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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Apr 14, 1922

Page

14

Mrs Fleck speaks at meeting of Republican women

Mrs Bia G Fleck town chairman of the Republican War or spoke last night at the meeting of the Rishth District Republican Women s club on Main and Federal streets on Political Education. She urged women to engage in political education and service, noting libraries and Parent Teacher Associations as gains and stressing attendance at open county education boards meetings.

Mra Bia G. Fleck Republica Waror Rishth District Republican Women’s Club Mra. Fleck Boards of Apportionment and Education

Rehearsal of Play at Chummy Circle Meeting

The Chummy Circle of King's Highway church held its weekly gathering at Mrs. Ed ward Leby’s Lindley street home to rehearse the play Miss Fearless and Company set for church performance on April 15. Guests included Mrs. James E. Bags before her departure, with decorations in yellow and green and a yellow hyacinth centerpiece.

King's | Highway Church Airs Edward Leby Lindley Street Miss Fearless James E. Bags Rees John Mackie L. Libby Gladys ‘Knight Ruth_Crape Every Bachelor Florence Knight Louisa Weed Florence Anderson Edythe Danies Edward Eho

Hope of the world and motherhood in wartime ad

The piece highlights World War I’s toll and presents Lydia E. Pinkham’s Vegetable Compound as a remedy to aid motherhood. It asserts the medicine has helped non surgical female ailments for fifty years and promotes a healthy start for babies amid global conflict.

Lydia BE

Ghosts of Easter Bonnets Stalk Amid Flapper Hats

A vivid tale contrasts 1822 Easter bonnets with modern flapper hats. A millinery shop scene on Main Street frames a lively Easter procession. A 100-year-old bonnet returns in a girl’s antique portrait while a contemporary Miss in a flashy hat commands attention.

Concaline

April May Busy Months for Art League

The Srideenort Art League schedules a busy April and May with Tony Sarg Marionettes at the High School auditorium on April 23 under league auspices. Ticket committee members G. E. B. Nothnagle and Mrs. F. I. Trumoulle oversee sales, with a business meeting April 27 at 2:30 PM followed by social cards and games.

ART League Srideenort Art ‘League Tony Sarg T* Leegte Istry G. EB. Nothnagle F. I. Trumoull

Vital Statistics Births and Marriages Record List

Births list includes Edward Cari and Grace O Brien Heinz at 02 Lindley street a boy born April 6. Frankie Milbert and Minne Milbert Hommel at 66 Wilmot Avenue a girl born April 14. Philin Landes Carlson 1580 Laurel Avenue doy April 1. Michael Stefan Stu pack 265 Orland Street a boy April. Edward Olsen Seaview Avenue a girl born April. Hurley and Esther Wikman Olsen 1277 Park Avenue two girls born April 7. Marriages: Thomas Rohan 41 of 247 Gree ry Street and Therese Marshall 42 of St CraMerwood Avenue. James Anderson 27 of 844 Dover Street and Chart Lotter 18 of 844 Dover Street.

Edward Cari Grace Gertrude O'Brien Heinz Lindley Street Frankie Minne Milbert Hommel Wilmot Avenue Philin Rose Landes Carlson Laurel Avenue Michael Anna Stefan Stupack Orland Street Edward Florence Hallsworth Olsen Seaview Avenue Hurley Esther Maria Wikman Olsen Park Avenue Thomas Rohan Greery Street Therese Marshall St CraMerwood Avenue James Anderson Dover Treet Chart Totter Dover Street

Dusting Before Polishing Furniture Causes Flakes

It is well to dust furniture before applying furniture polish. Otherwise small particles of dust may rub in and cause rough patches during polishing.

Running for Senator on Child Welfare Platform in Cloquet

Mrs. Peter Olsen, nominated by the Minnesota Democrats for the United States Senate, centers her platform on child welfare. She argues suffrage is settled and broadens the goal to national child welfare, noting her husband is a school superintendent in Cloquet and that the family has one daughter.

