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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Feb 23, 1918
Page
10
Ellen Lane Spencer argues that complaints empower annoyances in daily business. She notes that responding with obedience and quick indifference shapes how we internalize issues. When we choose to complain, we fix the nagging thought. when we ignore it, the irritation fades from focus.
Roger Ferri of 124 Courtlaid Street was in Springfield on a brief business trip. Miss Mary Yarrell and Miss Elizabeth Farrell of North Main Street plan a weekend in Harrison New Jersey as guests. A surprise party for Miss Augustine Arnold at 154 East Main Street featured music, dancing, and a buffet lunch with many local guests. Several others are noted for weekend visits, church events, Red Cross knitting drives, and Inland Socials. Lieutenant Sammis of Stratford is recovering from pneumonia. A Colonial reception and various visits to Bridgeport, Pittsfield, and New York are reported, with many residents hosting or traveling for weekends and holidays.
Hal arrives tomorrow and the town breathes expectancy while Bertie and Harriet drive work and charity in wartime Bridgeport. Suffrage lectures and petitions spark city activity as fashion, dances, and Red Cross drills mix with store bargains and war news in a lively winter column.
Washington reports that large rest houses in Milan with capacity for 200 daily soldiers have been handed to the American Red Cross. The despatch notes bases in Milan for English French and Italian troops, with Allied soldiers changing trains daily. Lieut General Angelotti praised U S friendship and declared victory assured with American aid.
Wartford, Feb. 22 A national food administration message to Federal Wood Administrator Scoville says housewives who can fruits and vegetables next summer and fall will be assured abundant sugar supplies.
The article notes a sus pender frock called favorite and featured in jeune fille apparel. It describes a white serge skirt with a dot red swiss blouse, ripped suspenders with pearl buttons, checked crepe over a satin foundation, a single breast waist, satin button trim, and tunic slush with satin.
Fragmentary account notes at a dock describing a Holland Dutchman and various uniforms. The text hints at neutral people stirring at home but provides no concrete event, date, or identifiable subjects. Further readable context needed for a proper summary.
Harmony Lodge I O B E held its annual Washington's Birthday party for youngsters at the Staples building on State Street. A committee led by Mrs. Sinke stone organized songs, magic tricks by Morris Levine and a magic show by Buechler's orchestra with Paul Richard Buechler. Children enjoyed recitations, ice cream, candy, popcorn, and patriotic singing before the event ended around 2:30 PM.
Opera soprano Alma Gluck arrived on Wisher's Island to arrange the purchase of a Long Island estate. Details on the property and terms were not disclosed, but the visit signals a possible new residence for the famed singer and mentions related preparations.
The report describes the pursuit of the B. Linderman estate where the tenant is leasing for the past summer as a permanent summer home. It notes expected numerous changes in the house and grounds.
Elizabeth Fenner, long-time Bridgeport resident of 16 years, advertised as a specialist in cosmetic procedures. Claims include permanent eye brow shaping and wart removal via a purported needle process. Provides contact at 800 Conn Nat Bank Bldg, Bridgeport. phone Barnum 2261.
Adele Garrison recounts a quiet winter after the Braithwaites leave for France. The narrator and Dicky enjoy a peaceful domestic life, balancing affection with family tensions. Lillian Underwood’s honesty mends trust, while future meetings with Miss Sonnet loom as the couple's past storms fade into memory.
Our opening drew many visitors who explored the line of crape de chine and crepe de chine gowns. They compared prices and, after hearing the quotes, purchased not a single dress but several, including greorgette crepes, colored and plain silks, and taffeta in popular shades.
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