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G SENTINEL
NORWAL‘I'I FIRST NIWIPAPIR
Third ' Section
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SENTINEL’S CHRISTMAS EDITION WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 15, 1926.
IS FAIR TIME
Entered- us second-class matter at the post office 111
.80. Norwnlk. Conn. under the Act of March 5,1519.
IN CHURCHES or NORWALR
During One
Many Novelties Add to Interest of Patrons In
Social Events of Nativity—Banner
All.
$5, 000 Is Estimate Of Money
Spent By Public At Dozen
i Bazaars In Advent Season
‘ ti 1 Churches Report $3,000 Raised
. Two Congrege ”In Largest Fairs Ever Held —
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Norwaik is a veritable City of hire at Christmas time.
hand. rornionthesheedofthetimeset, men.womenand
. ehldren work and plan for the big event.
‘ This season..eisborste dinners. cafeteria suppers. Christmas
i lunches, evening entertainments. gift shops, booths of all kinds,
prise packages. trees and Santa Clauses are being offered to draw
”in the crowds.
. And they come, see and purchase. In spite of the fact that
. there were no less than 18 church fairs held in the city of Nor.
walkintheshortspaceoffonrorilveweeke, each and everyone
‘ was generously petronised, and
slip
, It is estimated that more than $5,000 was spent by the public
' at these fairs this year, the receipts in the various churches being
distributed as follows:
Norwalk Congregational church, 2
. days. 92. 000.
South Norwalk Congregational
Norwalk Methodist Episcopal. 1
days. 8500.
‘ South Norwalk Methodist Episco-
pal. one afternoon. 8850. r
l
Grace Episcopal. 2 days. 9800.
Children of New. 2 days. 3300.
Trinity church. one day. 9275.
st. Peter's Lutheran church one
day, 8250. '
Christ church. one day. 3125.
East Avenue M. E. Epworth
League, one day. 8100.
Christian Endeavor. South Nor-
walk Baptist. one day. 850.
Total-95.350.
' Proceeds from the Grace Baptist
'church are not known and the Vol-
~untec-r Girls’ fair doesn't open until
:tonight. which explains the fact that
:only 11 fairs are listed above.
Nos-will: alumnus!
‘ “House Bountiful" the elaborate
, ,Christmas fair of the Norwalk Con-
. ‘gregational church opened the see,
’son of holiday fairs in Norwalk Nov-
pmber 11. continuing through the
I gum. and proved to be one of the
‘ :higgest affairs of its kind held in
the city.
i
I very church. every Iundsy school organisation takes a
mhurcb 2 dis”. $1000.
Practically every room in a com-
plete house was represented at the
banar. A luncheon. an afternoon
tea and an evening dinner were serv-
ed every day. Each night. a special
program was given. with Dr. Ernest
McGregor "announcing" from sta-
tion ‘jHouso Beautiful."
Mrs. Charles Rogers was general
chairman of the fair while Miss Orie
Marvin was chairman of arrange-
ments. Both Were assisted by a mmt
efficient corps of helpers.
South Norwalk Baptist q
Samuel Roberts and Russell
Wright were in charge of the enter-
ment given at the annual fair held
November 12 at the South Norwalk
Baptist church under the auspices of
the Christian Endeavor circle.
Unlike many of the fairs which
were decorated in Christmas red and
green. the booths displayed pastel
shades in color schemes of yellow
and white. blue and white and pink
and white.
Grace Episcopal
November 11. the members of the
Women's Guild of Grace Episcopal
church opened its bazaar. also con.
tinulng it through.the second day.
Waffles and coffee served as
Yetir For
re-
freshments. lured many buyers.
Activities of the fair ended in a
dance with music furnished by the
Melody Boys. Mrs. E. A. Wood-
ward is president ot the Woman's
Guild. Mrs. Herbert 0. Pollard was
monts for the basaar.
South Noe-walk Methodist
The fair held under the auspices
of the Ladies' Aid of the Soutr Nor-
walk Methodist Episcopal church
November 19. offered a wealth of
gifts of all kinds to the public.
Tea was served in the afternoon.
with a musical program in the eve-
ning. Miss Ruth Bowman sang sev-
eral vocal numbers. Miss Annie Shu
felt and Miss Harriet Shufelt also
furnished entertainment‘in the line
of piano solos and readings.
' Mrs. Alice McKibbin was general
chairman of the fair.
EDWOHII beams
The first bazaar in December was
held by the members of the Epworth
League of the East Avenue M. E.
church. the afternoon and evening
of December 1.
the afternoon for the kiddies and
the “Mystery booth" attracted no
end of youthful buyers.
In the evening. the feature of the
program was “Don Juan Ridicu-
losls." in which Earl Scam. as Don
Juan. Roxie Houghton as the proud
Belinda. and Earl Gorham. as
Lochinvar. scored a big success .
