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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Apr 17, 1923

Page

11

Miss Lena Knapp to Attend Girls Conference

Under Fairfield County Sunday school association a conference for girls ages 16 to 20 will be held in Danbury May 18 and 19 with Mrs F B Frederickson as general chairman and Miss Lena Knapp leading promotion efforts. Grace Mignery will handle registration as sessions run at Baptist church with a banquet, lunch, and aims to foster Christian fellowship and community impact.

Fafield County Sunday School Association Danbury F. &. Frederickson Fairfield Ig Lena Knapp Thi City Susan A. Baldwin Bethel William T. Finney Stamford Trozalie Jessie South Norwalks Grace Mignery Baptist Church St. James’ Episcopal Church First Congregational Church

Bridport Art League Plans Welcome Home Luncheon

The Bridport Art League met at the club house on Clint Avenue yesterday. Plans were made for a welcome home luncheon for President Mrs Samuel Gledhill on her return from the south, to be held next Monday. Miss Lucille Godfrey sang in Chinese costume and recited The Courtship of Aunt Jemima. Mrs B P Menough entertained with vocal selections followed by Miss Godfrey performing Days and When the Tea Comes to Tea. Little Army Sugar Tooth was presented by Nalaga salivig.

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Faith Chapel Society to Hold First Social

The Ladies of Faith Chapel, newly reorganized, plan their first social at the church tomorrow afternoon. Food and fancy articles will be sold, with tickets handled by Mrs. George Flajl and Mrs. Eva Stegeman. Committees cover cake, candy, fancy articles, ice cream, and wine. President is Mrs. George Sommerville, with officers Mrs. Ward Booker, treasurer, Mrs. George Hull, vice president, and Mrs. A. Blackadar, secretary.

Ladies Ty of Faith Chapel George Flajl Eva Stegeman S. Tipping Arthur Ilackdar Caroline, Jauss Lilian Streck George Summerville Leffert William Johnson Harr Yale George Sommerville Ward Booker George Hull A. Blackadar

Community notices from Stratford and Bridgeport churches

Local church groups in Stratford and Bridgeport announce meetings, socials, and fundraisers. The Sewing Circle of St Pauls, Rectors aid of Calg ary Episcopal church, Christ Church Guild, and Epworth League host events. Marriages and engagements of local residents are reported, with gatherings at parish houses, Moose Hall, and various street addresses.

St. Paul's Lutheran Church Parke Street

Parents and teachers hear world tour summary

Miss Amy Smith of the YWCA spoke at the Federation of Parent-Teacher Associations meeting about her recent world tour with focus on China Japan and India and contrasts with American mothers. She announced new W. C. A. special classes to assist students falling behind to graduate in June as Newfield Parent-Teacher Association joined the federation, welcomed by Mrs. E. R. Feicht. Maplewood School orchestra performed under Leslie J. Vaughn, highlighting the children’s musical skills.

Amy Smith Federation of Parent-Teacher Associations China Japan India Newfield- Parent-Teacher Association E. R. Feicht Maplewoond School Leslie J. Vaughn

Church Societies to Hold Social Tomorrow at Parish House

St Pauls Episcopal church groups join Rector’s and Ladies Aid societies for a social at the parish house from 4 to 8 o'clock. Fancy items for sale, decorations in pink and green, tea, and entertainment by local girls. Officers and volunteers listed. tea served by a long group of workers.

Calgary Episcopal Church St. Paul's Episcopal Spon Janes Smale Rector's Aid Joseph Meeks Thomas Watmough Thomas Watmough, Second Vice President: M Harry Morrison Secretar's Bred Breut Edward Morga Fred Badhant Harry Crabtree John Dallen Winthrop Iyde Harry Morrison Mae Percy Harrison Freed Golthar Harold Jowett Willam Y H. Tamely Joseph Mesks Howard Sweet Thomas Watmoush Marjerie Bauer A. M. Clark W. Blatz BH. Moullban Warren Malt Agnes East Dorothy Bosworth Edna McAlenahan Clara Mills

Miss Hennessey Hosts Miscellaneous Shower

A miscellaneous shower honored Miss Catherine Hennessey at her sister’s home on Stratford Avenue. Guests included numerous local women and friends, with decorations in line and pink. The event precedes her upcoming marriage to James H. Flynn.

Catherine Hennessey Louis A. Doucette Stratford Overme James HH. Flynn Margaret Marie Fitzgerald Katherine Kazier Katherm Kelly Sadie Graham Sadie Clark Rose Dollar Marion Dollard Milfred Pearsall Hazel Plumb Loretta Lynch

Miss Anna Bramon Farewell Party Readied

A farewell party was given at Miss Christine Troutman's home on 1 Chopsey Hill Road for Miss Anna Bramon who soon will wed Edward Heise of Philadelphia. Pink and white decor graced the luncheon table after games and dancing amid a list of attendees including Miss Vers Swansen Miss Margaret Hurle Miss Christine Troutman and many others.

