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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Aug 17, 1922

Page

9

Principal Weds Boston Man in Local Church Ceremony

Miss Fioelia Butler Fenton daughter of the late Mr and Mrs Walter Warres Fenton and Franklin John Edgett of Boston son of Mr and Mrs John Nelson Edgett were married recently at St Pauls church. The bride a Bridgeport High and Potsdam Normal graduate wore a dark blue accordioned crepe ensemble with embroidered hat. She formerly supervised and taught at the city normal school and has been principal of Bryant Grammar School in the West End. Edgett, long associated with New England Exchange home optics in Boston, is connected with multiple clubs and the Corinthian lodge A M.

Fioelia Butler Fenton Walter Warres Fenton Franklin John Edgett Boston John Nelson Edgett Paul's Church Bridgeport High School City, Normal School Potsdam Normal School Potsedam

Golden Glint Shampoo Ad Claims Medium Brown Hair Best

An advertisement touts Golden Glint Shampoo as making medium brown hair look best. The claim focuses on hair color enhancement and product efficacy in casual consumer terms.

From Girlhood to Womanhood in Emporia Kansas

Eva Aldrich of Emporia Kansas testifies to Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound aiding her periods and weakness. The ad argues many women use the product from puberty and continue for later symptoms, asserting medicinal plants provide relief during female troubles.

Emporia Kansas Lydia E. Pinkham Eva Aldrich Union St

Mother View Needed in Public Life Says Woman Preacher

Rev Madeline Southard of Winfield Kansas argues women should share public life beyond the home. She cites social sanitary gains and calls for balanced leadership in morality and church affairs, noting past exclusive spheres and broader opportunities for women on church boards.

Winona Lake Ind Associated Press Madeline Southard Winfield Kansas International Association of Women Preachers Heren Warren

G O P Town Committee Discusses Primaries

At the Republican Town committee meeting in the Liberty Building headquarters Chairman J A H Robinson said no special business was transacted and that only routine matters and general talk on coming primaries were discussed. The heat made the session brief with members eager to get outside.

Republican Town Committee Liberty Building J. A. H. Robinson

Sunset supper enjoyed by Bridgeport Business Women

The Bridgeport Business and Professional Woman's Club met on the promenade overlooking the Sound with over 50 members and guests attending a sunset supper. Mrs. Emmz Anderson arranged the merment with clover leaf biscuits as a club specialty. Outdoor bridge followed and prizes were awarded. The group plans a peach festival evening on Thursday, August 24.

Bridgeport Kate Langzettel Sound Emmz Anderson

Mrs E J Johnson to Vacation in Maine After Visit

Mrs E J Johnson of Los Angeles will leave for Maine today to be a guest of her sister in Pleasant Pony for the remainder of the month. She plans to return to Stratford before heading back to the coast. A Twelfth District Democratic club meeting for men and women is noted tonight at the club rooms. Miss Mabel Flanagan and cousin Miss Gertrude Flanagan are vacationing with their aunt Mrs Martin Coughlin. Mrs E N Wilson, formerly Miss Elizabeth Andworth, and her great grandmother Mrs I M Kimball visit Myra Wren’s parents.

E. J. Johnson Los Angeles California J. F. Murphy Stratford Avenue Maine Twelfth District Democratic Club Mabel Flanagan Ridgefied Avenue Gertrude Flanagan Martin Coughlin Danbury E. N. Wilson Elizabeth Andworth Bridgeport I. M. Kimball Windsor Wren J. A. Tilton Stratford

Stepney Fire Laddies Open Annual Bazaar

Aug 16 Long Will reports Stepney Volunteer Fire Company kicks off a four day carnival at Stepney Depot with a bang concert by the Stepney bard and outdoor dancing by Harvey Hubbell orchestra. Grounds glow with electric lights as the event draws locals while daytime club meetings and family outings weave into the town scene.

Stepney

Marsons Smith Wedding Solemnized Yesterday

The marriage of Miss Martha Smith of Arch Street and Jose Marsons of Arch Street took place yesterday at the bride's home. Justice of Peace J Frank MacLaughlin of Norwalk officiated. The bride is a graduate nurse and the groom a printer. They left for a brief wedding trip.

Martha Smith Arch Street Jose Marsons Justice of Peace J. Frank MacLaughlin Norwalk Marsons

Tennis Also Voices Spirit Of Apartments In Black Rock

A community group, the Black Rock Apartment Tennis Association, formed by apartment residents with housing company help, started a year ago. Despite stable membership, it is growing fast and produced strong players by beating the Weatomle club. A return match at the apartments is planned next week with both men and women in membership. women lead the entertainment committee organizing social events like bridge parties and dances.

Black Rock Rouseq Associaton

Local social notes list guests and births in Bridgeport area

Mrs Lester and Miss Barbara Herrick visit Mrs RB MacBride in Park Avenue while Miss Phyllis Lee of New York stays nearby. Mrs Rosanna Harwood of War pourn Maas and Mrs Mary Jane Blisworth of Chicopee Falls visit Mrs George Haselton on Noble Avenue. Mr and Mrs Howard Foolcord return from Rome NY. Mr and Mrs Gomet Birdseye announce a birth at Bridgeport hospital. Birdseye’s wife is Mabel Havens of Clinton Avenue. Catherine and Virginia McCullough of Elmwood Avenue spend a week at Fort Trumbull beach. Joseph A. McCullough and Miss Mary Bracken visit New Milford from Rowan Avenue.

