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Bridgeport Times

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Jun 24, 1921

Page

9

Shade Trees Necessary to Every Cit

A piece extols shade trees for beauty and shelter, outlines conditions for tree health, and discusses insect control methods from Farmers' Bulletin 1169. It covers bark injection myths, bands, spraying, pruning, fertilization, and how to mail insect samples to the U S Department of Agriculture for eastern region pests.

Goldom Farmers’ Bulletin United States Department of Agriculture Bureau of Entomology Forest Entomology

Pretty hats and summer styles on display

Summer millinery arrives in two classes white hats contrasting with colorful shades. Fine light materials and bright colors fill the shops. Sports hats feature felt in lively tones with silver sheen and baronet satin options. Georgette, taffeta, lace and feathers, including pheasant on tam, dominate. Navy blue and black taffeta hats appear. Two groups priced from $3.95 and $5 up to $10 on the second floor.

Light and welcome bandeau brassieres for summer comfort

The item describes light and welcome bandeau brassieres offering smooth fitting and comfort for summer. It notes pink mesh and flesh toned fabric with back hooks and elastic inserts, with pricing indications of 59 and a second stylish variant, all in a vintage catalog style.

Clever Tuxedo fiber sweaters described in fancy weave

Fiber silk with magnificent luster adds contrast and charm to apparel. Describes brown, copenhagen, or navy options, noting the weave as elegant and extra value without adding warmth or weight.

Copenhagen

Smart Summer Jersey Sport Coats Hit Fashion Notes

Sport coats of smart effect in Jersey fabrics emphasize contrast to make Summer dress appealing. Colors range from brilliant red and green to deep heather with elastic light fabric. Model described as nearly military in simple charm. Sold at $5 on the store’s first floor.

Jersey

Silk gloves to complete Summer attire in varied styles

Advert describes silk gloves in white, pongee, and beaver colors with gray, brown, and black options. Details include 12 or 16-button lengths, price points from $1.50 to $2.25, plus two-clasp styles. Emphasizes quality, fit, and distinctive beauty for summer outfits.

Shoes News: Seasonal Women’s Comfort Styles Arrive

New arrivals for women featuring low shoes with fashionable design and comfort. Sports oxfords in tan or black calfskin with easy walking heels and stout soles priced at 6 dollars. Brown calfskin oxfords with medium toe and low broad heels 7 dollars. Two strap pumps in black kid with military heels. White buck sport oxfords trimmed with black ball straps and black above low broad heels 10 dollars. Main floor rear.

Women’s undergarments in pastel muslin and cotton

Bloomers in pink muslin or crepe sell for 39c. Batiste and Windsor crepe bloomers in flesh tint go for 69c. Envelope chemises and slipover nightgowns in pink muslin are offered, with petticoats in white cotton taffeta featuring deep tucks or shirred flounces at 89c.

Windsor

Fine silk stockings and socks assortment

Full fashioned pure silk stockings with double heel and toe priced at 2.50. Silk full fashioned cordovan white and black at 3.00. Lace stockings in mercerised sisle priced at 1.75. Three-quarter socks for girls 0.45. Girls' regular length socks 0.35. Located in the left aisle rear.

Bargain in men's light underwear 59c sale

Bargain in men's light underwear 59c features voile in checks and stripes with shawl collar and V neck, long sleeves, turn-back cuffs, priced at 1.50. Also a white light cotton shirt and drawer at 59c, labeled by a top maker, sold as imperfect for keen-eyed buyers to point out defects.

Remarkable handkerchiefs and little parasols offer value

Remarkable lot of handkerchiefs at 15c with colors and designs suitable for sports attire. Includes plain white versions with embroidered corners, lace edges, and color borders. Also featuring dozens of patterns and charming 15c items, plus little parasols for children priced at $1 in a single display.

Knitted Capes Parade Charm and Color at Beachwear

The catalog notes smart new knitted capes in colors honeydew green and tan with white bands or white angora collars. Described as dashing, protective over bathing suits, and suitable for evenings at cottages or beaches, with a price of $8.75.

Yeach

Pretty knit underwear advert with lisle garments

An advertisement describes vests and bodices in gauze weight lisle in white or pink. It promotes simple, light, comforting designs including knitted envelope chemises with band tops and an Athena garment praised for smooth fit. Prices range from 45 to 50 cents and $1 to $1.25. Left aisle rear.

Athena

Tent sleeping spots praised for summer recreation

The note extols camping overnight in tents from playgrounds to beaches and woods as a fine summer sleeping space. It highlights sturdy sizes from 6.50 to wall tents in five popular poleless designs, white and khaki, priced 25 to 35 dollars, and mentions a location on the fourth floor.

Bathing Suits Offered In Jersey Fabrics At Seven Fifty

One piece jersey bathing suits priced at 7.50 and all wool jersey options priced at 7.50. Elastic fabric ensures comfortable fit and freedom of movement for swimmers. Plain colors or with bright color accents, surf satin styles tucked at waist finished with a bright belt also priced at 7.50.

Breezeweave and Palm Beach Suits for Men

Cool clothes tempt men with Breezeweave Crash and Palm Beach suits advertised for hot days. Light fabrics, thorough tailoring, and styles in light and dark patterns priced at 15 to 20 dollars, with straw hats at 2.50 and worsted suits for sizes 36 to 46 offering quiet, smooth wear.

Palm Beach

Bandit Chief Hesitates to Travel After Amnesty

Shanghai dispatches report Yang Tienfoh the Yunnan bandit once freed missionary Dr. Shelton and given a colonel’s rank now fears travel in Yunnanfu. He avoids streets unless escorted and petitioned to stay near his troops, signaling unease over his official life post amnesty.

Shanghai Yunanfu Yang Tienfuh Yunnan World News A. Shelton Shelton Yank Tien-foh Yunnanfu

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