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Newspaper
Bridgeport Times
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Sep 07, 1920
Page
6
George C. Hanson American Consul at Foochow details duties from protecting American interests to aiding missionaries and resolving disputes. He recounts a 1918 Standard Oil incident, consular oversight of registration, notary duties, ship clearances, and extraterritorial legal authority. He notes cooperation with British officials and risks during revolutions.
A former American consul details duties from entertaining foreign naval officers to writing political reports and handling unexpected crises. He cites improvements on the Min River at Foochow funded by a surtax, and his extensive training including six years of exams in Chinese language, law, and classics. He notes staff limits and personal routines, ending with a light remark on Prohibition.
A brief excerpt features a twoMartian dialogue joking about human belief and a commentary on Mexican people investing in oil stocks, with an insinuation about Americanization. The clipped text reflects a satirical exchange and a stock market remark without a clear news event or identifiable sources.
A newspaper blurb touts Paris millinery as a means of personal expression through distinctive hats. It highlights fresh youthful styles with bold shapes and trims, inviting readers to view an exclusive group of original models, copies, and adaptations. All are welcome to visit the display.
A textile feature promotes Shantung and Cheviot shirts for young men resuming studies. Shantung fabric offers a Japanese fine weave with attachable or detachable collars and soft cuffs, priced at 3.39 dollars. Cheviot options boast heavy quality with attached, buttoned-down collars at 1.95 dollars.
An early display presents Women's Sandals as the favored choice for light rain or slushy fall weather. The Beacon Rubber Footwear Company offers high and low cut styles with storm rubber effect. Complete sizes, basement sale, price 75 cents per pair.
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