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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Sep 13, 1921
Page
10
A benefit shop opening drew many customers as volunteers and staff, led by Mrs Susmer Simpson, worked to keep racks stocked. Shoppers were described as pouring in despite crowded aisles, with donations of clothing, furniture, and housewares to support those in need.
Suburban Day is announced with merchants planning a city wide sale rally. The event aims to draw shoppers from over 20 miles radius with banners, rest rooms, and nursery facilities at State Street 207.
A Stratford social page lists a September luncheon and bridge at Doris Wheeler's home on Lafayette Street, birthday gatherings, lawn parties, and bridge events at local clubs. It notes residents leaving for California, Notre Dame studies, hospital visits, and a forthcoming sewing circle and garden party at various Union and Masonic venues.
The Parents Teachers Association of Bick Rack School will meet tomorrow afternoon at 2:20. Mrs T W Cutting, the board’s only woman member, will preside and outline PTA duties. Two musical numbers will be performed by Joseph Lereali, a graduate of the New England Conservatory, and a choral demonstration by Wes. members present.
Fragmentary OCR yields a terse street exchange about a penny shortfall. Two speakers argue over payment amid garbled phrases and stray terms. No clear names or events emerge due to text damage.
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