Selv of the Circus at Poli's Theatre in Six Parts
A six part program at Poli's Theatre features Selv of the Circus adapted for the screen with Mae Marsh in the lead. The bill includes the Marriott troupe acrobats and clowns, ventriloquist Lester, singer Grace Hazzard, and an animated news display.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Selv
Margaret Mayo
Mae Marsh
Poli's
Marriott
Verraros
Lester
Grace Hazzard
Miss Hazzard
America
Europe
Bridgeport
Plaza three-headline vaudeville program at Plaza
The Plaza presents a six part bill starting with today’s matinee featuring Wedding Shells a grand musical act with a large cast and lavish scenery The Duquesne Comedy Four sings and jokes Tony the violinist DeForest Girls deliver song and dance The Regenerates stars Alma Rueben and Alfred Whitman Balloonatics with Alice Howell closes the show.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tapis
Plaza
Duquesne Comedy Four
Tony
DeForest
Alma Rueben
Alfred Whitman
Alice Howell
Comedienne
Empire Pauline Frederick A Star of Stage and Screen
Pauline Frederick rose from Boston roots to a leading emotional actress on screen. The article notes her early talent, stage training, and major film successes such as Sold Zara Lydia Gilmore Bella Donna Sappho and The Hungry Heart based on David Graham Phillips novel and showing today tomorrow and Wednesday at Parsimon? venue.
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Pauline Frederick
Boston
Mass
New York State
Miss Frederick
Frederick
Zara
Lydia Gilmore
Sappho
David Graham Phillips
Fannie Ward Stars In Paramount Picture On the Level
Fannie Ward appears in On the Level at the West End theater on Tate Street near Clinton Avenue tonight. The production features her as a country girl who becomes a dancer and singer then a matron, with costume scenes highlighting her jewelry and gowns.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fannie Ward
Paramount
Miss Ward
West End
Tate Street
Clinton Avenue
The Strand Showcases The Rose of Blood At Strand
The Strand screens The Rose of Blood with Theda Bara in the heroine role amid an engrossing historical drama. The film by William Fox features a vast revolution plot and a cast of striking character types in a period setting.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rukina
Strand Theatre
Toy
Theda Bara
William Fox
Ling, Tapenka
Mnctonime Bhs Snovian
The Vogue of Garments Chinese
A fashion feature credits Chinese inspiration for interior and apparel styles. It notes easier imports from China and Japan, highlighting brocaded silk embroidery and a stock collar with a full jabot worn over lace or fine muslin. Cuffs with snug snaps complete the look.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Orient
China
Japan
Europe
Fashions and Fur Dominate the Season Stylish Weather
Long quills encircle wide brimmed hats and beige suede low shoes feature black military toes. Motor clothing leans heavily on fur with leopard skins used for coats caps robes and foot muffs. Bright green suits appear with black and white trims, silk jersey frocks show very full sleeves, and Russian blouse styles impress. End embroidery on wool mufflers stands out while veils must be worn with care to avoid marring the costume.
Marriage Licenses Issued At Town Clerk Office
The town clerk issued marriage licenses to Ellsworth H. Plumer and Florence E. Lund, Walter R. Snyder and Maud A. Dearinger, Frank W. Dodge and Jessie B. Baxter, Howard B. Davin and Frances Donnelly. The football season stayed busy enough to keep colleges active until baseball begins.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ellsworth H. Plumer
Westfield
Mass
Florence E. Lund
State Street
Walter R. Snyder
West Avenue
Maud A. Dearinger
Fairfield Avenue
Frank W. Dodge
Boston Avenue
Jessie B. Baxter
Howard B. Davin
Toolsetter
William Street
Frances Donnelly
Arctic Street
Long Train Reappears on Gowns for Evening
The long train returns to evening gowns after a period of absence. A black satin gown features a deep square-cut back and bodice effect, trimmed with indestructible tulle and bands of embroidered net in gold and oriental colors.
Unappreciated Truism About Office Visits
In a humorous observation a wife visits her husband at his office, presses his routine, and accidentally uncovers a financial bill. The piece satirizes office gossip and marital dynamics during work hours, noting the impracticalities of spousal interruptions and the gaze of coworkers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Smith’s
Tuesday Events Highlight Local Church and Civic Groups
Tuesday's calendar lists meetings and activities across Bridgeport. The schedule includes the Ladies' Aid Society, Red Cross branches, Rector's chapters, Mosaic Club, Thimble Club food sale, United church guild, Bridgeport Hospital nurses alumnae, Sacred Heart Red Cross auxiliary, Bridgeport Oratorio Society rehearsal, and a preliminary basketball game in Colonial Hall with Blue Ribbons at 8:30.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ladies' Aid Society
West End Congregational Church
St. Augustine's
Red Cross
St. Augustine’s Church
St. John’s Church
Parish House
Reector's Guild of
Christ Church
Mosaic Club
Thimble Club
Stratfield
Young Woman's Guild of United Church
Alumnae Association of
Bridgeport
Nurses
Mill Hill Avenue
Sacred Heart Auxiliary of
Sacred Heart School
Bridgeport Oratorio Society
Colonial Hall
Etiquette in a Changing Era and Social Conduct
The text contrasts old refined postures with modern simplicity. It notes the prior obsession with arched little fingers and curved arms as affectation. It also warns a young man to spread attention among several girls rather than focusing on one.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Esméralda
Some Attractive Ways of Distributing Xmas Gifts
A guidance on presenting Christmas gifts with care and style. It stresses white wrapping, tidy packing, proper addressing, and secure delivery, plus ideas for home presentation such as a tree in families with children and a shared basket for mailed gifts in large families.
