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The Washington herald., 1920-11-14

A quartet composed of Mrs. Mar
Sherier Bowie. soprano; Mrs. Will
lam T. Reed. alto; James X. Youne
tenor, and Fred Schaffer, bass, wit
George Wilson as accompanist, CAV
a program Nof solos and concerto
numbers at the grand visitation o
Lebanon Lodge, No. Z. held at Ma
sonic Temple on Friday.
The Washington herald., 1920-11-14
Mime. sylvia Leaves Grand Opera.

Nine. Marguerite Sylvia, who is
temporarily giving up her work In
the operatic world. states as her
reason that the field OF grand opera
is overerowded.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1920-07-10
HOUSEHOLD HINTS,


 When your furniture gets a little dull looking and feels sticky, sup> pose you try this. Pour a little bit of parafin on a rag and rub dry with a clean duster until every bit of the oil is removed. It will leave a nice pol ish.
 If you will rub the doors of your bookcase with a soft newspaper on which a little parafin has been sprinkled. and then rub we'll with another soft piece of paper with noth- ing on it, they will have an extra gloss. Don't forget that the insides of doors need the same treatment.
 Milk bottles are sometimes a little hard to get nice and clean. Before emptying the teapot, take out two or three spoonfuls of the wet tea leaves, put them into the bottle and add just a little cold water; put your hand over the mouth of the bottle and shake it well. Rinse. thoroughly with clear water. The tea leaves get off all that white looking deposit that makes the glass look dull.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1920-07-10
FACTS
 ABOUT BUTTONS

The invention of the button has made it possible to adapt the flowing robes of our forefathers to suit the development of present day require ments. What our costume may have lost in picturesqueness Is made up for by its compactness and utility, says writer in recent issue of Gas Logic. =
 While the present day modes for men are not beautiful, they are cer- tain1y very practical and it is only
 among people to whom speed is an
 indifferent quantity. who regret the
 invention of the little button.
 Men have prof1ted most by the in troduction of buttons. To 8, woman the button is merely an object to be used for trimming on a gown orspori suit, whereas the man is wholly de- pendent upon the button. SHe can. not use hooks, snap fasteners, rib. bons, or any of the other variations permitted to women.
 Buttons were first introduced 1T the latter part of the thirteenth cen ury,- and were used as ornaments During Queen Elizabeth's reign tht l first button industry was established Early in the nineteenth century thu c1oth-covered button: with a meta shank was introduced, to be followed | a. few years later by a button whicl l had a canvas tuft instead of a meta l shank. This made 1t easier to sev | on, as the needle could be pu | through in any direction and the but
 ton held more firmly in place. Sill | covered buttons came into use sev l eral years later.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1920-07-10
FINE PROGRAM
 PREPARED FOR
 BAND CONCERT

A Board of Recreation band con- cert is to be held at Seaside Park to- morrow from to p. m. The following concert which is be- ing donated to the city of Bridgeport by Harvey Hubbe11, will be a rare treat to the public. A band of 56 men led by pr. Conterno will render the carefully selected program asSfo1- lows:
 Part i. Introduction-''The Star Spangled Banner"
 March-"Sambre ct Meuse"; Turfet. Overture-"Light Calvary; Suppe. Transcription - "The Rustic of Spring.; Sinding. Morceau--eThe American aPatrol''; !; Meacham.
 Descriptive Fantasia - "La Mezza Notte'' (Midnight; Carlint. (Per- formed by two bands.)
 Part 2.
 verture-"William Teu"; Rossinl Meditation-From "Thias"; Masse- net.
 Selection-.'The Sleepy King; Gio- vanni B. Conterno. (Comic Opera in two acts.)
 Song-From Angel Face': '1 Might Be Yours Once In a While" Herbert.
 March-'The Thunderer"; Sousa. Finale-"America.''
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1920-07-10
FELECITAS

This noble Roman lady, who livet in the year 162, was a martyr to the cause of Christianity. It was during this year Emperor Marcus Aurelius was carrying on a cruel campaign of persecution of the Christians of Rome. Felicitas was a devout Chris tian, and had brought up seven sons in the same faith. Felicitas and her sons were seized and threatened tor ture and death if they did not re- nounce Christianity. They refused to do this, and as a result they were all put to death most cruelty, the mother being killed last so that she might be tortured with the sight of her sons being killed before her.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1920-07-10
SUFFS PLAN FIGHT FOR TWO STATES

