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Bridgeport Standard Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Oct 23, 1919

Page

14

Mrs W D Bishop hosts Halloween stunt party

Mrs. William D Bis of Court Janda Hinl entertained yesterday afternoon for her two grandsons John and Nathaniel Reyburn whose birthdays are Oct 14 and Oct 22. The little guests enjoyed games and Halloween stunts. Several local families and friends are mentioned as attending or being connected to the celebration and neighborhood news.

William D. Bis Janda Hinl Aft-Ernoon John Nathaniel Reyburn

Working Women Demand Voice at League of Nations Labor Meet

News on the first International Congress of Working Women gathering in Washington before the International Labour Conference. Delegates from thirty four countries, including Great Britain, France, Italy, Japan, and Brazil, will press for improved conditions for women and children, despite not sitting in League deliberations.

League, OF Nations Congress of Working Women Washington Askington Tmder League of Nations Wommen Trade Union League of America Couturies Great Briain France Holland Denmark Norwas Pain Sweden Italy Swland Portugal Roumani Servia Belgium Poland Caedis Slovakia Canal Zone Canada Porto Rivo Paraguay Uruguay Peru Fenacor Balivia Honduras Nicaragay Republic of Salvador Venezuela South Africa New Zealand New South Wales Victoria Japan

Episcopal Church Expands Executive Powers and Unity Efforts

The General Convention of the Protestant Episcopal Church approves creation of an executive board, empowering the presiding bishop and expanding synod authority to pursue greater unity with Congregational and other churches. A six year term for the presiding bishop is set, and a 10,685,804 dollar budget for regular work is adopted, with additional funds for church extension. Portland, Oregon, is chosen as the 1922 convention site.

Detroit Mich Protestant Episcopal Church House of Bishops House of Deputies Congregational Church United States General Convention Congress of Church Ihe House of Deputies Utder Porland Gregon

Feathers and Lace Combined for Evening Gowns

As the pre Thanksgiving social season peaks the choice of formal gowns widens for women. The featured party dress blends black satin with Chantilly lace, accented by blue detailing and decorative feathers. Designers note fit and comfort for dancing, with a future performance promised after schedule adjustments. Twelve banks across cities including Springfield Louisville New Orleans Saint Louis and Houston participate in a related list.

Daregral Park

Split in Socialists Expected in France

Paris reports a forthcoming Socialist split during the electoral campaign. A manifesto presenting public evidence of the rift will be released within forty eight hours. Promoters include reforming politicians and party cau rs who oppose extremist leaders, notably backing Captain Sadoul who joined the Bolshevik party in Russia. Sixteen or seventeen Socialist deputies are named as favoring secession.

Paris Th Is Caurts Sadoul Bolshevist Party Russia Lenine Trotsky

Milford Red Cross elects new officers at annual meeting

Milford branch of the American Red Cross held its annual meeting with Mrs. Harold Hawkins presiding. All officers were re-elected except the chairman who resigned. A nominating committee was appointed to propose a candidate to fill the chair. Plans were announced for a Milford Roosevelt Memorial association branch, and Dr. Lester D. Lockwood was named Milford district chairman with a $1,060 quota. A note on meeting cancellations due to illness and a hospital drive totaling $101,202 was reported, with Milford contributing $754.90. A wedding announcement for Mollie Folsteby and David Friedman was also listed, along with local game and practice notices.

Milford The American Red Crogs Harold Hawkins Hawkins Arthur B. Clarkes A. A. Baldwin W. C. Ralston Roosevelt Memorial Association Muunicipal Lester D. Lockwood Witham EE. Woodruff Albert A. Baldwin Golden Will Street Wirss St. Raphael Hospital Amiford

Universalist Woman's club issues yearly program notes

A yearly program issued by the Universalist Women's club lists social events and sales from November through April. Officers include Mia I. L. Bishop president and Mrs. Hat Per ekins vice president. Events feature lectures, musical programs, current events, a drama afternoon, and Easter and Christmas gatherings at the church.

Authors Club Park Street Congregational Church M. Hawes Universalist Woman's Club Mia I. L. Bishop Hat Perekins Newton Hine J. F. Hughes I. S. Hughes George Jufot William Swiler Margaret Hughes A. M. Dean Jerome Orem Myra J. Hughes Murray Grove James Coulter Hal Parkins F. M. Fammatoni Colonial Times W. Ix. Sailer Valentine Soial Alischurch Sippar Gi. W. Jackmar Jackman

Rehearsal to Frolic at Community Service Orchestra Affair

The Community Service orchestra hosts a Halloween party during its regular rehearsal at 7 30 pm in the Art League rooms in the Staples Bank building. The event features games and refreshments after activities led by Mrs. Howard Speer Mrs. Z Henry Hutsel and Mrs. Alvin C Breul. The notice also mentions the annual meeting at Experience Local Apt 20.

Art League Staples Bank Haydn Howard Speer Z. Henry Hutsel Alvin C. Breul

The Read Annex Bargain Stop Delights Local Shoppers

The Read Annex offers daily bargains with coats and sweaters in current colors. At the front door on Main Street shoppers are greeted by attractive furs including scarves and muffins, perfect for cold weather.

Main Street

Bargain on Black Kid Vamp Shoes at All Sizes

Offer features medium French heel, gray cravenetted cloth top, low heel, round toe, and buttoned model. Includes all sizes and widths from 2% to 6. Practical, neat, stylish pair suitable for any occasion at an unusual bargain price of seven dollars.

Brown heavy double soles for rugged sport use

Durable $2.95 brown footwear with heavy double soles described as enduring stubbing, rounding, and rock climbing. Popular choice for football and other hard wear.

Warm heavy shirts and drawers described features

The notice outlines warm heavy shirts and drawers in figures stripes or plain, 18 inches wide, crochet heavy weight fabric, full size with attractive floral designs on light grounds. Borders match designs. large size and good weight highlighted.

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