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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
May 11, 1923
Page
15
An enthusiastic meeting at 232 32 Vine Street established a radies auxiliary to the Hungarian Civic Club. George Tobis and Attorney Henry Klein outlined Americanization and educational goals. Elected officers include President Bert Papp, Vice President Ella Duchay, Financial Secretary Elizabeth Rosa, Recording Secretary Mrs. C Scongrady.
The Sylvan Crest Republican club hosted the Women's Republican club of the Eighth district for a barn dance in a blossom scented clubhouse. George Seltsam opened, with Mary Lynch outlining district work and urging local women to organize. The evening featured Virginia Keel and the Lanelaars dances, a parade of Wooden Soldiers, and luncheon. The next district meeting is set for June 19 at Mrs. Louise Gerster's home in Cambridge Avenue.
Greenwich May 14 Special Miss Marjorie Weld won the riding championship at Rosemary Hall School leading in points. Elizabeth Pell won first in class for students over 15. M Mallory won in the under 15 division. R McClure and M J Doyle won further prizes. negotiations seek a triangular meet among Rosemary Hall, Lowheywood Stamford, and Miss Walk Simsbury.
Household tips on cleaning spills with boiling water and Emery powder for steelware. Also mentions baked apples with nuts and raisins, and improving corned beef flavor with ginger onion and cloves, plus bay leaves.
Lillian Stiff daughter of George Stiff Lenox wed Dr William C Keller of Astoria at the Church of the Transfiguration New York City Wednesday. Matron of honor was Mrs Walter Goulding Taft Providence and Brooklyn. best man Dr Victor Johnson Stew Gardena and New York. Bride a Ridgeport High School graduate pursuing a secretarial course. Keller Harvard University 1915 graduate and orthodontist in New York.
A recipe fragment describes heating one half pound pecans with two tablespoons butter in an iron frying pan in the oven. Stir frequently to prevent burning until nuts heat through, then remove and sprinkle one quarter teaspoon salt. Note mentions tomorrow Brown Sugar Brittle.
A historical overview extols old time botanic recipes stored for winter use. It notes pennyroyal, catnip, kare, wormwood, thyme and more in family remedies. The piece cites Pinkham's Vegetable Compound introduced in 1870s and claims high consumer benefit from its use.
A party hosted by Mr and Mrs Alvid Ansbeck of 20 West street celebrated their daughter Vera, soon to wed Arthur Evans Silver of New York City. Jade green decorations and dances featured Miss Mary White and companions. Guests included Miss Mary Schwarz and many others, with many presents for the bride elect.
Miss Elsie Anderson a high school senior and Story Tellers member gave a varied recital at the Swedish Lutheran Church on Pari Avenue assisted by baritone Elis Land. The program featured dramatic readings, lighter selections for children, and classical pieces for adults, with Mr. Jundrivers delivering baritone solos and Anderson garnering praise for her granologues.
The Woman's League of the First Presbyterian church met in the church parlors. Reports from the Presbyterian convention in New Haven were given by Mrs. Caryl Foster and Mrs. J. Wallace. Mrs. George Sand erlin and Mrs. J. L. Ryan discussed the event in detail. Mrs. WN. Nothcott sang solo with Mrs. Frederic Munro Card on piano. A social hour with refreshments followed.
The International Institute of the U W A on Beach sites hosts an afternoon program for mothers at 2 15. Miss Grace Gianninio Miss Olga tr Voccota and Miss G Strambert lead the program with stories by Miss Mitchel Wooster from the Bridge ert Pullin Library interpreted by Russian and Italian workers.
St Peter's Mayfair proceeds for a second night at Colonial hall. Decorated displays and quaintly dressed salespeople line the room while special entertainment and dancing captivate attendees. The annual event supports the St Peter's building fund.
The Bridgeport social calendar lists gatherings at 477 State street 3 PM and 2730 o clock, teas, stone unveilings at Hintracht cemetery, births at Bridgeport hospital, visits from Maine and Bronx residents, Wilcox and Olivet church society meetings, Mary Beardsley society accounts of a South America trip, alumnae luncheons, and charity sales. Civic groups meet in Community House and Y M C A rooms, with plans for summer camps and war of associations.
A fragmented note describes daily breathing exercises for children called blowing winds. It lists variations of inhaling and exhaling to imitate different winds, including short sharp breaths for a white wind and a softer, steady breeze for a northeast wind, with emphasis on duration and pace.
An old catalog text details multiple high quality bedroom furniture sets in American Walnut and Mahogany. Listings include bowfoot beds, dressers, chifforobes, vanities, chairs, and benches with prices from 190 to 650 dollars.
White Wash Satin Crepe de Chine and Radium nightdresses in pastel shades with lace ribbon and trims priced from 5.50 to 8.00. Glove Silk gowns and envelope chemises in white flesh orchid and other hues priced 2.50 to 8.00. Petticoats slips and vests also offered with lace trims and varied fabrics. Second floor lingerie section.
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