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The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1921-07-16
Norma Talmadge And GeOrgette Conan Attend
 Benefit For ''HemlOcks''

About once in a decade, Bridgeport is afforded an opportunity to enjoy the talent of real celebrities of the musical world. Last evening was one of these times and all who pledg- ed their support by patronizing the asicale at the Brook1awn Country club, given for the benefit of the convalescent children at '"The Hem lOcks.' were furnished with 8 rare treat.
 Orville Harold, tenor of the Met ropolitan Opera Co.,, sang four charm ing groups of songs with several of the popular old Irish folks songs in- cluded in his repertoire. The hexi- bi1ity of his voice and his sweet and perfect tones displayed the markings the word Anton Arriga, noted vio- hnist abroad, who recently arrived in this country to make his debut. fla vored with two delightful groups of difficult selections, with a masterly art of handling his instrument Both were obliged to respond to numerous encores. MT. Polak acted as accom- panist for the two musicians.
 Considerable expense was enter tained in obtaining Orvi1le Harold and Anton Arriga here. and follow ing Hhe final number on the program, Roderick McNei1 announced a certain deficit existed which Mrs. Kenneth McNeil, who was in charge, was anxious to overcome.
 MT. McNeil informed the audience that within it's midst was Miss Geor- Cohan, the famous Broadway theat- rica1 exponent ItaSmuch as she had volunteered to appear for this worthy cause, he felt that extra contribu-
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1921-07-16
BUILD HOUSES
 ON FLAT ROOFS

Rome, July 16.-Rome will become a city of odd appearance if the plans for the solution of the housing prob lem proposed by some Italian en- gineers are put in operation. The proposal is to build 9n the flat roofs of most of the buildings in Rome light houses of three and four stor- ies.
 The engineers have placed their ideas before Henry Colt MacLean, United States Commercial attache to the American embassy. They have asked that American capital become interested in the project. The ma teria1 for the whole of the scheme, according to the engineers sugges- tions, would come from America, be- cause of the adapta bility of American light construction methods in the choice of materials and means of as- sem bling.
 MT. MacLean has succeeded in in teresting several American business men in the project and other pro- jects along the line of building con- Struction in Rome.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1921-07-16
Grocery Shower
 Surprise For Bride And Guests

A very unique shower was gwen vesterday at the '<koronkoo' cottage at Fairfield beach, by the menpers of the Sigma Epsilon in honor or Mrs. Henry Gronberg, who was form erly Miss Isabelle Evers- The al fair was distinct in that fact Ihat it was a surprise both for the pr1oe and for the guests
 The members of the society plan ned to hold a picnic at the koron- koon cottage unaware that MT an0 Mrs. Gronberg were spending shehr honeymoon there. Upon finding Lhe bride at the place the Sigma Ip sion immediately went to a nearoy> store where each purchased an article or grocery. On the way back to the cot tage each one composed short verse which was recited on presentation or the article to Mrs. Gronberg-
 During the remainder of the af- ternoon games were played and dainty luncheon was served.
 The officers of the club are Mrs William H. GriswoId, president Miss Grace Bestick, vice president, Miss Mimic Kusterer, treasurer; and Mrs. Etta Geist, secretary Mrs. Harry A. Howard is chairman of the floor committee. The members of the club who were present yesterday were: Miss Bertha Wheeler, Miss Iva Lake, Miss Ruth Rose, Miss Grace Watt, Miss Kitty Card, Miss Minnie Evars. Mrs N. Wright, Mrs, H. Kunemund, Mrs. G. L. Treadwe1l, Mrs. G. Hogg. Mrs. A Lyman, Mrs. William Thomas, Mrs. James Robinson, Mrs. Irving Sipper1y and Mrs. Henry Gronberg.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1921-07-16
SICK CHILDREN
 RECUPERATE AT
 CAMP OMANS

