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Newspaper
Waterbury Evening Democrat
Location
Waterbury, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Aug 31, 1908
Page
8
A local store advertises an early showing of new fall dress goods with a price display. Shoppers are invited to preview fabrics and patterns ahead of the season, highlighting imported and domestic options for gowns and outerwear.
An advertisement lists Blue Brown Red and Green tradeM tailored models in sizes 34 36 38 with prices 14.95 16.75 18.75 and a sale price 7.95. Sik Suite iv taffeta in shades sizes 34 to 40 with regular prices 19.75 and 21.75 now 80.05 each. Actor or Jumper Suits priced 8.95 per item.
A Washington Star piece argues against straight edged flower beds and praises irregular outlines inspired by Japanese gardens. It explains using real stones on the surface, mini rockeries, stepped or terraced sections, moss, ferns, and panted borders to create a natural, varied look that can be built quickly and dramatically.
A new medical practice bill allows Connecticut to accept licenses from other state boards or the District of Columbia in lieu of its own exam. Applicants must present credentials, residency or practice proof, good character, and pay fees. Not compulsory for examining boards to adopt this option.
A dense list of social events spans August to September across Watertown and Waterbury venues. Activities include ice cream festivals, dances, suppers, clambakes, and receptions at churches, halls, and clubs hosted by groups such as the Ladies Aid, Liberty circle, F and A, Naugatuck aerle, and various dance academies. Among highlights are city fairs, annual church celebrations, and a football team reception.
A fragmented list shows theatre bookings across September with titles including The Ninety and wn Hitchcock Round Marys Lamb East Lynse The Lion and the Mouse Brown at Harvard The Govern or and the Friday The Governors and the Boss Quincy Adams Sawyer The Red aun Cap Sully Nearly a Hero and other acts slated on various dates in September with multiple venues and performers.
The comedy Mrs Wiggs of the Cabbage Patch sails into Poli's with Wednesday matinee and night showings. Lovey Mary and Little Tommy join the cast, promising heartwarming American type humor. Matinee prices 26 and 59 cents, evening 25 cents to 1 dollar.
Poll's Own Stock company brings Trilby back to the stage with a Paris studio scene in the first act and a trio of Trilby's admirers Taffy the Laird and Little Billee. Hartford stars as Svengali with Migs Nordstrom as Trilby and the production supervised by Mr Hartford at Poll's popular prices.
William J. Bryan, Democratic candidate for president, starts a tour with a speech at the Minnesota state fairgrounds in St Paul and planned talks in Fargo Grand Forks and Sioux City. He will address government extravagance and general campaign issues, while noting Taft’s labor talk. Mack searches for a Democratic East chair and shopkeepers debate Saturday closings amid local chatter.
The Democratic primaries in Waterbury will be held September 4, 1908 at six wards with designated moderators. Wards one to three elect five delegates each, ward four all delegates, ward five seven. senatorial districts select fifteen and fifteen delegates respectively. Voting uses ward polling places with specified ballot procedures.
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