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Newspaper
Bridgeport Times
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Dec 14, 1921
Page
8
A Christmas shopping guide lists blanket bathrobes in dark and light cloths from 6.50, Jap quilted robes at 25.75, boudoir caps under 1, and satin slippers 2.75. It also notes felt slippers, wool gauntlets, camisoles, beaded necklaces from France, silk vests, nainsook chemises, and fur sets with prices ranging from 1.50 to 29.50 for various garments and novelties.
A stylish fur trimmed coat offers a luxurious gift option for women seeking a warm, elegant outer layer. Rich materials and deep fur collars elevate the look, with Rambler plaid-back coats priced at $39.50 and $49.50 and the main coat at $65.
Knit Pettibockers offered at 1.79 dollars feature good weight and quality. They are worn as a substitute for a petti coat with elastic at the waist and knee to form a band, available in navy black green brown.
Silk Petticoats offered at 4.50 and 5.90 with taffetas jerseys and messalines in plain colors and changeable effects. The label promises quality and exclusiveness, underscoring fashion suitability and value.
The Plaza theatre presents R A Walh eight act First National Attraction The Oath with Miriam Cooper Conday Tearle and Anna Q Nilsson in its final show day alongside a big vaudeville bill Also featured is William B DeMille's Paramount special After the Show with Jack Tinol and Tila Loew Isobel or Tr fyni's End is shown at Empire with Isobel northern blue flower tale and House Peters Jane Novak in Isobel The Common Law announced for Lyric next week at the West End wedding scene at Midwieht Bell featured at West End theatre plus community notices
A letter from Dr. RB Newman claims a licensed physician can tailor a weight loss treatment without diet or exercise. It promises noninvasive methods producing rapid weight loss with no payment until reduction occurs. The ad asserts relief from fatigue, breathlessness, and various ailments tied to obesity and invites readers to request a free trial.
The Empire theatre in Bridgeport will present the New York sensation What Do Men Want for one week. The Lyric theatre in New York previously ran it with a $2 admission and crowded the box office on several occasions. Exact show dates will be announced in The Time.
A reader questions prevention of a double chin and facial aging with gradual weight loss ice massage and chin exercises. An unhappy spouse situation is advised to pursue calm partnership and clear discussion, with missing friend support addressed through practical steps.
Park Review notes Hello 1822 burlesque at Park Theatre with Scotty Freidell and Bernard Gorcey as highlights. Four Teading women plus the Snappy Trio provide entertainment amid a generally improved show over last week. Franz Marie Texas Teresa Adams Gertrude Babe Lavette Blanche Burnette and Don Trent feature in acts with rapid finishes and comic sketches.
Virginia Tracy argues the Queen of Sheba’s role in Solomon’s life blends history and Oriental legend. She notes East folklore praises Sheba beyond Cleopatra and Helen of Troy, and that the Songs of Solomon likely reflect Solomon’s deep emotional experience with Sheba after her visit.
Rehearsals are under way for a minstrel show and musical revue at Colonial hall Fairfield avenue Monday evening. The event supports the St. Patrick's church building fund. The Neary Brothers direct with the Moore Brothers and others providing comedy and singing talents including Julia Cook Theresa O'Brien Loretta Lynch Lena Owens Catherine Morrissey and Genevieve Schorn.
Miss Madelyn Farley and Miss Alice Petrofsky headline a program with a specialty dance by Miss Hdna Nich. The Blessed Sacrament quartet will perform and a chorus of about 50 voices will sing, adding to the big evening.
Danville Kentucky December 14 Bo McMillin Centre Colleges star quarterback yesterday accepted an offer to play for Centenary College Shreveport for three years at ten thousand dollars a year The contract covers the next season and secures his services at Centenary College for the term
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