Cloquet Minn Peter Olsen United States Minnesota Democratic Party Glesen Olesen Senate Rauthar Mra

Howland Employees to Host Entertainment Night

Howland Dry Goods employees plan a musical evening and dance in the gymnasium Tuesday. The event features the Harmony Kings orchestra, a spaghetti luncheon, and games for girls who hogs pow?ug. A committee led by Edward Wennel is organizing the effort, aiming to be the largest and most successful company event yet.

Howland Dry Goods Company Spaghetbelh Pal King's” Orchestra Ir Boen Edward Wennel Choitonus Mike Howland [Ry

Ladies of Charity Elect Officers and Report Year

The annual meeting of Ladies of Charity of SS Vincent de Paul was held yesterday in the Nurses Home on Huntington Street. The Wins Committee reported more than 2,500 articles made in the past year. Officers include Mrs M J Sullivan president and Rev James B Nihil spiritual director.

Vincertt de Paul Hanting Street Lxwins Committee M. J. Sullivan James B. Welly Alexander W MacDonald J. Murray Jonson Yohn T. Shea John Mciroy Mea Sullivan Joan J. Conway J. W. Dunn James B. Nihil Remi Mise Francas Arnold Patrick Kennally John Levey Wiliam Currey Ates William ‘i Hickey Lary Leonard O'Connor Joseph Savard Prederick JC. Mullins Frederick Holste Catherine Noonan Edward Lynch J. M. Hops Lyman Hull MM. WT. Skenny

Entertainments and notices from local clubs and churches

The Girl's Friendly Society of Calvary Episcopal hosts an entertainment and dance at Furish hall Summit street with music by the Knickerbocker orchestra chaired by Mrs Charles Wyli¢ and Mrs T A Thibault in charge. Mr and Mrs Edward Bagley announce the birth of a son at St Vincent's hospital. The St John's Episcopal choir offers its annual Good Friday cantata. The Bridgeport Art Trust meets Monday at Clinton avenue club house. postponement of a decorating paper by Mrs Herbert M Koupt due to Mr Scnapp being out of town. After business, cards will be played as Holy Week limits lectures by the Women Voters Leagues. First Presbyterian missionary meeting reports Presbytery notes. The Swedish Lutheran church choir at Park avenue presents a cantata tonight directed by Miss Bella Lundberg. Cantata story of The Cross by Dudley Buck performed by St Paul’s Episcopal in Fairfield with soloists. A birthday gathering honors Carroll Frederick Wharton at home. Miss Jeanie Carlton's 25th birthday celebrated. Miss Catherine C Loftus of 41 Oakwood leaving Bridgeport after a year in Child Welfare work. to continue at Hillarde School in Granwich Village, Mars, April 17.

Girl's Friendly Society of Calvary Episcopal Church Furish Hall Summit Street Knickerbocker Orchestra Charles Wyli T. A. Thibault Bridgeport Art Teasut Clinton Avenue Taterlor Herbert M. Koupt First Presbyterian Church Myre Bushnell Springfield Swedish Lutheran Church Park Avenue Churen Ra’cock Dudley Buck St. Paul's Episcopal Shuren Fairfield Revere Donovan Enca Legere Hayes Buller Eid Musing College Fier- Wallington Frederick Carroll Frederick Wharton Jeanie Carlton Catherine C. Loftus Oakwood, St Bridgeport Loftus Bridgeport Protestant Orphan Asylum Hillarde School Granewich Village Mars

UFO Vanity of Fame in Bridgeport April 12

Fragmentary OCR shows a local item mentioning Clarence Brown of Blanchester and a renamed position involving a lieutenant governor. Pupil prompts to make lists of state county city and township. Reading is unclear but indicates a civic or ceremonial moment with names and places in Ohio.

