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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Feb 24, 1968
Page
8
A reader asks how to secure a elderly neighbor’s house after death, Abby warns against trying to buy it directly and suggests legal help. Other letters discuss witnessing a birth, fashion faux pas with humorous bras, and dietary etiquette at a Jewish buffet, with Abby advising polite participation and restraint.
A knitting tip advises using double strands of yarn from four to five inches over the elbow to create a stronger sturdier longer-wearing sweater. It also recommends making the cuffs double for durability.
The Fairfield county VFW plans a testimonial dinner honoring County Commander Eva Scattolini of Danbury and County Auxiliary President Helen Kasper of Milford on March 30 at 7 30 p m at Lakeview restaurant Danbury. A large committee led by Frank Lavender and co chaired by Caroline Piskwara will handle tickets with Peter Olson as ticket chairman. Closing reservations is March 23.
St Charles Council of Catholic Women elected a new slate at a church hall meeting. New officers include Mrs Francis Carroll as president and Mrs Donald Browne as first vice president. A breakfast follows the 9 am Mass on Sunday March 31 with Miss Sylvia Tackoviak as guest speaker on Woman and Dedication Defined. Advanced reservations required.
Mrs John Vitti of 17 Alden Road Stamford announces the engagement of Jo Ann Mary Vitti to Arthur Gifford Brown of Stamford son of Mr and Mrs A G Brown The bride to be is a Stamford High School and American Institute of Banking graduate and works as executive secretary at State National Bank of Connecticut He attended Merrill Business School University of Bridgeport and is a Beta Sigma Phi member The groom to be served two years in the U S Navy attended the University of Connecticut and is with LPM Inc in Fairfield
The Quota Club of Bridgeport meets at the Colonial restaurant in Stratford with a 7 p.m. buffet and social half hour to mark the 49th anniversary of Quota Club International. Miss Myrtle St Arnauld presides. Mrs. Helen Mogenson and Mrs. Mildred Moller lead the program. invitations sent to Connecticut Quota clubs. Bridgeport members may attend.
A bridge column recounts a hand where North had six diamonds and three spades. West opening diamonds leads to a down result, or a successful run if spades are cashed. Readers comment the squeeze was pretty yet unnecessary, while the column apologizes for past errors and shares lunch box sandwich tips.
The Mothers Club of St. John the Baptist Church Mill Hill Avenue hosts a card party tomorrow at 2 p.m. in the Recreation Center Barnum Avenue with refreshments. Tickets available from Mrs B A Gilbertie and Mrs Anne Dolyak.
Di Gel promises faster relief for gassy indigestion with a Limethicone additive. Plough Inc markets Di Gel tablets or liquid as superior to plain antacids for neutralizing acid and easing pressure after heavy meals.
A bridge puzzle describes a 2 heart double where partner may cash a long suit. If partner holds many black cards and a lead shows, you consider a double and the partner may take out to three spades. The question asks what to do now and promises the answer tomorrow.
The Home School association convenes Tuesday at 8 30 p m in the school hall with co presidents Mr and Mrs Michael Ledonne presiding The Rev A F Constantino will open with a prayer Guests include Charlies F Barnes Bridgeport Red Cross director of safety services and Florence Errichetti school nurse who will discuss The Role of the Public Health Nurse at School A continental breakfast is planned for March 10 after the 9 a m Mass in the church Parents relatives and friends may attend Refreshments will be served by the fourth grade mothers Publicity is coordinated by Mrs Joseph Verrilli.
An old needlecraft advertisement promotes Sleepytime Pal dolls with kimono outfits and diaper accessories. It lists pattern 875 with transfers and directions, pricing 50 cents plus 15 cents extra for first class or special handling, and directs orders to Laura Wheeler at Bridgeport Telegram in New York. Also mentions a 1968 Needlecraft Catalog offering dozens of knit crochet embroidery and quilt patterns for 50 cents each.
Advertises pattern 4536 Misses sizes 8 through 16 with a bouncy-skirt soft romantic bow jacket. Notes fabric yardage for size 12 and offers pricing, mailing, and order details from Anne Adams Bridgeport Telegram Pattern Dept New York. Includes offer for free pattern coupon with 50 cent catalog mail-in.
Announcement from Mr and Mrs Edward L Amsel of Westport declares the engagement of Elaine Deborah Amsel to Harold R Ball Jr son of Mr and Mrs Harold Ball of Westport The wedding is set for April 20 at Temple Israel Coleytown Road Westport Amsel is a graduate of the Eastern School for Physicians Aides in New York and works as a medical assistant in Norwalk Ball attended the University of Bridgeport and works at the Famous Artists School of Westport Also noted is upcoming Past Commanders meeting of the Order of Shepherds of Bethlehem at 8 pm tomorrow at Queen Grotto Hall Fairfield Avenue with social hour to follow Miss Jeanne Tomac of Fairfield named to Cedar Crest College dean's list in Allentown Pa majoring in Spanish Also a note on a new canned tomato sauce with small chunks of tomatoes in 8 and 15 ounce cans
A New York radio tale of a baby's kidnapping and execution spurs a faith-based sermon urging eternal salvation. The writer contrasts public shock with spiritual judgment, highlighting Christ's atonement and urging readers to believe for forgiveness. The piece ends with a call to prepare for eternity through faith in Jesus Christ.
Fairfield Church Women United will host World Day of Prayer at Fairfield Grace Methodist Church on Friday March 1 at 1 30 p m with a 12 30 p m sandwich and dessert gathering. Deborah Leighton of the Council of Churches of Greater Bridgeport will speak on Bear Ye One Another's Burdens. An offering supports Adult Basic Education in the USA Training for Christian Broadcasters in Africa and ongoing CWU projects.
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