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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Feb 24, 1923

Page

13

Colonial Gavotte to Be Danced at Costume Tea

Colonial Gavotte will be danced at a Costume Tea by Bridgeport Art League members on Monday afternoon at the league house on Clinton avenue. The event features Short Story of colonial dances by Mids c J, songs by Mrs. Frederick Fish, and dances by Miss Eleanor Longshaw and Miss Frances Clark. A scene from The Merchant of Venice by Shakespeare will be presented, with Miss Jepson as Portia and Miss Margaret Tiernan as Nazis. Mrs. W. J. Taft has general charge. numerous ladies serve as hosts and reception aides.

Bridgeport Art League Club Clinton Avenue Times Bavey Frederick Fish May Hall Eleanor Longshaw Frances Clark Grace Dalrymple Clark Ie Jepson Portia Margaret Tiernan Sik W. J. Taft Mads BB Doremus League Mds Philip Holzer F. M. Hammond Louise Faxon Knapp A. J. Sprague A. A. Libby M. H. Rogers Wy. G. Chase J. H. Bushnell W. A. Stags M. M. Downer Bartram Wesley Hayes

Fashions Forecast Pattern Sale from Ideaport Telegram

Annable Wortringtor offers a life girl friendly pattern in sizes 7 8 and 10 years with bloomers and options for mid length. material suggestions include bress crepe and cotton crepe. send 18 cents and address for mailing to Pattern Department Ideaport Telegram. call if not received within five days.

Hess Ideeport Telegram Garmum Aioe

Pretty wedding at Milford home details

Alustortd Milford reports one of the season’s prettiest weddings at the Charles Foster home. Tsabetle Foster of Quincy Mass wed Albert Denseore of Everett Mass in a ceremony by Pastor Charles F. Atkins. Relatives from Everett Quincy Milford and Bridgeport attended. The couple plan an Everett home after a wedding trip. Planning sale by Ladies Aid Society of Mary Taylor M. GE church scheduled for Monday.

Svinter Miya Charles, Fester Pigins Road Tsabetle Quincy Mass Albert Dense Ore Times Everett Mass Charles F. Atkins Plymouth Congregational Church

Coal Arrives to Ease Domestic Fuel Shortage City

A cargo of about 800 tons of hard coal reached the City Ice & Coal dock and was immediately distributed to city households with volunteers aiding unloading. Chief Johnson said relief was evident but the shortage persisted amid ongoing complaints from firefighters. He sought priority shipments from the Bridge Park Towing line to speed deliveries and anticipated further coal shipments by G. Paterno & Son Coal Company.

City Ice & Coal Company Daniel F. Johnson Johnson Bridgepark Towing Company G. Paterno & Son

Harding Seeks Compromise on Farm Credit Bill Split

President Harding pushes Republican leaders toward a compromise on the Lenroot-Anderson farm credit plan amid cabinet splits. Mellon calls the bill dangerous while Wallace and Hoover back it. McFadden signals core provisions will be folded into a broader credits measure as Congress nears adjournment on March fourth.

Harding Republica House Congress Mellon Wallace Hooveryors White House Republican House McFadden Ihgy Tonuse Banking Committee

Pageant at Barnum School by Musical Society

The Musical Society staged a pageant at Barnum School directed by Mrs. Andrew McManus. The program featured dances recitations and a play titled America Yesterday and Today with performances by Paula Spoettie Marmion McManus Eunice Environs Ruth Wotton Arline and Dely Kinsman and others amid patriotic tableaux and songs.

St. Paul's Episcopal Church Barnum Barnum Schao Andrew McManus Paula. Spoettie Marmion McManus Almerica America A. Patr Otic Columbia Porothy Jaquish Eunice Environs Joan ‘Wotton Ruth Wotton Arline Dely Kinsman Vera Rathburn Charbotte Beckman Cinries Wright George Shaw James Rathburn Soldiers of Voday William Wedge Walter Nichols Ralph Spocttle den Mark Karen May Nidson Jfaphyls Brenton Carol Jane Weds Dorothy Crillingford Dorothy Fish Raymond Hafehkiss Trussia Merion AicManus Scotland Duncan Jedear McManis Marion McManus Christine iCaappell Dore of Peacé Genevieve Nadtheup Love Birels Jerelyn Neikson Amorcan

New England Coal Shortage Relieved Says Harding

President Harding stated that New England coal shortages have been ameliorated and generally relieved. He cautioned the situation remains strained and that the government is acting within the law to provide aid as needed.

