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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Nov 08, 1923
Page
13
A sensational ad claims Bleachodent removes tea and tobacco stains in three minutes without harming enamel. It promises teeth become whiter than seen by a dentist and appeals to families seeking quick, safe results. Sold by Hindle Drug Co and other druggists as a two month supply.
An old time medicine ad touts Musterole as a mustard-plaster alternative for colds sore throats and chest congestion. It claims quick relief from pain and warns it comes in milder forms for babies and children with various jar sizes and hospital options.
Mrs Prank T Staples was reelected president of the Ladies Charitable Society at its annual meeting held at Mrs Walter B Lashar Round Hill Fairfield yesterday afternoon. Officers include Lashar as vice president Worthen recording secretary Strong treasurer Morrison corresponding secretary and Woodhull C C8 representative. The society is the oldest in the city and state having formed over 120 years ago to aid the needy and continues to serve the city.
The Kiwanis informal Ladies Night plans a 6 80 p m start in Stratfield hotel ballroom with 150 couples attending. An orchestra will play novelty pieces by Joseph La Vaux, with comedian William Ketgard, soprano Julia Walker, and magician Lawrence Craze. Three new Kiwanian members join, including John A Young, Jamieson, and George H Crosson, as Samuel Taylor returns to Bridgeport for the event.
The piece discusses the knee-blouse fashion shown in a diagram, noting satin silk rapé and metal fabrics with fur trimming. It details pattern sizes and yardages for 16 to 42 bust measurements, fabric widths, and separate blouse and skirt patterns. Embroidery pattern No. 670 is offered, with mail order patterns and a Bridgeport Telegraph address for requests.
Miss Florence Hastings opened her home at 43 Merchant Street yesterday for a Bridgeport Mothers' Club benefit card party. About 20 attended, prizes included fruit baskets and centerpieces. Awards went to Mrs. Walter Haggerty, Mrs. C. Dhane, Mrs. Bason, Mrs. Wischer, Mrs. Willard Fleck, and Mrs. J. Bradley. The Mothers' Club, 20 years strong, aids families in need by providing clothes, food, and donations to city charities. Officers include Mrs. Robert C. Adams as president, with A J Bernard, Schwerdtle, I D Behwing, C G Cranquist, A A Badal, and others in various roles.
The G T L club of Christchurch held a meeting where members earned a dollar each for two months and explained how the money was earned. Plans discussed include a mock trial postponed to November 20, a membership drive, a theatre party in December, and a one act play with vaudeville shows on December 18.
Rev George J Donahue of St Augustine's church will discuss The Bostic Setting of the Mass tonight at Bridgeport High School as the second lecture in a four part series by Bridgeport councils of Catholic men and women. The course last year drew interest and this year promises education with Donahue, an author and noted speaker, known for his writings and oratory across North America and Europe.
Rosemary Purcell daughter of Mr and Mrs Purcell received a farewell party from the W W T P theme at 460 Liverks street. She will make her home in Miami Florida. The home was decorated with sweet peas and chrysanthemums. Guests included Irene Coughlin Annie Donahue May Donahue Trode McDonough Mary Talpin Catherine McMahon Anna Coyle and Trene Murray.
The column records births at several Fairfield addresses including a son for Oct and Shutry Bond and a son for Ct. Ou at 730 William Street, with additional births listed for other local families. It also notes marriage between Cuong Bistanek and Marion in New Ward area and an upcoming initiation at the Ades Phian lodge meeting with plans for the next class.
Crepe de Chine comes in weights and colors with widths 40 inches and 50 inches for Cinderella Crepe. Prices range from 2.50 to 3.75 dollars a yard. Items include delicate launderable shades and trousseau crepe resembling radium silk. Available by the yard on the third floor.
An advertisement touts Nuxated Iron as a highly condensed organic iron source that strengthens the blood and body with claims of spinachequivalents and beef extract substitutes. It warns against imitators and counterfeit products, urging health officials and doctors to caution the public.
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