Immunity Center to Open June 20 in Bridgeport
The Y M C A and Y W H A open a Jewish community center in Bridgeport on June 20 at 7 p.m. Eagles hall is converted for Jewish activities featuring vocational education and Americanization. Notable speakers include George H. Cohen and Harry G. Fromberg with musical performances and a national anthem singalong.
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Bridgeport
Y. M
Eagles
George H. Cohen
U. S
Hartford
Harry G. Fromberg
New York City
Meesten
Princess Theater
Kaye
Miss Brody
Vandewie
Rock and Brody
Young Foden Clube
Perrotti Shot in Feud Standoff In New Haven
In New Haven on June 16 Dominick Perotti held on $10,000 bond over alleged poisoning whisky and man slaughter charges in Springfield. He was shot five times while seated on a motor truck by Michael Fiore of Torrington, held without bonds after police say Fiore traveled from Waterbury to ambush him, ending a feud among whisky runners.
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New Haven
Dominick Perotti
Springfield
Mass
Michael Fiore
Torrington
Perrotti
Mix
New York
Connecticut
Port Chester
Fiore
Waterbury
Yale to Open New Department of Education
Yale Graduate School announces a new Department of Education to aid teachers in New Haven and worldwide. Frank E. Spaulding chairs the department with a team including Arnold Gesell J Crosby Chapman Catherine Bryce and Margareth Cobb. Most courses for 1920 21 are graduate level and open to qualified men and women. Saturday morning courses target teachers and school executives.
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New Haven
Yale Graduate School
Frank E. Spaulding
Arnold L., Gesell
J. Crosby Chapman
Catherine T. Bryce
Margareth E. Cobb
Danbury Trolley Workers Win Hourly Wage Increase
Danbury June 16 The Danbury and Bethel Street Railway Co receivers report wage readjustment. Two-man car crews receive 55 cents per hour and one-man car motorman conductor 50 to 60 cents during a six month probation. Receiver Moss says funds must be found to cover higher operating costs.
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Danbury
Danbury & Bethel Street Railway Co
Moss
Delegation to Democratic Convention Heads West from New Haven
Nearly 40 delegates alternates and guests will travel from New Haven to the San Francisco Democratic national convention. The party departs Thursday at 4 35 PM EST from the Hotel Garde with three officials unable to ride on the special cars and Secretary Alexander S Ugach grappling with limited sleeping space on the three cars.
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New Haven
Party of Delegates
San Francisco
Pacific Coast
Garde
Alexander S. Ugach
Drowned at Power House Channel Claims Child Victim
The power house channel at Seaview avenue claimed its first drowning victim of the season when 12 year old Toby Devitto of Sherman street sank to his death yesterday afternoon. His brother Charles witnessed the tragedy and notified their mother. The body was recovered by David Goldstein of Warren street.
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Power House
Seaview Avenue
Toby Devitto
Joseph Devitto
No. 139
Sherman Street
Charles
David Goldstein
Warren Street
Yugoslav government to govern Bosnia and Herzegovina directly
Belgrade announced on June 16 a decision to refuse autonomy for Bosnia and Herzegovina. The region will be governed directly from Belgrade, ending its autonomous status and linking administration to the central government.
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Bosnia
Belgrade
Bosnia and Herzegovina
Jugo Slavia
Crusade Against Nod Regulation Headlights Organized
Bridgeport joins a state drive against auto law violators. Under A. H. McMurray of the State Department of Motor Vehicles, inspectors began a roundup targeting drivers whose cars lack regulation headlights.
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Bridgeport
A. H. McMurray
State Department of Motor Vehicles
Seims Bruce Wedding Shower Highlights June Plans
A unique bridal shower honored Miss Nicholine Bruce as she prepares to marry J. H. Seims on June 30. Mrs. Lester Burdick hosted the event at Westfield avenue with groceries as gifts and wildflower decorations.
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Seims
Lake Torpedo Co
Frear Carstenson
Frederick Betz
Bessie Rose
George Hoss
Edith Hayden
Otto Riling
Gilbert Mott
Helen Sanger
William Thomas
Belle Bruce
Rosalind Fekel
Nicoline Brace
White shoes set for summer wear in white and nubuck
The piece lists various white shoe styles for summer including nubuck, linen, and canvas pumps and oxfords with long or medium vamps and different soles. Prices range from 4.50 to 10.00, highlighting a season’s stock ready for women and growing girls.
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Nubuck
Summer Undies With Comfort Fabric and Hosiery Offer
Cool comfort in summer undergarments features gauze weight vests and bodices for women, fine cotton beaded tops, and elastic sizes around 37 1 2c to 45c. Lisle vests and bodices with lace yokes in several styles from 59c to 1.25. Full fashion silk lisle hose and pure thread silk hose offered in black white navy cordovan and more, with prices from 75c to 2.00. Main floor left.
Summer Furnishings Change Selections Featured
Advertised summer furnishings include a range of cotton pajamas in stripes and plain colors from $2.50 to $7.50, union suits at $2 to $2.50, and extra fine fibre silk socks in black cordovan grey and navy. Washable mercerized ties in silky appearance offered as four in hands at 35 cents to 25 cents.
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Union
Crystal Washer Promises Easy Home Laundry Solution
An advertisement extols the Crystal Washer as a labor saving home laundry device. It promises thorough cleaning without rubbing, wringing, or back strain, handling delicate lingerie to heavy sheets. The machine’s cycle includes washing, wringing, rinsing, and air drying, with easy payment terms offered for in home demonstrations.
Crepe Bloomers for Women at One Dollar
Ladies can buy light cool crepe bloomers advertised as summery and easy care no ironing required. Available in white or pink, sizes 23 to 29, priced at one dollar, on the second floor.
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Ansonia
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Hogan
Mc Auliffe
Washington
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Ary
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Yale
Frisco
John Reck
Pec Maar
Davenport
Ogo
Cor. Broad
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Howland Dry Goods CO
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Barnum
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