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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Oct 02, 1924

Page

13

Sunday School Rally Reveals Longest Attendance Records

At First Methodist church a Sunday school rally showcased remarkable longevity among members. Mrs. G B Hawley holds the longest record at 76 years, followed by others with 50 60 and 70 plus years of membership. A procession entered the church as part of the day’s program.

First Methodist Church G. B. Hawley Ralph I. Munson Ijirat Methodist Burday School First M. E Eadie Davis Anne Lyons G .B. Whitehead G S. Hawey Nellie ‘Kershaw Orville Rector Charlotte Plumb Eleanor A Church Annie M. Church A. Hawley Church Charles Wilson Emily Athorne E A. Disbrow Louise Bouton Wills Scholl Bh. Plumb Canton Strang H. Thomas J. W. Horton S. M. Benjamin Harret Roy Wheeler Duane E Brewer Mary Hanford Duane E. Brewer Mary BE. Keep E. Sylvester Smith W. B. Spencer Maxwell Griffit Fred Bouton G B. Hawley G. 8. Hawley Eliot Plumb Hattie Whee Er F. Ell Elizabeth Kerr Benjamin Orville Alfred West L B Matthias E. Debroy Laura Wray Hlorda F. , Plumb F Plumb Chares Lee J. H Wade Mise Ellen Morgan Col. J.head Clinton Strang Marion Lewis C. A. Lounsbury G. B Hawley

Fairfield County Women Voters Discuss Budget Meeting

The Fairfield County League of Women Voters held its regular meeting and luncheon at Stratfield with many members present. The group reviewed the Connecticut league budget and the $4,700 county quota, heard from Miss Louise M. Griffith on the National budget, and noted that most funds are available with the remainder to be raised before the November annual meeting. Helen M. Rocca of the National League described government procedure from bill introduction to passage.

Fairfield County League of Women Voters Stratfield Connecticut League Fairfield County Louise M. Griffith Katherine Ludington Samuel C. Shaw Redding Fairfield County League Emerson Newell Greenwich Newell Misa Helen M. Rocca National League of Women Voters

Married 14 Years Seek Annulment in Superior Court

Pearl Beacom Smith of Danbury petitions for annulment of her 14 year marriage to David Smith on unusual statutory grounds. Sarah Rosenthal Frankel of Ridgefield seeks a divorce from Charles Frankel of Norwalk for desertion on August 1, 1921. they were married March 1906.

Superior Pearl Beacom Smith Danbury David Smith Sarah Rosenthal Frankel Ridgefield Charles Frankel Norwalk

Louis Demko Birthday Party Reported

Mr and Mrs Joseph Demko of 29 Waldorf avenue hosted a luncheon party for their son Louis marking his sixth birthday. Guests included Rose Yukas Helen Demko Margaret Paoska Jennie Demko Margaret Kerekes Elizabeth Petro Betty Kovans Peggy Ecsady and many others.

Joseph Demko Waldorf Avenue Louis Rose Yukas Helen Demko Margaret Paoska Jennie Demko Margaret Kerekes Elizabeth Petro Betty Kovans Peggy Ecsady Ethel Korcsma Margaret Blossom Bilizabeth Ssernei Helen Bogdanyi Goldie Marton Ethel Kolecar

Frances May Weds J Harold Keating in St Marys Church

Miss Frances May of Barnum Avenue and J Harold Keating of Stillman Street were married yesterday at St Marys Church. Rev Father Foley officiated. The bride wore hage faille silk and a matching hat with a bouquet of sweetheart roses and orchids. Best man was Martin Keating, and bridesmaid Miss Jule Dorn wore dark blue canton crepe. A wedding breakfast followed at the bride’s aunt 434 Barnum Avenue. The couple plans trips to New York and Washington DC before settling on Boston Avenue. The bride has worked for Bryant Electric. the groom for Singer Manufacturing.

Frances May Barnum Avenue J. Harold Keating Stillman Street St. Mary’s Church Father Foley Jule Dorn New York City Martin Keating

Letters of Natalie Dean Evelyn: Social dances at Stratfield Hotel

Abridged notes describe Stratfield Hotel after remodeling hosting a social program led by Ruth Topeing Beers. Guest columnist recounts dancing nights with Sneidel's orchestra starting October 18, and includes recollections of laundry service, fashion shopping, and family life at the beach cottage, plus local commerce and bread brand praise.

Dean Evelyn Mra Ruth Topeing Bridgeport Neghing Sneidel Tom Tate Sincay West Tranford

Miss Schoenberger to Wed H G Lockhart in Fall Ceremony

Miss Alice Mary Schoenberger daughter of William Schoenberger will marry Harold Galen Lockhart of Roasmoyne Pa at Summerfield church on Wednesday evening October 8 at 6 30 o'clock. Rev Harold Clemans will conduct the ceremony with Miss Hall organist. The couple will reside at 761 Seaview avenue after their wedding and take a motor trip through Pennsylvania. Miss Schoenberger has been connected with D M Read company. Mr Lockhart works for Bridgeport Gas company.

