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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Feb 27, 1923

Page

9

Nellie Crane Honored At Shower At Miss Keane's Home

A miscellaneous shower was held at the home of Miss Agnes Keane at 292 French street in honor of Miss Nellie Crane who will wed William J. Worden of Sherman in April. Red white and blue decorations and baskets of favors accompanied a musical program and dancing. Attendees included Grace Maiden Dorothy Sutherland Mary Diamond Ivy Platt Eva Rubey Caroline Haggerty Mona Barkson Anna Menke May Westerman Helen Keane Madeline Keane Mary Neane and relatives Mrs Wester man Mrs J. Meischka M. G. Keane Dr. Robert B. Keane and Robert H. Keane.

Agnes Keane French Street Nellia Crane William J. Worden Sherman Nellie Crane Grace Maiden Dorothy Sutherland Mary Diamond Ivy Platt Eva Rubey Caroline Haggerty Mona ‘Barkson

Public Finance lecture by Luther Gulick at Bridgeport

Luther Gulick, Columbia University lecturer, will speak on Public Finance tomorrow evening as part of a nonpartisan city government lecture series by the Bridgeport League of Women Voters. He leads the New York Bureau of Municipal Research and the National Institute of Public Administration and has advised Massachusetts, Delaware, South Dakota, New York, and Canada on governance and finance.

Luther Gulick Columbia University On Public Finance Bridgeport League of Women Voters Gulick New York Bureau of Municipal Research National Institute of Public Administration Qulick Massachusetts Delaware South Dakota New York Dominion of Canada Columbia University National Municipal League

Elks to Elect New Officers Thursday at Lodge 26

Bridgeport Lodge No. 26 BP OE will hold its annual election Thursday night at the clubhouse 360 State Street ballot open 5 pm to 9 pm Candidates include Exalted Ruler Alohsrya Daly, Leading Knight Michael Hleale, Dr Thomas F Cummings as Loyal Knight Joseph C Flynn, Secretary Edward Nevins Treasurer Charles Hinman Trustees Charles Doherty Harry Fitzgerald Grand Lodge Convention Rep Dr J Francis Keely Alternate Past Exalted Ruler Lawrence Gallagher.

Bridgeport Lodge State Street Alems Bdowhrya Daly Michael Hleale Thomas F. Cummings Joseph C. Flynn Edward Nevins Charles Hinman Charles Doherty Harry Fitzgerald Grand Lodge Atlanta J. Francis Keely Lawrence Gallagher

Fairfield Visiting Nurses Name Officers

Fairfield February 26 Special The Fairfield Visiting Nurse association incorporated held its meeting at Mrs. S H Wheeler home Post road Officers elected today are Mrs S H Wheeler president Mrs De Ver W Warner vice president Miss Amy Child secretary Mr Alfred Perry treasurer Mrs Harold Clark Miss Ellen Wheeler Mrs Dutro Plumb Mrs Harold Bullard Mrs Joseph Griffen Mrs Garlyle Hunter Mrs Fred Mills Mrs Bury Hill and Mrs Dwight Banks members of executive committee

Fairfield Fairfield Visiting Nurse Association Incorporated S. H. Wheeler Post Road Wheeler de Ver W. Warner Amy Child Alfred Perry Harold

Former Pastor Here to Be Extended Call

Parishioners of Christ Episcopal church on Courtland street voted unanimously to extend a call to Rev. H. J. Craft rector of St. George's Episcopal church Kansas City Missouri. Rev Craft formerly rector here and for ten years in Kansas City. Rev John G Saddler resigned January 1 this year. An answer to the call is expected within a week.

Christ Episcopal Church Courtland Street H. J. Craft St. George's Episcopal Church Kansas City Missouri Craft Christchurch

Splendid Organ and Violin Program Presented

A large audience attended the second Lennen musical at Grace Methodist Episcopal church and Dayton M Henry violinist of the Philadelphia Symphony Orchestra joined organist Herbert A Strout. The program featured works by Macamster Saint-Saens Bach Guilmant and Elgar with readings and offertory. The recital, part of a three year Lent series organized by Mrs Elmer Beardsley, showcased organ and violin pieces including Grand Chorus in D minor and Chanson de Nuit.

Herbert A Strout Grace Methodist Episcopal Church Dayton M. Henry Philadelphia Symphony Orchestra United Church Elmer Beardsley Music Jovers Macmaster Saint-Saens Bach Cavatine

Birthday Surprise Is Given Mrs Quarford

Mrs Jeannette Quarford of 147 Charles Street was pleasantly surprised when friends hosted a party in her honor. The Bullard quartet performed as pink and white crepe decorated rooms framed a buffet luncheon and dancing. Attendees included Mr and Mrs Warner Hubbard Watertown, Mr and Mrs Charles Quarford Fairfield, and numerous friends and relatives.

