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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Jan 09, 1918
Page
10
A man named Dicky ventures beyond the international line and uses binoculars to confirm a sight of fine wires stretched between two giant pines. The mysterious wires hang suspended by a foot, suggesting a hidden hazard or trap amid a cold, clear night.
Mrs Poli announces a tag day to aid war sufferers with a meeting at Lette theatre and a Sunday talk. The event includes a long list of captains and volunteers from New Haven and surrounding areas, plus a Friday gathering in the Yo W. CoA rooms.
Ellen Lane Spencer argues workers facing derision for outperforming peers should persist. She warns jealousy fuels criticism in big organizations and that striving for better results invites hostility. Stay steady, believe in your right to improve, and ignore naysayers.
Sergeant L S Buckingham in Baltimore visits Buckinghams at 312 Benham Avenue. Francis Horkheimer arrives in France. Sacred Heart Red Cross auxiliary active. Bridgeport Oratorio Society rehearsals boost morale for January 29 concert aiding Red Cross. Various social notices: dinners, marriages, Yale returnees, and club meetings.
The diary notes a midday lunch with Janette followed by a long shopping spree. The writer describes stylish Southoshees hats gowns and chiffon garments trimmed with love. The account mentions vivid fabric colors and detailed bodice design amid a lively fashion outing.
Miss Ethel Drouve and Harold Bliss Hawes united in marriage at the Drouve residence 2137 North avenue with Rev. H A Davenport officiating. Maid of honor was Elizabeth Remsen and best man William W. Dee. ushers were William Thompson and Harold M. Balfour. The bride, a Wellesley graduate, joins Mr and Mrs Hawes who will reside at the morclab after a honeymoon. The Chicago Milk Drivers Union seeks women to replace men drivers called to war.
A correspondent notes Natalie seeming brighter despite illness, while a telegram from Harold arriving in New York hints at an impending sailing date. An afternoon visit with ice cream from Leverty’s drug store, pricing thoughts, and interest in new furniture at Buckingham’s and Wakechild’s sale are described, with vivid details of items and discounted stock.
Editor notes a reader request to continue the Natalie Letters via signed coupon to The Telegram. The letter reviews home life, furniture and fashion details, mentions Vogue Shop, Natalie’s care, and fashion pricing, with commentary on Parisian models and New York trips by Aliss Kotler, reflecting mid century society pages.
G Stephin Witgon, famed dancing teacher, visits town to demonstrate the art for war relief. Public and professional dancers may attend three Wilson sessions at the Masonic Temple on January 16, with a free lecture, a grand ball, and showcases of popular dances and new steps. Committee: William J. Bune, Joseph Selmeid er, Ethel Schneider.
The Bridgeport committee of the Society of the Fatherless Children of France has arranged for Mme Triere Tierrard to lecture on the Red Cross work for fatherless children in France. The event is Saturday afternoon January 12 at the Strtheld sun perio, with refreshments after. Proceeds go to the bridgeport effort supporting Tah Cross relief in France.
A fashion note praises a dart filled blouse and plaid silk tunic with a plain satin frock. The collar is large while sleeves stay simple to highlight a minimal waist. A satin sash adds an odd touch to the model, sized medium with plaid fabric and yardage specified.
The Wednesday Afternoon Musical Club presents a piano recital this afternoon at 3 o’clock in First Methodist Church. Guiomar No vaes performs a program including Gluck Sgambati Adelodie Schumann Papilions Chopin Nocturne in E major Mazurkas Tstude Lisat Morest and pieces by Murtuurs, Beethoven, Rubinstein Turk ish. Mareh from Vins of Athens.
Women delegates at the Connecticut State Grange session in Wool Guard hall plied knitting needles during opening ceremonies. The address recalled world war and urged continued support for Wilson and Holcomb, with unanimous adoption of a resolution by J. Arthur Sherwood of Easton praising Patro ns of Husbandry efforts and resources.
Seven members of the Dairymen's league indicted by a grand jury for Dunnnelly Anti Trust law violations will surrender to Judge Wadhams in Part 1 Gene Sessions tomorrow. John B. Stanchfield, counsel for the defendants, conferred with District Attorney Swann and plans were set for court appearance and bail.
Major Lafbury of the Tatas eet Miencdrille writes he will not travel to the United States this winter and may stay in France to continue training American troops. He describes narrow escapes from battle and expresses unlikely a return home before summer.
An advertisement-like fragment discusses a weight loss method with claims of rapid fat reduction. It mentions a product named after Mariela Dreger and a company in Datong, Michigan, claiming dramatic results and weekly progress updates.
In a tense backhouse exchange the narrator follows her mother in law to Fraunces Tavern then to the Long Room where memories of Washington stir reverence. The elder Graham woman pursues historical reverie, while the narrator weighs respect, control, and the strain of domestic power dynamics within the home.
Orrine claims to save drinkers from alcohol dependence with a scientific preparation. It is advertised as usable at home with no sanitarium costs and a money back guarantee if no benefit after trial. Price listed as $1 per box and free booklet offered by Liggett's Riker Hegeman Drug Co.
Everything Optical promotes a free booklet titled Humidity explaining how to regulate room moisture for comfort at 68 degrees. Request the booklet for guidance on improving air humidity and thermal comfort.
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