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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Jun 16, 1923

Page

13

Girl Scouts Entertain at M. E. Church Highlights

Goldenrod Troop of Girl Scouts under Miss Lena Knapp staged a church entertainment at the First Methodist last night to benefit the troop’s camping fund. The program featured recitations, songs with demonstrations of knot tying signaling and first aid, plus the play The Taming of Horror with Marion Mannion in the lead.

First Methodist Church Goldenrod Lena C. Knapp Marion Mannon Paradise Alley Airy Viola Kanhlberg Millicent Steves Mary Henderson Dorothy MacDonald Ruth Moore Sophia Reffelt Emmy Brisman Flaten Pratt Marion Whipple Vera Wesche Marion Munson Corn

Graduation Reception For St Vincent Nurses At Nurs es Home

Pupil nurses of St Vincent's hospital hosted a reception for the graduating class and the Ladies of Charity St Vincent de Paul at the nurses home on Hunting Street. Rev F J Russell spoke to graduates and guests after the program opened with Alma Mater. Miss L Pallo and Miss Knight, two of the incoming nurses, sang, plus Mary Lengen. Refreshments were served on the nurses home lawn with Miss Isabel Clarke and Miss M Tele assisting.

St. Vincent's Hosptal Ladies of Charity St. Vincent de Paul Hunting Street F. J. Ruswell Isabel Clarke M. Tele

Calvary Episcopal Church Guild Hosts Home Cooked Supper

The Ladies guild of Calvary Episcopal church will serve a home cooked supper in the parish hall on Nan and Summitt streets next Tuesday from 5 to 8 PM. Mrs Mary Gregory oversees tables with assistance from Mrs T Brill Robinson Mrs E White Bauer and Mrs T Brin ho. Mrs da Morse handles reservations.

Ladies Guild of Calvary Biscopal Church Nan and Summitt Streets Mary Gregory T. Brill Robinson E. White Bauer T. Brinho da Morse Reservatio

Parishioners Honor Pastor In Service for 50 Years

Parishioners honor Rev Henry A Davenport of the People's Church marking 50 years of ministry with a reception and banquet. Local pastors spoke of his faithful service. an unveiling of a painting and a flag ceremony highlighted the event, with gifts and toasts from church members and guests.

Henry A. Davenport The People's Church Davenport S. Bler Bert Strout Parody Smith Alfred Cellist Anita Venkoom Wrlson John Wynkoop Abraham Dwight Wheeler F Ward Nf Passcho Wnut Gavenpart

Personal notices and upcoming events in local community

The Kaxenibts hosted a party for Me PH Van Vors of Lordship Park with a bridal shower planned for June 26 in New York. A surprise birthday party is set tonight at the Bronk with Diane BH, while newly elected officers of the Business and Professional Women's club will meet Monday in Gilverty rooms. Miss Catherine to marry Lou Buest and Anna Walsh celebrate upcoming nuptials with showers. The Black Hack school group appears at the closing of the studio next night. The Gadies’ Rirachad WIT will host an event on Willer Street. Century Players plan a performance at Miramount Theatre on June 21.

Me PH. van Vors Lordship Park Pio Lie Business and Professional Women's Club Gilverty Mias Cathe Louii Buest iAnna Walsh Black Gack Chee Elit Black Hack School Wil

Benefit Party 18 Held At House Of Mrs. Frank Miller

A benefit event yesterday afternoon at Trouklawn avenue raised over $200 for the Merrilonka home fund aiding convalescent children. A decorative tree raffle from Watkins Art Store supported the drive to transport children to and from care, with Mrs Fr nky Oliphant donating large plants and Mertram Lanmbert serving as chairman alongside Frank TenBuck and others. The Hemlocks opens today to take in 20 children for recuperation.

Miller Trouklawn Avenue Watkins Art Eald Merrilonka Home Flemry Oliphant Mertram Lanmbert A A. E. MacDonald Frank TenBuck Wrigyl

Obituary for Delia Barnwell and others at funeral

Funeral services were held yesterday afternoon from her home at 1648 Hun Avenue. Burial followed at a local cemetery. The service honored Delia Barnwell and included relatives and clergy. The body was sent to a distant location for burial, with mention of a further memorial service.

Delia Barnwell Baphveed Eller

Theatre League's First Big Frolic Attracts Scores

The Theatre League opened its frolic on West avenue drawing large crowds. Guests wore orange toppers, Hawaiian costumes, and theatre colors orange, white, and black. Activities included dramatic selections, dances, horse races, and dancing amid Japanese lanterns and outside booths.

Theatre League West Avenue Catharine McLachlin McLean School of Dramatics Chicago Eva Trodgkins Radio Mugin

Veteran Trainees Seek Freeman for Local Supervisor Post

A petition from veterans at John Banville Post Disabled American Veterans protests restoring Oscar Boadsick to district supervision. About 0 signatories allege unjust treatment under Wohsick. they back George Freeman. Walter Reynolds says the issue will go to Brigadier General Hines in Washington as bureau moves from New Haven to Hartford.

Oscar Boadsick John Banville Wohsick Banville Walter T. Reynolds Grigadier Ceneral Hines United States Veterans Bureau Washington Veterans' Bureau Wew Haven Hartford Banville Post Kohsiek

Miss Helen Kitsch to Wed Joseph Gough in Spring

A miscellaneous shower honored Miss Helen Kitsch on Thursday hosted by her sister Rose Kitsch. Attendees included Rose Guzzi, Genevieve Fischer, Margaret Ge, Mrs. Anderson, and Mrs. FE Witsch. The couple is set to marry in the near future.

Rose Kitsch Helen Kitsch Joseph Gough Anldeen Rose Guzzi Isse Fischer Root Genevieve Margaret Ge Anderson FE. Witsch F Gough Ad . Wencinel

Stratford Parent Teachers Elect Officers

A Stratford Whitney School P T A elected officers for the coming term. President is Mrs Harvey G Lew, with Mrs Roseal as second president, Aly A Kiama as treasurer, and William Sury as secretary. A children's picnic was planned on the grounds, with details to be announced.

de Marent-Teacherg Association Whitney Schoot Stratford Ufficers X “Hildren George Jade Harvey G. Lew Mra G. Roseal Aly. A. Kiama Tresusurer William Sury Seererl

Johnny Bates Star For Chattanooga Team In Key Win

Johnny Bates, formerly with Pittsfield, starred for the Chattanooga squad in a Sunday win. Bates drove a key eighth inning homer to left, added a double, and played solid third base, turning several plays and contributing to the victory.

Johnny Bates Chattanooga Pittsfield Macs Niehans Hates The Hees

Postponed Caucus Meeting of City Aldermen Scheduled

Democratic Board of Aldermen meeting was postponed and rescheduled for tonight, announced by Alderman William J. Lavery, president of the board.

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Vests and Knickers in Flesh Orchid and White

Garment listings show Vests in flesh orchid peach maize Nile green and white priced from 1.79 to 4.50. Vesta in flesh color with Filet lace 2.75 Step-in Knickers match 3.50 and 4.50 and knickers in flesh or orchid 3.50 to 4.50. Step-in combinations 3.75 and main floor jewelry section priced from 12.00 to 68.00 and 24.00.

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