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Newspaper
Bridgeport Times
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Oct 29, 1920
Page
18
Saturday marks the final day of Bridgeport’s anniversary sale featuring extensive discounts on hats waists coats and fur trimmed accessories. The advertisement highlights silk and velvet hats wallets and capes for women and girls with numerous price points, plus ready to wear and rain coats and a wide range of petticoats and scarves.
William McGrath of Dover Street was knocked down by a motorist near Island Brook and Reservoir avenues. He received medical aid and was discharged home from Emergency Hospital. A separate suit seeks $4,000 for injuries from an accident on Fairfield Avenue on September 24. Another case claims $12,000 in damages over an unpaid loan filed in Wilton in the Superior Court.
A list of small sewing and hair accessory items with prices: snap fasteners 3 more 415 on canes, etlix Wee OE earl patie epi pink and blue 6. Slipper Trees for varnish ed wood and steel wire 10¢ a pair. Wire Hair Pins bronze color 5¢ a package. Hair Rolls small 25¢, large 59¢. Parisian Crumpers hair cutting 10c a page.
An advertisement presents Queen Quality Hair Goods as the exclusive agency for a well known line. It touts finest carefully selected grades of human hair and guarantees every piece is clean and sanitary.
Many men prefer two piece ribbed underwear. The display offers long sleeve shirts and ankle length drawers in good weight cotton sold at $1.25 per piece.
This is a splendid time for men to prepare fall and winter shirt needs. The store offers a complete assortment of Men's Fine Grey Flannel Shirts with attached collars and good weight. They are priced at $2.50.
The Hague reports ongoing danger from minefields off Frisia as both German and Dutch navies push to clear them. Many mines remain afloat despite concerted demining efforts along the north coast. A gadget note mentions a leather shoe heel protector in black tan and Cordovan, held by an adjustable strap over the instep.
Congress backed a mediation and arbitration policy in the Naval Appropriation Bill approved in 1916. The measure, passed by large bipartisan margins in the Senate and House, urged disarmament and authorizing the President to invite nations to settle disputes peacefully by mediation after the war in Europe ends.
The document describes sending representatives to a conference to create a court or tribunal for disputed international questions. It notes a bill funding the effort and a potential reduction in naval expenditures if the plan succeeds. Also mentions a truck with large capacity and maneuverability, detailing tire sizes.
Advanced rotor truck showcases a design that dumps loads onto the sidewalk with a floor near curb height. It features hydraulic lifts and steering, with drive to the front wheels.
Jewelry to go with fall styles includes bar pins with white and colored stones, a bangle bracelet set of two or three priced 59¢ to 1.79. Long chain pearl beads in large or small sizes at 79¢ to 1.00. Fancy bead necklaces feature crystal beads, jet and red rock stones, offered at 1.00.
Picture frames range from 59 cents to 2.50 dollars made of Polish metal with a high nickle finish. Available in oval and square styles.
Display shows Arabian Ivory and White filet nets described as 3% inch wide with regular value 59¢ but offered at 48¢.
Describes a fabric sale offering filet nets at 75 cents down to 59 cents per yard. Available widths 36 inches in colors White Arabian and Ivory. Note includes pricing and color options for potential buyers.
An October feature highlights an electric heater attached to a car's cooling system that prevents freezing. By flipping a switch, the hood heater starts from the electrical circuit, easing winter driving in cold communities.
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