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Newspaper

Bridgeport Times

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Oct 02, 1920

Page

7

On The Tip Of Fhe Tongue

Society notes and personal notices from Bridgeport area residents include engagements and weddings, moves, and visits. Among items Miss Pear Gelatly and Anton Raffaul plan late October nuptials. Mr and Mrs Stephen Oswald buy a Burnsford avenue home. several locals travel, host events, and attend performances.

Pear Gelally Whitney Avenue Anton Raffaul Miss Gelatly Bridgeport Hospital Stephen Oswald French Street Burnsford Avenue Ruth Hall Fred Hall Laurel Avenue Los Angeles Cal Helen Rollins

Chippendale and Sheraton in Furniture History

A compact look at Thomas Chippendale and George Hepplewhite Sheraton as influential designers. Chippendale rose as a London cabinet maker publishing The Gentleman and Cabinet Maker's Director in 1754. Sheraton, born 1751, followed with designs that gained respect but brought little financial reward.

Sheraton

Luncheon for Mrs Biltz Hosted by Mrs Doerner

Mrs Frank Doerner of 166 Morningside Drive hosted a fare well luncheon Wednesday for Mrs Charles F Biltz of Stillman Street who is moving to North Hartford. Guests included Mrs J Clarke Mrs A Curtis Mrs Norman Fletcher Mrs Vi Ashmore Mrs Charles F Hilix and Mrs Doerner. Autumn leaf place cards and a centerpiece of leaves decorated the table.

Frank Doerner Morningside Drive Charles F. Biltz Stillman Street Hartford Norman Flather J. Clarke A. Curtis Norman

When A Girl Marries continued and a visitor arrives

Jim Harrison lies hurt after an accident as Virginia and Anne clash over his care. Dr Kellogg prescribes rest and sedation while Virginia’s temper cools. Anthony Norreys arrives with a seeming favor to recruit Jim for a confidential post, testing Anne and Jim’s resolve amid family tensions.

Jim Virginia Dr. Kellogs Harrison Anne Picayune Cap Virginial

Glove Reveals Verdun Honor Shape in Aid Plan

Anthony Norreys explains a glove hides a wooden prosthesis and proposes a plan to hire a able bodied American as an aide to support the war effort. He discusses pride, duty, and releasing his assistant to help both countries. The two characters speak privately, trusting each other.

Betty Terry Jim Anthony Norreys Child Verdun England Virginia Mr. Norreys

Mexico debates three foreign free ports plan

Mexico City reports congressional debate over three proposed free ports at Puerto de Mexico Salina Cruz and Guaymas. The plan would allow duty free materials and processing then export with no duties, drawing opposition from Vera Cruz interests whiskey traders and anti graft critics who fear distortion of the economy and smuggling.

Louis P. Kirby International News Service Mexico City Mexico Mexican Congress Puerto de Mexico Gulf of Mexico Vera Cruz Salina Cruz Guaymas Sonora President de la Huerta United States Gulf of California de la Huerta du Ponts South America Orient

Advice to the Lovelorn and Silent Affairs

A young woman aged nineteen asks Miss Fairfax for guidance as she date a man three years older who is also involved with another girl. The adviser urges avoiding a forced dynamic, suggesting clearer boundaries and honesty rather than pressuring commitment. The page also discusses a seventeen year old in love with a man seven years older who remains engaged to another woman, emphasizing trust and understanding.

Miss Pairfax Ny Ace Miss Fairfax No Man's Land Liss

Miss Spencer to Wed in New York City

Mrs. Stephen Oswald hosted a miscellaneous shower for Miss Mary Spencer, bride elect to Harold Bristol of Stratford, with red white and gold decor from the Bridgeport hospital nurses class. Guests included Nellie Price Grace Raffles Madeline Barwin and Mary Spencer among others.

Stephen Oswald French Street Mary Spencer Harold Bristol Elm Street Stratford New York City Bridgeport Hospital Miss Spencer Little di Oswald Cupid Nellie Price T. McGoldrie Grace Raffles Josephina Shea Madeline Barwin J. Coughlan Pearl Gelatly Sarah McCann Helen St. John I. Campbell K. Hermince

Series of Teas Start Sunday at Community House

The first afternoon tea in a series will be held at St. Vincent's Community House on Sunday October 3 at 4 o'clock. Hostess Mrs Edward Fitzgerald will be assisted by Mrs W C Watson and a list of parish ladies. Rev M J Traynor will welcome St Mary's parishioners and explain the Community House work. A musical program is arranged by John Dial Joseph Clabby and Miss Mary Kelly. All women of St Mary's parish are invited.

St. Vincent's Community House Edward Fitzgerald W. C. Watson Mary Leonard O'Connor William Redden John Daskam James McGovern John Dial M. J. Traynor St. Mary's Church

Unique Recital Demonstrates Edison Voice Fidelity

A high school auditorium program by Miss Marie Tiffany and Chester Gaylord, presented under Alfred Fox Piano Co, showcased a New Edison record matching the artists’ singing voice. The audience could not detect any difference, praising the realism and noting no metallic ring or mechanical artifact.

Miss Marie Tiffany Chester Gaylord Alfred Fox Piano Co Edison Phonograph Co Edison

First Rally at Y W C A Last Night

The Y W C A held its first general rally at the Central building on Golden Hill street with Mrs A Eavery presiding. Mrs Lavery received thanks as her term ends. Miss Ethel Sterling will be installed as president. An engaging program featured Mrs E N Sperry on voting and Miss Clara Mallen with vocal selections. Plans and registration were discussed. classes begin next week.

Golden Hill Street A. Eavery Clara Mallen

Lydia E Pinkham Vegetable Compound Endorsed by Reader

A Vermont reader testimonial cites Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound aiding pregnancy and recovery with claims of safety and effectiveness. The note emphasizes its herbal roots and non narcotic composition and invites others to seek advice from the Pinkham company women reviewers.

Woodford, Vt Lydia E. Pinkham Jomx Star

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