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Newspaper
Bridgeport Evening Farmer
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Aug 18, 1913
Page
7
In New Haven Senator Jacob Frohlich announces he will challenge John J. Lane for the Democratic mayoralty nomination. The race follows ward caucus votes on primaries with Frohlich backing primaries against a convention plan, impacting next year’s U.S. Senate race dynamics.
Norman Hapgood assumes control of Harper's Weekly once a staple of American educated households. The paper, once central to national thought, declined into decadence. Hapgood is expected to revive its ideals and restore its usefulness and influence. He aims to tell the truth and shame the devil.
The editorial criticizes Director Courtade for wanting secrecy about a city contract until its terms are executed. It argues public contracts should be transparent and that Courtade, part of Mayor Wilson's team, should reveal the written facts about Fairfield Avenue pavement.
Charles F. Brooker, back from Europe, advises on New Haven road ills blaming professional politicians. As New Haven director and Connecticut Republican national committeeman he may be tangled in brass trusts and railroads, with trusts under indictment and the party in distress.
The article debates whether an extraordinary New York session can impeach the governor and cites that in many states the lower house holds impeachment while the Senate conducts trials. It notes suspension of the governor’s duties and lieutenant governor succession, referencing New York and Connecticut practice.
An editorial recounts the founding of Louisburg in 1713 by French settlers, its strategic sea harbor, and its transformation from a grand fortress to a quiet town. It details fortifications, the siege by Pepperell in 1745, and the 1748 return to France, followed by the 1758 renewed British assault under Amherst and Wolfe, shaping regional history.
The article recounts the fall of Louisburg after a brutal siege with Mrs Drucour at the ramparts and the general exchange of gifts with Mme Drucour. It shifts to a portrait of Menelik II of Abyssinia and repeated death rumors, then to Julia Marlowe’s rise in theater, and ends with Richmond Hobson's 43rd birthday and his role in Congress.
Seventy seven years ago today the Dissenters Marriages Act allowed ministers of nonconformist sects to solemnize marriages in their chapels and authorized registrar issued non religious marriage certificates. It marked a major step toward legal equality with the established church in England.
In Bellefourche South Dakota Aug 18 two young sons of Joseph Leveille a rancher near Seim ate cherries and milk. Within minutes they died from an acid reaction the doctors say.
Albuquerque reports a record parcel post shipment as 240 crates of peaches move from Farmington to Galoup through the city. The peaches destined for Galoup will have covered about 1000 miles in transit, ending in this state.
The Navy will submit naval academy entrance exams to a panel of 2000 educators including high school principals and college professors across the country. The move follows criticism that the tests are unfair and illogical, seeking a judgment on exam rigidity and accessibility.
In Washington ten officers of the Sons of Minute Men sail from New York to Bremen to join the German Patriotic Society of America. The flag presented by the Daughters of the American Revolution will accompany the delegation aboard a chartered liner. In Memphis, the Mississippi river packet Bob Lee Jr. was burned at the wharf with steward J S Parker seriously hurt and crew jumping overboard to escape.
Glastonbury reports continuous dry weather harming crops. J. H. Hale estimates peach losses at 1000 dollars per day over ten days, totaling about 10000 dollars. townwide damage could reach 3000 dollars daily. Tobacco crop damage may exceed peach losses.
Norwich August 18 The roque croquet tournament opens tomorrow amid dwindling entry lists and questions about the sport’s popularity. National Association controls the grounds. Philadelphia may host if financial backing fails while players arrive and practice on nine courts at the grounds.
El Paso reports ex-colonel Juan Dozal says General Francisco Villa commands 1500 troops marching from Ascension, Chihuahua toward San Buena Ventura near Gallego Station, likely heading toward the Madera lumber district as army advices indicate the force is moving regrouped.
In New Britain on August 18 George J. Whalen and John S. Riley of Hartford faced continued charges of obtaining cocaine by false pretenses and forging prescriptions. Their trial was postponed due to Dr. William Porter Jr. being in Europe. A September 10 date awaits Porter’s return. Both defendants remain jailed after failing to post 1000 bonds as about six female friends and relatives observed court proceedings.
Promotes thin white Japanese silk middies and washable cotton looks with wide sailor collars and striped silk trims. Highlights autumn designer fashions for women and children, home furnishings, colonial furniture, old pewter, stories, and pattern sections with pricing for the style book and standard patterns.
The National Association for the Advancement of Colored People appeals to President Wilson protesting agitation for segregation of Negroes and whites in Washington government departments. Since the new administration began, pressure has increased on both executive and legislative branches to implement such reform.
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