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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Jan 24, 1920

Page

15

Dinner Party At Brooklawn Country Club

Social notes report on dinner parties at Brooklawn Country Club hosted by Mr and Mrs W Bryant of Park Avenue and others including Mr and Mrs Henry Bishop and Miss Irene Wren. Also mentions engagement of Mildred McCarron to William Carroll and various social events, christenings, and upcoming lectures in Bridgeport.

Bryant Park Avenue Brooklawn Country Club Fred McCaskey Robert McCauskey New York City Henry Bishop Henrietta Bishop W. G.bryant Irene Wren State Street Brooklawn County Club Miss Wren William T. Hincks Park Place Thompsonville Nathaniel W. Bishop Bishop David Day Clinton Avenue Mer John T. Field Grooklawn Park Lyman DL. Hol Sex View Avenue Salmagundi Golden Hill Street William A. McCarron Worcester Mass Mildred Vaulkner McCarron Westfield Avenue William L. Carroll Atlantic Street McCarron Longfellow School Bridgeport High School City Normal School Carrol Andrew R. Smith Frookview Avenue Joan Field Brooklawn Park Barbara Waldo Gerald Bryant Marion Henshaw Sling Paieo Parker Seeley D. Walker Hill

Trumpeters to Play at United Church Tomorrow

The Gloria Trumpeters will perform at United Church tomorrow morning at 10 15 and in the evening at 7 o clock. The program includes Morning pieces Nature Adoration Beethoven King of Love Speily Largo Handel Heard the Voice of Jesus Say Harriss Recessional De Koven and Evening selections March from Aida Verdi Praise Ye the Father Gounod War March of the Priests Mendelssohn Intente de Procession Batista.

United “ Church Nature Adoration Beethoven King of Love Speily Handel Jesus Harriss de Koven Alda Verdi Father Gounod Mendelsohn Batista

Belgian nurses study American child hygiene in New York

Belgian nurses arrived in New York on the Noordam to study American child hygiene and hospital treatment of children. Queen Elizabeth observed hospitals during her tour and chose veteran war nurses Miss Taalbel Ramey and Miss Marguerite Banzey, decorated by Belgium, to introduce methods in New York institutions.

New York Plizabeth Noordam Hersely Belgium Mies Taalbel Ramey Marguerite Banzey

Nurses' Day Proclamations Mark Sunday Observance

Governors of twenty one states proclaimed Sunday January 25 as Nurses day to honor women who served American soldiers in Europe and at home. Fort Sheridan will see 3 000 wounded men wearing flowers on their uniforms with local observers urged to do the same. The Iowa Society of Chicago sends 600 roses to Iowa nurses at the fort. American Legion posts also notified to observe the day.

Chicago Europe Fort Sheridan Bispram Iowa Society of Chicago American Legion

Medals for YWCA Workers in France Awarded by Government

Nineteen American women received French medals for YWCA work among women munition workers in France. Miss Harriet Taylor of New York directed the effort and Miss Mary Dingman of Paterson, New Jersey, received silver medals. The rest were bronze.

New York Jan Young Women's Christin Association France Harriet Taylor Mary Dingman Paterson N. J

Building Permits Granted at City Meeting

Board of building commissioners issued permits for multiple projects including a one story frame store on Wood avenue for Max Stein and a change of use to a dwelling at 7 Commercial street. Other permits cover a frame restaurant at the corner of Ougatoing and Grand, and alterations for Bridgeport Brass company. Total value listed as $15 650. aggregate $8100.

Board of Building Commissioners Storean Street Fosdick BE. H. Knapp Wood Avenue Max Stein Commercial Street Pasauile Buoninconero Bridgeport Brass Mrs. Louis Gregate

Waltersville Cantata Charity Ball Aims High

WalterVille school hosts The Gift of the Seasons a large student cast in vivid costumes with Miss Frances Cogiswell directing. Proceeds fund school lanterns and slides as Miss Tsobel Pillans and Milas Azina Pel Vecunio lead principal roles. performances run January 30 31 with a Saturday matinee.

