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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Apr 11, 1923
Page
3
Series of church services held here under the direction of Te LP Woolcombe rector of Sutton. Woolcombe is a newlywed.
An old advertisement touts mulsified cocoanut oil as a superior shampoo option. It advises mixing two or three teaspoons of Mulsified with warm water to create a creamy lather that cleanses scalp, leaves hair silky, and easy to manage. Promotes affordability and availability at drugstores for family use.
Richard Ridley of New York was arrested at 92750 for traveling without a license and with the muffler of his car open. He claimed parts of the road were unsafe. fined $10 and costs by Officer Wilgn J. Fer. Thomas Moore of South Norways was arrested on a drifting charge. his wife remained in custody until Saturday per Deputy Michael Wristoya. George Pivhen of East Pory Cheater paid a fine for prayer resistance. Andrew Seorka fined for a light violation with no taillight and open trunk.
Martha Armorath wins the typewriting contest at H 8. Forty students from the school enter the event with Samuel Savin winning the shorthand contest. An award of 20 in gold is promised to first place with prizes in other categories mentioned.
Damages of $5000 are asked by Dewey of Westfield from Jennings of South Norwalk and by Cear Dewey of Westfield from Hull A. Malove. A separate suit by Leon Ureity of Bridge Fenning alleges a 1922 collision on April 2 in Enfield caused injuries to Elizabeth and George Dewey. Huta Matone was awarded $1709 by the city for an appeal related to East Eaton street extension.
Yale University President James J Angell headlines the wan it Conference of Social Work session at Center Church 317 Temple Street tonight with Rose Porter Howard Pack and others slated to speak The convention continues Thursday and Friday at Prague Memorial Hall 126 College Street Local workers attending include Rose Porter Edward P Parker Louise Spence Victoria Laramur and others from charity groups and social services across the area.
Members approve a list of 35 Barnum essay topics including The Souls We Sing, A Thing of Beauty, What Constitutes Obedience, Traffic Problems of the Modern City, The American Boy’s Achievements, The Oldest Art, City Life Known, and War of Waugh Walpole. Subjects cover literature, civics, diplomacy, health, and daily life with formal school context for a June public exam.
Well known residents from Westport joined in a church ceremony led by Reverend Belden of the Methodist church. Attendees included Dillan Butters and Frederick Buttery among others. The couple plans to reside in Norwalk after the celebration.
The article notes suits dominate spring fashion with comfortable stylish lines and varied tailoring. Poirel twill fabrics provide shape with richness, navy tones lead while light tans appear. many shorter coats feature tucks cords and silk braids. A notable suit priced at 32.50 reflects accessible tailoring as art.
Dress-up day favorites bring a Pierrette hat assortment. New models combine Tagal aid silk, Leghorn, and ambre crepe silk with embroidery. Straw hats feature ostrich trim in colors from small shapes to picture hat size. Styles expressively stylish yet affordable at seven dollars fifty.
Men seek top coats as light, draped, seasonable garments. Designers craft coats with graceful poise and swing from woolen goods woven for wear. Kuppenheimer and Howland offer a wide range from 35 to 55 dollars, with many options in between.
A local bakery advertises a special of one pint of Boston baked beans and a loaf of home bread for 23 cents. Orders are taken Wednesday for Thursday delivery as the only supply method.
A Wednesday dinner list offers a range of dishes including baked breast of chicken with accompaniments, country sausage with mashed potatoes, potato salad options, lamb with potato salad, and a shrimp salad. Desserts include cake pie or pudding with a beverage choice of tea or milk.
These days invite embroidery with simple stamped items. New objects include lavender pink and peach house dresses for embroidering at 1.25, nursery spreads with Red Riding Hood and Jack patterns, chambray rompers, and children's dresses in pink blue or maize all awaiting embroidery with sizes 8 10 and 12 years. Third floor center.
Thorough sale features Heinisch shears and scissors with edges forged from fine cutlery steel and precise adjustment. Styles suit every purpose with guaranteed satisfaction. Prices start at 1.30 for household shears and rise to 4.10 for manicuring scissors. Sale includes a week long demonstration on the Main floor left center.
Advertised items include wash boards with corrugated zinc surfaces, galvanized water pails in sizes 10 and 12 gallons, guaranteed clothes wringers by Horsa Shoe with reversible water board, Jiffy washer that speeds washing, and willow baskets in fine quality, practical sizes. Prices range from 1.25 to 6.95, highlighting labor saving and efficiency for home laundry.
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