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Newspaper
Bridgeport Times
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Jul 27, 1920
Page
5
JITNEY to the Mill End Sale and get such savings as these are examples of regular price of these tough durable well made corduroy suits has been 12 50 Everything indicates that next Autumn such suits will have to be sold for more But into the Mill End they go at 9 50 Coats made with belt all around plain back slashed pockets set well at shoulders Trousers cut full with plenty of room but not baggy Sizes from 7 to 15 inclusive regular se 9 50
Stratford residents praised jitneys for handling crowds during trolley suspension. Buses shuttled Paradise Green to Devon and Bridgeport with rapid service, reducing waits and easing congestion at main corners. Local figures tout the new system. a George Junior Republic branch will be formed in Packard hall. A motorcycle crash in Bridgeport left Frederick L. Rowan with injuries. East Broadway residents applaud the end of halted traffic at Main and East Broadway. Community notices include locals on motor trips and a tribal meeting at Church street wigwam.
Light fine white voile waists in charming styles with slip ons or buttoned fronts. Long or short sleeves with lace or embroidery trim. Sizes 34 to 46. Georgette waists in light and dark hues, smartly embroidered. Priced at 2.95.
A sales listing offers trousers for men in work and dress styles with varying fabrics and suiting patterns, priced from 3.40 to 12.50. Bathrobes in light terry cloth and flannel robes are discounted from 7.95 to 12.50, with several colors and designs available on the main floor rear.
A broad sale features many dinner sets and kitchenware from Redfern to Theodore Haviland. Blue Bird 32 piece sets and 42 piece White and gold band sets offer deep discounts. Prices drop from regular to sale levels with teacups, saucepans, rice boilers, and hampers among the marked items.
Advertises fruit jars at 80c per dozen with E. Z. Seal and Mason jars in pint or quart sizes. Regular prices range from $1.05 to $1.30, now 80c. Also lists blanching baskets, jar rings, jelly glasses, Mason jar tops, pin1 jar rings with various regular prices and sale figures.
Advertises soft but firm muslin brassieres in hook-front style with lace trimming on front and back. Describes smooth fit and supportive design, priced from $1.50 down to 95 cents, located on the second floor.
The catalog describes wide and pretty taffeta ribbons in striped patterns, firm weave, and strong fabric. Width ranges from five to five and a half inches with rich color, offered at 39c per yard for center aisle and front displays, regular 55c.
In a long sale note Howeo Jewel coffee is announced at 35 cents a pound from regular 39. A fresh roasted strong smooth blend with aroma. Also Howeo grape juice offered at 32 cents per bottle or 7.55 per case of 24. Howeo Choice tea highlighted at 35 cents for 3 pounds. Front basement.
Palm Beach and Air-O-Weave crash suits designed to keep men cool and comfortable. Light weight, well tailored and good fitting, they hold shape like heavier wool. Available in dark and light shades, sizes regular from $12.75 to $24.75, down from $15 to $30.
A large collection of women's shoes offered at 4.75 with diverse sizes and widths including patent leather one-eyelet ties, black kid ties, and white Nubuck pumps. Regular prices from 7.50 to 4.75. Boys and little boys’ tan and black shoes priced 3.50 to 5.00.
A dated sale ad lists regular to sale prices on cleaning supplies and home goods. Items include rinse and polish products, waxes, oils, brushes, mops, dustless tools, waste cans, galvanized burners, ash cans, garbage cans, silver cream, soaps, brooms, floor brushes, sink brushes, glassware, cut glass bowls, water sets, candy jars, tumblers, glass rolling pins, vases, sugar and creamer sets, iced tea glasses, candle lamps, bowls, and art glass lamps with substantial discounts, dating from low to mid price ranges.
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