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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Apr 19, 1923
Page
13
A wedding at Blessed Sacrament church saw Miss Rua of Broadway 21 wed to a Bridgeport native, both young Bridgeport residents long active in local society. The groom wore a green suit with amethyst, and bridesmaids and groomsmen attended in formal attire.
Practical household tips cover moth cure with pepper and frying temperature tips for doughnuts. Advice cautions not to overcrowd fat, bake or fry foods in small batches, and maintain proper oil temperature. Tips on testing fresh boiled eggs and restringing beads with notes on repair processes.
The Little Theatre League offers a program of three plays tonight and tomorrow night on West avenue. Reservations for either performance should be made with Mrs. Richard Staples. The bill features The Open Door by Alfred Sutra, and the satire Joseph set in Potiphar’s household. The production emphasizes authentic ancient Egyptian costumes and furniture. Bronson Davis plays Joseph with Sara Tavis as Potiphar and Hazel McLean as Madam Potiphar.
A personal diary letter describes travel plans to New York and a visit with Mother Bab. It details shopping at Haves Market and a list of imported goods, gifts, and luncheon plans, with mentions of Mrs. Stevenson's hours and local shops in Stratford. The writer notes family arrangements, meals, and a forthcoming trip to Stratford after New York.
The article outlines four spirea varieties Van Houtte, Thunbergii, Antony Waterer, and a fourth unnamed, detailing bloom times from June to September, heights from two to six feet, and uses such as hedges, fences, or ground covers. It advocates Van Houtte as ideal for six foot hedges, notes care and clipping, prices per plant, and urges year round bloom with practical garden tips for Bridgeport.
Mrs CG Nathanial Warthen to lead nine delegates attending the National Council of Air Scouts conference April 27 in Washington. Includes Mrs Howard Simmonsen and Miss Margaret Griffith among others. Delegates from 257 councils will discuss scout development, educational work, camps, and officer elections.
The article lists shrubs including Rose of Sharon Forsythia Spiraea and Trade names as additions to planting plans. It notes spring planting timing about five weeks from now and prices around forty cents, highlighting availability near New Canaan and Stamford areas.
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