Dr Grenfell Lectures At United Church In Labrador Aid
Crowds hear Dr. Winred T. Grenfell describe relief work in Labrador and Newfoundland. He seeks a 1.5 million endowment for the International Grenfell committee to fund medical social and estate work and six hospitals. Local treasurer Louis B. Powell named as Connecticut National Bank official.
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Far North
Winred T. Grenfell
United Church
Grenfell
Labrador
New Foundland
United States
International Grenfell Committee
Dr. Grenfell
Louis B. Powe
The
Connecticut National Bank
Adaptability and happiness through open mindedness
The piece argues fate may exist but real happiness comes from adaptability. It praises keeping an open mind, discarding prejudices, and making the best of what one has rather than clinging to fixed plans. It recounts a wife who abandoned strict ideas after marriage, choosing adaptability over idealism.
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Sera
Office Force to Enjoy Xmas Party at Black Rock Club
Harvey Hubbell Inc office employees plan their annual Christmas party next Tuesday at the Black Rock Country Club. A turkey dinner opens the evening, followed by a minstrel show directed by Edmund P. Dodge. After the performance, dancing will be led by an orchestra. committee in charge includes Miss Bertha Purdy and Miss Anna Ryburn.
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Harvey Hubbell, Inc
Black Rock Country Club
Edmund P. Dodge
Bertha Purdy
Anna Ryburn
Miss Simonton to Talk on African Life
Miss Ida V. Simonton, noted African explorer, will deliver the second illustrated lecture at the First Universalist church tomorrow evening titled Life and Customs of African Savages. She spent over ten years in Africa and will share images and stories of living among savages, followed by a question period. The public is invited. There are 79 men employed at Hillside home with 12 more signed up yesterday.
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Ida V. Simonton
First Universalist Church
Simonton
Africa
Simon Ton
Esterday
Formal Frock and Wraps Dominate Opening Opera Night
Fashion’s formal season opens with gowns needing wraps to protect and enhance the look. Ermine remains ideal, but white velvet, broadcloth, or fur blends like mole or caracal offer luxe alternatives. Slim silhouettes contrast with clever panel wraps by Worth and chiffon velvet drape adds seasonal charm.
Dissension Arose At Meeting In Hartford
Disorder marked a Republican women’s meeting in Hartford with Mrs. Samuel C. Prentice presiding and harsh exchanges. In Bridgeport, tugs over leadership pitted Mrs. W. F. Allen against Mrs. H. Willard Fleck amid absent officials and party tensions. An appeal for children’s treats and a separate immigration report delay also appear.
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Hartford
Republican Women's Party
Samuel C. Prentice
Joseph Alsop
Allen
Ellie N. Sperry
Eta
Fleck
Bridgeport
Bridgeport Women's Republican Organization
Sperry
Prentice
Final plans completed for charity ball at Stratfield hotel
At a noonday luncheon the Day Nursery committee finalized plans for a December 27 charity ball at the Stratfield hotel with Bolton's and Curiano's orchestra from New Haven to provide music. Marion Henshaw chairs the patronages committee and Eleanor Bartram oversees decorations and ball committee. Kiwanis club held a jubilation meeting at the Stratfield and voted $200 to the Hoover relief fund for children.
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Hall Home
Stratfield Hotel
Harvey Hubbell
Bolton
Curiano
New Haven
Marion Henshaw
Eleanor Bartram
Affar
W. H. Griffith
D. H. Warren
Hi. Sf. Deloss
D. H. Warner
Marzaret Neithercut
Alice Curtis
Henshaw
Sumner Simpson
D. J." Warner
Charles Wilmot
James T. Roche, Jr
I. LeVer Warner
Miller Buckingham
H. H. DeLoss
John Field
Lawrence Cornwall
Jonathan Grout
James Turner
Edward von Wetthers
Henry Kelley
Edwin Mayo
Seward ‘Price
Margaret Neithercut
Anna Swinnerton
Kiwanis “ Club
Hoover Relief Fund For Children
Oberlin Glee Club to Visit Stratford in Christmas Concert
Stratford hosts the Oberlin College Glee Club on Friday December 21 with a strong musical program. The touring ensemble covers roughly 3300 miles and about 30 concerts yearly. The Oberlin club, formed in 1880, is known for high standards and wholesome entertainment. In Stratford the program aims to delight locals and set a benchmark for college glee clubs. The city reports outbreaks of scarlet fever diphtheria tuberculosis whooping cough chicken pox pneumonia and influenza. Bridgeport post office awaits limited Pilgrim tercentenary postage stamps by request.
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Stratford
Tis Club
New England
New York
Pennsylvania
Washington, D. G
Oberlin Glee Club
Congregational Church
Glee Ub
Oberlin Club
When A Girl Marries Continues With Betty and Terry
Betty faces a wartime injury that may end her ability to use her right arm while plans for a joint wedding progress. The narrator fears the news could wreck happiness but resolves to protect Terry and Betty, deciding to reveal the truth only to those with a right to know. A moral struggle unfolds about secrecy, loyalty, and foreseen heartbreak.
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Betty
Terry
Cardinal Gibbons Prayers Sought Amid Health Outlook
Baltimore December 18 Cardinal Gibbons health update signed by Bishop Corrigan says he is under good medical care at the home of Robert T. Shi Union Mills. Condition varies hourly but officials hope for early recovery. Faithful are urged to pray daily. Cardinal had a restful day after indigestion and listened to papers. he reported a good night and felt better than in days since arriving at Union Mills.
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Baltimore
Cardinal Gibbons
B. Corrigan
Baltimore Catholic Review
Robert T. Shii
Union Mills
Union Mill
Women’s Club Novel Xmas Party Set at Sailer Home
Mrs William Sailer of Washington Avenue hosts the annual Christmas party for the Universalist church Women’s club on Tuesday afternoon. Mrs J H Brooks of Colorado Iacas leads the program with carol singing readings and surprises. Gifts will adorn the big tree and refreshments will be served. The club aims to outshine prior gatherings with an elaborate event for members.
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William Sailer
Washington Avenue
Women's Club
the Universalist Church
J. H. Brooks
Colorado
Iacas
Sailors to Give Waifs Christmas in Constantinople
New York reports United States Navy sailors stationed in Constantinople waters will bring Christmas cheer to 20,000 Armenian orphans. They will entertain 1,000 boys at the central bay orphanage, while Near East Relief arranged dinners with apple or orange desserts for other destitute children. Miss Helen Boyd spoke on social aspects of health nursing to welfare workers.
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United States
Nnvr
Constantinople
Helen Boyd
Nursing Corps
Health Department
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North Avenue
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Warfield Avenue
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Clinton Avenue
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Seaview Avenue
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