Truly, paradise for little sick girls during these hot and muggy days in the city, is Camp Omans, that cool beautiful spot away up on Reservoir avenue in Tru1nbull just three miles from the center of Bridgeport.
 The camp was opened for the first time last year by the Associated Charities, for Girls club members and other children in the city who have been sick and who, if left in the city would recuperate very slowly if at all Before, the application of a child is accepted, a certificate must be received from the family doctor stating that the girl has been under his care for at least forty-eight hours. The extent of the vacation is general ly two weeks but at present there are two or three little girls who have been very sick during the winter and they will be allowed to remain probably a month.
 At present there are thirty-five at the camp, twenty-eight members of the Girls club, which is under the auspices of the Associated Charities, and seven children sent by the city.
 A healthful and enjoyable daily routine is observed under the direc- tion of Miss Jennings and Miss Carrie Hamilton, the trained workers who planned it. The children rise very early but breakfast is not served un- til half past seven after which there is one hour spent in domestic work. The older girls take care of the dor mitory while the younger ones clear the tables and wash the dishes. Prob ably the most delightful and most popular sport comes very early in the morning when the children are all lowed to swim for two hours. The only improvement made in the Camp property this year was the deepening of the tank. Teachers and caretak CTS are always present to watch the chil- dren and to teach them to swim.
 After coming out of the water the vacationists are given a glass of milk and a few crackers, or cakes of some kind and then are allowed to rest or to play games until dinner time.
 Early in the afternoon they are obliged to take nap for at least one hour and then go swimming again. Generally about four o'clock the women in charge take the various groups for a hike or a run. Supper is served at five o'clock after which there are two hours of story telling. The children retire very early as no lights of any kind are allowed in the camp except in the matron's quarters.
 One would be surprised at the change which a two weeks vacation with this daily routine, can do toward recuper;ation, no more weariness no more pale complexions just rosy cheeks and smiles.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1921-07-16
MRS. MINOR
 GOES ABROAD

Hartford, Conn. July 16.-Mra. George Maynard Minor of Waterford this state, president general of the national society, Daughters of the American Revolution, has sailed for England and France, the purpose or her trip being to make the official presentation of the water-works, which the national society, Daughters
 | the American Revolution is giving to the French village of Tillotoy, which was so devastated during the World war. Mrs. John LaidIaw Buel, of Litchfield, state regent of Connecticut, Mrs. Charles Humphrey Bissel, of Southington, state vice re- gent, are accompanying her. The party will be gone until early Sep tember.
 The Tillotoy presentation ceremon- ies will take place on or about Aug ust 24. In a letter to Connecticut chapter regents. Mrs. Buei writes as follows:
 "If any Connecticut D. A R.. are to be abroad at that time, they would be much interested, I am sure, to be present at such ceremony and they should watch the Paris papers for further information. The pres ident general expects many members of the society from many states to be there to add dignity and signiff- canoe to a significant occasion.'
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1921-07-16
HELPED CAPTURE
 FOUR HIGHWAYMEN

For aiding in the capture of four daring highwaymen, Patrolman Will liam Foster, now of the Bureau of Investigation and Missing Persons was awarded valor star by the Bridgeport Board of Police Commis- sioners. The arrest was made early in the morning on August 4, 1919, in Water street, and Officer Foster wrested a loaded revolver from one of the men.
 During the first part of August, 1919, the police were bothered by fre- quent hold-ups which occurred in the West End A number of pedestrians were relieved of their cash by four highwaymen, two of whom were neg roes and two white men. The high waymen always travelled together, and on one occasion attempted to hold up a. party of autoists-
 On the night of August 3, Edward Hendricks, of 559 Grand street was held up at the corner of Park and North avenues by three footpads, and relieved of his watch and money. He notified police headquarters, and said that the men who robbed him were hiding in an old stone quarry near the scene of the hoId-up.
 Sergeant Dennis Kehoe and Patrol man Foster were sent out to investi- gate the report, and though they searched the abandoned quarry could find no trace of the robbers. Herman Isaacs, of 1918 Park avenue and Dr. kornblut, of St Vincent'S hospital were told of the hold-up, and set out in an automobile in search of the desperadoes before the policemen ar rived. Their search, however, proved fruitless as far as an apprehension was concerned, but they reported sec ing the men in Frank street.
 About one o'clock in the morning, Patrolman Foster was talking with Patrolman Planz at the corner of Wall and Middle streets, when he saw three men who answered the descrip- tion given by Hendricks. The two officers followed the trio to the corner of Wall and Water streets and then placed them under arrest A loaded revolver was found in the pocket of one of the men who gave his name as Morandi. The other two men said
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1921-07-16
SEWING CLUB TO HAVE OUTING AT BEACH

