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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

May 22, 1924

Page

13

Martha Leonard Becomes Mrs Bush In Bride's Home

Martha C Leonard daughter of Mr and Mrs Samuel Leonard of 90 Arctic street became Chauncey Bush of 284 Newfield venue in a Monday evening ceremony at the bride's home. Rev D Th Trich officiated before palms in the dining room. The bride wore white anton crepe and carried a bouquet of roses. The groom was attended by best man. Over 50 guests attended the breakfast. The couple planned a motor trip then will reside at 90 Arctic street. The bride has been connected with American Rail hay Express. the groom with Liggett Drug Stores.

Martha C. Leonard Samuel Leonard Arctic Street Brice Chauncey Bush Newfield D. Th. Trich Mills Marcie Smith Theresa Hxon Ving Biater Co Mi Bush Frs Bush Howe Rauilhay Express Wi Bush Liggett Drug Stores

Miscellaneous Shower Held At Mrs S Eleo’s Home

A miscellaneous shower recently hosted at the home of Mrs S Eleo on Fairfield Avenue honored Miss Adelaide Prick. Music and dancing followed by luncheon. Guests included many Misses Prick Ties Monica Voise Teo old Clara Touse erb Constance Mif red Leopold Elizabeth Cecilia Leopold Anna Jarmke Holsworth Anna Leopold Edith Isa Elate Herb Bessie Mc Lure Eleanor Arlene Ekco Ruth Colling Mrs Lahhn Mrs J Andrews Bruc Tull ge Mrs J Leopold Leo old Mrs J Herb Mrs A Herb 48 P Watkins Mrs J McDonald ED Stehle Mrs G ORourke J Sullyan Mrs 4 OBrian Mrs J Collins Mrs W Linine Mrs S Belgo Frank Merb S Bel lo A Herb J Collins Frank Herb Wy Robert James Belco.

Seleo Faifield Avenue Adelaide Frank Merb S. Bello A. Herb J. Collins Frank Herbwy Robert James Belco

Fairfield County Girls to Assemble in Stratford

Fairfield County girls gather in Stratford for the second annual Fairfield County sessions conference with Miss Dorothy Gilbert of Danbury as president and Rev. Alfred Grant Walton of Stafford to address. Talks, delegations from Stratford and Bridgeport, and group conferences aim to foster youth responsibility and community service.

Stafford Methedisitc Lhich Fairfield County Dorothy Gilbert Danbury Wise Madelyn Stath Bethenn Gladys Wolfram Bush Stratford Hss Ruth Ciik Stratford Satunday Marion Trumbull Esthe Carey Mra KE Jacobs Sven Balawin Bethel Ies Helen R Birker Grace V Woest Fairfield Hunecks Sridgeport Mra A Rockwell Lena Knapp Bridgeport Fps Frederickson Vairfield County L. B. Moran i MacClaren Stevenson

Birthday Anniversary Observed With Party

More than 46 friends gathered at the home of Mrs Robert Bradley in Myrtle Beach to celebrate her thirty first birthday anniversary. The evening featured music, dancing, games, and luncheon with guests listed including Bertha Cashman Winifred Nelson Ethel Soenberg Beatrice Grand Evelyn Lanterior Jances Lambert Marjeile Merrill Pauline Grand and others.

Robert Bradley Gold Street Myrtle Beach Bertha Cash Man Winifred Nelson Ethel Soen Berg Beatrice Grand Dvelyn Lanterior Jances Lambert Marjeile Merril Pauline Grand Mar Lerhou Helen Millan Lusag Eaxelyn M Berard Gertrude May R

Trade Summer Classes Open Early in July

The State Trade school will open its summer classes the first week of July according to director Mr Han son. Classes run five and a half days weekly from 8:32 to 12 in the morning and 1 to 5 in the afternoon. Ages over 12 may enter any of the 10 departments, except electrical and automobile, which are overcrowded.

Hanson Mo Hanson

Bowling Awards Granted at Howland Dry Goods Banquet

The Howland Dry Goods girls bowling club held its annual banquet at Housatonic lodge with 22 members attending. After dessert, dancing and vocal selections by Missy Josephin Simpson followed the awards, including Nellie Connelly, Mrs Tull, Mrs Catherine Meffee, Mrs Troutman, and Mrs William Wite.

