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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Feb 01, 1923
Page
11
Samuel Mokin of 8 Temple Street hanged himself this morning with a rope from a gas jet in his store on Lt Morris Street and died of strangulation. He was 26, leaving a wife and a three month old baby.
Milwaukee reader Mary Saiecheck shares relief after using Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable Compound for postnatal fatigue and run-down health. She credits improved strength for daily tasks and family care, praising the tonic's long history of customer gratitude.
Dr H W Dodd to address a Bridgeport League of Women Voters lecture at the Stratfield hotel on City government. The program includes a question and discussion period, with Mrs Andrew Smith as committee chair and a large list of subscribers and supporters.
New Century Players direct two one act productions at the Paramount theatre next Tuesday. Grace Dalrympe Clarke directs with "A Pantimnie Rehearsal" featuring Lord Arthur Pomroy played by Chris Wesehe and Isabelle Pillans dancing exhibition. The other play "My Lady Dreams" centers on a Singland girl choosing between husband and career with Maylah Hatlock starring as the lead.
Chicago Civic Opera reports ten week season Attendance rose by about 25,000 over prior years total audience. Gross receipts exceeded any past season by 10 percent, while expenditures were $700,000 lower than 1921 22. The company heads to Boston then Washington Pittsburgh and possibly Cleveland. President Samuel Insel notes deficits may persist despite box office strength.
The vested choir of St. John's Enviional Church will present a special musical service Sunday at 4 45 p m Alvin Bruel assisted by Vincent Odrich cellist will give a short organ recital prior to the service The program lists Intermezzo Calhar t Ane Maria Bach Gounod etc and includes hymns and anthems with organ cello and choir accompaniment
Burlington Vermont jeweler W H Tarhox of 22 Murray Street testifies he gained thirty pounds after taking Tanlac. He says years of stomach and nerve trouble left him weak and unable to eat substantial meals, and credits Tanlac with restoring his health and vigor. The ad notes Tanlac is sold by all good druggists.
The Madison school graduating class held a farewell party at the assembly, with June graduates present. Music by Ethel Deal and Claude Schaerer, refreshments served, decored tables in green and gold. A class prophecy by Douglas Murray amused the crowd and students received humorous awards for various traits. Patronesses included Miss Jane Anderson and several teachers.
The wedding of Miss Reha Mae Deusehle daughter of Mr and Mrs Charles C Deusehle of Bronx Avenue to WW Earl LaFontaine son of Mrs Georgia LaFontaine of Boston occurred yesterday morning at the end of the bride's parents The ceremony was officiated by Rev Herbert Brown of Olivet Congregational Church Miss Wisses Deuschie sister of the bride was maid of honor and Basil C Deuschie brother of the bride was best man The bride wore a brown canton crepe gown with gold trimming After the ceremony the couple departed for a Boston wedding trip and will reside at 144 Hawley Avenue
The Chil dren of Mary Society in Westport has moved its annual entertainment from February 12 to an April date to be announced. The change is due to the approaching Lenten season and to allow more time to arrange the affair.
The speaker was forced to cancel his engagement to Spettic at the First Methodist church tonight. The next lecture in the series will be given next Thursday evening with Dr. and Parkes Cadman addressing Lights and Shadows of the World.
Births recorded: Adeline Ballie, a girl, January M Morris and Rose Halpert, a boy, January 23 William and Bertha Burton, a girl, January 30. Marriages listed: Pater Malmily 38, of 162 Park Ave. Helen Pahel 36, of 4 Garden Street. Joseph DeMaio 4, of 230 Barnum Avenue. Antoinette Desober 26, of West Worth Texas. Mike Piltskey of street and Julia Vavensevich, 21, of 444 Berkshire Avenue. Daniel Ponvlonis 29, of 327 Myrtle Avenue and Anna Simnas 24, of 41 Columbia Street. Advertisement about Golden Glint Shampoo.
Silk Jerseys switch plaited and ruffled flounces in several color combinations. Noor Sunfast Draperies in blue or green with small figures offered. Poplin colors in green brown and mulberry. 50 inch fabric priced at 1.00, 36 inch at 0.75. Third Floor sale note.
An outdoor apparel advertisement describes winter gear including navy and red sweaters from $5 to $10, brushed slip overs, shaker knit shawl collars, and white navy ensembles. It features scarves in camel hair designs, jade green options, and corduroy knickers with durable wear. It notes prices and colors for girls sizes and cuff tops in Lovat color.
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