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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Jun 16, 1922
Page
4
Members of the Twelfth district Democratic clubs gathered at the club rooms on Sixth Street for a joint meeting featuring an illustrated lecture by Dr. A Motil of Stratta avanus on care of the teeth. The audience praised the exhaustive talk and the event continues a monthly club tradition.
Patrick Corcoran, returning home near midnight, was confronted by two men who jumped from a hedge and ordered him to halt. He fled after noting no weapon. Similar attacks on Willem Given two months earlier and a possible return by the same assailants are noted. Also, estate rentals and a fire at St bound station are reported with brief details.
Fairfield Hl June 15 The Fairfield High graduation exercises were held in the Community theatre. The class formed and walked to seats on stage while students wore gowns and bouquets were exchanged. The invocation was given by Rev D Hatch, followed by the national anthem. Salutations by Catherine M Coates and essays by Paul Swittleland Robert Wesley Sherwood Anna Gould Connor and Florence Sherwood Fox. William Wakeman Sherwood delivered the valedictory. A large loving cup was presented by Paul Swift Cleland to George J Kiss. Simeon Pease presided and diplomas were awarded before benediction by Rev R D Hatch.
A Fairfield resident Mrs Tessie Bostogki was assaulted while walking home from a lunch room on VA Road. The assailants struck with a lead pipe, robbed her of 65 dollars, and fled. A second woman, Mrs Hozipski, reported seeing two men nearby shortly after. Local officers are investigating.
Mrs Boxlight, a 40 year old Polish immigrant and mother of eight, was assaulted after turning from Fost road into Beaumont street. She walked home dazed, treated by a physician, while Sheriff Einige investigates. No suspect yet found.
Milford girl Justine McCarthy daughter of William F McCarthy of The Lindens a student at Mrs Dow's School Briarcliff will sail on the SS Laplana with a party of ten to Europe. They will visit Brussels Cologne Mayence Munich and Nuremberg then Oberammergau to witness the Passion Play as guest of Anton Lang. The trip includes Innsbruck Milan Interlaken Bern Paris and London with multiple castles and festivals before sailing from Liverpool aboard Empress of Britain for Quebec.
June 15 Bedford and Westport news detail the Bedford 10 aiding the Westport fire house project with construction at Hotel Square. The plan includes a $36,000 fire station, housing Engine Company No. 2, Pioneer, and Vigilant Hose. Preparations, bids, and school events accompany the update.
Mercerized Lisle socks for children in three quarter and regular lengths with English rib tops and reinforced heels and toes. Colors include blue gold champagne black white rose pink green and striped tops. Prices range from 29c to 59c, with various lengths and styles in stock.
A vintage hair remedy promotes Sage Tea and Sulphur as a darkening rinse to restore natural color and shine. An ad copy describes applying a soupy mixture to hair, claiming it covers dull tones and leaves a glossy, attractive look with repeated use.
An advertisement promotes Ambition Brand Wendell's Pills from Hartigan Drug Store and Mindly Pharmacy claiming quick relief for nervousness fatigue depression and stomach or insomnia issues with a money back guarantee if unsatisfied. The copy urges readers to buy today for immediate help.
Women flocked to a Porch Dresses sale, paying $2.95 for gingham designs finished with French seams. The dresses, valued at $4.50 to $4.95, combine quality and pattern variety, offering completed satisfaction in a limited-time offer.
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