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Newspaper

Bridgeport Times

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Mar 16, 1920

Page

5

Obituaries Copied From Local Funeral Notices

Funeral services are reported for Clarence Le roy Elderd at Mullins Scott Redgate parlors with Rev. Benjamin F Root officiating. Burial followed in Mountain Grove cemetery. Mrs Kate Duval funeral held at home of daughter Mrs Charles Riehl. Rev Root officiated. burial in Park cemetery. Eawin Raymond Satlipp 54 died at home on Wood av onues. Services Wednesday 2 PM at home. burial Mountain Grove cemetery. Mary Smith 63 died yesterday. survived by husband Thomas B Smith two daughters Mrs Charles A Miller Mrs Frederick Zwierlein and son William Lyons of San Francisco. Funeral Thursday 8:30 AM from Mrs Zwierlein home 2405 Main St high requiem at St Charles church 9 AM. burial St Michael cemetery. Garrison F Brink died yesterday after protracted illness at 603 Brooks St. Employed by U M C Co. Woodmen of the World member. Survived by wife two sons Harold Fred. sister Mrs Edward Morey and brothers William Josiah John. Funeral 7:30 PM Wednesday at home. Rev Archibald F Campbell to officiate. Body to Rosindale N J Thursday for burial in Rosingale Plains cemetery. Elizabeth Juhasy 21 died yesterday at home 110 Andover St. Funeral Wednesday 9 AM from home. burial Mountain.

Clarence I. Elderd Clarence Leroy Elderd Mullins, Scott & Redgate Golden Hill Street Benjamin F. Root St Paul's Episcopal Church Mountain Grove Cemetery Kate Duval Charles Riehl French Street St. Paul's Episcopal Church Park Cemetery Eawin E. Satlipp Eawin Raymond Satlipp Wood Avyonues Mary Smith Thomas B. Smith St. Charles’ Church Charles A. Miller Frederick Zwierlein William Lyons San Francisco Zwierlein Main Street St Charles Church St. Michael’s Cemetery Garrison F. Brink Brooks Street Woodmen of the World Harold Fred Brink Edward Morey William Josiah John Brink Archibald F. Campbell Washington Park M. E Rosindale Rosingale Plains Elizabeth Johasy Elizabeth Juhasy Mary Andrew Juhasy Andover Street

Building contracts total record $452 million for Jan-Feb 1920

New York officials report two month total of $452,511,000 in building contracts, far above 1919 and 1918. Chicago led districts with $189,506,000, New York district second at $115,945,000, driven by industrial and business structures.

New York Oniol Missouri F. W. Dodge Company Chicago

Voting machines restrict women voters under new suffrage ruling

New Haven March 16 voting machines if equal suffrage passes would not be usable by women in the fall. Town Clerk John E Doughran says women would vote only for president and vice president under the federal amendment and a method to separate these offices from state tickets would be needed.

New Haven Conn John E. Doughan Dowghan

Glory of Orient Rugs in American Makers

An advertisement extols Oriental style rugs reproduced by leading American makers. Rich colors, durability, and harmony with fine furniture are highlighted. Nine by twelve foot Brussels rugs with quiet all over patterns are priced around $78, couch covers in Oriental effect range from $7.50 to $12, and larger sets from $100 to $175.

Orient

Funeral for Mrs Jabez Smith Held at Broad Street Home

Many mourners and family attended the service at her Broad street residence with Rev. Howard Meserve and Rev. Frank Carleson leading prayers and scripture. Community notes report regiment scores and upcoming events, including a Red Men masquerade fundraiser and local health statistics for the week ending March 13, 1920, noting a mumps epidemic in Ridgefield.

Mra Jabez Smith Broad Street Howard ©. Meserve Plymouth Church Frank Carleson

Mithra Lodge Ballots Four Applications Tonight at Castle Hall

Mithra Lodge Knights of Pythias will ballot on four applications at tonight's meeting in Castle hall 1025 Main street. On April 9 a class of candidates will receive the rank of page. Jerusalem Chapter Royal Arch Masons holds a special convocation tonight to confer the royal arch degree.

