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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Nov 16, 1920

Page

15

Voters rally for proposed bill at national conference

A nonpartisan women's league conference in Bridgeport promotes a proposed national owner bill to protect maternity and infancy through education. Speakers include Maude Food Park of Boston and Mary Garrett Ray, highlighting efforts across 40 states. Garment donations for hospitalized children are organized by local volunteers. A Fork Street church service will feature new hymnals with talks by John S. Wooster and Dr. Gerald HH on worship and song.

Zagne Ats Cour Maude T ‘He Fork Street John S. Wooster Must Gerld HH Beard Rich ‘Laren Clarence R. Hall

Delightful Hair Wash Makes Shampoo From Vox

A home remedy claims to create a two cup shampoo from vox and a teaspoonful dissolved in hot water. The mix is applied to the scalp and hair, rinsed, then towel dried, leaving hair with luster and softness.

First Bridgeport Beethoven Concert Honors Great Composer

Arthur Meas will conduct the Bridgeport Oratorio Society in the high school auditorium next Tuesday for a Beethoven anniversary concert. The program includes The Glory of God in Nature, a choral piece praised for its simple melody and vast grandeur, aiming to elevate and purify musical expression.

de Arthur Meas Bridgeport Oratoria Society Beethoven Sridgeport Hug Sogsao Weman Ludwig van Beethoven Ghova Bridgeport Besthaven

Shelton School Teachers Plan Food Sale

Teachers and pupils at Shelton school on Wheeler avenue organize a food sale for the school fund in the assembly hall on Wednesday at 2 20 pm. Parents friends and neighbors are invited to attend. The sale committee includes Miss Anna B Connelly Miss Mary A Gleeson Mrs Ida Jones and several others.

Shelton School Wheeler Avenue Assembly Hall Wade Anna B. Connelly Mary A. Gleeson Ida Jones Helen Carroll Hattie Ballou Ruth Ross Carrie Matthewson Margaret Miller Margrette Weed

Baker and Swezey couple wed at First M E Church

Announcement of the wedding of Mrs. May Swezey and Herbert Baker held Thursday at the First Methodist Church. A reception followed at the bride’s sister Mrs. Fred Illsley’s home on Konsuth Street. After a honeymoon to Washington, they will reside at 78 Adame Street.

May Swezey Herbert Baker M. E. Church Fred Illsley Konsuth Street Washington Friendship Club Fred Calhoun Stratford Nathaniel W. Bishop Park Place Watkins Glen New Podk

Halo on ladies faces destroyed by electric needle process

Advertises permanent cosmetic services including removal of blemishes and wart treatment. Claims 32 years in Bridgeport with a office at Nat Bank Building Connecticut. Contact details list room 00 and telephone B2008.

Bwuzablth Bridgeport Conn Nat Bank Tel Main St Wall St

Minstrel Show Planned by Men's League on Nov 22

The Men's League of the Church of the Blessed Sacrament will present a minstrel show at Colonial Hall on Monday night November 22. Rehearsals occur several times weekly as city talent is secured. M. J. Grattan directs. John McDonough is interlocutor. End men are James Maney Leon Gully Joseph Cronin and Thomas Nash. Soloists include James Keenan Raymond Mange James Gormley William Keenan Jerry Wiely George Benham Joseph Clabby George Rajotte and John McDonough. A 30 voice chorus backs the performances.

Church of the Blessed Sacrament Colonial Hall M. J. Grattan John McDonough James Maney Leon Gully Joseph Cronin Thomas Nash James Keenan Raymond Mange James Gormley William Keenan Jerry Wiely George Benham Joseph Clabby George Rajotte

Mary Beardsley Society to Hold Annual Fair

The Mary Beardsley society of Olivet church will hold their annual fair and gate in the church rooms on Friday. Mrs C Blackman, president, has charge of activities. Several tables include fancy articles, food, candy, aprons, and music with dancing planned for the evening.

Mary Beardsley Society of Olivet Church C. Black Man C. Blackman Ernest Richards Ernest Dana Margaret Niles Charles Ambler Howard Griswold Harry Howard H. Crowell Hoderly

Local clubs plan events and meetings this week

Notes show multiple groups arranging meetings and socials from Thursday through December. The Needlework guild asks submissions by Tuesday. the annual mounting at Ghriat church Thursday. Hebrew Ladies Society masquerade November 25. several neighborhood clubs host dances, harvest parties, and card events. Distinguished attendees include Mrs. J Davidson and Mrs. Nathaniel W. Bishop. locations include Madison Avenue, State Street, Park Avenue, and Clinton Avenue venues.

Hebrew Ladies’ Ma Society Haytes ™ Hall Madison Avenue J. Davidson Mra. J. Bomneen T. Lane Ls. Levin F. Soldman B. Glass

Welcome Head of Woman's College Event Highlights

The college club hosts a gathering at the president Mrs Henry Hincks home Thursday evening featuring Dr Benjamin Tinkham Marshall. Miss Lona Sheldon leads the organizing committee as Connecticut College celebrates its growth since opening in 1915 and its evolving program for women.

Te College Club Henry WW. ‘Hincks Washington Svermic Benjamin Tinkham ‘Marshall New London Lona Sheldon Connecticnt College

Rector's Chapter Holiday Bazaar at St George's Church

Rector's Guild hosts a two-session holiday bazaar at St George's Church on Brooklawn Avenue with a fancy table run by Frani Slosson and a large volunteer list. A tea room, grab bag, and children's toy table are highlighted, plus hostesses for the day and multiple committees. The article also describes broader notes on women’s involvement in activity and a college’s liberal arts emphasis and student self-government.

Rector's Guild St. George's Church Charles H. Armstrong Brooklawn Avenue Frani Slosson Grace Moody William Phelps Larl Lemon William, Wheeler Frank V. Burton Richard Staples Edward B. Caldwell Frank Birch G. Windsor M. Stileen Bailey M. Clarke McHasmer Myre. D. Lege K. Richter Charles Graesser Charles Smith Lilian Turpin Lillian French Charles Armetroy Russell’ Cate Henry Kelley

Natalie letters mention Mukerji lecture in Bridgeport

The Bridgeport Art League plans a 2 o'clock lecture by Dhan Gopal Mukerji on Canton Avenue. Readers recall his engaging talk to the Business and Professional Women's Club last year and anticipate his return with India Yesterday and Today.

Wear Evelyn Bridgeport Art League Dhan Gopal Mukerji Canton Avenue Teshall Ameries Mukeril Stratford-on-Avot Anne Harkeway Beardaley Park Columbus University

Elegant Satin and Wool Dresses in Rich Winter Styles

A catalog of brown navy or black satin dresses with over blouses and long girdles, featuring straw or wool roses, jet bugles, and grape pendants. Black satin frocks for day or evening with distinctive medallions, plus wool tricotines, leather straps, velours, and tasselled trimmings. One of a kind items, inviting try ons and careful inspection.

Special Sale Madras Textiles and Ties Offer

A broad and narrow striped Madras fabric of excellent quality offered in a wide color range. Width 36 inches, 45 cents for Tuesday. Men's ties feature a choice selection with figures, plaids, stripes and plain colors in open-end styles at 79 cents.

Madras

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