The fair was in charge of Mi-
Glendavere Lovejoy. who as as-
sisted in her work by several mem-
bers of the committee;
South Nos-walk Congregational
The biggest fair during the month
of December was staged by the
members of the South Norwalk Con-
gregational church. December. and
I. For months and months the mem-
bers worked and their efforts were
properly rewarded when the re-
ceipts were counted. Much credit is
due Francis Northrop for the care~
'ful working out- of all details.
Professional talent was secured
for the entertainments - held both
days. Pitt Parker and Peter Murray
being the two artists featured.
"The Bingo Follies." "Out in the
New Mown Hay." and "Not Wanted.
a Wife." were some of the little
sketches given by the young people
of the church!
Luncheons and dinners were serv-
ed both days.
0 Children of Mary
The sale conducted by the Chil-
dren of Mary at St. Mary's church.
commenced December a and we!-
comed a big crowd to the baked
bean supper which had been pre-
chairman of the general arrange- '
There was a special program In .
”Back Again
lit-res lgnace Jan l'adercwski.
pianist and statesman. as he reach-
ed New York oano 8. 8. Mitotic
.upon his return to the United States.
pared for the occasion. A good pro-
gram was presented during the eve-
ning. .
The sale continued December 4.
although no entertainment was
scheduled.
Norwallr Methodist Episcopal
December 7 and I proved two
very popular days for Christmas
fairs The members of the Ladies'
Aid of tho NorWnik Methodist Epid-
copai church decided upon these
dates as did the members of the
Woman's guild of Trinity church.
At the Norwalk church. the suc-
cess of the basaar was assured the
very first day. By the end of the
afternoon. the “Parcel Post booth"
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And the Baron‘s retainers were
bliths and ear.
Acid keeping their Christmas holi-
dam—Thomas Haynes Baley.
Let a dance and sing and make good
cheer.
y.ear-—G. MacFarren.
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Shepherds at the grsnge.
Where the babe was born.
Sang with many a change.
Christmas carols until morn.
-—Longfellow.
', Silk Hesiery, alvvays an appropriate gift, and no woman has half enough. We
suggest the Gordon Full Fashioned Silk Hose and can supply them In what-
ever shade you prefer at 95c, $1. 49 and $1. 95. ‘
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and stub, attractive handles—
$5- 25 to $8.98
French Kid GloVes, newly designed
cuff in either 'fla-re or reverse
styles $2.25to$3.‘25
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A choice collection of Hand Bags
in various styles, sizes and colors.
31. 95 to 89.98
'Forest Mills silk and rayon Vests,
Bloomers and Step-ins 98a to $1 .95
88 WASHINGTON STREET
Other Gift Suggestions
- ‘ .Women’s heavy quality taffeta silk
Corduroy and Beacon bath robes,
Umbrellas, 16 xrib, amberoid tips
94.99 to 39.99 '
Crepe' Kimonos, plain and. ribbon . ‘.
trinnnedu‘mu... $2.98-to'94.50. .
Novelty Garter Sets with handker-’ . ’ .
chief and powder puff 98c to $1.98 '
FOR THE BARIES
Christmas we have Bath Robes, I "
Caps, Hand Embroidered Batiste .
Dresses, Pantie Dresses, Rompers, ‘ .
Toys and Novelties,
J. I. MALLETTE
,' sou'rn NORWALK, CONN.
For Christmas comes but once a
ciless Selves As They
out Worry.
Eicry “omen 's club and ornniu-
lion in the city has planned some
sort of an cvcnt for the holidays.
A ('hrisimas party for the chil-
dren of nil the members will be held
tonight by the A. 0. H. Auxiliary
at the Catholic clubhouse on West
Incnuv. A fificcn pound turkey
will he ruffled omduring the eve-
ning.
A nrnb bag. a Santa Claus. a
Christmas tree and a number of
games will combine for a good
timc. Mrs. floscph Cahili is.chair-
man of the committee in charge.
A program of entertainment is
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Ladie‘s' Umbrellas
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Ladies’ Wool
. Gauntlet 'Gloves
$3
Ow
Ladies’ Slickers
$3.95
Ladies Scari‘s
FOR Till-1
MEN
w
it
$4.95
Men’s Belt and
Buckie Set
$1 .00
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;_ ' oMEN’S
‘ OVERCOATS
Wonien’ s Organizations Plan
~ Cordial Welcome To Santa
On His 1926 Visitation
Works As Saesglrl and Shows Woman Their Mer-
Tomorrow She Sets Herself Task of Explaining
low Christmas Shopping Can Be Done With-
$1.00 ‘° $5.95
$1.90 ‘° $1.59
Lsdies’ Hand'chiefs
25c to $1 Per Box
. $1.95 ‘° $3.95
Men’s Lumberjacks
Big Ulster Models
Wm $24.50
Were Revealed to Her-—
belng planned at tho prcscnt time
for the children's pariy to be when
under the auspices of the Pride of
Uncns Council at Red Men's hull.
Washington sircct. Dcci-mhcr '23,
Ornpgcs and candy will he gii'bn in
the boys and girls. Sadie Moore
is chairman in charge.
