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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Nov 10, 1921

Page

9

New Haven Women Urge Appointment of Female County Commissioner

In New Haven, a local league of 67 women sent a letter to Governor Lake urging the appointment of a woman as county commissioner. The letter asserts no candidate is chosen, but commends women as intelligent and capable to fill leadership roles amid ongoing county issues.

New Havens Gami Lakeet Janeb Walter Focal League Rees Fa Eerie Bridgeport

Local Girl Appears in Ansonia Recital

A local girl, Miss Marcon Weliar, performed at an Ansonia recital with accompanists Miss Helen Motion of Bridgeport ALC Christensen and George Daris. Motion, a skilled organist, offered a varied program including Blessed Are the Pure in Tone and other selections.

Ansonia

Program for Lovers of Music and Art Planned

A Sunday afternoon program hosted at the home of Miss Ward in South Norwalk features a paintings exhibit by Keith Anderson and a music program by Ralph Poland, baritone, with Woodward Rogers as pianist. Martha Hurd, Connecticut Audubon Society secretary, is noted for local lectures.

Mise Wranoix A. Ward Avenut South Norwals Kear Anderson Ralph Poland Woodrud Rogers M Hurd Schedl Seciecy The Audubon Society of Connecticut Aie Sorter Nere

Women's Mission Holds Elm City Meeting Today

The New Haven branch of the women's board meets for its annual session and a joint ceremonial gathering. Attendees from various Atlantic states join the Elm City event opening this morning at the center.

Women's Mission Elm City NEW Way Yaadisc Trav Atlantic States New Haven Alyersy Women Board of Woman's Board

Natalie’s Letters Preview Studio Opening and Plans

The writer describes plans for The Little Studio at West Avenue, highlighting weaving classes at a dollar, hand woven fabrics, and beaded georgette dyed fabrics. Natalie notes cooperation with Lewandos dyeing and Geaning shop, mentions Mrs Bellew’s workrooms, and references potential winter wardrobe planning and travel ideas.

Sie Burney New York Beidgeport Bubid West Avenue Ana Bosy Duesit Neeple McBurney Biliy Misa Marjorie Pr Svenei Ingetore Svendsen Lada Blane Lewandos Court’ Exchange Aurora Edith Afrs. Bellew's State Street Mrs. Bellew Mrs. Beller Berrinda Pani Rome Les G'Amis Curibhead Mother Bal

Pine Thanksgiving Dinners To Be Given By Club

The Pine club plans a Thanksgiving sale December 8 at Mrs James Bereton’s home 2332 North Avenue to raise funds for a winter dress fund for a needy girl. Torii Men will provide sewing, with Mrs Lernard in charge and Bob Adams delivering baskets. Donations include clothing and candy, with a focus on white elephant and crafts.

Ars Torii Iri F. Crosby Beechwood Avenue Tobert Adams Greas Mare Miteria Luch Thnrey Chaily Bridgepin Brooklyn Hne James Bereton North Lernard Wes Teimrad

B and P Women to Hold Sunday Meetings

The By sessional Women's club announces Sunday afternoon gatherings beginning next Sunday from 4 to 7 pm at the club rooms with light refreshments and entertainment. Miss Bessie Callender will lead a dancing class Thursday at 8 pm. Carl Shook will lecture on Parliamentary Law on the first and third Monday evenings.

Carl Shook Beers del Rhib

Back and kidney health claimed by tonic potion

An ad describes a drastic remedy for back and kidney distress claiming that whey acid and various herbs purify the kidneys. It urges taking a tablespoon of a solution before breakfast to restore kidney function and promises dramatic relief, including improved bladder and urinary comfort.

Lihia Tien Nia Jeidneys Amd Weiner Fis Venti Gardens Ackvorkscrien ENE Wiehig

Florida Honeymoon for Bridal Couple

A quiet wedding at Washington Park M.D. parsonage united Miss Baby Banks and Mr. Short in a ceremony led by Dr George Wort. The couple, both connected to local families, planning a honeymoon to an island retreat and wintering in Florida.

