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Newspaper

Bridgeport Times

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Jul 30, 1920

Page

11

Kretvix Leads In Crossing Home Plate

Kretvix of the American Tube team tops the league with 14 runs, followed by Dondero with 12. Claussendorf of Ssix Textile leads batting with 13 hits in 24 at bats for a .542 average, as American Tube leads team batting at .387 and Baird Machine at .307.

Baseball Teague Kretvix Dondero Claussendorf Ssix Textile Wuvise Sulis ‘Textile Claumeendorh Mark American Tube Dollier Oral Baird Machine Morrissey Salts Textile A. Paige O'Neil Siew So, Brown Az Burns Guggenheim Ab, BR. OH. PC Dolger Spotlow Isan Burke Rottleg Mariners Weiser

Iowa Battleship Prepared for Unmanned Target Run

The battleship Iowa, famed for aiding in the destruction of Cervera’s fleet, is being prepared at the Philadelphia navy yard for a unique unmanned target experiment. Controlled by radio from seaplanes, the Iowa will move under its own steam, with two coal boilers converted to oil, and will be used as a moving target by Atlantic fleet ships in Chesapeake Bay. The ship will trial radio control, smoke screens, and course changes mimicking battle conditions, then sink as the old Texas did years earlier.

Washington Iowa Cevera Santiago Philadelphia Navy Yard Chesapeake Bay Atlantic Texas Ohio Bureau of Steam Engineering

Regaining Tahiti Relics From Ancient War Gods

Papeete Tahiti July 30 ancient force of Tahiti to be uncovered by excavation as red kumstocine tapestries of South Pacific Islanders ordered destroyed a century ago by Christian missionaries are to be unearthed. Efforts to recover relics of forgotten worship proceed vigorously. The great central Marae temple at Ateburu on Tahiti once held human sacrifices to the war god Oro.

Papeete Tahiti Kegeny Ateburu Tahiti Island Oro Tahit Opoa Raiatea Pacific Marne Captain Cook Por

Training Camp Shows Great Builder in Camp Devens

Statistics from Camp Devens Massachusetts reveal 740 cadets whose student personnel records indicate strong overall physical conditioning. Average weight and chest measurements appear within normal ranges, suggesting robust fitness levels across the group.

Camp Devens Mass

Trolleys Face Suspension Debate and Fare Pressure

City commission hearings reveal opposition to sudden trolley fare hikes. Percy Litchfield argues for measured reform and state sharing to support operations, regulate jitneys, and protect Bridgeport’s transit needs amid looming suspension. Authorities weigh impact on traffic and regional costs.

Public Utilities Board Hearing Deliberations On Connecticut Company Losses

Chairman Higgins questions the grant of an increase as Mr. Litchfield urges delaying any decision to allow thorough investigation. Commissioner Alsop pressed whether figures from the Connecticut Company showing losses are taken seriously during the hearing.

Higgins Mr. Litchfield Connecticut Company Joseph W. Alsop

Flat rate preferred in city and suburban lines debate

Mr Litchfield argues timing. Chairman Higgins questions rate types. The discussion centers on choosing between flat or zone pricing for both city and suburban lines, with a commissioner seeking preferences and rationale.

Mr. Litchfield Higgins Commissioner

Bridgeport Trolley Fare Debate Sparks Public Utility Review

The public will prefer easier collection and clearer accounting says Mr Litchfield as Chairman Higgins shares plans for a Connecticut Company valuation by October 1. He suggests delaying rate decisions until a thorough probe, while Mayor Wilmon of Bridgeport argues five cent fares stem from coinage and Bridgeport should be treated as a system.

Higgins Wilmon Bridgeport Connecticut Company Public

Brown Calf Oxford and Colonial Pump Shoe Prices

Classified shoe sale listing details brown calf Oxfords with military heel priced at 7.95 from a 10 to 12 dollar value. Includes brown kid Colonial Pumps with Louis heel priced 7.95 from 12 dollar value and black kid Theorie with Louis heel priced 8.95 from 14 dollar value.

Rockwell & Co Louis Heel Louis

Black and White Photos Sold at Best Quality

The listing notes items in black and white at top quality offered in beaver gray and black white tones. Prices shown indicate best quality prints available for $2.00.

Children Slip-on Sweaters Reduced to 5 50

For children heading to the seashore a sweater is essential with school time ahead. Colors shown are rose and buff. Coat sweaters, formerly 9 75 now 8 50.

Bathing Dresses and Caps on Sale at Low Prices

Bathing dresses now 2.95 available in all sizes. Surf satin material with shirted arm holes and neck. Also new diving and novelty caps in assorted colors. One piece cotton swimming trunks offered under bath dress at 1.00.

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Tubable Gabardine Skirts With Clover Belts and Pockets

Fabric column promotes tubable gabardine skirts that stay bright after laundry. Highlights skirts featuring clover belts and pockets with new pricing at 3.99 dollars.

Silk Hose Now Three Dollars At Local Store

A local retailer advertises silk hose priced at 3.00 dollars, highlighting a notable sale or price point. The offer draws attention to hosiery stock and value for customers shopping for luxury wear.

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