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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Jan 15, 1927
Page
4
Westport Legion and Auxiliary held a late evening installation with posts officers sworn in by the district commander. New members were noted, badges and refreshments served, and Donnelley’s donated an orthophonic Victrola for the occasion.
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Virginus Council Knights of Columbus plan a postponed card party social and dance at St Marys hall Sandy Hook this Saturday night with an out of town orchestra for dancing. Tickets for the original date December 23 may be used at the door or from members.
Easton Haston January 14 Special The Congregational Church and Society will hold its annual meeting on Saturday January 15 at 7 30 oclock to elect officers and discuss other business Oneida will serve refreshments At 259 Among Easton Grange members who achieved the sixth degree last night in Bridgeport include Arthur Wheeler Fred Silliman Mrs John Logan Robert Maquat Miss Hegninn Steucek Kenneth Logan and others Edward Knight Jr confined to his bed with bronchitis Edison Peek an engineer with Bridgeport Hydraulic left for St Johnsville New York The Easton Volunteer Fire Company will host a dance Saturday night with music by Bridgeport orchestras Pinochle and dancing prizes to be awarded later in the evening
Redding and nearby members of the Field County League of Women plan a gathering at Brooklawn Country Club in Baldyveport on Wednesday January 1 to discuss work ahead and vote matters. Speakers include Godiard Peach and Mary Hilkety. A demonstration and a Furn event are noted with attendees at the home of Aten Comnesiine.
Milford officials note Milfordhire Department answered 210 alarms in 1926 and traveled 174.4 miles with no mishaps. Fire board lauds the department’s care of town property valued near $100,000 and urges continued harmony and progress into the new year. The report also covers public service cooperation, department discipline, and plans for 1927.
Milford community calendar reports a Saturday evening program at the Masonic Assembly hall featuring Mrs George Weed's orchestra with refreshments. February 12 sees Milford DeMolay and Rainbow girls join for a town hall dance. Basketball highlights include Milford DeMolay and Wanderers teams at Wonderland dance hall. Other items note church events, elections, engagements, and club activities across Bridgeport and surrounding areas.
Stratford Jan 14 special members of the American Legion and Auxiliary met in Sterling Memorial hall to select a second drama for future presentation. The success of French Leave last year signals rich local material for staging and a new play will be chosen. Parish efforts fund a parochial school building site on Main Treaty adjoining the rectory. Martin Knapp received a permit to build a stream house and garage on Tatters on avenue.
Devon Smevon and B o Coax led the show for Bridgeport firemen at a gathering yesterday. William Fife and Alec Fife visited Bridgeport Hospital for an operation on Monday. John McNally entertained the firemen of Tio Co No bt with musical selections. David Linguist of Camden Street joins NYN 4H and Hartford Hathead Co. Harry Bayard visits New Forte city. Herbert Arvty in Bridgeport changes position.
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