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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Jan 26, 1921
Page
11
Senator Alexander J.L. DeLane declined to comment on city court judgeship appointments. He said there was nothing to say at the moment and that the appointments would be sent to the legislature in due course.
The Grand Chapter of O E S opens its first Maryland Connecticut eastern star convention session at the Colonial Ballroom. Miss Louise Gindand will preside as matron with officers and delegates from chapters statewide. About 405 guests are expected with dancing planned after a morning business session.
The piece notes Martia Leonard addressing outdoor theatres with plans discussed by local leaders. References to committees in Alder and Riverter context and a 36-inch program pin appear, with mayoral and council chairs involved in organizing efforts.
The A Y W federation of clubs plans its annual banquet at the Watnsday center in Buffalo featuring Helen Hill as principal speaker. The evening includes a burlesque of departments, new songs, and a formal dress code. Officers and board members, including Larry Lines and Lillian, were elected for the association.
State leaders and county lawmen met to consider a rising crime wave and whether special measures were needed to curb it. Officials debated strategies, coverage focused on prevention, and plan for coordinated action across jurisdictions.
House bill by Rep. Patterson of New Jersey seeks a 30 billion dollar refunding bond issue to cover debts, pay bonuses to war veterans, and bring Liberty and Victory bonds back to par. The plan sets bonds in 5 percent denominations, with a mandatory sinking fund and no bond issuance fees.
Washington reports a Republican committee finding that literacy and education demand federal funding while fearing government overreach into state public schools. The memo cites costs and regional disparities, noting New York, Georgia, and New Jersey show high per pupil investments and urging equal access to quality schooling nationwide.
An old advertisement touts Dr Edwards Olive Tablets as a mild bowel and liver stimulant to purify the system and freshen breath. The copy claims they replace calomel without harmful effects and describe the tablets as a vegetable compound with olive color taken nightly for a week.
Fragmented notes list a church fundraiser at the Stratfield Isaybist church with a yeast heinit dinner, a three act comedy by the Chees in February, and a pinochle party at Odd Fellows hall. Also mentions parish gatherings, executive board meeting in Hartford, and visitors from the National Board of the W C A.
Big hit in the musical Prince Charming to be staged at Park Theatre in January. Yankee division benefit features children’s number The Dana with four scholars and a chorus of tiny dancers and singers. Soloists listed include Martha Morgan Adela Relph Wadlin and others. Open sale of seats starts at 9 o clock with tickets available at the box office and exchanges for reserved seats. The production is expected to surpass previous Arbor Play and promises humor vivacious music and clever dancing.
The Connecticut League of Women Voters holds its first executive board meeting with members from across the state. Miss Mabel Washburn outlines the league’s aims to inform and unite women on public questions beyond party lines, stressing nonpartisan civic engagement.
The State Health Department will present The Error of Omission at the Welfare Building Friday evening January 28. This is the fourth weekly public health lecture and film hosted by Miss Helen I Boyd of the Visiting Nurse Association for pupil nurses of St Vincents and Bridgeport Hospital. The program stresses birth certification and legal rights for children and highlights downgrades in birth registration during drafts.
Fragments describe Friday evening meetings and social moves involving Harold and the narrator. Mentions of plans to hire LeArpoone and fee cream, a puzzling exchange with Harald, and references to local shops, redecoration, and preparations for spring classes at a riding academy.
Black Rock parents and friends are invited to an afternoon session at 8:30 to form a Parent Teachers Association. Mrs Jeremiah Thlmes, a former Muntingtay coach, will speak about recent work and plans. The station reports new school equipment, books, pianos, and a basketball addition to activities.
Seventh and eighth graders were treated to a preadvent surprise party Friday in the kindergarten gymnasium, decoratively dressed and entertained with music dancing and games. Miss Hole Murphy organized the program with a feast of refreshments and a presentation to the school by FT BR Barnum. A member of the Board of Beneation spoke as part of the event.
The national journalistic register for college women opens in Chicago under Theft Sigma Phi women’s journalistic sorority. It aims to help young women obtain writing work, claiming no commercial purpose but mutual benefit for employers seeking skilled writers. Advisory council includes Mary Roberts Rinehart, Frank Crane, Dorothy Dix, Mannie Hurst, and others.
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