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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Dec 13, 1922

Page

35

Dance receipts aid relief work by Normal School

Christmas color decor brightened the Maplewood auditorium for a Wanler night dance attended by over 240. Proceeds fund Normal students relief work, with dolls and toys being made by Art class for city orphanages and possibly expanded. Chaperones included Miss Risa Joeth Roche and others. Marjorie Lohaney chaired the social committee with Jillian Reilly and several instructors.

Risa Joeth Roche Marion Farnham Amg. Anderson Marjory Lohaney Jillian Reilly Catherine O'Connor Mar-jorie Nicol Anna Heante Betty Clark Felon Kearns

Allingtown Benefit Food Sale For Ward B Boys

Mars Charles Williams at 136 West Avenue plans a home sale of fancy work and foods to raise Christmas cheer for Ward B boys at Allingtown Hospital. Organized by Bridgeport women with many volunteers listed, the event will feature a decorated tea room with greens and poinsettias.

Misa Josephine Keating Mias Anne Davey Julia, Perham Willace Baliou Joan Hantey Mark Coverdale Katherine Cleary T. Sullivan William Gope Teroom

Parents Entertain In Honor Of Son Birthday

Mr and Mrs 1 Koffman hosted a birthday party for their son Edward with afternoon children and evening adults present. Miss Maybelle Tkatz performed a declamation as a list of attendees including Mr and Mrs A MC Katz and many others from New York and local families.

Koffman Edward Maybelle Tkatz Amc Katz G. Stalnhardt Benjamin New York Urs. H. Botatein P. Tebidt Tragar M. Rubenstein BD. Hornstein Tendow W- Pullett

Christmas Play Sunday By YWCA Branch

The Thilas Wheatley branch of the YWCA will host a Christmas program Sunday replacing the regular party. Members will enjoy a roast supper followed by special entertainment. The event, run by grade school reserves, features a 20th century play titled The Wait by Elizabeth Grinball. Tea will be served.

Thilas Wheatley Ww. SA Elzabeth Griniball

Higher Waistlines in New Pariy Sport Dresses

Fashion note shows new Pariy sport dresses with higher waistlines than common. Many one piece dresses are macs Thincessatin with no visible belly and waistline extended by embroidered trimming.

Pariy

It's Not at All Hard to Lengthen a Short Skirt

Maryan Hale argues that a short skirt can be lengthened with simple hacks. She suggests adding panels to front back or sides, using satin ribbons and contrasting beltwork, and even constructing a turban to refresh a frock for afternoon and evening functions.

Maryan Hale Seagor

Ban Dame Fashion for Common Sense Garb

A London report rails at British women's dress as contrary to climate and health. It argues summer and winter wear differ, backs should be protected, and warm, practical garments favored. It links hygiene to stockings, shoes, and loose coverage while warning against damp weather and cold exposure to prevent colds and lung disease.

London Alexander Browning Institute of Hygiene Wien

Thorp Declines Columbia Coach Offer and Stays at NYU

Tom Thorp says no offer from Columbia has been made and he will remain at New York University. He notes his goal to finish his work at NYU and regrets any confusion linking his name to Columbia. Thorp also reports selected umpires for a Stanford game and mentions Heisman as a potential future Columbia coach.

NEW York Tes Tom ‘Thorp New York University Thorp Columbia University Otumty Columbia New York Universcty Roger New Sesw California Philadelphia John W. Heisman Hvad Roach Pennsylvania Tennsylvania Jampus

Holy Cross Students Plan December Dance

Holy Cross students at Higly Cross College plan a December 27 dance at the Stratfield. Decoration chair William TM Barnes leads preparations with purple and white colors, red and green Yuletide decor, and hunting-themed fanfare for the event.

Holy Cross Hh Bodgevort Higly Cross Colere Stratfield Wiliam Barnes

Hall Couple Host Party for Miss Will

Mr and Mrs Hall entertained recently in honor of Miss Will at their home. The event featured a cordial gathering with friends and neighbors, reflecting a festive social mood.

MR. and Mrs. Hall Miss Will

Miss Will and guests attend lively gathering event

A fragmentary report lists numerous attendees including Marion Keane Miss Alice Suncarland Miss Madeline Larson Miss Litany gergon Misa Lena Capazilo Joseph Coraminist Paul Garribba Tony Asillo Edward Rawtingon Patsy Jacurd and other friends at a social function.

Will Puesta Migs Marion Keane Alice Suncarland Madeline Larson Litany Gergon Misa Lena Capazilo Me Jarephing Capazio Paul Garribba Tony Asillo Idivard Rawtingon Patsy Jacurd Aqtio Joseph Coraminist

Untitled sewing article fragment on fashion dress design

Fragmentary description of a week end fashion dress with black velvet, lace, and wide ruffles. Mentions long tight sleeves and falling over hands. Notes it is one of the season's picturesque garments.

Prizes Awarded At Maplewood Regent Drive Contest

In Maplewood a student prize event followed a recent membership drive by the Maple- Mwond Pumint-Taacher association. First prize went to a group of three feet, guided by Miss Ligerta Vannes. Second prize awarded to Grade 7 under Miss Grace, and third to Grade 6 led by Mrs Shelton. Superintendent John B. Dougal urged encouragement and careful planning for students future work, noting no fixed career path and advising timely study and guidance.

Reregivad Dhely Sihe Linwood Annie Miss. Ligerta Vanes I -Perse Menes Miss Grace Mrss Shelton Aent John B. Dougal

Marriage Celebration for William J Ey and Miss Florence Dempsey

A social event notes the engagement and forthcoming marriage of William J Ey and Miss Florence Dempsey. Guests such as Miss Elizabeth Shotts, Miss Madeline Genes, Miss Bessie Mnack, and many others attended, with best wishes and gifts received. The report lists attendees and general joviality surrounding the ceremony.

Mira Muadsiré Geney Vamiell Avenc Stiss Wiliam Jey Mose Bisa Eyal Liptak Elizabeth Shotts Mary Leavy Madeline Genes Tulle Gancy Bessie ™Ancik Mary Taraccy Beth Jacobs Susan Jacobe Irena Pendergoss Ele. Demko Mis Hefen Troi Fior—ence Dempsey Grace ‘Ohta

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