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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Jan 04, 1923
Page
14
M G A groups from eight county associations begin a group contest with meetings from January to March. Points awarded for attendance, dues, Bible study participation, church attendance, weekly service reports, county reports, health habits, and program advancement. An indoor athletic contest will run four weeks in February. Ninth District Homemaker Club meeting postponed tonight.
At the annual Connecticut Woman's Golf Association meeting after a luncheon at Hotel Board Hartford Tuesday Mrs George Seeley of this city was elected secretary and treasurer Mrs A Raymond Ellis of Hartford was chosen president Mrs Charles Porter of New Haven vice president The executive committee includes Mrs John P Kellogg Country club Waterbury Mrs H Baker Jr of the Norwich golf club Mrs Charles Parsons Shuttle Meadow club Miss Janet Marlin of the New Haven country club was named chairman of handle John P Kellogg of Waterloo who has been president since received a handsome silver tray from the members of the association
Connecticut trolley receipts rose 845.01 dollars in the holiday shopping week, based on five cent local fares. Officials attribute the increase to heavy shopping in the period ending November 13, 1921, noting higher turnout and more riders during peak season.
A gathering at the home of Mr and Mrs Samuel Was Sperber of 40 Garfield Avenue celebrated the birth of twin sons Sidney and Irving. At J B Wurtzel’s suggestion a collection raised 116 for the North Harlem High School. Attendees included Rabbi I Kotler and numerous local residents and couples.
Congress faces pressure to fund multiple federal buildings including a Bridgeport post office as part of an omnibus plan. Work-Motion letter suggests expanded support may push approval this session, with Norwalk and Ridgefield sites also under consideration for new buildings and post offices.
The Brooklawn Country Club unveils a winter lecture series featuring three Saturday evenings on pertinent topics by noted speakers. Dr. Walter Trapeack opens the season with "My Northern Exposure" followed by Isaac N. F. Marcossom and Sir Taul Dukes. A pre dinner table d hôte will be served at six, with lectures starting half an hour later.
The Ladies' Aid society of Green Find a Hill Congregational church held its first meeting of the year in Wairfield. Flaws for the year were discussed with no action taken as routine business and sewing filled the afternoon. The group plans another meeting in three weeks.
Miss Anna McCall daughter of Mr. and Mrs. P. Metall of 392 Black Rock avenue wed Offord Bulkley son of Mr. and Mrs. Wawarg Bulkley of 9 Lenox avenue on Tuesday morning at Sacred Heart church. Dr Richard J. Moore officiated. A special musical program was staged by Mrs. Molly Raley Osten. The bride wore a crepe dress with a blue hat. bouquet of bride roses and lily of the valley. Sister Mrs. Edward Parmetic served as matron of honor in brown canton crepe and pink roses. No reception was held at the bride’s home. couple left for a wedding trip, bride in dark blue traveling suit and hat. Both were connected with the Crane company.
Society women press President on delegation rights amid Prohibition debate. Elizabeth Marbury, a noted prohibition advocate, denounces federal enforcement as despotism while urging respect for law, as President Harding faces questions over constitutional delegation and anti prohibition policy.
The Bridgeport Business and Professional Woman's Club announces January events including a Board dinner at 6:50 p.m. and a meeting at 7:00 p.m. Mrs. RG Sherwood of Westport will speak on Reading for Recreation. A club dance, card party, and vaudeville show led by Miss Tova Hodgkins are scheduled, with rehearsals restarting tonight.
The Rector's Chapter of Saint John's Episcopal Church will host a reception for new members at the parish house on Fairfield Avenue, next Tuesday at 2 39 o'clock. Rev Stephan Wish Sherman, Mr Sherman Dr and Mrs Munesson Tomlinsen will receive guests and Mrs Frederick Tas will pour.
A woman calling herself Nor. Gry and claiming to be a Russian princess was taken to Belleville Hospital for psychiatric evaluation after a failed attempt at gas self harm in her West Side home. She said years of fleeing Bolshevik intrigue drove her to the perilous action.
An advertisement touts Stuart's Dyspepsia tablets to ease sour stomachs after meals. It cautions against starving when digestion is upset and promises relief enabling continued work and nourishment. The ad rails against indigestion from foods like fried meats and offers the product as a remedy.
The local social scene lists the Woman's Auxiliary of Trinity holding a business meeting this afternoon at the parish house. Orient Sewing circle hosts a 2 o'clock gathering. Mosaic club hosts a meeting this afternoon. Numerous engagements and anniversaries are noted, including marriages, births, and engagements in the community, with social events and installations scheduled through the week.
An advertisement promises a home remedy to dissolve dandruff using ordinary arrow and nightly applications. It claims by morning most dandruff will be gone and scalp relief follows, with the promise of healthier hair and less itching and digging.
Another of the popular Thursday night services of the First Methodist Church Fairfield Avenue and beyond is noted in this brief account. The item highlights community outreach and weekly gatherings that draw local families and youth, reflecting the church’s program focus and religious activities.
Broad Street will host a talk tonight at eight o clock by Bishop Tidwin Hughes of Boston. He will discuss the Ligo graphy of two boys and share his experience rising from a working boy to pastor and university president. There is no admission, only an offering.
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