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Newspaper
Bridgeport Evening Farmer
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Aug 13, 1913
Page
9
The speaker argues a church superintendent must command conservative respect, possess executive gifts and human insight, be a skilled financier and original thinker, and excel in writing and oratory. A generous pension plan and bread and butter allotment are proposed as sound business for churches.
Two hundred citizens gathered in Bridgeport's Common Council chamber to oppose the proposed wholesale paving plan funded by Warrenite, arguing heavy costs fall on homes. They urged a fair taxation method based on value and use, warning the plan to levy half the cost on residences is unjust and illegal.
The Episcopal church has proposed half pay for ministers over sixty five with widows and orphans provisions. The plan reflects the impracticality of sustaining clergy financially as age advances and family costs rise, contrasted with Baptists and others not adopting similar measures.
The article recalls the first anti abolition riots in Philadelphia seventy nine years ago, attacking hundreds of Black homes and injuring residents over three nights. It notes riots spreading to Boston and other cities, and compares later draft riots in New York. It cites harsh views of abolitionists and a Twain quote on the era’s infamy.
In Manila, two cities exist one old Spanish walled town and a modern American sector city thrives under Yankee rule with progress in sanitation, commerce, and architecture. The piece contrasts eras, notes lower mortality, higher birth rates, and a blend of Spanish and Asian traits amid celebratory events for the anniversary.
The article contrasts nipa palm houses squeezed among larger dwellings with the universal white duck attire for men. Women’s dress is varied and colorful, while native Filipinos wear loose, flowing garments. In extreme heat in Manila, women’s frocks become very thin and reveal more than they conceal, and children play naked in the streets.
The article surveys Emma Eames, born in Shanghai in 1867, her Paris debut in 1889, Covent Garden acclaim, and two marriages, then notes Sir Arthur Liberty and his influence on English fashion and taste, plus Dr. Felix Adler’s birth and work. It ends remarking that three state elections will require many politicians to work.
Martin H Glynn lieutenant governor of New York state may assume the duties of governor if Governor William Sulzer is removed by impeachment. the report outlines the constitutional succession and potential transition pending the outcome of proceedings.
City Board of Health debated poultry within limits as inspectors found complaints often unwarranted. Board to seek City Attorney ruling on license revocation for milk sales. Also examined double running boards on trolley cars and ordered further inquiry. Public hearing set September 8 on noise nuisances from Mitchell Dairy. Also noted probationary aid for 1000 Chicago men and Turkey's demand on Adrianople.
A local sale advertises the closing of discounts on Furniture, Trunks, Bags, Draperies, Rugs, and Upholstery Fabrics with the House Furnishings sale ending Saturday night. It notes reduced prices on cotton spreads at 1.25, clearance of summer dresses with marks down from 6.00 to near to close, lawn and gingham fabrics, white cotton marquisettes, Voiles, silk coats, and Neglige shirts with low prices across departments Second Floor and Men's Wear.
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