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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Oct 10, 1925
Page
3
Rain slowed first day house to house canvassing for Red Cross membership. Quota Club members aided, reporting strong effort and 100 percent member turnout in assigned territory. Today enrollment continues with pamphlets distributed to churches as rectors urge value of the Red Cross.
Two women and a child were taken to St Vincent’s hospital Friday night after mushroom poisoning. Carmella De Belesi and Antoinette DeCaro with a two year old girl Marie Taudalell, all from Sydney street, had been picking mushrooms in the country and prepared a meal without judging edible varieties. They were rushed to hospital in a private car after treatment began, with De Belesi suffering severe pains but conditions reported as improving.
Bridgeport Art League presents a Hutchens exhibit with 53 works. The Lodgeport display features Moonlight and a varied range from domestic scenes to a multihued St Tropes profile. Hours extend Tuesday and Friday evenings and Sunday afternoons through October 19.
The Engineer Institute held a mass meeting at Central High School to launch its 1929-1926 season evening classes. About 73 students enrolled for the courses conducted by 12 instructors from city industries and Sheffield Institute, with T. Keating outlining registration and course content and W R Webster stressing industry commitment and the profession’s broader aims.
Supreme and Superior court judges postponed consideration of charges against State Attorney Alling of New Slaven. The matter, brought by New Haven women, will be taken up at a future meeting called by Chief Justice George W Wheeler. No date was set.
Gloria Bishop reportedly sought divorce from Henry A Bishop Jr and sailed for France amid tabloid stories. His parents declined comment while noting their son remains in Maine. Gloria was not listed with an infant on the Majestic passenger list, fueling questions about her travel and residence plans in Paris.
The general convention of the church announced a raised fund to wipe out a large debt. Subscriptions totaling $758 with interest were pledged to support the church's finances and help restore its financial stability.
In Lewisburg Pennsylvania the body of Charaty Mathewson, famed Bucknell graduate and professional baseball figure known as Big Six, arrives from Saranac Lake. Funeral services will be simple at 3:30 pm at his mother in law’s home, with interment at Turusbury cemetery. Bucknell student body and local organizations escort the procession. dozens of dignitaries attend.
Aduor received yesterday from the Registry of Motor Vehicles in Hartford states that the Stamford branch office will not reopen for an indefinite period pending completion of repairs and remodeling of the attic chosen on Avanti Street. When the office does reopen it will be under supervisor Walter Chapman of the bridgeport quarters. It is estimated the Stamford registry will relieve congestion at the oral branch and serve one tenth of the population area of the state. The date between location will be opened nothing and patified carept tat it will bin tine.
A New York actress obtained a divorce from renowned songwriter and composer Conrad Dober known as Con Conrad in a Supreme Court proceeding. The case details indicate a formal dissolution of marriage with no additional filed allegations disclosed.
Splendid showing ready for selection Saturday. Quality and color rich. Footwear designs priced 50c to 2.50. Children's union suits sizes 2 to 1 years. Boys' grey union suits 1 and 1.25. Warm flannelette gowns 1. Assorted striped flannelette fabrics. V neck or collared options. Hemstitched trims. Second type.
A lively ad highlights gloria silk umbrellas priced at 2.75 with strong steel frames, satin borders in red blue or purple, and club handles. The copy promises high quality and a striking finish with silky loops and a bright fluor cent accent.
A bright display on the second floor showcases new girls coats priced at 15 dollars. Most coats are collared and heavily trimmed with sturdy lining, available in sizes for ages six to ten.
All linen handkerchiefs 29 cents each. Special lot with embroidered covers in subdue colors and white with colored stripes also 29 cents. Handkerchiefs offered to sell for 28 cents during special, while quantity lasts. Wholesale by the dozen for gifts. Main Street shop.
Inside the Ames store a parade of Howland overcoats appears in new browns greys and blues with sturdy fabric and comfortable cut. Emerson hats in bold winter shades extend the stylish pairing options priced at 3 dollars 50 cents. Main Moor rear.
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