Mithra Lodge Knights of Pythias Castle Hall Main Street Jerusalem R.A. M

Danderine Ad Claims Quick Hair Cessation and Dandruff Cure

An advertisement promises immediate stop to hair loss and dandruff by applying a small bottle of Danderine to the scalp. It claims several uses will halt shedding and reveal new life, vigor, brightness, and thickness in the hair, with results visible soon.

Wendell's Pills Ambition Brand For Nervous People

The nerve tonic Wendell's Pills Ambition Brand promises vigor and vitality for nervous exhaustion and debility. Sold for 60 cents with a refund offer if dissatisfied on first box at Hindle's Pharmacy Hartigan Drug Stores and dealers nationwide.

Hindle Pharmacy Hartigan Drug Stores Hindle’s Hartigam

St Jacob’s Liniment Promises Quick Relief for Aches

An old advertisement touts St Jacob’s Liniment for backache colds congestion rheumatism and neuralgia claiming instant relief when rubbed on tender spots. It urges use for sore throat stiff neck and sciatica and notes a small bottle is available at drugstores with no strong alternatives. The copy shifts to a separate jab about bank presidents manufacturers and clerks in worn clothes.

Musterole Siz

Crystal washer promises easy washday for every home

An advertisement touts a Crystal electric washer that handles washing and wringing quickly and reliably. It claims simple operation, reduces labor for wives, and invites readers to see the machine in action on the fourth floor.

Prices on Aluminum and Enamelware in Fourth Floor Sale

A catalog of kitchen aids offers aluminum coffee percolators seven cup size at 3.50, electric irons six pound at 4.25, six pound detachable plug irons at 5.25, aluminum saucepan sets 14 2 and 214 quart at 1.25, oil mops with long handles at 1.50, and enamelware coffee pots in four sizes at 2.95 in the fourth floor sale.

Chandeliers and Candlesticks Display on Fourth Floor

Shades with paneled colored glass match bases in finish. Candlesticks in mahogany finish range 6.50 to 30 dollars, 8 to 12 inch. Candles for occasions offered in many designs and colors per box. Plain and twisted candles available in multiple colors, priced per dozen. White patent holder candles sold per dozen. Floor location noted as Fourth floor.

Howland Clothes First For Wise Wardrobe Choices

See Howland clothes first daily as women learn it is wise from every standpoint to shop Howland. Styles are correct and there is a full show of all of them. Fabrics fashionable with desirable colors and weaves. Jersey dresses at 14.75 illustrate value per dollar. Navy pekin beaver tan and copenhagen colors. New tunic models with embroidery. Second floor.

Howland Copenhagen

Delighful vestees and laces offered at value sale

A local listing promotes delightful vestees with extra value and a unique gathering in variety. Oriental and Valenciennes laces, pretty net and organdy with ruffles or lace tucks. White and eerie styles numbered among many pieces. Worth $1.50.

Rosaries for Easter Gift Offerings

Beautiful rosaries with emerald topaz rose sapphire and silver crosses inlaid enamel priced at 5.00. Oval garnet topaz amethyst beads with gold cross 3.75. Opalescent emerald garnet topaz beads 2.25. Colored cut beads blue green yellow 1.25. Children's rosaries in special length 0.50. Main floor rear.

Silverware at good value from Wm A Rogers makers

Lot of silver for table service item 29c described as durable plating on white metal by Wm A Rogers Mfg Co. Includes knives forks large spoons cream ladles and cold meat forks in plain and two fancy patterns. Pieces priced from 50 cents to 1 dollar 50. Lettaisie front.

Wm A Rogers Wm Rogers Mfg Co Lettaisie

French crafted gloves praised for kidlike feel and value

Advert says gloves in white or black sell for 2.15 dollars. They resemble kid skin, cut by French experts and finished in a quality French factory. Black and white styles with embroidered backs are in steady demand and priced as high as 2.50 dollars.

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