Baby Banks Charles Bush Witlser Steatforg Waington Avenue Washingto Park M.D. Parsonace George Wort Figsida Short

Unusual Prizes Given at Y. D. Whist Party

Unusual prizes were awarded at a whist party hosted last evening by members of the Women’s Auxiliary at the local club. prize items included a mix of domestic wares and novelty goods, attracting lively bidding and friendly competition among attendees.

Y. D Vogelables Wrocerips Elites Lomenade Dracy Tow Fenex Eft Lowell Fe Wits Wormen Ausili CO. A Wibernian Tal

Alumnae Nurses Fund Dance for Free Bed Appeal

Alumnae nurses held a dance to raise funds for a free bed initiative at the senior hospital. Mrs J d Alheony chaired the event with Missy Thainay Agnes Gustathon and Mise Muttine Ghia among organizers. Several supporters pledged contributions and a few attendees offered small sums to back the appeal.

Tie Erenina J. dAlheony Missy Thainay Agnes Gustathon Mise Muttine Ghia

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Armistice Day Observed At W C T U Meeting

Armistice Day planned at the Women's Christian Temperance Union features a program on "Lessons Humanity" with Miss Wlackford speaking, Lay Voorhees reciting "Gond Gianders Pies," and a silent tribute by boys. Donald McQuewit, Wes sibjees, shares "Gow ty Soritare during Peace" as the event concludes with "Amerion the Brayt."

Christaintemperance Union Neadyiae Wlackford Lay Voorhees Kaski Donald McQuewit Vak Wes Sibjees Gow Amerion

Huntington Road Assoc Meets This Afternoon

Huntington Road Association holds a meeting this afternoon to discuss health program details, library card access, and community activities. Frederick Monrou card appears in notes, with plans for the library branch becoming active and ongoing civic projects.

Huntington Road Assoc Iffs Frederick Mlonrue Tlontington Road Balioel Easiy Elhalit

Calypso pattern textiles arrive at Read's Bridgeport store

On Armistice Day operations pause briefly and a Read's Linen Department introduces the Calypso design copied from Lotyre Galleries. The collection features centerpieces, doilies, scarfs, oblongs, Milanese silks and flounces with rainbow hues, priced from 85 cents to 25 dollars and showcasing Italian-inspired motifs and hand threading.

Lotyre America Read's Bridgeport

Duvetyn and Velvet Millinery by Lyons and Paine

Duvetyn hats feature small turban shapes with upturned braids and simple trimming suited for tasteful wear. Velvet hats in bold shades such as purple and jade include hand embroidery, feather accents, and distinctive crowns, priced around 7.90.

Duvetyn, Lyons and Paine

New China Dinner Sets Feature Porcelain Aids and Low Prices

A catalog notes American porcelain sets with pink rose borders, blue accents, and gold edges. Prices span from $37 for a 100 piece American porcelain set to higher for French china and ornate designs, with multiple borders and coin gilt handles.

China

Book Ads Highlight Humorous Ring Lardner Tales

A catalog of current books with pricing includes Stringer Nightfall at $2.00, Ring Lardner The Big Town at $1.75 praised as human and humorous, and Dumas The Three Musketeers at $1.00. Main floor display features Beacon label editions in navy, Peking blue, lavender and gray with satin trimmed collars and cuffs.

Fleeced Underwear for Children and Youths

Advertises children's and youths undergarments in sizes 2 to 16 years with AL sizes up to 16 years, priced 50 cents to 85 cents for basics, and 1.15 to 1.65 for union suits. Girls and boys ranges shown, including long sleeve ankle and knee lengths, with prices by size. Main flaon

Styles in Neckties for Men Open End Four in Hands

Remarkable gathers of neckties priced from 50 cents to 2 dollars feature reversible Cheney tubulars without lining, paneled stripes, Jacquards and Bengalines. Knits offered at 75 cents and one dollar, with strong fibers and shape retention on main floors.

Thursday Specials In the Tea Room

A tea room advertises Thursday specials featuring Scotch ham with cream gravy and accompanying dishes. The notice highlights a limited menu option for patrons seeking a classic plated meal in a refined setting.

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