Bridgeport Ohis Clarence Brown Blanchester Chis

Women of Legion visit Allingtown Hospital

More than twenty five members of the American Legion Auxiliary and friends journeyed to Allingtown Hospital for a visit. The group shared time with patients and staff, delivering flowers and companionship during the afternoon.

Women OF Legion Allingtown Hospital American Legion Auxiliary and Friends Allingtown

Hair care tips for washing a child's hair safely

The article warns against common shampoos that are harsh with alkalis and drying to the scalp. It recommends Mulsified coconut oil shampoo as pure, greaseless, and inexpensive. Directions include mixing two to three teaspoonfuls in four cups of water and using to lather and rinse. It claims it cleans dust and dandruff and suits the whole family.

Hospital Aid Reported By Regional Relief Committee

A Wednesday afternoon visit by volunteers brought a feast to the Soya ward. The relief committee, led by Mrs Crosby, has organized support for the hospital, recognizing the considerable efforts of the women helping the boys.

Crosby Ameri

Legion Auxiliary Elects Casino Night Helpers

The Legion Auxiliary plans a casino night to aid hospital funds and needy ex servicemen families with city support. Committee members include Mrs W B Price as chairman, with Mrs William Nit and Mrs John Han among others.

Legion Auxilary W. B. Price William Nit John Han

Strateone Grease Washs Through Silent Soap Advice

A quirky line suggests easing pain by silently applying soap to grease. Neale Crosby and Mrs Bernard associated with a humorous misquote about washing away grease through quiet method.

Blouses From Forsythe and Others in Crepe De Chine

A sale listing offers blouses including Crepe de Chine and Georgette styles from Forsythe and others. Prices range from $6.95 to $12.50.

Forsythe

Glove Silk Undergarments Offer Comfortable Slips

Advertised undergarments feature Slips combining camisole and skirt in black or navy for $10.50 and $13.75. Knickers in knee length and sports length range from $2.59 to $6.00, with ties to a variety of prices. Step-in panties and athletic drawers priced around $3.59 to $3.98, plus bodice vests from $1.95 to $6.00.

Children’s Fans Dress up for dancing school and parties

Fluffy feathered fans in pink white or blue, suited for party or dancing school use. Prices 59 cents one dollar and 125 dollars? Main Toor Cemngy Aisle.

Stationery Read’s Linen in 72-sheet packs and envelopes

Stationery Read offers linen stationery sold in packages of 72 sheets for 50 cents. Envelopes matching are sold at 50 in a box for 45 cents. Xan floor.

Read

Summer Styles for Bridesmaids and Summer Fashions

Designer Quarterly presents summer gowns and frocks in Swiss organza, gingham, voile, and linen. Includes vacation wear, special designs for slender figures, and numerous dainty items for small figures, with pattern counts and style notes.

Descriptive notes on hats and colors in a shop display

The passage describes many hats in varied materials and colors, from black glistening hats to horsehair and silk models. It mentions sports hats and turbans with wide brims and evokes a spring palette of blues, violets, and greens, ending with a note about a second floor.

Coffee Special at Basement Tea Rooms

The advertiser invites coffee lovers to enjoy a fine brew with every 2 pound can priced at 90 cents and a half pound Primrose Tea box with a free choice of Orange Pekoe or Formosa Oolong. Take advantage of this offer in the Basement.

Pumps and Oxfords In New Pleasing Styles

Shoes offered in pleasing new styles at popular prices with fit and appearance on par with higher priced pairs. The Read guarantee backs them. Prices are $6.85 $7.85 and $10.00 on the Main floor.

Friday Tea Room menu items and prices

Friday in the Tea Room lists dishes including clam chowder and fish cakes priced at 20 ets, broiled shad potatoes au gratin 15 ets, spaghetti Italiene 15 ets, spinach with eggs Johnny Cake hot cross buns French apple cake 15 ets, lemon meringue pies fudge cake rhubarb sauce and second foot noted. The listing presents a varied bakery and meal lineup with no further context.

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