Propagating Young Oysters Shows Promise in Tests
West Sayville New York September 1 propagation of young oysters ready to set out may multiply with proper care into a flourishing breed. W F Wells of the New York Conservation Commission reports on his oyster breeding study. He describes incubating seeds to the set stage in hatcheries and notes the potential to overcome handling challenges with a centrifugal machine and inverted glass carboys. He cites pollution as a possible factor in reduced oyster production over the last decade.
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West Sayville
N. Y
W. F. Wells
New York
Wells
Seta
Connecticut
Stratford Lodge No. 78 K of P to be instituted
NEW STRATFORD LODGE K OF P will establish Stratford Lodge No. 78 with officers installed Thursday evening September Std at the Post Office building Stratford Public invited to witness the ceremony. Grand Lodge officers Emanuel Cave Bridgeport Frederick C Marggraff Waterbury William Cowl New Britain George B Wright Hartford William N Potter Willimantic Thomas H Treland New London Charles Griffiths New Haven Frederick M Parsons Seymour will officiate. The lodge aims to be a leading unit with two representatives at the Grand Lodge convention in Bridgeport Oct 19. Samuel Kane of Hartford may address the assembly.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Knigits
Pything
Buildine
Stratford
Stratford Lodge
K. of P
Grand Lodge
Emanuel Cave
Bridgeport
Samuel Kane
Hartford
Veterans fund proposal cited in Bridgeport Times
Letter from Bridport reader urges that a $20,000 gift intended for Spanish American War Veterans be given to the Veterans of Foreign Wars. He argues VFW, with Connecticut veteran members, should distribute funds to Posts to aid the organization’s activities nationwide. Also notes 1920 import export data from the Commerce Department.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bridport
Conn
Bridgeport Times
Veterans of Foreign Wars
Taylor
Mexico
Connecticut
Washington
Department of Commerce
United States
First annual basket lunch picnic at Lewis grove Stratford
About 100 Cronoque lodge of Odd Fellows members and families attended a picnic at Samuel Lewis grove on East Main Street Stratford. The day featured a baseball game between Clam Diggers and Ding Bats ending 20 to 2, a bountiful luncheon, and various athletic events with numerous winners including Leo Herb and Mrs. Marie Brown.
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Times
Stratford
Cronoque Lodge of
Odd Fellows
Samuel "Lewis
East Main Street
Lewis
Imone
Housatonic River
Oronoaue Lodge
Evening Star Rebekah Lodge
Ding Bats
Parafit
Amon
John Hale
Toxins
Morehouse
Lockery
Clam Diggers
Kinghorn
Benson
Hale
Paravitt
Herb
Pits
Booth
Kelley
Brantmeyer
Guggenheim
Goodwin
Brown & Hale
Besta
Sherwood
Evening Star Tebekah Lodge
Btove
Leo Herb
Marie Brown
Albert Guggenheim
H. G. Kinghorn
A. Woolard
Frank Norton
Carl Moore
Leonard Henson
Burr Sherwin
Amy Parifitt
Burr Sherwood
George Fife
E. Pitt
W. E. Burritt
David Middlebrooks
George Hale
Archie Cranson
Fred Wheeler
Cronoque Lodge
Edward Quick
Emma Johnson
Ell Beach
Elsie Elliog
H. G Kinghorn
E. Bease
Connecticut Patents Granted August 31 1920
List of patent grants compiled in Bridgeport and Hartford list Elkins Abraham Ash lifting device Platt Clarence D Scully John J winding mechanism for spring motors Sidon Maximilian electrical connecting device Cole Robert C plug out base Miller Edwin electric iron Gilbert Alfred C toy submarine Hart Franklin H Lock for vehicle doors Mas Anton parallel jaw pliers Raceio Pasquale Latch Carroll Willard R Derby making metal bands or rings Fosberg George A automobile direction signal Lewis Arthur J Stratford mechanism for forming and assembling snap fastener springs Nichols Frank L Sam ford apparatus for dehydrating food products Reynolds John N Greenwich indicator for flying machines Wamback Frederic Greenwich combined milk bottle holder and lock White Charles D Norwich spinning ring Beck Ernest T design spoon fork or similar article Kintz Alfred G Wallingford zs iee spoon Wark or Bimler article
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A .M. Wooster
Bridgeport
Conn
Elkins
Abraham
Platt
Clarance D
Scully
John J
Sidon
Maximilian
Cole
Robert C
Hartford
Miller
Edwin
Gilbert
Alfred C
New Haven
Hart
Franklin H
Mas
Anton
Raceio
Pasquale
Latch
Carroll
Willard R
Derby
Fosberg
George A
New Britain
Lewis
Arthur J
Stortford
Nichols
Frank L. Samford
Reynolds
John N
Greenwich
Wamback
Frederic
White
Charles D
Norwich
Beck
Ernest T
Meriden
Kintz
Alfred G
Wallingford
Bimler
Monogram Request Sparks Witty Car Sale Quip
A Buffalo Express quip features a seller proposing monogram branding on a car and a buyer named Isaac O. Uxbridge requesting a personal monogram, highlighting a humorous exchange on custom initials.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Isaac O. Uxbridge
Suffalo Express
Seaplane Disaster Off Seaside Reef Delivers Wreckage
Pilot Harry Rogers and 15 rescuers fought to drag the Aero Limited No. seaplane from water about a half mile off Seaside Bathing Pavilion after a driftwood collision tore a hole under the motor. Five passengers escaped uninjured as wings broke away and wreckage drifted in six hours of churning waves. Repairs likely in Flushing, Long Island, with tow attempts expected today if wind and tide cooperate.