The Norwalk branch of the Son-
men'g institute has just complctcm
a number of (‘hrlsimns hugs which
are to be, sent to the institute in
New York city.
Old Well Commnndcry will give
its Christmas party for children on
U. S. or A. hull. 'l‘hcro will be a
i‘lIrINimzm iron illlii u play which will
lw III-ought from New York city.
Norunik girl scouts will gather
llvv‘i'vllht'r L’ll Iiround ihc'Municipal
i‘hris‘mus tree on the. Green to sins
('ill‘iHlllliiH i'nrols.
Today is doll day for the scouts
and nil sorts of dolls, dressed by
tho scouts ihcmsclws for the chil-
dwn of the county home and for
the Duy Nurscry, are turning up at
lIcuquIurtcrs. 2i Main street.
Election of oificcrs will be held in
connection with the annual Christ—
mns trco exercises of the Lady Jen-
nings lodge, Shepherds of Bethle-
hcnI in be held in Red Men‘s hall.
Washington street, tonight.
Miss Lililnn lfibrguson has charge
of the program of entertainment for
the Berkeley chuptcr. Order of East-
erII Stair, party to lic. lIcld follow-
ing the regular Int-cling in the Ma-
sonic Temple on Iicrkclcy street. to-
nighi. Mrs. llorncc Richards has
charge of the rcfrcshmcnts.
Just for thc (hlldrcn will be the
(‘hrisining pur y to be given by the
I‘hilrlrcn of Mary in the basement
of St. Mary's church. December 18.
Miss lluth l'fzingcr. Miss Wini-
frr-w Evcrson and Miss Margaret
the night of January ii in the 1".
Manlly will he in charge of the
, thenzqm
THE STORE OF CHRISTMAS CHEER
LTO
Entire Store All Set For Useful Xmas Gifts for Dad,
SHOP
Mother and the Boys
for gifts to be.
will like:
Here are a few suggestions
our immense stock of brand '
new toggery needs for men. ‘
.You’ll find something “He”
selected from
s
Men’s Shirts
$1.00 ‘° $7.50
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Men’s. Flannel
Pajamas
$1.65 ‘° $2.50
. . Men’s Hosiery
25c ‘° $1.95
Men’s Gloves
$1.00 ‘° $4.95
Men’s Ties
3 1'” $1.00
To $1.50 EACH
Men’s Initialed
Handkerchiefs
$1 to $1.50 per box
Men’s Bath Robes
$3.95 ‘° $8.95
Slippers to Match
Men's Umbrellas
$1.00 ‘° $5.00
Men’s Cuff Links
500 ‘° $1.50
Men’s Pure Linen
Handkerchiefs ‘
3 "3 $1.00
Men’ 8 Garter Sets
50o ‘° $1.00
Men’ s suede Jackets
$13.95
Men’s Wool Vests
$2.45
CLOTHES?”
$6.45 ‘° $15.50
Boys’ Sheep Lined
‘ Boys’ Slickers
Boys’ Lumberjackets
$2. 95 ‘° $3. 95
SERGE SUITS
In single or double breast-
edm models.
mm $24 50
.l-(l holiday pariy in Im iii'i .I .I' Ill.
(iirls' und Women's club, II. . . .. II. -
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Illnir‘ullilui "1 Is lilo (Mir 3“ 4...‘
ihc. hiddic putty to ill- lil'l'ulng- l I.
the \\'unoma Council 1). ufl' \I m
hers hold a cnrd party at III. hem.
of Mrs. Louise .Canilcld, \\« i Htf‘
nuc. Satur'day night. to lillk ti.»
necessary funds.
Arrangements are now 110””: mm.
plcied hy the nicmbcrs of ”1' Mul-
\oy 'l‘nIlox auxiliary for a hip in
lhn Arlington hospital and his“ a,
trip to tho Noroton Home DI'IinI
ber 19. to take a. little Cilli‘iiiilnsi
chccr.
Comrade Aaron Dawson is (hm-
man of the arrangem‘eeni.. 'III.
delegates from the auxiliary an
Mrs. Anne. Bank. and Mrs. Maxim.
hicQuilinn. Gifts of Jelly. jam and
candy will be taken.
Mrs. Jennie llodwcll. Sr-ymmn
street will be the. basic». im 2.
Christmas party for tho l-Innlv :nm
Circle of the South Norunlk inn-
grcgaiionnl church at her noun-.1): «
ccmbcr 29.
American Legion auxiliiry has
filled its quota of tcn thump”
boxes for disabled veterans and Ir...
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'Boys’ Suits .
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Boys’ Overcoats .
Boys’ Shirts
95:.
Boys’ Blouses
85c
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Boys” Gloves
91,91
Coats . e
Boys’ Mackinaw
Coats
Boys’ Tics
5250—— EACH
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$3.95
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Boys Pajamas
$1“ .00
Boys’ Sweaters
$1.95 t° $4.50
man's Eur
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