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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Jan 29, 1920
Page
13
Miss Agnes Burke a long time instructor at Columbia University will speak at the Windergarten Alumnae meeting at West Avenue School. She will present Kindergarten Games and tea will follow served by the students under John G. Hughes.
Mrs. B Grannis arranged a musical program for the Barnum Recreation Center meeting on Friday night followed by an address by T T Phillips. Dancing will follow with the Barnum orchestra providing music. Residents of Barnum district including Huntington road Staples Garfield and Barnum schools welcomed. Program includes Chorus Star Spangled Banner My Own United States Soprano Solo As Dawning From the Land of the Sky Blue Water Miss Lois Blake Tenor solo Lewis Grannis Chorus The Flag That's Yours and Mine Contralto solo Think Love of Me Miss Viola De Wolf Chorus America's Message Contralto solo The Sweetest Flower That Grows Mrs Mary Margon Foulds Chorus The Call of Freedom Accompanists Miss Anna Laing Mr Leslie Fairchild Address by T J Phillips.
Reform forces in Washington organize in Congress to block betting across state lines and curb horse racing through prohibition era tactics. Senate Judiciary Committee considers a bill to halt all forms of gambling via interstate betting, aiming to cripple the horse racing industry nationwide.
Negroes in Bridgeport plan to form a local branch of the NAACP at a meeting tomorrow night in the First Presbyterian church chapel. About 100 members are expected. The Bridgeport committee, led by Lucius J. Jordan and Mrs Beown Hosa and Mrs late Munroe Meeos, has invited white citizens to attend, with representation from the Pastors' association. Waller F. White of the National Association will be present. The NAACP has 90 branches nationwide, about 6,609 members, founded on Lincoln’s birth anniversary and incorporated May 25, 1911.
Members of the Wednesday Afternoon Musical club enjoyed a noontime program at 8 Broad street led by Aloy B. Ward. Performances included Norwegian pieces by Agathe Groen dahl, piano solos by Harriet Burroughs and Edna Northrup, and vocal and contralto solos with appreciative applause and a tea to follow.
At Grand Rapids Michigan January 28 rapid progress was reported in selecting a jury for United States Senator Truman H Newberry and 138 co defendants charged with conspiring to violate federal law in the 1918 senatorial campaign. Prospective jurors were passed for cause and two were excused. Peremptory challenges will wait until 12 jurors are passed. East side challenged and over ruled. The defense questioned Louis Mc Intyre a Boyne City bookkeeper and the government challenged Pred Smith of Elks Rapids after he said he knew nine defendants. Smith said he held no prejudice and noted he was once manager of an iron concern in which Frank W Blair of Dewrolty served as a director.
In Tlome on January 28 the railway strike disrupts normal service though conditions have improved. Estimates put strikers around 6,000 of 125,000 workers. Military age railway workers, not drafted during the war for efficiency, were ordered to enlist today, with some seeking permission to return.
General Leonard Wood authorized placing his name on the Indiana primary ballot as a Republican candidate for the presidency after Governor James P. Goodrich withdrew from the race. The move reflects renewed contest within the party for the nomination.
Judge John Booth reserved his decision after hearing Tridget McClinchy of Westport sue Thomas Quinlan administrator of the estate of John Quinlan. McClinchy claimed services were rendered until death with a promised $17 monthly, but she received $7. totaling $284 plus interest. The defense pleaded a general denial.
In Jerusalem, the metal workers union warned employers of a possible prolonged lockout. They said all work would resume immediately if the lockout declaration were cancelled. A mediation commission seeks to craft a two year agreement. Announced as part of ongoing labor talks. Chapter R A M plans a master mason degree convocation in the Masonic temple tomorrow night at 7:30.
London report shows millions of women wear stockings claimed as silk while experts warn the global supply is a single giant trust. A British silk merchant blasts the practice as reckless profiteering with prices up to 109 percent above a fair value.
London reports the waltz back in favor among exclusive society led by Lady Diana Copper, daughter of the Duke of Stutland. Mayfair rooms drift from fox trot and tango while public dance halls keep popular dances, and shimmy performances at teas frighten hostesses.
Compensation Commissioner E T Buckingham ruled for John and Margaret Hurley of Waterford Ireland, parents of Michael Hurley, granting $4 weekly for 14 weeks due to their son's death from an explosion at Bridgeport Grass Co shops on January 26, 1916. He earned $19.89 weekly.
Michael Casey, head of accounts at the American Railway Company offices, is promoted to agent in the Stamford office. He is succeeded at this office by Miss Emily May Speidel as chief accountant.
The Charity Organization reports a sum over 670 dollars raised yesterday afternoon at Stratfield. Proceeds fund a special relief fund aiding families facing home breakup due to insufficient funds. Chairmen were Mrs. Walter B. Bashar and Mrs. Frank T. Staples with Miss Tottise B. Warren in charge of reservations and several women aiding.
News from Bridgeport reports the death at sea of Joseph Chester on December 21. A well known figure linked to Barnum and Bailey circus and vaudeville, he sailed on December 12 for Castelfranco, Miscano, Italy after an operation at Bridgeport Hospital. He died near the Azores aboard the steamer Giuseppe Verdi.
Members of the Bridgeport District Ordnance claim board hosted an informal dinner and miscellaneous shower for Miss C McGovern who has served with the organization for a year and a half.
Natalie describes a social afternoon at Mrs. Lucien Warner’s home guided by Mrs. May E. Hard. The letter blends gossip, literary talk about Sir Oliver Lodge and staymind, salon chatter, beauty plans, dress shopping, and upcoming dances with Harold and friends, including cosmetic and wardrobe details and studio visits.
Midwinter dullness fades as readers plan for spring and home improvements. The Read House showcases furniture sets in walnut, Sheraton, golden oak and Adam finishes with sale prices lower than regular, including four piece configurations with dressers chifforoines and beds. Fourth floor displays feature deep storage and gold plated handles.
Infants and children shop at the store with Worsted Sweater Suits in four pieces including cap and mittens in multiple colors priced from 11 to 14 dollars. White Fur Robes for carriages range from 7 to 12 dollars. Valentines and cards are on display with small toys and confections featured on main and second floors.
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