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Newspaper
Bridgeport Evening Farmer
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Dec 13, 1913
Page
10
A writer discusses female blushing as a nervous reflex and offers simple remedies. Avoid tea or coffee, bathe the face with perfume diluted in warm water, and resist self conscious mirroring. The piece notes blushing can be charming, urging light laughter and distraction to lessen the habit.
Mr and Mrs Frederick Rhodes of 18 Noble avenue recently returned from Europe aboard the St Louis. Prof Edward Bliss Reed of Yale will spoke to the Courtland School Graduates association at Miss Ames Beardsley’s 230 Park place. George Hatheway of 3800 Clintonstreet entertained guests in honor of Mrs Charles Stinger of Chicago. A birthday party for Raymond Sherry of 14 Blough avenue drew many friends and family with a dainty luncheon and gifts from Eleanore Sherwood Helen Knapp Frances Lister and others.
An ad touts Sulpholac as a highly priced germicide combined with sulfur for acne pimples blackheads rash ringworm shingles and chronic eczema relief. Claims it penetrates below the surface and reaches the trouble. Available at druggists for 50 cents with directions sample requests to Hudson & Co. Inc New York.
The Queen's Daughters society at St Augustine's chapel reported $841 raised from three social events this fall with nine new members. They planned Red Cross Christmas stamp sales aided by the Visiting Nurses association and appointed officers to lead the effort. Elizabeth Seton Guild members offered help in Meigs & Co. store.
Analysis of dancing in society from past to present. The author contrasts grandmother era dances like the minuet and waltz with modern lively forms such as the tango. Argues modesty persists among girls, but society should supervise changes to keep dances wholesome and guided by wise leadership.
Red Cross stamps priced at one cent each are available now at local post offices banks the depot and leading department stores. Buyers urged to purchase stamps to support the appeal and aid relief efforts.
The Critique Book club hosted a kitchen shower for Miss Estella Porter, soon to be married, at host Miss Elizabeth Laidlaw’s home. A mock wedding, a shower bouquet of aluminum utensils, and a solid gold bracelet capped the evening. Porter, moving to Santa Ana, will miss many future meetings. Attendees included Mrs. Beard, Mrs. Cail, Mrs. Connor, Mrs. Keep, Miss Laidlaw, Mrs. Maddell, Mr. Newcomb, Mr. Poland, Mrs. Porter, Miss Pratt, Mrs. Skinner, Mrs. Thomas, Mrs. Whitney, Miss Estella Porter, Miss Florence Porter, and Miss Taylor of Providence. The Wolverine Motor Works staff plan a dance at Union Avenue office on Saturday night December 20.
John Adam Hugo featured at a private Manuscript Society concert at the National Arts Club. The program included three songs for soprano sung by Tullik Bell-Ranske, a piano concert and four songs for baritone with violin obbligato, praised for charm, originality, tonal values, and ensemble adaptability.
A practical slip over middy suit for young girls featuring blouse and three piece skirt attached to muslin underbody. Describes fabric options from linen to velvet, cut instructions, belt choices, stitching details, and collar trimming to create a neat, adjustable dress with emphasis on quick wearing and durable construction.
The Pictorial Review presents newly prepared home dressmaking articles for this newspaper. These fashion features showcase the latest styles and sewing instructions aimed at readers of the era.
Connecticut suffragists return from Washington enthusiastic about expanding activity in state work. Connecticut ranks third in national delegate share, with 53 named by president Mrs Hepburn. 49 attended opening session. Delegates praise Congress and Senators for courtesy, note politics now entwined with suffrage. President Wilson’s reply unsettled, but support grows for a special House rules committee to advance the cause.
Florence reports experts confirmed the Mona Lisa found yesterday in Vincenzo Peruggia’s possession is authentic. The canvas bears gallery seals including the Louvre and repairs on the back are visible. Perugia, once again questioned, maintains his act was revenge for Napoleon’s depredations in Italy.
A request seeks permission to place the Mona Lisa on exhibition in Florence, its former home, before returning to the French government. The bid involves securing authorization from Italian authorities and coordinating the exhibit’s timing with official approvals.
Funeral services were held for Gladys Myrtle infant daughter of Mr and Mrs John Ores who died of pneumonia at home. Rev Awn Simpson officiated and interment was at Lakeview cemetery. Lena wife of George W White died at her High Street home after a brief illness and is survived by a husband.
A doctor argues heredity is not the sole cause of social ills and that environment plays a large role. He notes increased insanity rates due to stricter registration and higher standards, asserting only five in two thousand are insane and most people are reasonably sane.
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