Jeannette Quarford Charles Street Bullard Warner Hubbard Waterbury Charles Quarford Fairfield Clarence ©. Rhodes Branville ‘Barnum Nattie Brown George Peabody Tessie Patten Anna Barnt Jessie Rhodes Frederick Quarford Hilda Zackerson Stella Corrza Wsther Zackerson Irene ‘Healey James Morey Louis Farrell Tohn Zackerson

Kil Kare Klub Holds Banquet and Election

The Kil Kare Klub recently held its annual meeting and banquet at 1040 Main Street. An entertainment program followed the business meeting with dancing, vocal and instrumental performances by the club orchestra. Irving Trnitzsky served as chairman and toastmaster, while officers were elected and installed: President Irving Unitasky, vice-president Philip Gurevitz, secretary Lew Kelman, financial secretary Benjamin Hitech, sergeant-at-arms Terman Guerson.

Kil Kare Klub Main Street Irving Trnitzsky Irving Unitasky Philip Gurevitz Lew Kelman Benjamin Hitech Terman Guerson

Catholic Club Organizes Junior Council in Washington

Eighty five men members of the Junior Council of Court Reina Christina Catholic Daughters in America gathered at the Catholic Community House on Washington avenue. Nellie Shannon was elected president with Dorothy McAvoy as vice president and Catherine Daly as financial secretary. A constitution and by law committee was formed to report at the next meeting on the third Monday in March.

Council of Court Reina Christina Catholic Daughters In America Eld Catholc Washington Avenue Nellie Shannon Dorothy McAvoy Catherine Daly Ana

Girls' Society to Serve Lenten Supper at Parish House

The Girls Friendly Society of St. Paul's Episcopal church will host the second Lenten Supper in the Parish House tomorrow night from 6 30 to 7 30 p m. Chairwoman Mrs Thomas Watmough leads a committee including Mrs Jesse Miss Lillian Warthey, Mrs Walhuar Ward, Mrs Andrew McMenus, Mr George MM, Mrs Walter Nichols, Mrs Jol Dalton, and Mrs Winthrop Hyde.

Girls

Converts' Club 10 Holds Annual Concert Tonight

Bridgeport amateurs perform in the Convert's Club 10 annual spring concert in the Christian Union auditorium on Main street. Gerrie the magician will present a sleight of hand act. Constance L. Sherwood sings two numbers, plus duets by Wallace and Foland Samens on violin and piano. Florence Legereayes sings two pieces, Mrs. James MacLaren Richardson gives a reading, Elis A. Lundberg performs two vocal selections, Miss S Belle Blackstone accompanies on piano.

Bridgeport Convert's Club Christian Union Main Street Gerrie Constance L. Sherwood Wallace and Foland ‘Samens Florence Legereayes Lindy Tou James MacLaren Richardson Elis A. Lundberg S. Belle Blackstone

Hannum Speaks Before Fairfield Club Today

Thomas Hannum of Grasmere is to speak at the Fairfield Luncheon Club meeting at the Farm tomorrow noon on luncheon club value and humor. Lions from Bridgeport will attend. Rev. Clarig E. Silcox attends for the last time as a member. President H. E. Riker urges prompt 12:15 attendance as Ye Booster Simon Bradley rings the bell.

Tairemeld Thomas Hannum Grasmere Fairfield Lions Club of Bridgeport Clarig E. Silcox H. E. Riker Simon Bradley Bo EK. M. Brennan Pr. W. Tf. Donaldson Lydig Hoyt

Millinery Class Opens Tonight At Y W Branch

Phylig Wheatley branch at 60 Beach Street outlines new millinery classes starting tonight for members and newcomers. Aimed at young women and girls the schedule includes reading speaking writing and arithmetic while new sessions in dramatic art needlework dressmaking and basketry begin this week with five lesson terms.

Phylig Wheatley Branch Yy. W.c Beach Street

Faded or Discolored Bystander Notice in St Paul

Fragments show Mary T. Goldwan of 868 Goldman Bidz St Paul Minnesota with unclear data. Text appears faded discolored and partially illegible leaving a partial address and miscellaneous notes.

MARY _T. GOLDWAN Goldman Bidz St. Paul, Minn

Mrs Hickey Weakness Testimonial From Worcester

Mrs Deura Hickey of 4 S Ludlow St Worcester describes severe female weakness and subsequent improvement after using Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound She credits the medicine with restoring her strength allowing household duties and recommends others try it The letter offers a free private text book upon request from Lydia E Pinkham Medicine Co Lynn Mass

Worcester Mass Lydia EH Pinkham Deura Hickey S. Ludlow Lydia E. Pinkham Lydia W. Pinkham Medicine Co Lynn, Mass

Aluminum Step Ladders For Easy Home Use

Aluminum step ladder praised for light weight nine and a half pounds and easy portability. Riveted and welded reinforced sides and feet support safety with corrugated steps and rubber tipped feet to protect floors. Large top step and four foot size priced at $6.50.

Window Ventilators for Basements in Several Sizes

Black japanned metal framed ventilators covered with heavy cloth that resists rust and warp. They seal against drafts, snow, soot and dust. Available in multiple heights and opens from 20 to 39 inches or more. Prices range around $1.10 for basement use.

Jewelry display and color plates in book shop ad

Black cords hold pendants set with blue and green stones. Jet long chains in various designs decorate the jewelry counter on the main floor. Also many other illustrated items featured in color. Book Shop main floor displays.

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