Members of the Fidelity sewing circle are to enjoy an outing on Tuesday afternoon when the party will meet at Reads corner at o'clock to take the ferry boat for Pleasure Beach.
 Arriving at their destination, many will enjoy a swim in the briny deep, while others will partake of the amusements offered on the island. At 6 o'clock, a delicious basket sup per will be served in the grove.
 Among those planning to attend are: Mrs. s. R. Adams, Mrs. W. E. Banhen, Mrs. Henry Barmore, Mrs. C. c. Campbell. Mrs. Ray Crowther, Mrs. Emma Church, Mrs. W. Cald- well, Mrs. May Foley, Mrs. T. Cot ter, Mrs. Benjamin Platt, Mrs. B. B. P1umibley, Mrs. Sara Foster, Mrs John Gerbich, Mrs c. L. Gaylord, Mrs. David Gibson, Mrs. A. w. Hurds Mrs. Myrtle Hamilton, Mrs. E. W. Knapp, Mrs. Leonard Miller, Mrs. Anna Wilder, Mrs. J. B. Lockwood. Mrs A. H. Lowden, Mrs Burnhan Lowden, Mrs. Amy Blakeman, Mrs A c. Stewart, Mrs s. A. Squlres, Mrs. Lillian Tracy, Mrs. Hannah Westrand, Mrs. Rudolph Werdt, Mrs. A. D. Wakeman, Mrs. Sara Walker, Mrs Edward Woodin, Mrs R. Pope, Mrs H. J. Sanford and Mrs. Harr1ett Wilson.
 This energetic band of women have been active in sewing for charity purposes during the past winter They are affiliated with the Fidelity Rebekah Lodge, with quarters in the Masonic temple on Broad street..
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1921-07-16

tions to offset the deficit should be in order.
 After the first hundred dollars had been raised, Miss Conan txen gave two difficult classical numbers on the piano. Her work was declared that of a finished musician. Following this, attractive Ann Orr McNeil with Georgette Cohan's husband enter tained with uke1ete selections and songs.
 Dainty Norma Talmadge, with her locks bobbed and prettily waved, was attired in an individual looking old overlapping the skirt. Sire sat in the rear Of the auditorium with her hus- band, Joseph Schenk. Those seat ed near her fairly devoured her with admiration during the entire perform ance. She seemed to thoroughly en- joy the concert and app1auded each number enthusiastically. Miss Talm- adge was apparently unaware of the fact that she was attracting so much attention
 At the conclusion of the program the Novelty Four augmented orches- tra furnished music for dancing until after midnight On the side porch hot dogs and coffee were served
 Local society was largely represent ed by members of the older set last evening who were attired in gorgeous evening gowns of various hues. Mrs. K-nneth McNei1 wore a quaint frock of Nile green silk trimmed with tiny bands of black satin. |.
 MT and Mrs Joseph Schenk, Miss Georgette Conan and her husband are the week end house guests of MT. and Mrs. Archibald McNeil, Jr., at teThe Anchorage" in Black Rock.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1921-07-16
THE PEOPLES CHURCH.

Services of worship begin with prayer at 10 a. m. in the Peoples church Preaching follows at 10:30 with the Sacrament tomorrow. Jesus prayer that His disciples might be @kept from eviP' while yet living in an evil world will be considered Fol flowers of Christ of whatever denom- sinati name are welcomed here- lThe schedule of Summer Arrange tments will be distributed covering the tpastor's vacation of two weeks
 Sunday school interest continues r71ntser Supt- Marshall with increasing tenro1lment-
 At 6:So D. m- the Senior and Inter- mediate societies will unite for a irousing review of the New York C. E- tConvention. Twenty-three EndezlVor- ,ers from this church attended some .nortio1 of it One of these, Elder H. s. Voorhees, will lead and. the meet ing will be useful to young and old alike.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1921-07-16
EndeavOring
 To Raise Sum FOrClub House

