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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Dec 22, 1921

Page

9

Industrial Center Christmas Dance Planned

A Christmas dance is set at the Industrial Service Center of the YWCA at 1146 Barnum, Monday evening December 26. The program includes a comedy act Chrysanthemums, a Christmas dance by the aesthetic dancing clans, prize dances, music by the Eko Jo Band, and refreshments. The Holmes and Teawards Co. will hold their annual Christmas dance and social Friday evening at the Service Center.

W. C.A Holmes and Teawards Co

Christmas Charity Drives In Bridgeport City

Bridgeport welfare groups led by religious and civic organizations plan extensive Christmas aid for the poor. The heroines include The Salvation Army, American Legion, and local lodges. orphanages will distribute gifts at several city locations. Volunteers prepare meals, clothing, shoes, and caroling events to brighten the season for needy families and inmates.

Mulaomi Mnasmuch Muel Snsteems Bridgeport Lodge Fiky Sabation Army Anteriana Legion Avuigss Aire Gistriutiig Asyban Barta Minas American Hardware Co Rilleide Hive Ridgeport Christian Uniden Gridgeport Orrania Socinty Ile Sone Pease Elinches Geerre Thorrsan

Kiwanis Club Hosts Talk by Dr William Horace

Dr William Horace addresses the Kiwanis club at Suatfeld radar. Three men and the star side present as tables are reserved for the Irish Tarliment. A capacity audience is expected.

William Horace Kiwanis Suatfeld

Community personals recount festive gatherings and notices

A fragmentary town page lists multiple social events at local addresses including a Christmas party at the American Legion home on Golden Alley with music and a tree and gifts, a Thursday whist gathering at the Things Wishtret Club, and a baby shower at 177 Carrote Avenue. Members and families attend various dances, dinners, and an upcoming wedding in town with attendees named and venues noted.

Odd animal group marks prices far below replacement

A quirky listing notes a distinctive group: Squirrel Beaver Skunk Lynx Seal Mole Fox Astrakhan and Black Wolf. The items are described as priced much lower than replacement cost, presenting a bargain opportunity. The fragment suggests a sale or market context with unusual consignments and strong discounting.

Woman Sues For Ten Thousand in Fall Damages

A woman claims ten thousand dollars in damages after a fall on a porch at 608 Myrtle. The property owner, William Stuart, is noted, with a writ of attachment filed in the town clerk's office yesterday.

Doelion Agit William, Stuart

Women of American Legion Post Party at Hors W Congdon Pen

A women’s group from the American Legion post held a social evening at the Legion home on Golden Street. Attendants enjoyed refreshments and companionship in a casual gathering, with conversations reflecting community camaraderie and post activities.

Women OF American Legion Post

Tea Wagons and Service Wagons Sale Prices

Mahogany and walnut tea wagons with 27 inch removable glass rays priced at 23 dollars and 33 dollars for drop leaf models. Golden oak tea wagons with drop handles listed at 24 dollars. Service wagons offered in mahogany.

Hand Made Blouses Show Distinctive Craft and Style

A description of hand made blouses highlighting soft French voile cloth, embroidery, draw work, hemstitching, and lace edging on collars. Many styles exist, each with its own distinction that appeals to women seeking refined, dainty garments.

Forsythe Blouses Offer Plain Tailored Styles

The Forsythe collection features white dimity blouses and crepe de Chine Georgette and Trudy Silk options priced at 5.95. Plain tailored designs emphasize simplicity and quality with neatly finished collars and the Forsythe label guaranteeing finish, suitable as gifts including beaded dressy models.

Post veterans plan Christmas entertainment at hospital

The article notes a group of men from the post decorating for the occasion and serving a fourteen pork and turkey to T. Z. Platt of Harn Avenue. They will entertain soldiers at the Auburn town hospital Saturday afternoon with a grab-bar and info program and other entertainment.

T. Z. Platt Harn Avenue Auingtown “Hospital Why of Entertainment

University School Hop Set for December Thirty First

Invitations sent for the University School New Year’s Eve hop at the Blasonic Temple on Saturday evening December 31. Theory is a principal event of the dance season. Arrangements are led by T. Anderson, Joseph Egan, J. McNamara, Freddy Courtade, and John J. Harrington.

University School Theory T. Anderson Joseph Egan J. Mcnamara Freddy Courtade John J. Harrington

It is Not Too Late Basement Sale Prices Itemized

A basement sale lists discounts on multiple items with original and discounted prices. No.3 reduced from 50.00 to 29.50 No.6 from 75.00 to 40.00 No.7 from 110.00 to 60.00 No.10 from 150.00 to 70.00 No.12 from 175.00 to 80.00 No.21 from 250.00 to 120.00 Demonstrates a clearance event with substantial savings.

Beggar’s Tale Sparks Cynic Exchange in Street Scene

An amused passerby recounts a beggar who harasses pedestrians, claiming the man has a home and two wives who have not eaten for three days. The cynic remarks the beggar’s former life remains the same old hardship.

Colonial Brass Candlesticks and Door Accessories Displayed

In the Gift Room a new assortment of Colonial Brass Candle sticks and reproductions of saucer shapes. Also door knockers small for interior use and Colonial reproductions in brass for front doors. Exclusive and very desirable.

Table Linens Centerpieces Scarfs and Napkins Sale

Madeira Scarfs with scalloped edges and eyelet corners reduced to 12.00. Luncheon Napkins with handmade edges offered at 14.50. Centerpieces, elaborate pattern with eyelet work, 54 inches diameter now 33.75. Madeira Centerpieces with flat work 22.50, Dresser Set of nur pieces including scarf pin cushion and waddles, priced at 2.50. Department Miniature Pavers.

Textile sale ad with decorative blue and white fabrics

An old newspaper snippet advertises blue and white fabrics with Japanese designs. Hanging wishate blossoms and birds available in multiple lengths from 36 to 90 inches with prices ranging from 75 cents to 2.25 dollars. Also offered are scarves and napkins in various sizes.

Nightgowns and Pajamas Sale Prices

Nightgowns in flannel range from 1.25 to 2.50 with pink and white striped options and V necks. Pajamas come in striped flannel one and two piece styles priced at 2.50 and 3.95. Misses and children’s styles in colored flannel from 1.50 to 2.00, second floor display with wide full cuts and color effects.

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