Anna Bramon Christine Troutman Chopsey Hill Road Miseramon Edward Heise Philadelphia Vers Swansen Margaret Hurle Eleanor Knight Eunice Kelly Mae Berhnard Ethel Nurse Doris Penlington Betty

Birthday Surprise Honors Julia Kubasek at Home

A birthday surprise party for Miss Julia Kubasek of St Sylvan avenue was hosted by Mrs. William Mohs. Guests enjoyed dancing, games, and refreshments, with many friends in attendance including Anna Kubasek Susan Roscoe Anya Nemetts May Martha Washington Tomasko Elizabeth Boreas Elizabeth Pollak Katherine Paulaski Anna Adzima Katherine Bores Susan Shumeky May Yasiinsky Katherine Nemetts Anna Mihaly William James Walter Gillette George Mosek George Washington Peter Kubasek Michael Wubasek Michael Xepao Nicholas Martine Steve Kirbo George Serism Michael Palasky John Polesky Edward Wuth William Bohs and Mrs. William Bohs.

Julia Kubasek St Sylvan Avenue William Mohs Anna Kubasek Susan Roscoe Anya Nemetts May Martha — Washington Tomasko Hlizabeth Boreas Misa Elizabeth Pollak Misa Katherine Paulaski Anna Adzima Katherine Bores Susan Shumeky May Yasiinsky Katherine Nemetts Misa Anna Mihaly William James Walter Gillette George Mosek George Washingen Peter Kubasek Michael Wubasek Michael Xepao Nicholas Martine Steve Kirbo George Serism Michael Palasky John Polesky Edward Wuth Willian Gallagher Eirnest Shean Frank Aszava George Waynick Stephen Wargo Michael Filakovsky William Bohs

Plans Completed for Annual Ladies Night

Plans completed at a meeting last night for the second annual Ladies Night to be held Wednesday evening in the Casino. The program features six local and out of town entertainers, novelties for children, extra music for dancing, and a new radio concert. All Odd Felty and families are invited to attend, with Joseph Schneider as chairman and committee members W. S. Stone, B. Freedman, Samuel Blatein, and Samuel Sher.

Ovehextra Qdd Joseph Schneider W. S. Stone B. Freedman Samuel Blatein Samuel Sher

Theodore Spiering to Conduct Philharmonic at Carnegie Hall

Theodore Spiering will conduct the Philharmonie orchestra at Carnegie Hall in New York City tomorrow night marking his return to leading the group since his days as concertmaster under Gustav Mahler. He has spent much time in Europe and established himself as an international conductor.

Theodore Spiering Philharmonie Orchestra Carnegie Hall New York City Gustav Mahler Mahler Spiering Europe Flea

Humorist to Speak Here Ladies Night Returns

Alsen the dramatic soprano praised by Boston critics for Isolde style will headline a Ladies Night at Stratfield. William Arthur humorist and traveler will speak, recounting his Continent trip. Dinner starts 7 00 p m with dancing to Al Menard and the Lions Broadcasting orchestra. Bruges and Ghent carillons each hold 48 bells.

William Arthur New Elaven Lions Club Stratfield Pierce Gahan al Menard Lions Broadcasting Orchestra

Hats for Matrons Show Conservative Yet Stylish New Arrivals

Hats for matrons feature small brimmed satin braid close fits with hair braid and jet pins. Novelty chrysanthemum braids use horsehair crowns and soft pink or blue roses under sheer brims. Viska straws of horsehair braid swirl around crowns with jet wheels. Colors include black purple brown blue gray.

Corbit Tells of Tulsa Oil Fields Trip

Lawrence Trogers of New York lectured on Applied Psychology at the Stratfield hotel april 23. Louis H. Corbit presided and shared experiences from Bridgeport and Tulsa Oklahoma during a club meeting that followed a five week lull.

Corbit Tulsa Oil Fields Lawrence Trogers New York Wil Dres Stratfield Hotel Louis H. Corbit Shib Bridgeport Tulsa

Silk Eponge Dresses and Junior Apparel Display

Sample fashions for grownups and juniors feature silk Eponge dresses blue and white skirts, pongees with Egyptian motifs, and practical frocks in brown and navy. Descriptions note sizes for ages 10, 42, and 414 with prices from 15 dollars, located in the Junior Section on the second floor.

Draperies and Mohairs Sunfast and Colorful Weave

Draperies described as sunfast Mohairs with five color effects. viewed against light. Also a display of water plants with bell-like blossoms. Fabrics 32 inches wide at $1.25 per yard. Furniture coverings feature diamond patterns in green, blue, mulberry, 54 inches. Upholstery section third floor.

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Hosiery Sale Textiles for Women and Children

Women and Children Phoenix Silks full fashioned in black and brown shown in two grades 1.95 and 2.55 Humming Bird Stockings popular make black gray Cordovan 1.50 Sports Stockings ribbed lisle Phoenix Havana brown beige beaver and black 1.00 For Children Sports Hose three-quarter and seven-eighth lengths 75 cts Three-quarter Socks fibre plaited with ribbed cuff Pongee red Russian calf gray black and white 30 cts Mercerized Lisles plain colors 39 cts Good assortment of short socks for small children Majin fteor

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Dressing to flatter your figure and style type

The guidance emphasizes identifying your body type to highlight favorable features. It promises help to understand your type so you can dress accordingly and present a polished look.

May McCall Magazine Includes Short Stories and Serials

The May issue features serials by Robert Chambers and Hendrik Van Loon along with engaging short stories. It promotes children’s clothing items like afternoon frocks and summer dresses, plus monograms, braiding, and applique work.

McCall Magazine Robert Chambers Hendrik van Loon

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