Thimble Club 70 Food Sale and PTA Meetings
Read School PTA meets Wednesday at 3 30 to hear about Travelers Aid work. Mood Sale and Bridge at Stratfield in sun parlor to replenish the club treasury. Mrs Laurence M Cornwall presides with many listed table sponsors. Connecticut suffrage delegates attend Washington reception at New Willard hosted by Cabinet ladies.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thimble Club
Stratfield
Laurence M. Cornwall
Walter S. Wilmot
George H. Edwards
W. D. Bishop
F. W Smith
C. N. Choate
Spooner
Wilhelm Wintter
R. H. Hubbell
J. O Persons
Valery Havard
Horace Smith
J. T. Roche
Ethel Sterling
F. A. Strong
W. E. Seeley
S. E. Goodsell
A. W. Paige
H. Schiott
W. G. Rockwell
Ida Parmly
F. W. Read
J. R. Reyburn
H. B. Palmer
F. D. Baker
C. L. Fenton
I. W. Birdslye
H. L. Sutton
Theodore Sutton
Parent-Teachers’ Association of the
Read School
Orville Rector
Travelers’ Aid Association
Connecticut
Washington
Wilson
Anna H. Shaw
National American Woman Suffrage Association
Carrie Chapman Catt
New Willard
McAdoo
Newton D. Baker
Thomas W. Gregory
Burleson
Josephus Daniels
Franklin K. Lane
David F. Houston
Misa
Agnes Hart ‘Wison
James RR. Mann
Girls Patriotic League Rally Planned in City Schools
Mrs Philip Pitt Campbell notes many Congressmen and Senators are expected as the Girls Patriotic League prepares for its first major rally Wednesday at the High school auditorium. The league invites every girl over 12 to pledge to honor country community and fellow girls and to provide personal service. The Bridgeport Protective League board meeting at 764 Myrtle Avenue is postponed to December 18.
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W. W. Rose
The
Universalist Church
Matthew Judge
Bridgeport Animal Rescue League
Board of Trade
Newfield
Philip Pitt Campbell
Samuel Slawson
Girls’ Patriotic League
League
Bridgeport Protective League
Protective Association
Myrtle Avenue
Miss Adelaide Haight Recovers From Pneumonia
Personal items note Miss Adelaide Haight’s recovery from pneumonia. Mrs. Elizabeth Auld will reside here in the future. E. N. Sperry to host December Contemporary Club meeting with Francis Wilson speaking on The Humorous Side of An Actor's Life. Mrs. Harold C. Baldwin to sing at S J James church event. Mrs. H. H. DeLoss and Miss Marjorie DeLoss return from Fortress Monroe trip. Donald and Harold Savard, twins, to spend Christmas with parents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Eloise Traut
New Britain
Parent- Teachers’ Association
Orville Rector
Travellers’ Aid Society
Elizabeth Auld
Park Place
Naugatuck
E. N. Sperry
Contemporary Club
Francis Wilson
Harold C. Baldwin
Mountain Grove Street
Ladies' Guild
S J. James’ Church
Woodbridge
Donald and
Harold Savard
Joseph H. Savard
Noble Avenue
Lawrenceville Preparatory School
Pretty waste basket gift idea and club notes
A cre toned waste basket made from five lightweight pasteboard pieces forms a decorative gift. Plans at Brooklawn Country Club include a dinner and movie program after a bridge prize won by Miss Ford. Atlantic port passengers report an American destroyer capturing a German U boat off the Irish coast.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ford
Brooklawn Country Club
Atlantic
Irish
Reliable Beans and Leftover Potatoes Cooking Guide
Practical kitchen guide on preparing dried beans with soaking boiling and soda for old beans, plus reheating and repurposing cold potatoes. Includes steps for peeling washing soaking, simmering, and making sauces with onions herbs and milk for flavorful leftovers.
Paris fashion shifts to boyish waistless silhouettes and low sashes
The current Paris styles favor a waistless, boyish line with a low hip sash for afternoon wear. Evening gowns highlight rich brocades, velvets, fur trims, and iridescent linings, while fabrics like Georgette and Liberty satin dominate day dresses. Crystal work and bead embroidery appear, but frocks stay simple with minimal frills.
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POLIS
Secret Police
Lisza
FUR Sale
L. Remiz
Animal Rescue League
Board OF Directors
Read School Parent-Teachers’ Association
Adelaide Haight
H. H. DeLoss
Mise Marjorie DeLoss
John Reock
Paris
Rockwell & CO
Main ST
Pric
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