Blaze at E Kitz Furniture Store Injures Two
A glue pot ignited in E Kitz furniture store at 870 Main Street causing a fire that damaged about 1000 dollars. Two people were injured and treated at Bridgeport hospital. Firemen responded with help from police and bystanders aided evacuations.
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E. Kitz
Main Street
Katz
Juis Smith
John Halpin
John Howell
Serjeanthamas Connery
Smith
Jacob Kane
Clifford Place
Bridgeport Hospital
Treament
Albert Schmidlin
Middle Street
Smith Comstockery
Debs to be notified for Socialist presidential bid
National Socialist party officials in Chicago announce a six member committee led by Seymour Stedman of New York will depart for Atlanta to notify Eugene V. Debs of his nomination for the U S presidency on the Socialist ticket. The delegation plans to return to Atlanta Saturday morning.
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Chicago
National Separty
Seymour Stedman
New York
Atlanta
Eugene V. Debs
Three Sentenced to Die in Canal Zone Murder
Vanama May 26 Three negroes convicted of murdering a watchman at the Mount Hope powder magazine on May 7 were sentenced to death by Judge J W Hanan in U S District Court. The crime has been called the most brutal murder in the Canal Zone. The watchman was beaten to death with heavy blacksmiths hammers. Home May 26 The dirigible air ship I 34, which in 1919 flew across the Atlantic, had a trial flight yesterday and may soon attempt a Rome to Buenos Aires flight. The airship has a 50000 cubic meter gas capacity and an aluminum compartment for 100 passengers. If the trip occurs pilots will be civilians. The R 34 was built for the British army. A December London despatch said aviation firms intended to acquire the R 34 and R 39 and establish a weekly airship service to America.
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Vanama
Mount Hope
J. W. Hanan
U. S
Canal Zone
Atlantic
England
New York
Rome
Buenos Aires
London
America
California Syrup of Figs Ad Claims Gentle Laxative
An old advertisement promotes California Syrup of Figs as the best and most harmless laxative for children. It emphasizes the fruity taste and that full directions are on each bottle, urging readers to look for the California name on the package.
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California
Car crashes through cafe window on Main Street
An automobile owned by Robert Lee of 753 Washington avenue slid brakes from a parked position and smashed through a plate glass window at W. H. Denton’s cafe located at 1640 Main Street last night on Washington avenue. The incident occurred as the car dashed onto Main Street near the incline. The report notes the owner’s residence was nearby. May 26 in Boston references federal sugar firm actions.
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Washington Avenue
Main Street
W. H. Denton
Robert Lee
Government targets sugar refiners for hoarding profits
The government yesterday charged the Revere Sugar Refinery and vice president Henry E. Worcester with profiteering and hoarding of sugar. Officials allege they exacted excessive prices and withheld supply to inflate profits.
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Revere Sugar
Henry E. Worcester
Sugar firms charged with price fixing hoarding profits
From the market the American Sugar Refining Company and W K Green charged with selling sugar at excessive prices. Complaints allege they made millions by hoarding and regulating price. Worcester and Green released on personal recognizance after June 4 hearing set. The Independent Sugar Company soldiers charged with obtaining excessive prices in another complaint.
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American Sugar Refining Company
W. K . Green
Worcester
Green
Independent Sugar Company
Sugar price discrepancy case heads to June hearing
It was alleged that sugar sold for 242 cents a pound while bought at 16 cents a pound. Meyer Isakson, general manager, represented the company before the Federal commissioner and agreed to be in court for a hearing on June 4.
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Meyer Isakson
Sioner
Cour
Pretty caps on display from nets georgettes and ribbons
A large collection showcases caps made from nets georgettes and ribbons in plain and fancy styles. All colors are represented for varied tastes.
Drawers-79c to $1.89 Embroidered Helena Drawer Ad
Advertises women and misses drawers at 79 cents to 1.89 dollars. Highlights embroidery trim and a Helena style that creates a short skirt effect.
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Helena
Shadow-proof Sateen Petticoats with Tailored Flounce
A vintage item description highlights shadow-proof sateen petticoats featuring a plain tailored flounce and an elastic top for a snug fit. The piece emphasizes practicality and period fashion detail for undergarment construction.
Petticoats Offered In Various Styles And Sizes
Silk poplin petticoats in pink and white listed in regular and extra sizes with plain and fancy flounce options. Also available is the double panel skirt.
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Blue
Stedman
Debs
PTELD
Marshal Boroevic
Vienna
Beetowic Boroevic
Malian
Madrid
Barcelona
Bourt
Miliaonaire Liquor
B. Smith
Stewart Warner Co
Calrym- Ple'a
Yester
Sheridan Road
Mr. Smith
Boston
the Federal Gov
Towe & Kohlmaier
Main ST. Stratfield
Gold Street Acres
Great Plano
S.E. Lee Piano Co
The
Alfred Fox
Fairfield Ave
Mantler’s
Clark's
O. T
Noble
Main ST
Nala
Madame Irene
Billie Burkes
Pajamas
Batiste and Cambric
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