Alice Mary Schoenberger William Schoenberger Seaview Avenue Harold Galen Lockhart Roasmoyne Summerfield Harold Clemans Miss Hall Miss Schoenberger Migs Degse Schoenberger Robert Schoenberger

Reconciliation Near Between Mayor and General Butler

Philadelphia October report says Mayor Kendrick expects reconciliation with General Smedley Butler director of Public Safety after three months of impasse. Butler, convalescing from a cold, reaffirms law enforcement policy and keeping police out of politics, pledging continued cooperation when physically able.

Philadelphia Smedley D Butler Public Safety W. Freeland Kendrick Butler

Clothing Needed at Bridgeport Christian Union Salvage

Cold weather drives demand for worn but usable clothes at Bridgeport Christian Union salvage department. Rev. Charles Simpson urges Bridgeport residents to donate any serviceable garments, especially winter wear, for renovation and distribution to the needy.

Christian Union Bridgeport Christian Union Charles Simpson Bridgeport Chiistan Union

Edelmann's Signature Mirrors La Follette Petition

City Treasurer Otto K Edelmann faced questions after handwriting on a La Follette Wheeler petition appeared like his signature. Edelmann refused to comment saying I have nothing to say. City hall buzzed over reported Republican bolting by Brookhart and Edelmann.

Otto K Edelmann O. K. Edelmann Bridgeport Conn la Follette-Wheeler Progressive Party Edelmann Senator Brookhart

Knights of Pythias Plan Boston Trip

Bridgeport Lodge members meet at Castile hall to hear the committee report on the Boston trip for the October 18 celebration. The event honors John Ballantyne of Massachusetts for two years as Supreme Chancellor. About 50 members plan to attend.

Enirh's Pythias Castile Hall Bridgeport Lodge Boston John Ballantyne Massachusets Galing

There. But Where The Boss Questions The New Suit Fit

The boss challenges the salesman about the fit of a new suit, muttering threats and disbelief as he eyes the expensive garment. A clipped exchange hints at tension and possible dispute over fitting and pricing.

Forbes Magasin

WTAL Statistics Berths and Marriages Listing

A denormalized elderly clipping lists birth notices in September for several couples with addresses on Howard and Connecticut avenues and Rogswick, plus multiple marriage notices including Robert J Quinn and Eva Noble, Raymond L Skinner and Ruth E Judd, and Berbert Axman with Ruth E Judd. The fragmentary text names dates, streets, and names without complete context.

Robert J Quinn Lva Noble Raymond L Skinner Harriet Street Paarl BR Crowther Berhan Avenue Berbert Axman Franklin Street Ruth E. Judd Palsade Avenue Tyan

Velvet Hats and Fur Trimmed Coats at Velvet Hats

Velvet Hats showcases fur trimmed coats in Bolivia and Fawn silk lined designs with beaver sealine grey squirrel and mink to confer elegance. Also features silk skirts and bright tunics with novelty crepes, peacock feather trims in hats, and fall stockings at described prices.

Bobbed Hair Nets Attract Bargain On Main Floor

Advertisement touts bobbed hair nets priced at 2 for 25 cents. Nets are described as cap shaped and suited to girlish bobbed hair, with single or double mesh options and a claim that they really fit. Sale pushed as on the main floor.

Heavy Linen Thread For Winter Garments And Frocks

Brisk fall days prompt housewives to fetch heavy winter garments from storage and sew loose buttons with strong linen thread. 100 yd spools No 25 50 in black or white available, with subtle color touches in satin frocks and exclusive Parisian inspired models shown in autumn fashions.

New Imported Kid Gloves with Novelty Cuffs

Fashioned of soft imported kid the gloves feature scalloped ruffles and fancy cut-out cuffs in black white and shaded effects. Colors include beaver brown black grey and mad. Many styles and prices from 3.50 to 4.75 on main floor.

Mallinson

Formality A New I Miller Creation Shoes for Women

Smartly dressed women favor Miller shoes for foot fashion. Miller designers are ahead of others, the shoes imported direct from Paris. The particularly smart models shown are black satin or patent leather and have just arrived priced at 13.50 dollars.

Miller Shoes Paris

Men Health and Comfort Wool Underwear Ad

The warning notes wool undergarments as healthier for cold weather. It claims cotton offers less protection against sudden temperature changes and colds. Carter's Union Suits for men come in several styles with wool mixtures available from about four dollars.

Carter's Union

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Louis Demko Natalie M. Reid's Mother New York Alges Heth Fonnie Formidrus New Axe New England Derek and Stevens Dave H. G. Lockhart Newfield Branch Yheresa’ Cella Newfield Bridgeport Public Library Lafollette Treasurer Knights OF Pythias WTAL James and Fallan Thiscoll Fred Evelyn Guue Howard Avenue I Frank Margaret Lawson Connecticut Avenue Mary Frchals Rogswick Avenue Alexander and Birt Sasa Andover Street Che D.D Read Bolivia I. Miller Dr. Lersch The Physical Culture Corporation
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