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Harry Rogers
Hugh
Rogers
Flushing
Long Island
Aero Limited No
Boston
Important Papers Reported Missing in Empire Aftermath
Vienna reports many records from the empire’s final days have vanished from files. The War Activities Commission invites officers to provide verbal testimony or personal papers to complete the historical record. Immunity from punishment is promised for disclosed testimony.
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Vienna
Empire
War Activities Commission
Mid week Park Street Congregational Church Service
The Mid week meeting of Park Street Congregational Church resumes Wednesday at eight. This bi monthly service precedes next Sunday's Holy Communion. Dr Gerald H Beard returning to Bridgeport will speak on The Attractiveness of the Christian Fellowship and Service.
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Park Street
Serbians Stop Relief Party In Montenegro
London reports charges that Serbian military forces halted British and Canadian relief missions in Montenegro. Alex Devine of Winchester says Serbia blocks access, seizes boats and material, and threatens relief workers. Colonel Burnham appeals to Britain for protection as conditions worsen. Montenegro reportedly faces terror, distress, and depopulation.
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London
Montenegro
Alex Devine
Winchester
Nicholas
Devine
Belgrade
Italy
Burnham
Monenegro
Protection
Mr. Devine
Colonel Burnham
Ipek
Serbia
Honest Old Man Shorter by Ground Floor Propositions
A concise humorous exchange quoted from the Buffalo Express notes a man shrinking in stature as laughter follows the refrain that he has repeatedly been let in on ground floor investments with the expected results.
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Buffalo Express
Diamond Dyes Offer Simple Step Dye for All Fabrics
Consumers learn that Diamond Dyes provide easy to follow directions to dye garments, draperies, and coverings in a rich fadeless color for wool, silk, linen, cotton, or blends. Buy Diamond Dyes from a druggist and get a color card to guide even first-time dyers.
Public housing debate signals New York reforms
A New Republic editorial argues that competitive private housing fails and urges a constitutional amendment to enable public housing managed by state and city authorities. It cautions against quick fixes and suggests public housing could reduce political influence from Tammany Hall while improving services.
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Tammany
Fashionable Georgette Blouses in Delicate Colors
Special blouses in georgette offered in pink white and maize with elaborate multicolor embroidery. Feature round necks and medium long sleeves. Priced attractively as hot weather wanes, presenting a refined option for summer wardrobes.
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Georgette
Pongee Waists Offered In Tailored and Conventional Styles
Two ninety eight price waist garments described as pongee fabric for daily and business wear. Styles include high or low necks with hemstitched tucks brown buttons and brown ties. Durable and versatile for office or casual use.
Draperies Fabrics and Upholstery Materials Sale
Advertisement lists prices for draperies pillow covers chair covers and upholstery work. Features double faced terry cloth in four autumn colors blue rose brown and olive green with large floral patterns. Cloth is 36 inches wide and sells for 2.00 a yard.
The Hypatia Brassiere Gains Popularity in Stores
The Hypatia Brassiere is becoming popular with varying models available in corset sections. Some lace in front or back or at the side, made of coutil or cotton silk brocade, and all include hose supporters. Priced from five dollars, designed to straighten the figure and support the diaphragm.
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Just Good Commonsense
Everybody Likes a Boston Bag
A leather section display announces capacious and sturdy Boston bags in russet and black. They feature strong strap fastenings and a plain durable design that epitomizes Bostonese. no limit is stated on capacity.
Nickel plated electric irons with stand and plug
Fully nickel plated electric irons complete with stand and 6 ft cord and plug for five dollars. Basement location.
Incense Burners and Odor Packages on Sale
Oriental incense burners feature urns and household gods imagery. Incense pleases many and may repel mosquitoes and insects. Burners priced from 50 cents to 5.95 dollars. Incense in packages with varied odors. Stationery section also offers related items.
Jewish New Year Cards Assortment Pleasing in Design
A good assortment of Jewish New Year cards described as very pleasing in design and color. Available in denominations of 5, 10, and 15 cents.
Time Has Come for Wide Scarf Veil Ombre Chiffons
The item is a two yard long very wide scarf veil in ombre chiffon. It swathes the head when worn in a car and has flying ends. Colors described as double-tone smoke and blue shaded orchid coral or emerald.
Jetted bands for autumn lace net trims at trimming section
The advertisement highlights new lace net bands up to forty inches wide with floral designs outlined in bugles and beads, heavily encrusted with sequins. Described as original and very elegant, offered by the trimming section on the main floor.
Autumn Hats Displayed in Brown Blue and Black Textiles
A catalog note describes the most stunning autumn hats in brown blue and black shades. Duvetyn facing on the brim complements the silk beaver. Available sizes include 22 inch at 25 cents 12 inch at 10 cents and 6 inch at 5 cents.
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NEW Stratford Lodge, K. OF P
Peter Gleason
Main St
Cortez C. Rockwell
Jovbing
Main and
Hillside Avenue
Diot
Charles Baker Savage
Hanson Avenue
Main Street
Savage
Army
REOLO
A.L. Reusing
Genka
Iesone
Reolo, Inc
Cleveland
Ohio
Arcade
Stop Relief Party
Financially Speaking
Mollan’s
W. K. Bollan
G. W. Fairchild & Sons, Inc
Arcadé Corner
New Republic
Sam
Tommy
Hypatia” Brassiere
Orient
Cts
Lonery Sestion
Che
Oor
Silk
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