Members of the Bridgeport Bus1- ness and Professional Women's club will conduct a food sale of delicious home made bread, cake, pie, candy and preserves next Saturday at a store located in the center of the city, the place to be announced later- Mrs. H. W. Sprague of Brewster street is in charge of the affair and will greatefully accept all contribu- tionS-
 The club members are endeayor1ng to raise a sum of money to be used towards their new home which they will occupy early in September
 Through the courtesy of Manager M. L. Saunders of Polls theatre, next Tuesday night will be ''ciub night" at the theatre. If roo tickets are sold by club members, the sum of $50 will be realized Anyone desiring to wit ness the performance on this even ing can assist the club by obtaining tickets at the club room, in the Lii berty building.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1921-07-16
PRETTY HOME WEDDING HELD
 IN FAIRFIELD

In the presence of a few relatives and intimate friends, Miss Marie, Louise Stettler of Fairfield and Will jam SeaSer of this city, were united in marriage at the home of MT. and Mrs. Emil Hoffer, of Fairfield, yes- terday morning at 10 o'clock. Rev. E. D. Akers performed the ceremony
 The bride was attired in the con Ventlonal wedding gown of white satin and wore a tulle veil arranged in cap shape and caught with orange blossoms Her shower bouquet was of brides roses and lilies of the val ley. There were no attendants
 Following the ceremony a dainty wedding breakfast was served, after which the couple departed for an au- tomobile trip over the Mohawk Trail as far as Lake George On their re- turn, they will reside in Fairfield
 Miss Stettler is extremely popular in Fairfield and is a gifted pianist MT. Seager enlisted in the army dur ing the late war, rising to the rank of sergeant. Both are receiving the feHcitations from their many friends who have entertained frequently in their honor since the announcement of their betrotha1.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1921-07-16

that their names were Jones and liar ris, and readily admitted three hold ups In their possession was found Hendricks watch and money.
 While the policemen were holding their prisoners for the patrol wagon, one of the coIored men said that the leader of the gang was in the Grand hotel After the arrival of the patrol, Sergeant Kehoe and Patrolmen Fos- ter, Planz and Daley went to the Grand Hotel and arrested William Bradlow, alleged leader of the quar- tet-
 Bradiow, who was also known as ''Sein'' and Miller" at first denied connection with the other three men, but later broke down and confessed his part in the robberies- All four were convicted of highway robbery and sentenced to jail.
 In recognition of this efficient work PatrolInan Foster was publicly com mended and awarded the valor star of the Bridgeport Police departmen ent-
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1921-07-16
ARTISTS FOR STEINEkT SERIES
 ANNOUNCED

Distinguished artists have been se- cured for the series of Steinert con certs this season, representing a care full selection of the worlds best musi cal talent with celebrated artists of universal renown.
 These concerts will be held on Sun day afternoons at PoH's theatre in the following order: October 30th, New York Philharmonic orchestra, with Josef Stransky, director. De- cenlber Ath, Matzeenauer, the the worlds greatest contra1to and Yolanda Nero, pianist January 18th Reina1d Werrenrath, baritone, both members of the Metropolitan Opera Go. February End, Jascha Heife0, viloin recital. March 18th, Rachman- inoff, famous Russian pianist and composer.
 The mailing subscription list is now open with the public sale start ing on September 4th.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1921-07-16
OLD AGE HARBOR,

London, July 16.-Whi1e an old man was being buried in Chesham the other day it was discovered that his age and four of his mourners amounted to over four hundred years.
 The dead man was Seventy-eight years old and his four mourners were respectively, eighty eight years, eighty-five years, eight-one years, and seventy-three years of age.
 Chesham is pointing to this as a record and also calling attention to the fact that it shows the village as a. good health resort.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1921-07-16
JUDGE IS HARD
 ON PLEASANT BOYS

Columbus, Ohio, July 16--A couple of Pleasant boys were far from being pleasant when Justice Jesse Hard was hard on them
 Justice Hard assessed a $1,000 fine and costs each on William Pleasant and Lincoln Pleasant in Perry town ship when the two co1ored brothers pleaded guilty to charges of illegally manufacturing and possessing intoxi- eating liuuors
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1921-07-16
UNIvERSALISr CHURCH.