Washington, July 10-Suffrage leaders are going to make a hare drive on the North Carolina and Tennessee Legislatures for ratidca- ltion of the proposed Nineteenth Amendment. Miss Maude Younger, Legislative chairman of the National Woman's Party, today directed this appeal to the doubtful legislators of the two southern states:
 "Your state has the opportunity to be the deciding factor in the inme- diate enfranchisement of millions ot American women. Will you not con- sider the matter in the light of re- Fdent developments and send us a favorable answer?"
 Miss Sue White, Tennessee chair man for the National Woman's Party said she was leaving the North Caro- I lima situation to Senator Simmon. l who came out for ratification. Sht l added that if Suffrage fails in tha 1 state it will be the first battle MT l Simmons has ever lost.
 The Woman's Party claims tha. ratification would make 26,8S3,56 | eligible for all elections. Unde,
 state law 17,ooo,ooo are already en titled to vote for president, and z, 1 100000 for members of Congress.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1920-07-10
DOUBLE BIRTHDAY
 PARTY ONMONDAY |AT ANCHORAGE"

Jean and Rodericle McNei1. daugh- ter and son of MT. and Mrs. Kennefh wylie McNei1 of -"rhe Anchorage, Black Rock, will celebrate their doGhae birthday on Monday afternoon. by giving a party for their little play mates. Jean will attain the age or nine while Roderick will be but six years old.
 Competitive games of warioussk6nds are being arranged with H,rdzes offered and also several surprise features planned.
 l The invitation list includes thu foi- ! lowing: Molly Treeart1n, Susan Breu1s Barbara Goodsen, Bosannd Grtppens Josephine Pullman, Frances Bell, Margaret Bassiclz, Marie Moore, Jean Garfield, Metta Bettels, MauGaret Marsh, Catherine Bullard. W1rgdn1a lArmitage, Virginia. Lincoln, E2sther Edwards, Jacquel1ne Ruslfng, Rtchard Leeds, Stiles Goodse1l, Kenneth Grip Ipen, John Pullman, Paul Smith, Mar
 shall Bassick, Paul Anderson. 9alutor
 Moore, Frank Hunt, John Lin1ey, E11
 Ives. Stanley Bualard. Billy Bnfard.
 John -Rey!burn, and Nathaniel .R@y- burn. .-
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1920-07-10
HISTORIC HILL # <. SCENE OF PLAY
 NEXT SATURDAY,

Atop. of Academy Hill in Stratford will be the scene of the play, "A Lesson in Friendship" which is to be presented on Saturday, evening, July 1T, at ' o'clock. The old his- tortc hill makes an appropriate and ideal spot for this production which tells beautiful story of two friends. Nature itself will be the scenery and the costumes are to be most e1ab- crate, having been rented from a New York costumer.
 This production in which over 100 people will participate, is given un- der the auspices of the Knights of Pythias of Bridgeport, who are or- ganizing a branch in Stratford. Dele gates from various cities, who are members of the lodge, are included in the cast. Joseph L. Peabody Is the director. A cordial Invitation is extended the public at large.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1920-07-10
WEATOGUE CLUB MIXED DOUBLES
 STARTS TODAY

Much enthusiasm fs being evinced over the mixed doubles tennis tourna- ment which is to begin at the Weato- que club this afternoon and end next Saturday. Drawing will take place at 3:30 o'clock after the golf competi- tion match and playing begun i'm mediately. Two attractive prizes have been offered for the winners.
 The entries include the following players: Miss May Topping, Misses Helen and Harriet Hyde, Miss Helen Jennison, Miss Dorothy Peck, Mrs. L. I. Snuder, Mrs. Walter Wheeler, Miss Esther Dunn, Miss Dorothy Smith, Harold Goddard, Dr. E. w. Mercy, Ellsworth Brown, Robert Fay, Harold Dunbar, H. A. Knight, Ted. Warford, and Roy Youngs.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1920-07-10
FASHIONGRAMS