Frances Cogiswell Waltersville School Usta Tsobel Pillans Milas Azina Pel Vecunio Miss Pillans C. G. Gronquist Mary Stritch Curta Calla Aztre Sunner Spirit of Nature Isabel Villans Child Anna del Verchio Elizabeth Doyjack Gazella Molnar Ruth Waldman Bella Cohen Rosse Scinto Rose English Mary Holm Helen Petruccelli Rose Christina Welice Tedesco Josephine Venelli Annie Knape Mamie Cella Bunnies Mary Frasette Josephine Sparto Saltervese Sparto Florence Buchini Old Winter Tra ‘Trotzky Hannah Spraver Rachel Baumrind Garrie Donafrio Marion Fry Elsie Reese Verina Tessiton Frost Minnie Antoinette Anzalone Annie Waleamicz Mary Betruchi Mary Helen Moinar Puds Florence Peano Anna Hogsufsky Ida Koslow Dune Mary Fetrucelli Flowers Ruth Frovert Tessie Rosenthal aAnnia Ajinus Mary Knapie Beatrice Koslow Antoinette Roberts Bees Annie Merardo Mary Venzu Agnes Paul Elizabeth Baltovi Edith Tessitore Mamie ‘Tapre Mary Cascone Annie Odrich Carrie D'Onofrio Rose di Menna Margaret Hoern George _Chrigh Mario de Amegelid Raffaele Manente Frank Trop Dan Russo

Decision on zone fares expected in April in Connecticut

Hartford January 28 The public may expect a decision by the public utilities commission on the generic fare system of the Connecticut company sometime in April The commission's aid said informally this afternoon after the company's rebuttal to arguments against the system and after March 2 had been set as the hearing date for oral arguments on the briefs Chairman Richard M Higgins said the matter is of great importance to Connecticut and the United States and noted that if the decision favors the zone system adjustments might be required Ralph B Martin traffic engineer and Warren F Bristol Hartford lines manager were on the stand during the morning.

Hartford Public Utilities Commission Connecticut Commission United States Richard %. Higgins Ralph 2. Martin Warren F. Bristol

Norwalk Friends Present Purse to Father Lynch

At a reception in the Knights of Columbus hall Norwall Rev M Z Lynch recently transferred from Norwalk to St Marys church was presented with a purse of 600 The event drew a large crowd of members and friends from the community.

Knights of Columbus Norwall M. Z. Lynch Norwalk St. Mary's Church

Middy Dresses and Blouses for School Girls

Advertisement highlights one piece middy dresses in jean with color collars and cuffs and embroidered emblems. Sizes from 6 to 12 years. Shipping and serviceable fabric emphasized for frequent washings.

Middy Blouses and Party Dresses From Junior Shop

A new arrival of Middy Blouses in sizes 6 to 14 years with serge material navy blue lace fronts pockets and cuffs. Junior Shop on the second floor offers river sizes up to 18 years at 3.95 6.95. A group of Party Dresses for girls ages 10 to 16 features chiffon Crepe de Chine and net fabrics. Dresses are slightly mussed from display but will be cleaned and revived, sold regardless of former prices at the shop.

Pettibockers Jersey Silk Winter Wear Ad

An odd lot in Jersey silk Pettibockers offers warmth and comfort for winter. The cuff is full and shirred into an elastic band that pulls down to meet the boot top, protecting the legs in very cold weather. Available in black with hints of rose or purple.

Jersey

Fashionable Wool Jersey Petticoats For Season

Nearly all in dark colors such as black and dark blue with taffeta and messaline flounces. Accordion plaited and tucked designs, graceful and comfortable. Priced around $9.30 to $10.50, with typical sale at $7.50.

Dainty American Porcelain Dinner Sets Arrive for Sale

Several dinner sets of American porcelain have just arrived and are priced for quick sale. Each 112 piece set features distinct bands and floral decorations including blue, tan and pink rose motifs with fine gold lines. One 112 piece collection is offered at 33 dollars.

Delft

End of season fur sale cuts prices on many species

Separate Fur offers last chance prices on Black Lynx, Skunk, and other furs with many items reduced from regular tags to low sale figures. Stoles shawls and animal shapes appear among discounted stock, alongside limited white runs and outsized sizes.

Mystery in Beardsley Park Girl Found Unconscious

A young woman about 22, of Italian or Spanish descent, was found unconscious in Beardsley Park snow by women returning home from work. Taken to Bridgeport Hospital she regained senses but offered few details on how she ended up in the car. Authorities describe her condition as hysterical and possibly dementia.

Beardsley Park Bridgeport Hospital Tate

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