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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Aug 31, 1922
Page
12
HINGHAM Mass August 30 A young man from Somerville named John P Sullivan used artful charm to post bail after being held on disturbing the peace charge. He offered five twenty dollar pieces that he claimed were winnings from a beauty contest won by Miss Grace Glifford at Nantasket.
The Bridgeport article notes many reservations for a Silver Bridge party on September 8 at 8:20 PM. Sterling silver prizes will go to top scorers. Ruth Devine and Frances Keyes will lecture with Mrs. Frank Devine as accompanist among attending guests listed.
The forthcoming wedding of Misa Katherine Maude Jennings, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Kawara Jennings of Brooklyn and Arthur Osborne Jennings of Southport, will take place at United Church with Dr. William Horace Day officiating. Attendants include sister Miss Susan Jennings as maid of honor and several bridesmaids from Greens Farms, Southport, Bedford, and Pittsburgh. Georges Barker and Edward Stevens head the list of ushers. Miss Swinnerton hosted a luncheon at Brooklawn Country Club for the honored guest and many social figures have planned events surrounding the occasion.
Firefighters responded to a closet fire at 485 Hallett Avenue the home of Mary Jaycensan yesterday afternoon. The blaze began around 3:11 PM from a box and was described as slight, with only minor effects reported and no injuries. Authorities investigated fighting mechanisms and causes, workers noting small flames and quick containment.
A fragmentary advertisement notes Natalie’s letters from New York and Theodore’s planned visit, with Mrs. Kamerling’s services and a possible permanent wave offer. It mentions Stratford tea rooms, Priscilla Tea Room, Wikan’s cakes, and local groceries, suggesting plans for a relaxing weekend in Stratford with dining and shopping details.
Local Newtown club engages in a charity lunch on the lawn at the town health house. A novelty tournament is planned including a AQ stroke event for the ladies with the prize to be awarded to the Indy who earns most points. Several educators and residents are noted among visits and teaching resumes.
In Newtown on August 29 a Democratic caucus named delegates for state and county conventions. Delegates include Mia, Joyce Hope, Gallager, Arthur Piten, Edward Paltr, Bristol, Clarence Blackman, Issa James, John Northrop, and Charles Conger. The limited U.S. agreement pays 2,909 for rental of 34 acres at Guantanamo Bay for a naval base.
Personal items include Geuytrudy Gere of Sprigfield sighing her brother and Ma and Mrs George We. Ghheart of Callous Place. A business meeting at the Hall on Main Street opens the season after recent elections. News bits mention a Garden at Atlantic City and a birth in Bridgeport Hospital.
An ad for a girl’s chambray frock targets ages 10 12 and 14 with sizes 3 yards of fabric required and a price around 6de. Buyers must mail an order with a stamp to Pattern Department Bridgeport Telegram and call Barnum 6100 if not received within ten days.
The Milford Hospital campaign aims for 50 604 dollars after a Monday committee meeting. Ninety-seven workers are listed across multiple teams with numerous members named, showing steady progress though several teams are still forming.
This afternoon marks the closing of the playgrounds as equipment is taken down and there are no instructors or helpers remaining to guide children. Centers have been crowded all summer, with activity never ending despite four playgrounds existing.
A Wauseon Ohio mother testifies that Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound restored her daughter's health after years of backache and fatigue. She urges other mothers to use the remedy, asserting it enables her daughter to work normally again with caution.
A social aid entertainment hosted by Mrs. J. Gates at 702 Myrtle Avenue featured fancy dancing by Alice Margerison and violin selections by Helen Margerison. Guests included Olive Casey and several Miss Margerison relatives. luncheon with fancy favors followed.
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Andrew Wasciel of 458 Saruce Street reported his bicycle stolen from his home early yesterday after noon. Mrs. William D. Johnson of 52 Gilbert Street reported a loss of a bag taken from her home in daylight yesterday.
The Pequot Yacht Club in Southport names hostesses for the September tea and reports a full slate of seasonal events. Water sports are set for 11 o clock Monday in front of the clubhouse followed by a buffet luncheon and a special sailboat race in the afternoon.
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