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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

May 07, 1927

Page

3

Bridgeport Aid Plans Meeting With Junior Republic

Bridgeport Aid of the Connecticut Junior Republic will hold its annual meeting at Unquowa School Hall Monday evening at eight. An officer election will occur and brief reports on the republic staff and work will be shared. The colony of about 100 boys, aged 14 to 18, lives on a 140 acre farm two miles north of Litchfield on the state highway and governs itself with its own laws.

Bridgefort Connecticut Junior Republic Litchfield The Citizen Connecticut Qunntor Republic George H. Aylsworth Alex Smith Charles Charton James Cook Samuel Shaw Bridgeport Aid James G. Ludlum Henry Hlodget Hincks Dutre Plumb Margaret Halawin E.W. Fairchild

Alumnae Reunion Draws About Forty Members

The Middebury college Connecticut Alumni association held its annual reunion dinner with around 40 members from nine states attending last night at the Stratfield. T. Fiske, vice-principal of Central High School, chaired and acted as toastmaster. Speakers included Paul P. Moody, president, Professor William Hurrage, Dean W. B. Wil, and Professor Myron Fi. Sanford. Mrs Wiley led the singing in a program of estige songs.

Middebury College Connecticut Stratfield Wamot T. Fiske Central High School Paul P Moody William Hurrage Wil Frofescr Myron Fi. Sanford Mra W. S. Wiley

Exchange Club Donates $50 to Red Cross Fund

At yesterday's luncheon the Exchange Club gave fifty dollars to the Red Cross fund. Members had already pledged four hundred dollars for the MI drive. Music Week was observed with President John H. Walters performing in two selections Mother's Day and Hair.

Red Cross Fund Exchange Club John H. Walters Halr

Elks Plan Big Attendance for Old Home Week Show

More than 600 members of Endreport lodge No 26 Elks will attend Polls Palace theatre Tuesday evening for the Elks night show part of Old Home Week. Bert Melrose clown gymnast will headline with Bridgeport artists and fraternal groups, as Elks parade from State street to the theatre and reserve orchestra seats for members and friends.

Endreport Lodge No 26 B. P.O. Elks Elks Poll's Palace Theatre Bert Melrose Lodge No. 36 Elkgs Rua Manning Bridgeport Kulshts of Columbus The Lodge Hall State Street Seata

Byrd Atlantic Flight Uncertain Plans Remain Open

New York May 7 Commander Richard E. Byrd has not decided to sail for the Atlantic this summer. The American Trans-oceanic company says Byrd and sponsor Rodman Wanamaker have not reached a decision. Meanwhile Byrd and companion Floyd Bennett recover from injuries after a Hasbrouck Heights, New Jersey accident, delaying any launch until Byrd's arm heals and Bennett leaves hospital.

New York CAP Richard EB. Byrd Atlantic Ocean American Trans-oceanic Company North Pole Rodman Wanamaker America Byrd Hasbrouck Heights N. J Flyod Bennett Arctic Byrgi Bennett

Long Hill Birthday Party for 3 Year Old Girl

Charlotte Lewis daughter of Mr and Mrs Charles Lewis celebrated her third birthday with a party at home on Wednesday from two to five, guests from Bridgeport and Long Hill, pink and blue decorations, a birthday cake, games, and many gifts. A large turnout attended a benefit minstrel show at Long Hill Firehouse by the Park City entertainers led by Charles Flanagan with numerous performers, followed by dancing to Becks orchestra. Refreshments were provided by parish women.

Long Hill Charlotte Lewis Charles Lewis Bridgeport Long Hin Charlotte St. Stephen's F&. C Park City Charles Flanagan Jack Sullivan Arthur Dunn Jamces Maney Vincent Benham Steve Vance John McDonough Vincent Delmore Martin Howley Chester van Styke George Underhill Joseph Bues Beck Long Hill M. EB. Church Ladjeg Aid Society Banford S. Bench Ray Ducas Samuel Seeley Harry Tea Ray Lucas Banford & Head Arthur J. Hull Louis Yoyt Emma Sherman Lawrence Sherman Harvey and David Low Randall Clarice Radcliffe Honest Sherman Chester Emack Eril Lackman Linn B. Abbott Harry Lea Edward Lee Wilbur French Charles Hall Harriet Leavitt David Leavitt Hattie Patchen Leonora Clark Bethel Fred Botsford Park Lane Robinson Long Fil Street Loula Wakeley Place William Martine Robert Adams Richard Schmidt Helen Buckelew Tashua Anna Schmidt Bradford Hawley Monroe Tues Parent Teacher Association Atkins Ty. St. Wildman Herbert Walker John Olive Lillian Troy Warren Harding

Bear mauls crowd at Hungarian circus killing child

In Szegedin Hungary a trained bear turned violent during a children's circus performance. The attack killed one child and injured thirteen children and three women as spectators fled in panic.

Szegedin Hungary

Baby and children's garments sale at Second Floor

An advertisement lists handmade dresses in Nainsook with embroidery and scallops, boys’ wash suits in Chambray and Beach Cloth, Creepers, lawn bonnets, Taylor Tot walkers, rubber pants, crib sheeting, princess slips, pajamas, gowns, and coats. Sizes range from infants to 6 years, with many items priced under $5 and some coats up to $12.75. The sale is noted on the second floor.

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