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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Dec 04, 1923
Page
13
An advertisement promotes Glandogen a gland extract tablet claiming youth preservation and delayed aging. It cites Arnold Corand Wey Ook and Sevg coronary of France as endorsers and asserts gland extracts from healthy young animals confer vitality.
Miss Ida Clough, formerly a clerk for the taxi commission under Arthur I. Connor, will start today as transfer clerk for the Board of Assessors. Thomas McCormick, president of the board, said the appointment is permanent and no further changes are planned until after January 1.
New Haven Dec 3 Under the will of General Henry S Peck a trust fund of 3000 is left to care for his favorite horse Andy until death. The horse may not be sold. Peck's estate is about 200000 in value and several local institutions are remembered with amounts of 2500 and 300.
In a bustling Christmas scene, Evelyn area shops display a colorful array of goods from Mahjong sets and Oriental rugs to fragrant cyclamens and begonias. The Little Flower Show at 11 Dountess Street overflows with teas, pottery, and holiday displays while Mrs. Kamerling offers permanent waves and Christmas club options.
A family friendly Mah Jongg theme item notes customers buying a Mah Jongg set at 15 dollars or more receive two free lessons. Teachers provide instruction daily from eleven in the morning to six at night, catering to both elders and children.
Fashion notes promote a simple Uute style for ages 2 to 8 with a center fasten, one-piece sleeves and waist. Suggests batiste or gingham for a best frock, mentions sizes, 6-inch fabric piece for trim, ribbon ends, and a butterfly embroidery design No 690. Pattern mailed for 15 cents. contact Bridgeport Telesam Pattern Department. call if not received in five days.
The fifteenth wedding anniversary of Mr. and Mrs. George Dy Farwell at 2 Fairfield Avenue was celebrated with a surprise party. Guests included Mr. and Mrs. Fred Elwood of Norwalk, W Preston of North Berkeley, and many others, who presented an electric iron and two floor lamps.
Anna Kopchak daughter of Myr and Mrs. Andrew Kopchak of Rockland Avenue Strawford celebrated a birthday party at home with Thanksgiving colored decorations. Lunch was served and she received many gifts from guests including Mrs. A Fou Mr. and Mrs. A Salonikas and others.
A long list records births on November 27 to December 1 for families in multiple streets including Hallett street 89 Kent Kent and Caroline street with names Binks Bila Maxner Klobnick Micker Norko Severnak Drew Marbata Dewuy afeson and Legarpa plus several marriage licenses including Jonanson Svendberg Legarpa DeLuca Spinel and Manuel and others.
Presbyterian church annual Christmas bazaar opens Friday with 2 to 9 PM hours and a turkey dinner from 2:30 to 8:80 PM. An array of fancy and useful articles will be offered, with proceeds aiding church activities. Volunteers and various committees list duties and items for donation and serving.
Miss Ena G Knapp hosted a miscellaneous shower at Miss Alice Sammis's home on Little Street. A notable moment was the engagement announcement of Mrs. Tra Do Beebo to the bridegroom. Attendees included Miss Thelin, Miss Gertrude Ris Biis Fly, Miss Kathyn Coon, Miss Jules Migs Gussio Cali dur, and many others.
An old musterole advertisement urges mothers to keep Musterole on hand for prompt relief of throat bronchitis tonsillitis croup stiff neck asthma neuritis rheumatic pains and many chest conditions. It notes a milder children's version and claims widespread use among mothers for adults and children alike.
An advertisement claims sulphur quickly clears pimples by drying them. It says a noted Altin specialist endorses sulphur as the best pimple remover, harmless and inexpensive. It suggests asking any drug for Paramini Jar of Rowles Menths sniphue and use it as directed.
Norwalk reports funeral services for Isaac Church held at his East Norwalk home. Rev. Robert B. Koote of Christ Church presided with burial in Norwalk Cemetery. Survivors include widow Lydia Annaineh Church and other family members. Meanwhile, Margaret Kolboy of Cliff Street was reported missing and later said to be married to Tony DiBuono in New York on Thanksgiving Day.
A store urges customers to buy gifts sent directly from the shop with skilled wrappers and trained clerks handling packaging. Every package is insured and transported by the store at no charge to any U S section.
Advertises raccoon coats as coveted and practical. Claims item quality and easy purchase despite lack of fur knowledge. Promises satisfaction and wide selection with a fine model priced at 315 dollars.
Readers are urged to shop for Christmas wear with many women hoping for new evening gowns in rich chiffons silks and georgettes. Prices range from modest to 450 for fur jackets and 14 for a crystal and crystal bead jewelry piece, with jewelry as a favorite gift option.
Advertises radium silk nightgowns in step-ins and combinations with lace and handwork. Mentions prices from 7.50 to 8.50 and fashionable voile garments under 3.50 to 4.00. Describes colors, sheer gossamer fabrics, and imported options as trendy.
Sewing is fun with a convenient table at one's elbow and every spool and needle at hand. A small table offered at $27 on the fourth floor. Turquoise blue Waterfall negligee trimmed with fluffy moufflon priced at $33 on the second floor.
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