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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Apr 19, 1923

Page

11

John M Gormack Appeals In Suit For Tractor Debt

Irish tenor John McCormack faced an appeal in a tractor debt case after a Superior court jury ordered him to pay Luther M Wright 1600 dollars for a tractor sale. The case arose from a farm purchase with alleged authorization by McCormack’s farm manager. no payment was received and the appeal was argued before the Supreme court with no ruling yet issued.

Luther M Wright Norwalk John McCormack Ars Supreme Court of Ars McGormack Ferms Darie Nurc Wright Supreme Court

Sour Shipping Board Vessels Burned in Fire

Four Shipping Reward wooden ships were destroyed by fire in the Potoman River near Washington today, another was damaged, and five more vessels from the fleet transferred from the Thames River to an Alexandria shipyard were saved by marines from Quantico and lighting apparatus from other points.

Washington Tames River Alexandria Quantico

Grain painting floors the easy way in old houses

Efficient Housekeeping by Laura A Kurkman explains graining painted floors to mimic hardwood. Step by step, buy ground paint, brown graining prep, and a quarter round tool to create staggered grain. Apply in four board sections, finish with varnish stain, then repeat across the floor. Include full name and address for quick replies.

Lon Day Noah

Community notices span weddings dances and church events

Personal mentions highlight Mr and Mrs A A Donovan returning from Florida to Unquensa hotel Wairfield and Rev A F Chamberlain moving to South Norwalk as civic groups plan farewell party. Trinity Broad Street hosts an all day auxiliary meeting while Calgary church Girls' Auxiliary receives supper at 6 20 pm. Multiple birthday parties and school dances set in Stratford and Bridgeport areas.

A.A. Donovan Unquensa Hotel Wairfield Miansi Florida A. F. Chanderlain Trinity Church Broad Street Garry Brnkerfiont

Never Wash Hair Without Olive Oil Beauty Tip

A vintage advice note promotes olive oil shampoo for glossy hair. It asserts hair looks unattractive if washed without oil and suggests Palmolive Shampoo as a home solution priced cheaply. Read as a period beauty tip encouraging simple at home care.

Mother Gray's Powders for Children advertised cure

Many school children fall sick and mothers seek comfort for their children. The ad promotes Mother Gray's Ewout Powders for Children to regulate bowels ease biliousness and headaches. It urges mothers not to accept substitutes and credits The Mother Gray Co Le Moy as advertiser.

New York Woman to Speak at YWCA Tomorrow

Miss Henrietta Roelofa of New York, a national secretary in the Education and Research department, will address the YWCA Central branch on Eiden Hill Street at 4 PM on the topic Woman's responsibility for a Better World. Hosts and directors will greet guests. tea seating to be arranged. Registration week for the YWCA runs April 43 to 29, ending with a recognition service at United Church.

Young Women's Christian Association Eiden Hill Street Henrietta, Roelofa New York Comnputess Iew United Church

Birthday Surprise Given for Mrs Dennis Deery

A surprise birthday party was held at 69 Waterman Street in Mrs Dennis Deerys honor. The home was decorated with pink and white, dancing followed by refreshments. Attendees included Miss Peg, Miss Marke Snooks, Miss Irma Hubbell, Miss Beatrice Parquette, Mr and Mrs Dennis Deery and many friends.

Dennis Deery Waterman Street Cuesta Peg Marke Snooks Irma Hubbell Mis. Moprie Seymour Beatrice Parquette Ay Roselie Caseria Anni Ander M Helen Griffen Anna Anderson Harry Michel Louis Veasey John Parker Frank McCarten Howard Haviland Lukas Walsh Rudolph Hennick Theodore Kruger Jioness Travers Frederick Webster

Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound A Woman's Relief

Mrs early describes monthly headaches backache and fatigue improving after using Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound. She reports two bottles brought relief and renewed energy, enabling work and rest. Includes endorsements from Mrs A D Baris of Olean New York. Mrs Herbert Kelsey of Copenhagen also testifies to regained strength and ability to work.

Olean N. J Tay Lydia E. — Pinkham A.D. Baris N. Y Herbert Kelsey B.F.C Copenhagen

Dinner Sets With Snowy Paste and Gold Handles

A 112 piece dinner set with fruit and floral border including apples pears and grapes features solid gold handles and a central medallion fruit cluster on each piece. Another 112 piece set shows a light blue border with a lattice design and pink rose insets priced at 51.50 dollars with half mat gold handles. Main floor.

Butter Wals Hat Rosette Ribbon Novelty Ad

The item promotes Butter Wals as a novelty for lace rosettes on hats and dresses. It lists a 12 yard piece priced at 59 cents and notes the mining section and main floor location.

Keytainers and Leather Key Cases Offered in Various Sizes

Leather section presents brown and black leather key cases for pocket carry. Available sizes range from holding 4 to 16 keys, designed for compact everyday use and durable protection.

Pyrex Tea Pots and Oven Ware on Display

Complete stock of Pyrex tea pots and oven ware shown in basement display. Pots include four cup six cup options with prices 2.50 3.00 and 3.50.

Attractive 21-Inch Bronze Lamp with Glass Shade and Relief Finish

Very attractive model description notes a 21 inch high lamp with a 15 inch glass shade and two lights. Features include a bronze and Florentine relief finish. Chips Blaze listed.

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