New England Harding Washington Feday

Community notices list local socials and greetings

AMary fragm notices show whist and pinochle parties at Masonic Temple and parish house church events. Washington Terrace announces a birth. Local clubs plan radio installation and concerts. Attendees include Mrs Denman, Miss Edith Tackwood, Mrs Mededroy, and Mrs Trobert Ayres. events at Beach Street, Washington Avenue, and Maintreet venues.

Couple Entertain On Wedding Anniversary

Mr. and Mrs. William Wright of 710 Connecticut Avenue hosted a gathering with friends to celebrate their fortieth anniversary. The event featured music selections and dancing followed by luncheon with guests including Mr and Mrs Reilly, Mr and Mrs Flarma, and several Wright relatives and friends.

Wiliam Wright Connecticut Avenue Reilly Flarma A. H. Wright Wickey Yy. Faley Bradrelina M. A. Smith Arthur Crana

Local society names listed for upcoming event

Hickey, Miss Bana Crane, Vincent Paley, Kenneth Crane and Miss Jeann atte Wright named among attendees for an upcoming society gathering.

Hickey Bana Crane Vincent Paley Kenneth Crane Jeannatte Wright

Ex-Ambassador Tower Still Critically Ill in Philadelphia

Feb 23 report states former ambassador Charle roagne Tower remains critically ill in a Philadelphia hospital with pneumonia. Doctors say no change in condition but hold out hope for recovery despite critical status.

Philadelphia Charleroagne Tower Germany Russia

Frederick Pierce to Hold Three Classes

Frederick Pierce will teach a series of three classes starting on Monday in March under the Bridgeport College club. Course 1 covers Principles and Practice of Auto-suggestion with group treatment demonstration. Course 2 advances Personal Analysis and Suggestion, open only to those who completed Course 1. Course 3 follows.

Bridgeport College Club Frederick. Pierce

Psychology and Management of Children from infancy

Herbert Sutton leads registration for classes at Hotel Mora house as part of child psychology and management program.

Herbert Sutton Morahouse

Championship exhibitor Mead to play 20 simul in YMCA lobby

S. Mead the checker champion of Bridgeport and former Connecticut champion will present a 20 game simultaneous exhibition tonight in the YMCA lobby. Mead has played checkers for 35 years and invites all men interested to attend and participate in the event.

S.mead Bridgeport Connecticut Mead

Fashion copy on wool coats and dresses with Meadow-Brook label

The Shagmoor top coats use pure virgin wool while the Worthwillie 100 percent camel hair coats are highlighted. Persian embroidery tops and over blouses complement jacquette models, creating a three piece look with suits. House of Youth frocks feature new silks and crepes chosen by Irene Castle in Corticelli Silks.

Irene Castle

Hats Priced At Five Ninety Five Surprise Shoppers

Prices shock buyers as hats are offered at 5.95 with options resembling higher quality items. Styles include Black Toque of haircloth with pearl pins, Liserie hats in white and black, Viska straws in blue and brown, Ombre Viska tones, Firefly purple haircloth and straw, and tortoise shell braids.

Deltah Gray Suede Pumps Arrive for Spring Footwear

The Deltah gray suede pump debuts for early spring street wear with soft suede and kid trim. Tongue pumps and oxfords in gray suede feature walking soles and heels in tailored and sports models. Available on the second and main floors.

Leather Bags in New Shapes and Colors

In-store offer highlights bags made of leather available on the main floor and second floor. Prices include 39 cents per pound or three pounds for one dollar, with a variety of new styles and colors showcased.

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