Some of the most unusual costumes seen on the boardwalk are those of entirely hand knitting. One of these costumes was of navy wool trimmed with camePs hair. The coat was very plain and trimmed simply with a tuxedo collar of brushed camels hair. The skirt was a two-piece one and had large croch eted buttons running up and down the entire length of the two seams, A camers hair scarf and a small hat of brushed camers hair completed the costume. White suits are greatly favored at the shore. Many of these suits have the narrow Norfolk back with the | marrow belt carried beneath the pleats.
 1 A dainty dance frock made of chif- | fon taffeta was seen recently. The | panel down the front was of flower | embroidery done in a shade deeper | than the frock. A bertha which was draped very low, revealed a charming I shirred treatment of the bodice.
 A new blouse from Paris is made o1 1 lowered taffeta. It has a little mod esty piece of white organdie and ar immense butterfly sash of self material.
 l The length of the new fall jacket varies, but the majority of them com promise between hip and finger tip.
 Gray dotted swiss and white or
 gandie are charming1y combined fol
 a little frock with very full circular skirt.
 One of the latest designs for { dance frock uses rose color satir
 swashed in folds which accentuat,
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1920-07-10
BEAUTY HINTS

When bathing the face treat it to a little gentle massage. Dip your hands in water and gently rub the cheeks with the f1attened palms, being care full to give an upward pressure and to be very light with the downward strokes.
 Place the thumbs under the chin and iron out toward the ears with the bent first fingers. Clasp the back of the neck with both hands so that the fingers touch in front. Never dry the face with a rough towel but use soft linen if possible. The soap must be carefully removed with clear water. After using soap and water on the face annoint with orange flower skin food which will do won ders toward Keeping the touch of | youth in your cheeks.
 Bushy eyebrows may be improved | by oiling and shaping them. Pinch them gently between the thumb and l finger. If the line is uneven the hairs :, that grow out of line should be re- moved. They can be pulled out or can be removed. less painfully, with electricity. If too broad they can be narrowed and arched in the same l way. Unruly hairs can be trained to l lie flat by 'oiling and banda ging.
 Don't eat very rich or indigestible | foods if you are inclined to have g | red nose
 Don't wear elbow sleeves, unless 1 you have pretty arms and hands l Rusty elbows peeping out from pretty sleeves are not becoming to any ons | If your elbows are not nice ana
 smooth, try rubbing good colo cream gently into them at night.
 Don't drink strong tea and coffee i
 you are sallow. They make the ski1
 look much more so," and beauty ex
 perts call both these beverages "com
 plexion spoilers"
 Don't let scents. powders and fac
 creams do duty for plenty of goot
 soap and water. You can cover ul your skin with these things, and hid
 blemishes for awhile, but if you wan
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1920-07-10
THE WOMAN AND
 HER CLOTHES

There are a number of women who can never have the means to wear anything but cheap clothes. But just the same they are loved and admired d all their lives. Whatever they wear Is charming.
 "Oh how wish could dress you as you should be dressed" said a smaftly dressed woman to one who went in for the simpler and less fashionable style of garb.
 'Then I am glad you can't" was the reply. For you might create a smarter looking woman, but it wouldn't be me. and it is myself who is 1ovedl If I were covered with dia- monds, I don't think I could receive more honest true affection"
 The woman was quite right. Dress certainly does reflect the wearer's mind. Of course. there are some people who have had taste in dress, and it would be wise for them to take advice from some one else.
 Many girls prevent men from pro- posing marriage to them because they are afraid that they cannot afford tc dress them after marriage like they have been accustomed to dress during their girlhood. A man who was very much in love with girl for this very reason would not ask her to become his wife. She was always extrava- gantly dressed in order that she might look her 'fbest." and please her sweetheart. The girl who deliber- ately dresses to "catch a husband ' often defeats her own end.
 Every woman owes it to herself to | look as we'll as she can, always, not only when she wants to be admired but when she is alone as we'll But looking nice does not necessitate ex. pensive clothes every time. and cer' tainly never extravaganza.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1920-07-10
WOMEN WHO
 NEED STRENGTH
There Are Many Women in This City Who Will Tell You That Nothing
 Equals VinoI to Create Strength.

If women would just stop~and rea1- ize that their weak, sickIy condition is usually caused by undernourish- ment and poor blood, they would inn mediate1y begin to look for the best remedy to restore normal health.
 The reason we believe that VinoI is the best remedy for weak, pale women Is because it has helped 80 many ailing women right here in this city, and because it contains the old- est and most famous tonic ingredient known to melicine. as can be seen by reading the formula, which is plainly printed on the label, many years of success in this city prove that 1t is an unusually good remedy. Adv.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1920-07-10

to be made. The rather wide panel in the front and the cuff around the bottom of the blouse are cut in one
 Why not use green cotton crepe as the material for this design? With this color, the bit of simple worsted embroidery might be worked out in lavender, dull blue and yellow. Either tucks or cording could be used as a finish about the gilet and cuff
 Pongee in natural color with dark brown and orange for the embroidery Is another charming possibility.
 Linen, 1inene, sports silk or ratine might also be used for this design
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1920-07-10
LADY ASTOR GETS
 CONFIDENCE VOTE

