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Newspaper

Bridgeport Times

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

May 26, 1920

Page

5

Federation of Boys Clubs Holds Annual Session in New Haven

The New Haven Dwight hall hosted 250 to 300 delegates for the Federation of Boys' Clubs annual conference. Activities included an opening remarks, exhibitions, speeches by Frank R. Lawrence and Professor William Lyons Phelps, and a planned afternoon tour of the university with a Yale Field game attendance.

New Haven Mth Boys’ Club Federation Dwight Hall Frank R. Lawrence Boardman Trade School Taft John D. Coyte Wlliam Lewis Butcher New York Winfield B. King Buffalo N. Y American Red Cross George R. Laird Washington, D. C Dereht ‘Hall Yale-Williams Yale Field United Workers Boys Club Jefferson Street

Zimmer Suspect After Wife Dies From Apparent Accidental Shot

Anthony Zimmer, 26, is held on an open charge after his wife died of a bullet wound. He surrendered at Buffalo police headquarters claiming the shooting was an accident while he was firing at a target. The death occurred at a hospital after he walked in to report the incident.

Buffalo Anthony Zimmer Zimmer

Splendid Silk Sale Highlights Low Wholesale Prices

A large silk sale offers a wide range of fabrics from satin messaline to Georgette crepes with many patterns and colors. Styles include Kimono silks, tricolette, tub silks, crepe de chine, and sport silks, all at reduced prices aimed at wholesalers and shoppers seeking summer fabrics.

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Women’s fine oxford savings and new summer styles

Summer’s fitting low shoes in liked leathers offer beauty and savings. Patent calfskin, black kid, eyelet varieties, stitched tips and military heel noted. Regular prices range from eight fifty to ten dollars. bargain oxfords on display on the floor.

Hosiery Sale Highlights Silk Stockings Savings

Women's black silk stockings priced at 1.95 down from 2.50 and white fiber silk pairs at 75 cents. Features include top and sole of sisle for wear, light seasonable weight, and excellent luster. Left aisle rear display.

Silk Tuxedo Sweaters Feature Distinctive Front Design

Silk Tuxedo sweaters offered at 10.50 each, featuring plain and fine weaves in navy turquoise rose bisque and black. The garments are described as graceful with a distinctive Tuxedo front, marketed as stylish with today’s sports skirts. Regular price 13.50.

Howco Choice Tea Offered At 3 Lbs For $1

Howco choice tea blends Formosa Mixed Orange Pekoe or English Breakfast at 45 cents per pound. This limited sale offers 3 pounds for $1, described as good flavored and a favorite of many families. Front basement.

Bluebird Dinnersets Offered at Bargain Prices Today

The advertisement promotes Bluebird 100 piece dinnersets at 13.50 with other kitchenware deals. It touts American potters raising prices but claims savings in this store. Featured items include Cottage 32 piece sets, Bow yellow ware, white cups and saucers, Japanese china with a blue dragon motif, and gold-banded sugar and cream sets with assorted price cuts.

Big news on Kuppenheimer suits and straws at discount

Plainly stated, Kuppenheimer suits excite the style conscious with prices from 60 dollars down from 70 to 77.50. Hundreds of new straws at 1.95 and alert sailor styles with various braids and models. Also a clearance of rejected hats sold as seconds with minor flaws.

Tiny Tot Shirts Selling Way Below Usual Price

The store offers warm fine shirts for tiny tots at 39 cents, matching fabric and style with items normally priced at 1 to 1.50 dollars. They include double front, double back and front, Rubens belted styles, and no-button models in sizes from infant to size 6. These are maker’s discards with soil or spots, yet sturdy cotton and wool blends remain.

Special Sheffield plate silverware collection sale

Heavy copper based Sheffield plate attracts with durability and beauty. Matching colonial pieces include large serving trays with grape or gallery ledges, bread and card trays, comports, gravy boats, vegetable dishes, meat platters, and tea trays. Prices slashed from regulars to sale amounts. Left to Main street door.

Sheffield

Aprons Offered At Deep Discounts In All Styles

The advertisement lists white, tea, maid, bungalow, and coverall aprons in gingham and percale. Prices are reduced to about the cost of material with items from 75c to 3.00, noting second floor availability and a range of sizes and styles.

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Federation OF Boy’s Clubs Surri DERS Edwin C. Bort W. Ca W. K. Mollan Main ST Sipser Is G. Hunt Wilber Califurna Meles Bidz Georgette Crepes Ain Floor Sheffield Plate Howland Dry Goods
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