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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Oct 01, 1923
Page
12
A fragment describes tumblers balancing on a table, returning to upright position after being knocked. The passages mention Thatta drinking and fair play with the glassware, noting their perfect balance and resilience.
Bridgeport Business and Profession branch members outline October events. Weekly Saturday food sale at 11 30 open house 3 to 7. October 9 dinner and business meeting at 12 30 and 7 19 Mah Jong. October 19 dinner at 6 10 with Rev de Crath speaking. Board of Governors to meet at 7 and supper by BL Suntedas. Special chicken dinner at city hall 3 to 7. Sewing Friday nights and social dancing led by Miss Te Calon.
The Bridgeport Art League announces the opening of its second season with a reception on October 18 from 3 to 6 at the club house on Clinton Avenue. President Mrs. Samuel Gledhill and the executive board will greet members and friends. The program includes lectures by notable speakers, lectures, demonstrations, and a 19 lesson course in crafts, woodwork, ceramics, and more.
Mrs. F. B. Hinderer and Mrs. C S Hinderer hosted a surprise shower Saturday at 168 Fairview Avenue Gy honor of Miss Gladys Hinderer soon to wed W J Rentsbeear October 28 A lavender and salmon motif graced the decor. Guests included Miss Helen Neidermuir Miss Mary Neidermuir Miss Ren a Deck Mrs W McGovern Miss Lois McGovern Mrs G I Black Mrs HE Malcolm Miss Dorothy Grohe Miss Emily Speidel Miss Frie Atwater Mrs F W Betz of Low Haven Mrs J Speidel Mrs OW Hubbard Mrs Karkutt Mrs W Davidson Mrs E Libby and Mrs J Hinderer.
Pennsylvania remains the leading state with 1,253,000 members and assets of 624000 dollars across associations, about 20 percent of totals. Ghigo follows with over Lagmillon maits, while New Jersey, Massachusetts, and New York trail. The housing shortage worsens in major cities, but association help for home builders mitigates impacts.
An advertisement claims combing cannot remove dandruff and recommends dissolving a solution in the hair to treat the scalp. It asserts applying a preparation nightly will dissolve dandruff by morning, stop itching, and leave hair fluffy and glossy. The product, described as liquid driven, is advertised as available at generic stores.
Postponed Associated Charities meeting and a string of society notices. Visitors Leslie Worman of Manchester sails soon via the S S Sandon Hall en route to Denmark and China. Mrs Garry Monahan and daughter Gertrude visit Mrs John Gronin in Philadelphia. Jamaica, Long Island plans for Mrs Henry Mitchell. Florence Tomlinson to marry Joseph Gastry of Patchogue. Esther Bilton and others noted at 620 Clinton Avenue. Mary Shliman Jo A Ru chapter to meet. social hosts J K Darragh entertainments. a Jennie Villano wedding to Michael Cucina at Mount Vernon church with reception in Germantown Hall. Farewell party for Thomas Whitely in Boston Avenue. Elizabeth Kimmertin and Mrs Wilhelmine Jackel recent guests at Atlantic City. Phi Beta Alpha meeting at Willow Street for October 11 supper plans. Sophie Trevor’s daughter Sophie to wed Bash McKnight. Christchurch ceremony. Bridgeport Jewish Women's Council meeting postponed for holiday. Universalist Women’s Club lunch at Church and Fairfield Avenue. Mrs Kenneth Weeks plans antique shop opening in Fairfield. Frances Baker returns to Elmira College. Ida Goldstein rests post operation at Vincent’s Hospital.
Miss Susanne A Westbrook new secretary at the Industrial Service Center will head the Open House at the YWCA center October 2 to 7 with an assisting committee named. Activities include receptions, moving pictures, vaudeville, music, class registration, a banquet, singing and stunts. Open house Sundays 3 to 6 with music and community singing. Various gym and craft classes listed. reservations requested by Wednesday noon.
A surprise shower hosted at Miss Laura LaBresque’s home celebrated Ceclia Proulp’s upcoming marriage to Philip J. Thompson. Guests included Miss Agnes Thibault Mrs Joseph LaBrecque Miss Mary McGuire and many relatives with dancing and refreshments.
A welcome home party honored Mr and Mrs Patrick Marina who recently returned from a wedding trip. More than 100 guests attended the pink and blue decorated home banquet followed by music and dancing. Miss Marguerite Paolletto entertained with vocal selections. The couple will reside at 609 Winfield Avenue.
A social note records a miscellaneous shower for Miss Gertrude Minster at a home on a recent date. Guests included Miss Bertha Levin Miss Pearl Minster and Miss Selen Friedman among others. The write up mentions health concerns regarding appendicitis perforation affecting someone.
A notice offering to mail a pattern for 15 cents with stamps or coin. Readers are urged to write to Pattern Department Bridgeport Telegram and to call Faroum 6100 if the pattern is not received within five days.
More than 200 members and guests attended the 25th anniversary celebration in Stratford. Yacht ing swimming and field races and diving exhibitions highlighted the afternoon while talks by Waterway League of America officials framed the event. R. H. Hunter presented prizes after racing and fire events.
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