Plymouth, England, July 1o-Lady Astor, M. F., was pleased today with a vote of confidence passed by her constituents after she described her divorce in 1903 to them in answer to charges printed in a London news paper. She denied there had been colluSion in the case.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1920-07-10
5.3l7 SOUGHT JOBS
 IN MONTH OF JUNE

Hartford, July 10 - The monthly report of the state bureau of labor shows that during June total Of 5,317 applied for employment at the five free employment bureaus con- ducted by thesstate in Hartford. New Haven. Bridgeport. Waterbury and Norwich and that there were b,SO9 applications for help, situations being secured for ,412.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1920-07-10
WOMEN CALLED IN
 CAMPAIGN PROBE:

St. Louis, July 10-Three more women were summoned for today's investigation of presidential cam paign expenditures by a senate com mittee. They are Mrs. John R. Rut- ledge, Mrs. Frank Hayes and Mrs Anna L. Meehan, all connected with the Missouri Women's High Cost of Living Bureau which witnesses yes terday charged had been used .fpri- marily to advocate the candidacy of Palmer'
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1920-07-10
TO REDUCE PROGRAM.

London, July 10-Proposals that half a million Jews be taken to Pal estine within the next year made by Dr. Max Nardau at the International Zionist conference have been attack ed by Dr. Chaim Weismann, who fa- vored a more moderate program.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1920-07-10

 SHOW BAD FORM

Madrid, July 10-Despatches from Pamplona report that Ell Gallo per- formed so badly during a. bull fight that he was obliged to hide when a bull which had been ordered back to the corral escaped into the arena Mejias was thrown twice and injur- ed slightly. Picador Zurito was hurt by falling beneath a horse when toss ed by a bull.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1920-07-10
A SHOCK
 FOR SPORTS

The summer girl well knows the value of the sports smock and is ever ready to add another to her wardrobe when she can make 1t herself.
 For the amateur dressmaker this design is ideal, for the picture so patently shows just how the smock is
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1920-07-10
WHERE HAND 2
 STITCHERY TELLS

Ch1ldren's clothes are simpler than they have been for many day. But they are not severe. They are trim med with good taste and not eIabor-
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1920-07-10

The immense vogue of the sweater blouse seems to be without limit. The newest mood of this popular feature in every woman's wardrobe is the inspiration of the Orient In this blouse of perfectly simple lines, the Oriental is suggested by the use of
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1920-07-10
TO PASS ALONG

Pa, what is sympathy?
 Sympathy, my boy is what you usA usually give to another when you don't want to lend him any money.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1920-07-10

ately. All of which dictates hand work.
 In the model here blanket stitch and shocking have combined with charming results in trimming the vel low poplin frock. All of the stitchery Is done in brown. The Peter Pan collar, the yoke and the bag-like pockets all are weighted with sugges- tions of youthful comfort and juvenile fitness
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1920-07-10

MIR. AND MRS. LAWRENCE CORNWALL and family of Park ave- nue are spending the summer at Lake Mohonk in the Catskil1 Mountains.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1920-07-10

MISS ANNE B. JENNINGS of "Sunnihoqme," Fairfield, sailed on Thursday for Europe to be gone for the entire summer months.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1920-07-10

THOMAS CANAVAN of New York is visiting his uncle and aunt, MT and Mrs. Anthony Canavan of Han over street.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1920-07-10

SATURDAY NIGHT dances at the War Service center of the Y. W. C. A. on Barnum avenue, will he con- tinued through the summer. Reck'. orchestra will play.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1920-07-10

Tell a plump girl she is eotting fat and she will have no further use for you. ,-.-.---Ll
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1920-07-10

MISS EDITH HAZEN of 629 State street, left today for a weeks stay at the Gould homestead in Fairfield
 | The second week of Miss Hazen's va cation will be spent at the Y. w. c. | A. camp at Bantam Lake.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1920-07-10

