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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Jan 15, 1925

Page

16

Stratford Council to Name New Member at Monday Meeting

Stratford dispatch reports the council plans to select a successor to late Herbert W Sniffen from the first district at a Monday evening session. Chairman Donald Simmis expected to convene the meeting, with candidates to be circulated for council review. Also noted are local youth coasting activities and community notices.

Stratford Herbert W Sniffen Counci Donald Simmis We Council

Lordship Notes and Local Visits Amid Telegram Service

Jan 14 telegram service notes guests at the lighthouse keeper and Mrs William Petzol. Miss Alice Dodge of Paterson New Jersey and Mrs Torvolts sister Mrs Mary A King a nurse in New York expect arrival for a fortnights visit. Friends of Mr and Mrs Newton Schwab of Hartford formerly of Lordship will be present. Albert Harlow of Grove Street travels to New York on business. Strong winds cause minor damage to the area with an oil burner issue and a nearby explosion impact. Lordship sits on water, boosting radio reception and many residents own radios.

Lordship William Petzol Alice Dodge Paterson Torvolts Mar King New York Teei Newton Schwab Hirtford Albert Harlow Grove Street New Tudor

Former Wilton Woman Dies in New York

Wilton residents mourn the death of Mrs LCleanor Knapp Dithmar at 27 West 67th Street New York City She was a descendant of the Knapp family connected with Wilton stock and Epinetus Knapp who bought the old homestead on Hurlbutt Street now occupied by Charles W P Knapp

Wilton Ry Etgram Service Lcleanor Knapp Dithmar West 67Th Street New York City Dithmar Oid Knapp Epinetus Knapp Hurlbutt Charlies W P

Better Films Society Luncheon Planned at Norwalk

Norwalk January 14 By Telegraph Service The Teter Films committee plans a luncheon at the Royal James Inn Monday to discuss adopting better moron picture progress and policy. Mrs A Nyde Crle of Beaqua Hills chairs the committee with John Cavena as Incheon chair and Mrs Patten Beard reporting on the Children Matinee phase.

Norwalk Teter Films Committee A Nyde Crle Beaqua Hills Royal James Inn John Cavena Incheon Patten Beard

Norwalk Council OKs Issuing New School Bonds

Norwalk council approves a bond issue of 60 million dollars to finance new school buildings. Vote set for a referendum next October with funds planned for a new high school and adjacent facilities. The action authorizes borrowing for city schools and outlines repayment from property taxes.

Norwalk Council

P T Association of Huntington to Visit Bridgeport

Huntington January notices preview the Maplewood Junior High visit to Bridgeport on February 10 at 4 45 o clock pm. Dr Valerie Puke of the African Social Hygiene association will speak on lifeguarding adolescents. Parish society meeting at St Paul’s Episcopal church Thursday at 7 30 pm to discuss church business and plans.

Huntington Ty Feesram Sersie St Pauly Spiscop Jon Lu Lolascus Gover Porks Witty “Mtro Ikhiuhard Crowe Stiten Godat Lince Ldwn Willard Nicholshunnin Willan Beattie Charles Forldstink Creaber Romary Sears Wourse Jones Jan -“Ois Tialue Suren Ealer Hirold Thompson Wis Orville Halhan Lehilfren Taye Norwich

Milford C O C Discusses Milford Hotel Project

Milford's chamber of commerce board meets at the Milford Arms to review a proposed hotel project. The hotel committee, led by Judge Omar Wollatt, will report findings on financing by The Hockenbury System Inc of Trarvisburg and potential community involvement, with a study of New Britain’s recent hotel example guiding next steps.

Milford Chrmber of Commerce Milord Arms Omar Wollatt Patt Hockenbury System Inc Trarvisburg United States Conscernia Gren New Britain Lew Brittn AL Lolds Pbout Board of Tire Commissioners Mulford Moxin Fie Ladies Auxiliary of Chemical Company No 5 Woodmont Fir House Adr Joan S Gndul Te Woodmont Pre Company St Riphaele Hospital

Fairfield Church 285th Annual Celebration

Fairfield January 14 By Telegraph Service The First Church of Christ Congregational held its 285th annual meeting in the health house of worship. The article lists past meeting houses, ministers from Rev John Jones to Rev John Oc tyrant, and outlines tonight’s church supper and extensive reports from numerous committees and officers.

Fairfield Church of Christ Prime Ancient Society John Jones Samuel Wakemin Toseph Wi Bip Noah Hehart Andrew Cho Heman Humphrey Nathaniel Tewlt John Launter Hymi H Atnam Willis Lord Alexander Mclean Hankin Seorge S. Burroughs Bushnell Frank G Claus Edwin Silov John OC Geclesiastical Society John H Grant First Church OF Christ First Ecclesiastical Society of Fairfield

Easton Plans School Funding Revisions Amid State Debate

The Easton commission proposes a new old-stubution for school funding in Connecticut, aiming to revise educational subsidies. The plan would affect town receipts, pupil costs, and state aid, with detailed calculations showing per-pupil spending and required local contributions under the proposal.

New Canaan Man Named President Of Nurserymen

New Canaan man Henry Kelley was elected president of the Nurserymen association in Connecticut at winter meeting in Hartford. The group instructed its legislative committee to oppose any bills harming nursery interests as it considers state regulatory measures. Other officers named include New Canaanite C Nh Wilson as secretary-treasurer and S Baker of Cheshire as vice president.

