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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Feb 19, 1918
Page
8
The article argues women should join clerical, stenographic, and war industrial labor to support the war effort. It compares female slackers to male ones, urges patriotic sacrifice, and states enlisting frees men for combat. It emphasizes earning less elsewhere is not a reason to avoid government service and calls for filling vacancies to aid victory.
Miss Margaret Kramer married Francis H. Rizy son of Mr and Mrs Francis S Rizy of 75 Carleton avenue in Rockville Conn The Rev Dn Hartwige rector officiated The couple undertook a brief wedding trip and will reside in Norfolk where Rizy oversees government contracts The bride wore pale grey with rose accents and carried bridal roses The bridesmaid wore champagne satin and held pink roses A bowery altar and pale yellow daffodils framed the ceremony.
Miss Agnes Nestor becomes the sole female member named to the new National War Labor Board by Secretary of Labor Wilson. She serves as spokeswoman for millions of women workers on wartime labor issues and policy development amid a six man council. Previously, she held top roles in glove workers’ unions and the Chicago Woman’s Trade Union League.
Daily fashion hints describe two model styles adaptable to average figures. One offers a plaited tunic front, belt shaping at the waist, soutache trims on belt collar and cuffs, with a crepe Georgette blouse. the other combines narrow silk soutache with black embroidery, a long side-panel skirt, box plaits on the front, and plain waist, finished with white crochet buttons. Medium sizes require specific yardage of serge and crepe Georgette materials.
Y W C A moves into a new Golden Hill Street building in Bridgeport to expand clubs and services for girls. The article notes 177,008 Red Cross junior enrollments in New England and details ongoing activities, new club formation, and war work demonstrations led by Miss Midna Ceistor.
The Halifax Y W C A led by president Mary Macnah and general secretary Celia Glass appeals for funds to rebuild after the recent city disaster. The aging building is inadequate for current needs with crowded boarding, expanded staff, and no space for offices or activities. Donors are urged to send contributions to 66 Hollis Street, Halifax.
The writer details two letters from Harold from Liverpool and Southampton describing travel to England, lectures aboard, and a social gathering planned at the Black Nreck Shore club. Notes on spring hopes, fresh vegetables, a shopping trip, and a plan to attend the play Birds of Prey. Mentions knitting wrist-jets for the army and reflections on divorce.
In a serialized romance, Katherine questions Miss Sonnet about Mark Earle and Jack Birkett while Miss Sonnet reveals romantic ties to Mark. The narrator recalls past feelings, jealousy, and her evolving view of Jack as a kingly figure. The scene pivots on family connections, mistaken identities, and unresolved references to Mark Earle and his sister Katherine.
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