a survey of 87 cities covering about 2 million people. The group’s overall infant death rate was 12.3, down from 11.9 year ago, while Bridgeport’s week rate was 18 and Salt Lake City’s 15.8 was the highest.
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United States Bureau of Census
Department of Commerce
Boy Burglar Shot on His First Job in Chicago
A 17 year old burglar named John Comen was shot and likely mortally wounded while breaking into a Northwest Side home in Chicago. Frank Wikowski, owner of the house, fired the shot during the early hours today. In Milan a municipal election shows Fascist candidates leading with strong opposition from Socialists and a reported vote tally around 4,000 of 150,000.
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Chicago
John Comen
Frank Wikowski
Rome
Milan
Corinthian Officers Meeting Scheduled Tomorrow
An officers meeting for the Corinthian group will be held tomorrow at 7 39 o clock in Florida to elect officers for the ensuing year read other matters and conduct an announced by Ernest C Dana and Charles R Crowther secretaries W 2.
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Rts
Ernest C. Dana
Charles R. Crowther
Women’s handsome coats are special at seventy five dollars
The ad markets women’s coats at 75 dollars featuring the Mandalay and Panvelaine fabrics. Linings are crepe de chine and coats showcase large fur collars in grey wolf taupe wolf beaver or fox. Styles include straight and blouse models with minimal embellishment. Limited quantities offered at a special price.
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Mandalay
Pretty batiste pajamas as gifts charm buyers
The advertisement highlights pretty batiste pajamas as gifts in varied styles. Dainty garments feature contrasting color bands and hemstitched edges, with figured crepe options. Prices appeal at $2, while finer fabrics trimmed with ribbons offer more allure at $3.
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Batiste
Fine corselett offered at one dollar
Auction note describes a flesh color figured poplin corselett with back hook and elastic insert, four hose supporters and two sets of steels over hips. Sizes range 32 to 42. Located on second floor rear.
Filet lace trimmed centers and scarfs advertisement
An old newspaper classified offers filet lace trimmed centers and scarfs in various sizes including 86 and 45 inch diameters with matching scarfs and insert garments. Prices range from $1.50 to $2 for lace elements, luncheon sets at 4 napkins with a 34 inch center for 75 cents, and breakfast sets at $1 with thread included. Third floor center.
Women’s sport sweaters in heavy white yarn coat style
Knitted from heavy white yarn these serviceable sport sweaters feature two pockets ribbed cuffs and a wide collar. They offer a mannish yet comfy look suitable for riding hiking golf and other popular sports priced at $10.
Pretty cotton waists as gifts for the season
Pretty cotton waists offered as gifts feature new white dimity corded and self stripe fabrics. Many are round neck designs with hand drawn French knots or color embroidery on collars and cuffs in cross stitch patterns. Prices advertised in pounds.
Hoover cleaner touted as ideal Christmas gift
In many homes housewives have realized the need for a Hoover. Don’t disappoint her this Christmas. The Hoover is a paying investment and can be bought on the club payment plan. Main floor center rear.
Dresses Cut to 29 50 for Quick Sale
Beautiful dresses reduced to 29.50 featuring crepe de chine and lace options. Velvet and beaded patterns included with rich fabrics and simple designs. Many one of a kind pieces moved at drastic discounts, urging shoppers to buy early.
Calvary church play and local club talks stir town
Recreation plans for the Hall event include a play repetition by Calvary Episcopal church members with Robineau and several listed participants. The Catholic Daughters host a meeting with speaker Mrs. Mary Lynch on tariffs at the Catholic Community House this evening. A birth announced for Phylis Lawrence Gahan at Bridgeport hospital. Knights of Columbus prepare for a monthly dance at Colonial hall with special orchestra. Local women plan a weekly card party by the D. D. Advertise In The Times.
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Calvary Episcopal Church
Sha-Calvary
Arish House
Robineau
Pie
Gladys Croste
Addie
Cole
Mary Lynch
Cvic Club
Catholic Daughters of America
P. V. Gahan
North Avenue
Phylis Lawrence Gahan
Bridgeport Hospital
Gahan
Board of Recreation
Knights
Colonial Hall
Nellie William
Hoard Avenue
Women’s Auxiliary of
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