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Newspaper

Bridgeport Times

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Oct 04, 1920

Page

5

New York Housing Crisis Seen As Harsh Winter Looms

In New York City a growing homeless population tents out of the city limits as thousands live in tents shacks and cabins. Dr Copeland warns cold season will worsen health and morality with 200 000 families crowded into insufficient housing while new construction favors commercial projects. Authorities urged housing first and慎 thorough review of building permits to avoid worsening conditions.

New York Harlem 8. Copeland Copeland Housing Commission Health Department

Death Notice and Thanks From Bereaved Family

Heartfelt thanks expressed to the Schwaebischer Maenerchor Schwaben Sick Benefit Society Germania Singing Society Bridgeport Lodge B P O EB Brew Masters Association and all friends for floral tokens kind acts and sympathy in the sudden death of Christian Haug. Also railroad ad and banking notices regarding a STUDEBAKER SIX COUPE new tires storage battery offer and Bridgeport Savings Bank book replacement with claims deadline.

Schwaebischer Maenerchor Schwaben Sick Benefit Society Germania Singing Society Bridgeport Lodge B. P.O. EB Brew Masters’ Association Connecticut Breweries Co Christian Haugatp

Fireless cookers improve winter kitchen efficiency

Fireless cookers save time and fuel in cold weather and ease daily cooking. A demonstration this week showcases models from one to three compartments with complete utensils priced from $30 to $63 on the fourth floor. Multiple sizes appeal to modern kitchens and promise tender meals from affordable cuts.

New Royal or Free sewing machine offered by club

A promotional notice advertises New Royal and Free sewing machines to be delivered to homes after joining the autumn sewing machine club. Members pay one dollar to join and then regular cash payments, with no extra charges, for machines priced at 49 cents and 74 cents respectively, delivered from the third floor.

Royal

Tapestry Promises Rich Home Beauty in Fabrics

A newspaper blurb promotes tapestry as a home beautifier with rich colors and patterns. It highlights fabric qualities and lists furniture coverings from $1 to $7.50 per yard, couch covers from $7.50 to $15, and reversible mercerised portieres priced $0.39 to $29. The tone urges shoppers to refresh the indoor season with new textiles.

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