Howland Dry Goods Company Housatonic Lodge Missy Josephin Simpson Nellie Connelly Tull Catherine

Denied sewing club request for school machine use

The Fourth district sewing club, a charitable group run by women led by Mrs Charlee Deas and district chair Mia Lulu Hopkins, says the petition to use school sewing machines was a misunderstanding. They deny any political aim and claim they have their own club rooms and never sought Board of Education aid.

Om Ita Philanthiome Wok Ulm Charlee Deas Mia Lulu Hopkins Board of Education Dop- Rhine Duas ¢Chanman Sewmen Iucle Board of Ediecation

Madison School Benefit Dance Planned by PTA

The Madison School PTA will host a benefit dance tomorrow evening to raise funds for the school orchestra and welfare work. The executing committee includes Mrs A J Mertens president Miss Dane Anderson vice president Mrs W Friedman Mrs J If Hutzel Miss Florence Jennings Mrs W J Scott Mrs W P Franklin Mrs Ray Leonard and Miss Nichols.

Associatio Madison School A J" Mertens Dane Anderson W. Friedmin J If Hutzel Florence Jennings

Charming Frocks for Summer Wear at Southern Resorts

Linen frocks suitable for cooler weather with hemstitching, hand drawn work, and white buttoned collars. Colors include radiant blue banana green orchid white with prices from 7 50 to 15. White crepe de chine frocks dominate summer stock with simple lines rows of tucks heavy embroidery and dairy line tuckings priced up to 29 50.

Silk Frocks Arrive In Heavy Radium Silk Styles

New season dresses feature straight line cuts in plain colors or bold stripes. Colorful and fashionable for club outings and beach wear. Tailored look with narrow belts and white collars. Available in yellow green blue for 29.50 dollars on the second floor.

School board unifies student finances under one official

The Board of Education voted to adopt a High School plan that combines all student organizations finances into a single account controlled by one office. Previously each group kept separate funds. Principal Sr Sides of the afternoon high school section said the plan unifies and simplifies matters.

Board of Education Sr Sides

Bridgeport High Notes and Campus Activities

Bridgeport high school notes invite Kiwanis club for a luncheon at Nunncheon. Afterward, visitors tour departments with upper class guides. The Ven literary staff elect Katriya Huehs as chief editor and Alice Arons as associate editor. The student body orders pin supplies for the year. Girl Student Pageant nominations and class elections slated later in the week. Bridgeport high school allocates $25 for debacies aiding soldiers in Allingtown hospital.

Bridgepot High School Kiwanis Club The Ven Lens Show Katriya Huehs Alice Arons Ter Evro Ben Geilded Tague P Cliss 6 Corls Port High School Allingtown West Haven

History Pageant at Pairfield May 23 Outdoor Event

Special to The Telegram reports the Pairfield freshman forum hosts a History Pageant outdoors on May 23. The event is part of the campus entertainment series.

Tripfield Pairfield Freshman Forum Nest

Letters From Natalie Describe Flyers Over Connecticut Lakes

Chris writes to Evelyn about a non stop flight to Danbury via Bridgeport as he notes reservoirs and green watershed plantings by Bridgeport Water Company. He mentions Wagner ware kettles and aluminum limits, home-building at Colonial Fair Acres, and family life with kids, pets, and a kitten climbing his dress.

Evelyn Chris Connecticut Danbury Bridgeport Bridgeport Idraule Company Wil Wagner Bores Inc Nova Scotia Harold Colonial Fair Acres Histon KB Yualley

Bridal Gowns Trimmed with Lace and Pearls in Store

The bridal wardrobe features Princess Lace Veils from 850 dollars and 10.50 each, White Tulle fabrics 72 inch at 2 dollars per yard and 108 inch at 3 dollars, Pearl Trimmings up to 2 dollars per yard, Pearl Girdles from 4.50 to 8.50. Chantilly and Princess Laces for the bridal gown are showcased in the Tumming Section on the Main floor.

Store Your Furs Now for Safe Winter Storage

May is the month to store our furs to prevent moth damage and preserve lustre. Our motor delivery will call for your furs and bring them here for storage. Drop a postcard or telephone us to arrange pickup.

Fur Repairs and Storage Service Proposal

When you bring a fur garment in for storage we arrange repairs and offer remodelling suggestions. Our tailors provide the most satisfactory service at summer rates and can give you an estimate.

Dainty Rubber Tea Aprons on Sale in Various Colors

The notice advertises green rose blue lavender and grey tea aprons with contrasting accents plus rubber linings. It highlights they are attractive and practical saving fau nd er ings this summer. Also listed are plaid percale aprons with rubber linings and laboratory aprons in several colors with prices.

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