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Newspaper
Bridgeport Evening Farmer
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Aug 15, 1913
Page
12
London, Aug. 15. Surprise in England as news arrives that Ambassador Pace is to apologize to Britain for Henry Lane Wilson’s comments on British Mexican policy. The affair has caused little current attention and aroused no hostile feeling.
Marblehead Massachusetts August 15 the Oak Yacht Club cruise ended with a complimentary race for the New York Yacht Club 50footers by the Eastern Yacht Club Captain Reed Anthony supplied a prize The Sea Fox pistol fired the ending gun for the 1913 cruise Park Citys beat Garden Citys 8 to 1 in a weather affected game Mendelson starred with 2 runs 3 hits and 4 steals in four at bats ending with an 8 to 15 score line and a lengthy box score fellow details show hits and errors and base running by Park Citys and Garden Citys including Reis and Frank and Wells.
A Newtown ceremony officiated by Rev L J Flynn united a Brooklyn groom on a secret mission bound for Mexico with a Newtown bride. The couple, lifelong sweethearts, were married in a quiet parlor setting amid family guests and a suspenseful departure to report to duty. The names of both spouses were withheld to avoid jeopardizing the Mexican mission or provoking international tension.
In Washington on August 15 delegates from the National Council of Women Voters debated strategies for nationwide suffrage, while anti-suffragists led by Mrs. F W Scott argued that most American women oppose women entering politics. The council closed a three day conference as suffragists expanded publicity including roof campaigns in the capital with noted women speakers.
Washington August 15 The United States capitol models moved 40 miles cost 2 25 and the railroad company named as defendant in a district supreme court suit for 4000 alleging damage to two structures. Nathan Robinson owns the models shipped from Baltimore for 4 50 with assurance of safe delivery and intact condition.
Washington on August 15 arrangements were completed for the White House reception of foreign delegates to the international congress of refrigeration. The meeting occurs in Chicago from September 17 to October 1. Delegates will stop in Washington on their way west from New York.
Local shoppers are urged to visit Lyford Brothers for a 16 dollar custom suit sale with emphasis on East Side ahaw West End options. The notice highlights affordable tailoring and limited time availability for men’s formal wear.
A furiously advertised sale lists untrimmed hats from 1.00 to 7.00 and introduced discounts on Panama hats, lace waists, petticoats, and sport coats. The ad markets ready to wear hats, straw hats, hats with plum and feather trims, and a wide array of dresses and coats at substantially reduced prices.
San Francisco August 15 Lola Norris the first witness in the Maury I Diggs case under the Mann white slave act testified again about Marsh Warrington Diggs and Drew Caminetti. She reaffirmed her companion’s claims and described steps to Reno while remaining composed during cross examination. The judge adjourned the hearing until Tuesday morning as the defense prepares its case.
Hartford August 15 hundreds of auto owners tour the state and the highway bul letin of the Automobile club of Hartford reports progress on major routes. Southampton mountain road will be completed soon with guard rails installed Avon Mountain road is nearly finished except for rails Canton highway to be finished in a week after top dressing is smoothed Hartford Saybrook turnpike below Middletown is ready with no detours needed Wethersfield avenue near the state prison will be repaired with a recommended detour via Franklin avenue Hartford to South Wethersfield.
Tokio Aug 15 United States signals willingness in principle to pay indemnity to Japanese subjects affected by California alien land ownership laws and to allow Japan to enact a similar vacant act. Official intimations suggest Japan likely will not adopt either option.
Buenos Ayres August 15 The special mission to Washington to thank the United States government for its participation in Argentina centennial celebration will leave here at the end of September. Miss Mollie Sheridan of 244 Wheeler avenue left yesterday for Wilkes Barre Pa where he will spend the rest of her vacation with her cousin Mrs H Leavy.
London Aug 15 The British Parliament was prorogued today and will not convene until February next year unless something extraordinary happens The King's speech in the Lords was unusually colorless The only notable US reference was hope that the 15 million dollar loan to Sudan guaranteed by Britain would boost cotton supply sources for the US cotton industry.
Newark Aug 15 private detectives continue the search for Raymond B Smith secretary treasurer of Roseville Trust Co who vanished after state bank examiners found the bank was more than 200000 short Examiners remain on the truth of the shortage and props for a possible takeover of his outside business interests including a garage and motor sales firm The bank says no other banks are involved and the shortage will wipe out capital stock surplus and undivided profits.
Washington reports the Interstate Commerce Commission has suspended proposed freight rate increases on cantaloupes from New Mexico, Kansas, and Colorado to New York and other eastern markets. The measure, put forward by the Santa Fe Railway, shifts the effective date to December 13.
Grass Valley Cal Aug 15 A resolution to appoint a special committee to cooperate with local businessmen in keeping out Japanese fruit peddlers was adopted last night by the chamber of commerce. All citizens will be asked not to patronize Asiatics.
Crosby Minnesota August 15 Lola Blair 28 dies at home holding her two infants after swallowing poison to avoid arrest on a statutory offense warrant sworn by Mrs William Guith wife of a local contractor Guith was later arrested A deputy sheriff arrived but Blair asked time to pack a suit case then kissed her children and took poison She had married in 1904.
Contrasts in coatees are popular with military bathing suits in vogue. Hand embroidery decorates black taffeta bathing suits while white satin picture hats return to favor. Garment color and trim range from garnet serge with cerise marabou to bright crepe de chine blouses and white tulle vests. New models hint at far east influence with tiered skirts, cutaway coats, and the bayadere sash remaining stylish.
Meriden Aug 15 The state board of mediation and arbitration is deemed useless as it cannot end the Aeolian company strike. Chairman Lucius I Whiton says the board is only in name since the law gives it no functions and it has not met for years. The strike began in July and part of the plant is moving to Hartford. Whiton would travel only if the board could act. otherwise it would be a state expense. Other members are E P Arvine and Hugh C Shaivey. The issue was raised by Governor Baldwin.
A visit to the convict ship Success at Stratford Avenue shines a light on England’s prison era and fuels reformist sentiment in the United States. The ship, last of five vessels, explains drastic penal codes and long sentences, while opening for public inspection from 9 am to 7 pm, highlighting civic progress spurred by Cheshire’s new reformatory and wider reform efforts.
Washington society woman Mrs. Logan Tucker widow of Captain Logan Tucker, last male descendant of General John A. Logan, died suddenly in Atlantic City. Body sent to Washington for interment at Arlington cemetery. The splashy page also lists cosmetic ads and local services.
The store will close Friday afternoon at 12:30 PM during August. On other weekdays closing times are after 1:00 PM, except Saturday when hours end at 9:00 PM.
A collage of 19th century notes discusses Asbestos uses and fireproofing, royal deodands and legal peculiarities, kitchen economies, and witty anecdotes. It compiles Harper’s Weekly quotes, domestic essays, and conversational gags, reflecting period concerns from industry material to social humor.
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