Hartford Connecticut Warserymen Igo Prusifant Henry Kelley New Catan Vite Nh Wilson Manchester Baker Cheshire

Prominent Woman of Derby Dies SuddenlY

A leading Derby woman, Ida Peach, died suddenly at home on SeymiGur avenue after months of rheumatic troubles. She had lived in Derby many years, survived by sons Albert Reach and Albert ReGrin, and several siblings. Funeral services will be held Thursday evening at the interent hurst home in Rockaway, NJ with burial Friday morning.

Shadad Todey Ida Fivetyn Peach SeymiGur Avenue Lhis City Mis Beach Dover New Jersey Derby Albert Richand Oo Gray Lew Hiven Albert reGrin Aister Wes Lank Steinmin Philadelphi Hurst Rockaway

Dance Benefit For Monroe Women Volunteers Postponed

A charity dance event for the Monroe Woman's Sailors Volunteer group was postponed from Saturday night to Monday night due to weather and local disruptions. Police advised road closures on the State road near Ermstt and Holy in town after a steamboat incident delayed traffic. Miss Patty Smith hopes for a brief recovery as she rests after an accident with friends in Widford. A Catholic club dance at the Stepney Townhouse drew a large crowd Tuesday evening.

Monro Tim Monroe Rld Eport Ermstt & Hooly Pradfad Patty Smith Widford Miss Newson

Westport Girls Missed 10 Marriage Licenses in Year

Westport records show 66 marriage licenses issued in the past twelve months, 21 fewer than 1923. June had 10 licenses, July none. other months ranged from 0 to 7. Holy Name Society and related church events, thrift week essays, bank accounts, and school activities are noted. several local meetings, dances, and charity events are listed with names and venues.

Westport Leenses Alvision Ehizabeth Walsh Malice McCann Adelaide Brown Alice London Katherine Keehan Tielen Keehan Loretta Remiii

Norwalk Doctor Named Dental Society Head

Norwalk physician Dr John A O'Connor was elected president of the Western Fairfield Dental Society at its annual meeting in Stamford. Other officers named include vice president Dr T Ke Lindstedt of Stamford, secretary Dr W L L Rouse of Greenwich, and treasurer Dr I R Liitendahl of Stamford, with executive chair Dr A Reininer and members Dr William H Wer South Norwalk and Dr Hicks Greenwich.

Norwalk Western Fairfield Dental Society Stamford A C Bowen Bridgeport Samford John A O'Connor South Norwalk T Ke Lindstedt W LL Rouse Greenwich I R Liitendahl A Reininer William IL Wer Hicks

Open Danbury meet planned by representatives

Danbury representatives in the general assembly announce an open meeting at the city hall on Friday evening to hear all citizens views on new legislation. The plan to hold public forums follows a tradition begun by former leaders and is expected to encourage broader participation in lawmaking.

Danbury Telegum Sertice John Magnes Danburys Phurbury

Minister Denies Report He Will Resign Soon

Shelton church trustees held a four hour meeting at the Shelton Congregational church with Pastors and local officials. Rev Carl H Wilhelm stated that reports he would resign this Sunday morning were false, denying any imminent resignation.

Shelton Shelton Congregational Church Charles Brown Yale Divinity School Watson L Philips Willam G Lathrop Carl H Wilhelm F T Nettleton Stephen Palme Henry Schneider Kenneth D Wetherby BH Wetherby Board Trembens Wilhelm

Taxation debated by church ushers at Devon meeting

Devon Linfinchurch ushers discuss taxation by city state and federal levels at a church meeting. The event includes cross word puzzles, a roll call, and notices of upcoming activities. guests arrive from nearby towns and local groups participate in social and civic updates.

Devon

Save the Drunkard Save the Drunkard

A woman recounts saving her husband from drinking and urges others to seek a cure. The piece contrasts moonshine with sunshine in the heart, recounting personal struggle, recovery, and a call to break free from degradation through reform and support. It cites a book and a method to inspire others toward sobriety and better lives.

Free Treatment Coupon Promises Cure for Drunkenness

A damaged notice offers a free treatment coupon in your name and address to mail to Dr JW Haines in Cincinnati. It claims the received treatment will prove it stops drunkenness by any form and then the drinker will stop without knowing why.

JW Haines Glenn Bldg Cincinnati

Old Sage and Sulphur Hair Restorer Recipe

A historic home remedy promotes darkening gray hair using garden sage tea mixed with sulphur. The ad claims gradual, natural results with Wyeths Sage and Sulphur Compound, applied with a damp sponge to the hair until gray strands fade and hair appears dark, glossy, and youthful.

Sulphur Cream Promised to Heal Unruly Skin

An advertisement touts Mentho Sulphur as a universal remedy for unsightly eruptions, rashes, and facial marks. It claims rapid relief by applying the sulfur preparation like cold cream, promising noticeable improvement by the next day. The piece urges readers to consult a skin specialist and obtain Mentho Sulphur from any good drugstore.

Heal Skin Diseases With Zemo Advertisement Claims

An advertisement touts Zemo as a rapid remedy for eczema, rashes, ringworm, and other skin ailments. It describes the product as penetrating and soothing with immediate relief, recommending daytime use and asserting safety from dragists and side effects.

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