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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Jul 28, 1926
Page
15
An American priest is reported kidnapped in Hunan Province on July 15. The American legation and the consul at Changsha are working to secure his release, with no further details available.
An article urges caregivers to address childhood nail biting as a nervous habit. It warns against harsh restraints and emphasizes early action to keep nails clean and healthy, fostering a child’s desire to stop. It cites roles like musicians and typists whose finger sensitivity argues against biting.
A machinist benefits from fine fingertips and nails for quality work, and everyone needs nail protection. For children, repeat aloud a motto to keep fingers away from the mouth, aided by a bangle and nail polish, while the child must first wish to have good nails.
A parent describes using a carpet covered square in the rear corner of a sedan to elevate a two year old child so she can see out the window. The arrangement provides a better view and a resting place for the child’s feet, increasing comfort during rides.
The Civitan club held its first official guest day of the weekly luncheon at Strat field featuring xylophone performances by Hildreth Winton with piano accompaniment by Mrs. Florence Gouljen Mallett. Winton and Mrs. Mallett previously performed at a ladies night and return engagements drew guests.
In Lincoln Nebraska the state Supreme Court ruled that a fifteen year old girl Anne Joyce and seventeen year old Mrs Darline Johnson qualify for teachers certificates. The decision overturns the Department of Public Instruction, which had refused due to youth. Joyce had applied at fourteen after high school and two years in normal school.
On July 27 in Norwalk two young women, Ruth Uhie 18 and Mina Pugh 15, rescued a two year old boy who fell from a dock into eight feet of water. They pulled him to safety and he was none the worse for his plunge.
A 489 silhouette features box-plait front flare, using georgette and taffeta for a smart Summer note. It lists youthful collar belt straight back as current details and suggests Shantung rajah flat silk wool jersey crepe de chine as suitable fabrics. Sizes 16 to 42 inches, yardage and price given in stamps or coin.
Stamford chapter No. 99 of the Pan-American Order of Ahepa received a charter and installed officers. Bridgeport Ahepa leaders led by Dr. Spiro Vryonis assisted with the ceremony. Stamford officers include president James N. Karakan and vice president P. Marinopoulos. The group aims to promote Greek royalty and better understanding of the Hellenic nation in the United States.
A large number of reservations were made for the St Augustine s Boy Scout Troop 22 outing to Greenfield Hill this Sunday. Parents plan to depart Bridgeport around 1 pm gathering in front of St Augustine s school. Activities include a mothers versus fathers baseball game, volleyball, quoit pitching, races and other events with prizes for winners.
London July 27. Lady Astor American born peer and member of the House of Commons sailed for the United States seeking a long rest. The private secretary refused to disclose timing destination or duration citing a wish for complete quiet and noting reporters would face no blame if they find her on landing.
American artist J. B. Barton narrowly escaped injury as a mob in St. Mark's Square objected to his canvas portraying beggars in Italy. Bystanders accused him of depicting Italians as a race of wretched beggars and demanded he quit.
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