Rosanna Harwood Birdseye Merchant Street Bridgeport ‘Hospital Mabel Havens Elmer H. Havens Clinton Evens Catherine Virginia McCulouch Robert A. McCullough Elmwood Avenue Fort Trumbull Beach Joseph A. McCullouga

East End Yacht Club Outing Plans With Races And Dinner

The East End Yacht Club will hold its annual outing at Long Beach this Sunday with the Tenney cottage as headquarters. A harbor cruise departs at 10 a.m. and timed runs determine handicaps for a return race to Johnson Creek. Prizes will be awarded as the whale fleet participates, followed by a baked clams and corn dinner, kiddie foot races, track events, and swimming before returning to the clubhouse.

East End Yacht Club Long Beach Tenney Cottage Johnson Creek Johnson's Creek

Printzess Street Frocks Show Navy Trico-Cord Dress Styles

Printzess presents street frocks in navy blue crafted from trico-cord in half a dozen models. The dresses emphasize simplicity with strict tailoring suitable for early fall wear. Styles pair with a velvet hat and fur neckpiece for late fall elegance, including a jeune fille coat dress featuring a front panel, braided silk Hercules braid, and side fastening from waist to hem.

Officers Installed At West End Hebrew Ladies Aid

Mrs No Wettentern, ex president, acted as master of ceremonies as the West End Hebrew Ladies Aid society installed its officers last night. The president and financial secretary outlined past work and goals for the coming year in brief talks.

No Wettentern West End Hebrew Ladies Aid Society

Popular Entertainers at Dinty Moore Dance

Bill Toomey and Joe Whelan head the program of entertainment at the Dinty Moore dance tonight at the Oak Grove Casino Myrtle Beach. A Prisco dance is to be another feature.

Bill Toomey Joe* Whelan Dinty Moore Oak Grove Myrtle Beach

Church Outing at Daniels Farm Hosts St Patrick’s Men

The men of St Patrick's parish plan a Sunday outing at Daniels Farm with women invited. Attendees travel by Bethany Chanel car, buses meet parties, events begin 11 am, dinner at 2 pm featuring clam chowder and a sheep roast. Joseph Neidermeley leads the entertainment committee.

St. Patrick's Parish Danleig Farm Joseph Neidermeley

Poland Exports Still Exceed Imports Says Warsaw Report

War saw August 16 Polish imports consist mainly of cotton and metal manufactures while exports are oil timber and textiles. Despite a high exchange rate the United States ranks second in supplying Fetish imports, yet Poland continues to import more than it exports. From The Statistical Magazine of Poland.

Warsaw United States Poland Statistical Magazine of

Danbury Legion delegates chosen for state convention

At a large Danbury American Legion meeting Herbert W. Durgy commander Alfred Lawson post adjutant and Louis Garrison were named delegates to the Legion state convention to be held in Waterbury on September 8 and 9.

Danbury Herbert W. Durgy Danby American Legion Alfred Lawson Louis Garrison the Legion Waterbury

Hair Removal Tip Uses Delatone Mixture On Skin

An old newspaper item advises a home method to remove hair using a delatone and water paste applied to the skin for about two minutes then rubbed off. It warns to ensure genuine delatone and to mix fresh as needed, noting no harm is reported but urging caution.

Daily Dozen Record Set Promotes Refined Taste

An advertisement touts a complete Daily Dozen set of five records and an album with all instructions. It emphasizes being in favor with women of refined taste and highlights the value for the price.

Rugs from the East Dozars Offered In Various Sizes

A catalog notes mellow rugs in East Dozar styles with Indian blue and rose colorings. Sizes range 3ft 9in by 5ft, 4x7 and 4x6, priced from 45 to 135 dollars. Persian patterns, heavy tufted pile, geometric designs similar to Daghestans offer long wear.

Valaze Beauty Preparations Offer Skin Tonic and Sun Shield

A vintage beauty section promotes Valaze creams and lotions priced from $1.10 to $3.00. Sun-Windproof Balm guards against sun damage while Anthosoros and Eau Verte claim wrinkle prevention and tissue tightening. Georgine Lactee acts as a facial cleanser. Bleaching Creme targets oily skin and sun discolored patches. May be consulted by Mademoiselle Michon at the Alain floor.

Sheeting Good Quality 40 Inches Wide

Readable text notes good quality sheeting 40 inches wide priced at 12 1 2 cents per yard or unit. Details are sparse but indicate fabric offers and pricing for purchase.

Also Mentioned on This Page

Weds F.G. Edgett Oxford G. O. P. Town Committee Business Women’s Club Geo. A. Clark Beatrieg Berkshires White Mountains Geo. H Smith Massachusetts Edgar Clark Deniels Farms Young Peoples Society of Grace Church Greeny Farms Marsons-Smith Spirit OF Apartments Mrs. Howard Foolcord Noble Avenue Roma Mary Bracken Rowan Avenna New Milford Fred Kniblos Che Hebrew Ladies Meeting Grom Paris Monsieur Kerkoff Dyer Kiss Tey Jewelers Euge Rcade Daniels Farm Danbury Legion Walter Camp Bergamos Dozars Trans Mademoiselle Michon Alain Floor Brown Kid
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