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Newspaper
Bridgeport Times
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Jul 28, 1920
Page
10
A Lance Corporal with a regiment at Bandon was shot dead in a mysterious incident. In Lixnaw, constables were ambushed and seriously wounded, and the Harrisokane courthouse was destroyed by fire during disturbances in the last 24 hours across the section.
Constantinople July 26. The Entente asked the Turks to vacate the war office to be used by the International Commission for controlling the straits zone. All arms factories and the military school have been closed by the Turks as the small army is not needed under the peace terms. British and Greek troops sweep bandits from both shores of the Peninsula opposite Constantinople.
Rome reports Italy will abandon Aviona to Albanian control. Newspapers claim an agreement near for immediate cessation of hostilities and Italy recognizing Albania’s independence.
An open letter by A. L. Flemming of Atchison organizer for the American Federation of Labor appeals to Kansas union men to demand the Kansas Court of Industrial Relations receive a fair trial before condemning it. He notes existing court decisions favor employers with wage increases. A London quip and Russian train car propaganda are also mentioned in brief.
Calgary reports General Critchley has recruited three battalions of British and Canadian war veterans to settle on a million acre estate in Mexico. The settlers are organized militarily with four air squadrons. General Critchley and Major H C Critchley of Calgary command the expedition, funded by a 300000 pound British government appropriation.
A catalog-style notice lists prices for dress hats, waistlines, and silks, featuring trimmed dress hats, white lingerie and silk waists, silk petticoats, and straw sailor hats. It advertises large price reductions on furs, capes, rain coats, sport coats, and veils with a focus on reliable fur scarfs and marabout capes.
Dominick Dirretto of 196 Gregory Street died at St Vincent’s hospital at 1 15 this morning after clothing burned from matches while he played near an ash box by the stove. Dr Owen J Groark and emergency staff responded and the fire caused no damage to the house.
Edward Degman of 69 Barnum Avenue was arraigned yesterday in Milford Town Court and placed in the custody of a probation officer for six months after confessing to entering the Herman cottage at Myrtle Beach last week. He faced theft charges and was granted parole in the case.
A fabric advertisement notes 36 inch Gabardine and 36 inch Printed Batiste at 39 cents and 59 cents per yard. It also offers 3 yards at 1 dollar and 40 inch All Silk Chiffon in colors at 1 dollar per yard, with 2 yards for 1 dollar.
An assortment of light weight Chamoisette gloves includes two clasp and gauntlet pieces. Regular price 1.25 each, sale price 1.00.
Silk Poplin and Serges in 86 inch width with high lustre in Copenhagen Old Rose and White now $1.00 yard. 36 inch All Wool French and Storm Serge offered in assorted shades at $1.00 yard. Regular prices cited as 1.19 and 1.00 respectively.
Listing of women’s hose and cotton vests with double heel and toe features in black and white, three pairs for $1.00. Children’s fine silk lisle hose offered as 2 pairs for $1.00, sizes limited. Women’s veils and cotton vests described with shoulder strap tape and fancy yoke, two for $1.00. Children’s cotton pants with lace or cuff knee, two to three for $1.00.
Lace shown in fine range of patterns edges and insertions. Suitable for scarfs and centerpieces. Regular 23c. six yards for 1.00.
Readable ad shows safe goal for fabric items including bleached muslin in 4 yard rolls and 86 inch width, priced around 42c per 3 yards. Also lists men s handkerchiefs at 8 for 1.00 and 10 for 1.00 with chemistitec cotton quality. Luncheon sets and knitting yarn offered at discount, with color shades and regular prices noted.
Local store advertises Bungalow Aprons in Pereale fabric, with regular price $1.50 and sale price $1.00. Limited quantity, while supplies last. Durability and affordable kitchen wear emphasized.
Gingham little boys rompers with pink and blue checks offered at sale price. Regularly priced at 1.50 reduced to 1.07, showcasing discounted children’s clothing in the season.
A display of Corsets sizes 21 22 priced 1 50 for full honed pink Coutis. infant slippers and lace oxfords 1.00. infant Mary Jane pumps 6 7 8 1.00. gun metal Mary Janes. tan play sandals 65c. women’s oxfords and pumps 2.29 with big savings for Dollar Day.
Remnants and savings on curtain Madras Sunfast fabrics in rose green brown on dark grounds. Remnants priced at 1.00 each. Scrim Madras and rug borders 24 inches wide offered as 4 yards for 1.00. Window shades and Marquisette remnants also 1.00 per group with varied pre sale prices.
An advertisement notes part linen heavy absorbent material with red border offered at five yards for $1.00, regular price 29 cents per yard. The item is presented as a bulk purchase deal for shoppers seeking bulk linen absorbent fabric.
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