THE ANNUAL vacation of Dr. Will liam Horace Day, pastor of the United Church will begin on Monday. Part of the time will be spent in rest ing at Northfield, Mass, and at Sugar Hill, N. H. From the goth of July to the 30th, Dr. Day will deliver lec- lures to the boys at the Y. M. c. A. summer conference at Silver Bay New York. On Sunday, July IS, Dr. Alexander Grieve, president of the Scottish Congregational college al Edinburg, Scotland, will occupy the pulpit. On the 25th, Rev. c. B. Pockett of Melbourne, Australia, will conduct the services. Both Dr. Grieve and Rev. Poc-sett are on their way back to their homes after attend ing the International Conference al Boston. During the month of Au- gust Rev. Jason Noble Pierce, D. D.. of the First Congregational church of Dorchester, Mass, will serve as sub- stitute.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1920-07-10

MISS KATHLEEN KELLEY of Brooke street, who has been a secre- tary to Justice George Wheeler dur ing the war and after. has accepted a position with the General Electric CO.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1920-07-10

No man ever surprised women by telling her that he loved her.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1920-07-10

the lines of the figure. Full hounces
 of lace contrast with the tight lines of the skirt.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1920-07-10

MRS. FRED WREN of Golden Hill street will leave next week for Newtown, where she will be register cd at the Newtown Inn for the week.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1920-07-10

j. CONRAD LASHAR and his father. Thomas Lashar, ST., of Fairfield, will leave sh ortly on an extended business trip through New York state and Canada
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1920-07-10

MISS ELSIE GRASSE of Iranistan Court accompanied by her mother, will enjoy a two weeks vacation at Niagara Falls.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1920-07-10

MIR. AND MRS. ALBERT WILLIS TON of Fairfield avenue are enjoying A two weeks vacation in the White Mountains +4+-r-,-~
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1920-07-10

MRS. CHARLES STERLING of Prospect street has been entertaining her daughter, Mrs. Walter McCor- mack of Boston, Mass, for the past week. Mrs. Mccormack was Miss Madeline Sterling before her mar riage.e .nid uefai1dDs7 hrs
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1920-07-10

MISS MARY RISSLEY of Fairfield who is connected with the towr clerks off1ce,, has been relieved from her duties at the City Hall for two weeks Vacation sGs5s l---~-
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1920-07-10

MISSQMARGARET NEITHERCUT, daughter of MT. and Mrs. Richard I. Neithercut of Brook1awn avenue is spending the weekend as the guest of Miss Helen Thomas of Greenwich.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1920-07-10

clear healthy skin you must keep the surface of 1t thoroughly cleansed.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1920-07-10

MIR. AND MRS. WILLIAM F. SE- VERN of Clinton avenue are in New York City for several days sojourn and upon their return will reside at their cottage at Laurel Beach for the season. Their son, Douglas, has left for Detroit, Mich., to take up his new field of business in the interest of his father H.a j. e'fsl--
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1920-07-10

TWENTY-SIX GIRLS and three Y w. C.. A. secretaries will return to morrow from the summer confer ence at Bantam Lake.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1920-07-10

MISS MARGARET LAVERY of Livingston place will leave Monday on a motor trip to the Thousand Islands. Miss Lavery Is connected with the Building Commissioners office, in the City Hall.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1920-07-10

MRS. ALBERT .COLTMAN and Mrs. Arthur Coltman of England are spending thes ummer as the guests or their sister, Mrs. E. H. Houston Of Jewett avenue.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1920-07-10

MISS DOROTHY BROOKS of 3S5 Barnum avenue, is spending two weeks with friends in Danbury.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1920-07-10

MISS ELEANOR WEBSTER, daughter of MT. and Mrs. William Webster of Brook1awn avenue has re- turned from Northfield, Mass, where she was delegate to the conference sent by Dobbs Ferry, on the Hudson, New York. kr 4 Joa-
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1920-07-10

srx' MORE Y. M. c. "A. boys will leave for Camp Pootatuck on Mon day.. Already over 40 boys have reg istered and are at the camp. s..-.,r
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1920-07-10

ROGER s. HINCKLEY, Harold Sistrand, Rocco Moran and Edwin Fried left the city this morning to spend two weeks at the Camp Poota- tuck. the Y. M. C. A. vacation place.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1920-07-10

MIR AND MRS. E. HENICK of 1135 Howard avenue, will return to- morrow after spending the past week in Montreal and New Glasgow, Can ada, where they have been visiting relatives,
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1920-07-10

LEWIS B. CURTIS of WaIdemere avenue. accompanied by his consins, MT. ana Mrs. Wells Curtis of South port, are enjoying motor trip to Bufralo, N. r., for several days, com bining business with pleasure.