Patrolman Murphy Retired After Duty Sleep Incident
Patrolman John F. Murphy of the Third Precinct was temporarily off duty on September p and later retired at a monthly police meeting after it was found his physical fitness could not warrant continued active duty. He pleaded guilty to neglect of duty for falling asleep on duty guarding the Dwight Heeler home on Brooklawn Ave. He received a pension equal to his rank. Witnesses described him as sub normal but not intoxicated. Dr B J Krn of the Emergency staff said Murphy passed the drunk test. Captain Peter Hall Sergeant Conners Adams and Assistant Superintendent Flood testified.
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John F. Murphy
Third Precinct
Flanagan
Brooklawn
Murphy
B. J. Krn
Peter Hall
Conners Adams
Flood
Besiege Doctor in Own House in New York
Dr Frederick R Sanborn of the state board of health faced a rent law dispute after he and his wife fled to an attic room in their home to avoid Mrs James Barker who had taken their house for the summer They sheltered there while friends delivered meals through a window and feared eviction while Barker insisted on her rights The case centers on permit or lease and legal action for roomers connected to the Sanborns and Barker in New York on October 5.
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New York
Frederick R. Sanborn
State Board of Health
James C. Barker
Myth of the $20 bill worth twenty five explained
A puzzling claim states a twenty dollar bill is worth twenty five dollars with no exceptions. The strange assertion repeats the idea, offering no credible context or authorities to justify the value.
Cut coal bill this winter with a fireless cooker
An advertisement promotes fireless cookers Ideal and Domestic Science that cook without coal, promising savings and versatile results. Three sizes priced from 30 to 63 dollars, showcased at the store on the fourth floor.
Boy's Special Suit Priced at 12 Dollars
A boy’s two-piece suit offer features double-service sets with two trousers, a Norfolk coat with belt and attractive yoke, a back inverted pleat, and pure woolen blend fabric in brown, green, or tan, all for 12 dollars at Front Base.
Drapery Fabrics Offer Fine Madras and Cretonne
Soft and beautiful Scotch madras for curtains at reduced prices. Slim patterns with border and centered effects in cream shades. Cretonnes, imported and American made, offered at new lower prices from 75c to 59c per yard. Third floor display features varied color combinations and artistic designs.
Rug saving to be grasped
Room-size rugs offered at a big sale with heavy Axminster and seamless velvet options. Rugs feature various patterns in brown blue and green, with some seam shading mismatches. Regularly priced at 69 dollars, now 45 dollars on the third floor.
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Axminster
Velvet hats with ostrich trimming at 3.95
Handsome velvet hats offered in large and medium sizes with new style markings. Trimmed with ostrich plumes in contrasting or harmonious arrangements. Describes colors black brown purple and notes limited quantity and second floor location.
Howland Clothes Offer Luxurious Dolman Coats
Beautiful new coats at $55 showcase dolmans that envelop the wearer in grace and beauty. Luxurious fabrics include velour taupe and navy, trimmed with fine stitching, fur accents, and rich self collars. The collection features distinct styles such as reindeer bolivia and reindeer with seal collars. Visit Howland on the second floor. 355
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Bolivia
Women's Shoes Sale With $1 and $2 Clips
Bargain shoe parade offers women’s footwear at savings of one or two dollars. Brown calfskin, brown kid, patent leather, and moire tops displayed in various styles with French heels. Real value $10 and $11. special price on main floor rear.
Pyrex and Silver for the Table Offerings
Pyrex and silver for service in the oven prove its value in the kitchen. Brides received a Pyrex shower last week. Pyrex casseroles and pie-dishes with silver-plated frames range from $5 to $8.50. bread trays feature new patterns from $3.50 to $8. Left aisle front.
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Howland Dry Goods
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