The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1912-12-14
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 An innovation in the way of whist parties was held Thursday evening by various members of St. Roses church in different districts of the town. The Misses Grove of Huntingtown en- tertained a, large party and five tables were occupied and the game enjoyed until Il o'clock. when the following score was announced: First ladies, Miss Eleanor McGrath of Bridgeport, picture; Miss Emma Osborne came the ladies' consolation fell to Miss Mora Keane. First gents, John Keane. thernometer; second gents, paper; gents consolation, Edward S. Pitzschler. Refreshments of coffee and delicious home made cake were served and a pleasant social hour en- joyed.
 ! Miss Annie Troy entertained an eight table party at Troy's Hotel, Sandy Hook After the game. mr-ic, happily enjoyed. The lucky prize winners were: First, Mrs. Frederick Lockwood, pair hand embroidered pil- low cases; second, Arthur J. Grove, tobacco jar; consolation, William Egan, Old Santa A fine time was reported by all present.
 Miss Marguerite Kilbride entertained a younger element party Of six tables. The young folks enjoyed the game, af- ter which they made merry with songs. recitattons, fancy dances, stor- 1es., etc, until a late hour, when they were loathe to leave their fun. Fine refreshments were served on a spe- cially arranged table in the dining room, consisting of sandwiches, cake. The following prizes were awarded: First, Miss Anna V. Keane, bon bon dish; second, Frank Kenny. gents arrniets; consolation, Miss Julia. Kill bride YJIfJa1er doll.
 MT. and Mrs. Homer Brown of New Haven have been guests of Mir. and Mrs. E. M. Peck.
 Mrs. P. W. Campbell was the guest of New Haven friends, Wednesday.
 At the annual meeting of Pootatuck Grange the following officers were Allison P. Smith; overseer, Wallace N- Mitchell; lecturer, Mrs. Emma D. Mitchell; steward, W. B. Glover; as- sistant steward, John J. Northrop; Miss Hattie M. Northrop; gatekeeper. Henry Hunt; lady assistant steward. Bessie M. N1chols; Ceres, Mrs. Henry Flora, Miss Elsie M. Gilbert; member of the executive committee for three years. W. B. Glover; pianist, Miss Hazel H. Smith.
 MT. and Mrs. B. L. Johnson leave next Wednesday morning for New York city, from which place they leave Wednesday evening for St.
 
 months with their son, Bishop F. F. Johnson, coadjutor bishop of Missouri. MT. and Mrs. Johnson will be missed by all and we join with the coTn- munity in extending to them bon voy- age, a healthy and happy so5ourn and a safe return. Mir. Johnson has re- gently passed the S0th milestone and is an example of brightness and cheer fitness
 Residents of the borough have been sore1y tried by the condition of the -4x.I- +I~0 odor is in a. rather bad condition. Consum CTS have been dissatisfied and impatient, but they will have to have more patience and reason, as no one is to blame for the present state of affairs. Recent superficial tests have shown a. water growth, but the water is being further tested by the State be employed by the directors of the Water Go. to better the present con dition, but it cannot be done at once. Bantam Lake. The capable engineer of the power house, William B. Glow er has worked hard and carefully, keping the reservoir in a perfectly dents have gone back to the old fash toned well for the past several weeks and others are having their old wells cleaned and brought into use The certainly most unpleasant, but is not conceded dangerous; however, the odor is enough to prevent anyone's using it, and more so after it has been heated. All sorts of oonjecturing has been going on but whether it smells like oil, fish, rose bugs or cucumbers. an ounce of prevention along with proper patience might be we'll ap- piled.
 Mrs. L. C. Morris is among the sick, and under the care of Dr. Gale
 Miss Margaret Honan of Merwfns- ville, Conn, has been the guest of Mir. and Mrs. Robert Cannon.
 Hiram Chapter, No. IS F. & A. M, held regular conversation Wednes day evening"
 The Children of Middle District are all ready for their entertainment at the Town Hall next Friday evening and hope to see all the parents and a large number of friends both young and old present. An entertaining program has been prepared and the tickets are being sold at 25 cents. Children under 12, 15 cents.
 A regular meeting of Jephthah Chapter, No 51 o. B. s. will be held Friday evening, when the annual election of officers will take place.
 Dr. Pierce Clark and family of New York have spent a few days in town.