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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Mar 01, 1926
Page
11
The Pilgrim Mother statue, unveiled at Plymouth Massachusetts, honors pioneer women who endured privation to help the family survive. It depicts a woman shoulder to shoulder with her husband as they built a home, cared for children, cooked, sewed, and brewed remedies from roots and herbs similar to those in Lydia E. Pinkham's vegetable compound.
Miss Hazel Frances Secor of 2594 Fairfield Avenue married Charles Hersey Barnes son of Mr and Mrs L H Barnes of Boston Mass at 6 pm Saturday in Park Street Congregational Church The Rev T Rutledge Beale officiated Attendants were Mrs H B Aust and Mr Aust A reception followed at the bride’s mother's home The bride wore blue flat crepe and carried bride’s roses Mrs Aust wore rose chiffon and carried pink sweet peas
Mrs B T Saltman and Mrs Joseph Gliman serve on the Purim tea and bridge committee for the Bridgeport Jewish Women’s section Cornel. Mrs Joseph Shapiro is chairman. Mrs Rudolph Mantier aids as motor squad sideman. Members are asked to drive cars to meet at Clinton and Pairfield avenues at 4 PM or use Maitfield trolley to Sturgis Road for pickup between 2 and 6 PM. Contact Mrs Mantier for details.
Constance Talmadge, famed actress, wed Captain Alastir William MacIntosh of London in a quiet civil ceremony at the de St Cyr home in San Mateo. Norma Talmadge served as bridesmaid, with Buster Keaton among guests. couple to honeymoon at Pebble Beach Mortersy and Palm Beach.
Stratford Knights of Columbus will hold its annual ball at the Stratfield hotel on Monday evening April 12. The event, led by chairman Howard Bergin, gathers Grand Knights and a large committee, with sub committees assisting. The notice also covers Stratford American Legion activities including a volleyball league, a program with T. J. Pardy Construction, and a legion gathering next week. Miss Marion Graves resumes duties at Franklin School while Stratford considers a compromise over a dog war claims suit against Bradley for barn use as a pound.
Irene Castle showcases Corticelli Crepe Ensemble with demure Eton collar and silver buttons priced at $58 on the second floor Romiette. She then arrives at Madison Square Garden in a stylish coat with cape and double pockets priced at $79.50. A Corticelli Frock in blue with pockets and pleated skirt is highlighted as a playful spring piece. A Corticelli Satin Snow Coat with gold and silver stitching recalls Oxford student days and inspires spring wardrobe ideas.
Council members oppose paying a bill and threaten to force Brad ley to prove that hig potkad was approved by state sanitary authorities. They question Bradley about seizures of dogs under six months and whether he ensured dogs were licensed by buyers. Bradley accuses Town Manager Hunter of neglecting to build a town pound and using a barn for the purpose, now seeking rent. Police patrols shift to foot duty as roads remain rough after storms, with newly appointed officers enabling coverage without a patrol car. A Star of Bethlehem card party in Dunning proceeds under Florence Beardsley.
Ninety five manufacturers’ workers in Bridgeport receive help from the Employees’ Tuberculosis Relief Association. The monthly report shows 67 under treatment at sanatoria or now home care, six admitted in February and two discharged cured. Over $1,900 paid for service and treatment. Bay State Paint Store adds to members. Bonanza mine dividends of $200 million paid 1874 1879 era.
John Adam Hugo plans a public piano recital at Central High School Auditorium with composer Stanley Need of Shelton. The program features Bach Fantasia, Liszt La Campanella, Chopin Etudes, Liszt Rhapsodie No. 6 and more, highlighting Need's developing artistry.
Washington February 28 The President attended church with Frank W Stearns of Boston while Mrs Coolidge remained at the executive mansion with a severe cold Officials report her condition improving but she remains cautious amid influenza and pneumonia fears in the capital.
A new French face powder named MELLO GLO is advertised to stay on until washed off, concealing pores and lines even with perspiration. It promises a flawless complexion and beauty, encouraging readers to visit Toilet Goods Counters for purchase.
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