Can Man Know God?" is the sub ject which the pastor, Rev. Hal T. KearnS will discuss at the service at the First UniverSaliSt church, Fair field avenue, near Broad street, at 10:40 tomorrow morning. The choir will render the following anthems: 70 Come Let Us Rejoice,'' by Schne- cher and "Come Unto Him." by T'ru- cite. MT. Owens will sing a tenor role.
 Church school at noon
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1921-07-16
KINGS HIGHWAY CHURCH.

s"The Alternatives of Life'' will be the theme of the sermon at the morn ing service of Kings Highway church, corner of Noble avenue and spring street at il o'clock, and Miss Anna M Laing will sing Consider and Hear Me- by WooIer. The Sunday school meets at 9:45. The Y P. S. c. F. will hold a meeting at Hillside Home at 5 o'clock and at tlHe church at $50. Topic Judging Unkindly." Leader. Miss Anna Wilson.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1921-07-16

months.
 Mir and Mrs. Gerald Iineburgh and family, of Cleveland avenue, and MT. and Mrs. Fred -Silliman and family of Brooklawn avenue, have taken a cottage at Laurel Beach for the re- mainder of the summer
 Mrs William Lounsbury of Laurel avenue. has returned from New Ha- ven, where she has been entertained at the home of Miss Amy Gardner.
 Miss Beatrice Randall and her mother. Mrs. G. Randall, who have been residing on Longview avenue have taken an apartment on Rowsley street.
 Mrs c. G. Gronquist and daughter. Miss Ruth of Wayne street have nov ed to Buffalo. New York, where they will make their future home. MT. Gronquist has accepted a position in that city.
 Mrs. Raymond Lewis of Vine street is entertaining her brother Dick Holz of Chicago, H., for a. week
 Mrs. William Lounspury of Laurel avenue left today to spend the week end visiting relatives and friends in Danbury, Conn.
  merly known as the Black Rock Country club, has closed it's doors for the summer season. Owing to the warm weather several of the mem berS have gone out of town, and the ballroom proved to be too warm a hall to hold summer dances, as few were in attendance.
 MT. and Mrs. Henry Gronberg, who have been spending their honey moon trip in Jersey, have returned home and are occupying a cottage at Fairfield Beach for the remainder of the season. Mrs. Gronberg was for merly Miss Isabel Ivers of North avenue
 MT. and Mrs. Henry Shannon of Congress street have returned from New York City after spending the past few days witnessing several of the popular Broadway performances. They will spend the remainder of the summer at their cottage at Fairfield Beach.
 Miss Florence Richards of North avenue is visiting with Miss Mildred Hit of Pepper Crossing, near New town, for a week Friends of little eJanne Egan, daughter of MT. and Mrs. Albert Egan of Elmwood avenue will be sorry to learn she has been ill at her home for several days
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1921-07-16
STAMFORD REVIVAL TO CLOSE.

The Revival campaign, running for the past three weeks at Bethany church Stratford, Rev. Joseph C. Harrison, pastor, will close tomorrow night The evangelists are MeSsrs- Armstrong, Fillmore and Bunn- me 7neetings on Sunday will be at 10:30 a- m. and at 2:SO and 7:30 D. m. An envelope, Or thank offering, for the evangelists. will be taken at both the afternoon and evening service. There will be services in the big tent on Saturday evening also at 1880.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1921-07-16
DEW SHINDIGS.

Martins Ferry, Ohio, July 16. - Sprinkle parties are staged each evening by Arthur Dickson. American Legion post commander, in front of his home
 Commander Dickson sprinkles crowds of youngsters with water from a hose.
 The hot weather has made these 5uYepile pariesep epopuiar.
The Bridgeport times and evening farmer., 1921-07-16

Hall school recreation center will be in charge of the weekly recreation center dance to be held next Tuesday evening at the Seaside bathing pavI- ior- Last Tuesday Barnum school was in charge. Hall and Barnum school orchestras alternate each week in furnishing the music