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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Oct 08, 1923
Page
11
Bridgeport Oratorio Society received an invitation from Percy Grainger to register for a special concert at Carnegie Hall in New York City on April 20, 1924. The society plans to perform under Frank Kasschau with rehearsals each Monday evening and new chorus members joining.
Mr and Mrs A O Steinden of 4eS Willian Street hosted a party for daughter Tridan who turned thirteen. Games and music were enjoyed with violin solos by Archie Swindon Jr. Attendees included Lovins Dressler Powline, Catherine Jacoby, Eileen McKeon, Irene Stead, Wilma Sedlock, Ella Dressler, Vian Swindon, and Frank Swindon along with Jacoby and Awindon family members.
An anniversary service was held yesterday afternoon at the Christian Union on Main Street honoring C. EH. Allen who marked the ninth year with the union. Rev. Alexander Allsen Jr. of First Presbyterian opened with prayer and Allen spoke on Faith Hope and Charity.
Hay Hargrave and friends on a hunting trip in Canada. Mrs Walsh to host a whist and pinochle party in club rooms on Washington avenue for the Ladies auxiliary No 33 AOH with refreshments. The 10th District Republican caucus set for East Washington and Noble at 8. All Republican women urged to attend. Helen Duckson of Fairfield spent weekend with Boston relatives. Dr and Mrs George A Paige celebrate 85th wedding anniversary at home with family. G J Carlson of New York visiting Meetor’s Gulf Parish hosts a harvest supper Thursday at 6 in parish house. Marion Dillon of Stratfield road visiting Asbury Park friends. Mrs A J Bernard hosts Bridgeport Mothers Club card party Thursday afternoon at Business and Professional Women’s Club. Nichols PTA to meet Tuesday at 3:30 with business then social hour.
Fort Wayne Ind Oct 6 bankers seek declaration of government McCray as bankrupt filing in federal court through United States Commissioner T J Logan The Farmers Trust Company First National Bank and Citizens Trust Company all banks in the city filed the petition seeking relief against Governor War ren McCray who is involved in the case
The Mary Silliman chapter Daughters of the American Revolution resumes this afternoon at 2:90 in the Stratfield sun parlor. Stevens, regent, presides. new officers include Spargo, Sprague, Lyon, Stevens, Sternin, Lindsa rer, and Hatheway. Dr. Oscar Maurer will speak on Our Responsibility to the Constitution as viewed by a Lay man. A musical program is planned by Miss Mary L. Peck.
Detailed plans have been laid for the Bridgeport Girl Scout council event to be held tomorrow afternoon at Mrs. C. Nathaniel Worthen’s home. Scouts will assist in entertaining and selling nuts and candy. Proceeds go to establish permanent headquarters in Beers Parding, fund a paid executive, and support local council activities.
The steamship Rotterdam traveling from New York encountered a severe gale on the way to Plymouth. Tremendous seas lashed the decks. port holes remained closed for five days, yet no damage was reported.
Oklahoma's poet laureate Violet McDougal, appointed by Governor Watton, resides in Georgetown while collaborating with sister Mary Carmack McDougal on Wandering Wires. Born in Tennessee and educated across several states, she favors West imagery and will soon publish a book of verse.
The Bridgeport Telegram announces a pattern for a practical and good looking undergarment in sizes 16 to 44. Instructions include fabric options such as batiste and crepe de chine, yardage for 3 1 in. inches wide fabric, and price details with patterns mailed for 18 cents. If patterns do not arrive within five days, contact the Pattern Department.
A farewell reception and dance was held at the sister's home on Grand Street for Private William Butler of Washington. Music by an orchestra accompanied the event. Butler received many useful gifts. Attendees included Mr and Mrs Owen Herrington, Mr and Mrs Bergen, Mr and Mrs Loeven, Mr and Mrs Edward Riley, Edward Rawe, Miss Margaret and Miss Mary Bergen, Miss Alice and Miss Ruth Tarrington, Miss Margaret Conenanon, Edwin Bergen, Richard and Owen Harrington, Private lod Concannon, Miss Frances and Miss Anna Concannon.
Louis D. Ginand tenor soloist at Tilted church will sing at St. Pauls Episcopal Church this evening as part of the Evangelistic mission led by E. G. Mercer and J. Hi Hadley. Two services were held yesterday with Mercer discussing his calling and work. An old fashioned supper will follow Wednesday at 6:15 in the parish home, inviting all members and friends.
Pittsburgh detectives identified the headless body found in a Monongahela River bath house as 41 year old Charles McGregor II of Kittanning. Investigators admit no clues, tracing McGreger's movements since March to piece together the oriental mystery surrounding the death.
The senior service at St Johns Episcopal Church was held yesterday at 4 49 pm by the church choir with organist Alvin Brad and director Ralph Truesdale. The program featured psalms anthems hymns and a postlude, with a large attendance and noted variety.
The regular meeting of the Navntoges meld Tubercule association will be held on Wednesday at eight o'clock in the office of the Manufacturers' association. Eight new applications for assistance have been made by the association during September, certified by Bridgeport Erase Company, the BHOD, Canfield Company, Crawsford Laundry Company, Jennings Bros. Manufacturing Company, Berington Arms Company, Thomas F. Taylor Company, and the Bryant Electric Company. Two patients discharged from the osaniasis in much improved condition returned home. Sha BE. T. RB. A. is now assisting 55 employees or members of their immediate families, representing 28 concerns of this city.
Miss Ruth Huengerset and Miss Darla Raton hosted a joint birthday celebration at their South Park Avenue home on Saturday evening. Entertainment included yellow and white decor, yellow doll a dressings for the girls, candy filled toy cars for the boys, and gifts for both honorees. Attendees included Ruth and Esther Winthrop, Katherine Oppel, Lillian Henderson, Florence Dawson, and many others from surrounding towns.
Frank and Ballard, ex Fair field County commissioner, was presented with a silver service set by Attorney Jacob B. Kleh on behalf of friends at a lobster dinner hosted in the garden of Mgr. Ballard's home at 40 Beechmont Avenue. Guests included John H. HI, Henry Urewford, Charles Hoyt, Putlrfield county reminissioners, and numerous local residents.
George T. Elsworth has been endorsed for alderman by organizations and then Republicans in the First District. Delegates named include Frank M. Canfield first, Grace Cargill second, Howard I Bryant third.
Two women report relief from long term illnesses. Mrs H Avkins of Medina credits Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound for nerve troubles and general improvement. Mrs Nevis Dorey of Rochester says after twin birth she weakened but gained weight and feels sixteen again after using the product.
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