Mayor Wilson Cash Tune Drove Bridgeport Paving Plan
A Evening farmer report critiques Mayor Wilson's message on paving and city spending. The column accuses the administration of using pavement projects to raise taxes and profits, arguing the real aim is expansive contracts and public payroll growth, with Bridgeport bearing the cost. The piece contrasts costs of different paving materials and warns of cynical governance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ayor Wilson
Bridgeport
Wilson
New Haven
Crisis in Britain Drives War Strategy and Possible Dictatorship
The article analyzes Britain's wartime cabinet split between France-focused and Eastern front approaches. It predicts a faster war, concentrated control possibly under Lloyd George, and rising calls for unification over partisan lines as public desire for peace grows amid shifting political tides.
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CS I Sens
Angieria
Ilé
Eld
Rumania
Germany
Bucharest
Great Britain
France
Belgium
East
Lloyd George
Count Metternich of Germany Chief Diplomat of Kaiser’s Court
Count Metternich, 63, long trusted by the Kaiser, heads German diplomacy from Constantinople to London. His career began in 1882 in Vienna, with postings in London Paris Brussels and Mecklenburg, and he accompanied the Emperor on many journeys. Earlier he served as German ambassador to England until recalled after differences with the British Foreign Office.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Saint Paul Wolff
Count Metternich
Eisims
Hungary
Guelph
Count Metternich Be‘gan
Vienna
London
Paris
Brussels
Mecklenburg
William
Foreign Office
England
Millbrook Fire Destroys Large Portion of Village Business
Fire swept Millbrook early today causing about 150000 dollars in property damage and wiping out nearly the entire business district. A substantial amount of gold coin, estimated at 500000 dollars, was withdrawn from the Sub Treasury for shipment to Canada amid the blaze.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Poughkeepsie
Millbrook
Canada
Mail Your Xmas Packages Early P O Injunction
Post office urges early mailing for Christmas rush. Postmaster Greene mobilizes large temporary forces. Cancelled stamp system aids speed. prepay postage, address clearly, wrap securely, and avoid sealing. Send parcels early with sender name, and inscribe simple greetings within parcel post rules.
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Post Office
Greene
Bridgeport
Parcel Post Division
Post Office Department
French Aviator Downs Two Hostile Airships in One Day
Sub-Lieutenant Nun gesser shot down two airships within three hours, bringing his total to twenty. The war office reports no other significant developments on the French front last night.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Paris
Nungesser
War Office
Dolge Pioneer In Embalming Methods Buried in Westport
Funeral services were held in Westport today for C B Dolge a pioneer in embalming studies die last Saturday aged about 70 He formerly ran lumber and felt mills in Dolgeville N Y with his brother Alfred Dolge later entering the embalmers supply business He invented improvements in undertakers paraphernalia and discovered the preservative value of formaldehyde and founded a training school for instruction in embalming.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Westport
Conn
C. B. Dolge
Toy Shop Fills Basement With Delights For Children
A storehouse of wonderful toys occupies the basement near Main St, featuring Erector and Mechano outfits, lead soldiers, dolls furniture, building blocks and a wide range of miniature shops. Nippon wares, sets for dining and tea, and embroidered nightgown yokes are shown along with doll dresses and baby clothing options. Prices from 25 cents to several dollars, with many items described as rare or special.
Novelties for the Work Basket Notion Stock Sale
A compact list of sewing and household items offers wax novelties silk spools tape measures thimbles bodkins and needlebooks plus decorative frames and vanity goods. The bottom line highlights a silver basket display holding grapes or oranges and serving as a dining table accessory priced at 1.50.
Dumas the Elder Dies and Legacy in Romances Remains
The founder of a distinct school of romantic literature, Alexander Dumas the Elder, died at Puys near Dieppe 46 years ago today. He innovated a new fiction type famed for vigorous action and adventures across Europe. Monarchs, battles, and glamorous life shaped his works, inspiring many successors despite mixed literary rankings. Charles Evans Hughes admires Dumas, claiming knowledge of Athos and friends, while Charles A. Dana boasted rereading Dumas every winter.
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Alexander Dumas
Puys
Dieppe
Dumas
Europe
Fienerstions
Charles Evans Hughes
Athos
Porthos
D'Artagnan
Aramis
Hughes
Charles A. Dana
New York Sun
Chamber of Commerce Eyes 1000-Member Goal
A special committee met last night and approved plans to raise membership toward a target of 1,000. Campaign details and timelines for the drive were discussed to recruit new members and strengthen the chamber’s activity.
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Chamber of Commerce
Bayonne
N. J
Bayonne Hospital
Latham Widow Of Bridgeport Arts Figure Dies At 78
Mrs Louise Calhoun Latham longtime Bridgeport figure died at 335 Washington Avenue after a yearlong illness at age 78. Daughter of three time Bridgeport mayor Philo Calhoun she married George Woodville Latham and lived in Lynchburg before returning to Bridgeport. Survived by son Calhoun Latham librarian and sister Mrs William B Cragin. brother Charles Calhoun preceded in death. Funeral is Friday from 386 Washington Avenue.
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Louise Calhoun Latham
Bridgeport
Washington Avenue
Latham
Philo C. Calhoun
Connecticut National Bank of
Fourth National Bank of
New York City
George Woodville Latham
Lynchburg
Colgins Society
Brooklawn
Harry W
Reverend Stephen Sherman to officiate at funeral
Mrs. Latham, associated with St. John's Episcopal Church during residence, will be laid to rest in the family plot at Mountain Grove Cemetery with Rev. Stephen Fish Sherman Jr. officiating at the service.
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Stephen Fish Sherman, Jr
St. John’s Episcopal Church
Latham
Mountain Grove
Sailor Arrested For Taking Child's Cash
Sailor Marmulah stationed at Newport Training Station tells Judge Wilder he is on 10 days furlough. If furlough papers are missing his 10 days jail for theft may be served. Marmulah, 60 Goodwin Street, with prior theft records, allegedly took $4 from five year old Harry Hirshkovitz of 61 East Main Street as the child walked to the store.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bradward Marmulah
Newnport
Frank Wilder
B. C. Cronan
Marmulah
Goodwin Street
Harry Hirshkovitz
East Main Street
Dr Nagle Case Nolled Saturday in City Court
Case of Dr W T Nagle of Fairfield killed William Benton on Fairfield Avenue will be nolled Saturday in the city court Coroner Phelan found the physician not to blame He undergoes a bearing before Secretary of State Barnes to determine license status The annual communication of Corinthian lodge No 104 A F and A M will be held at 730 Tuesday night Dec 12 at Masonic Temple for election of officers and other business
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W. T. Nagle
Fairfield
William Benton
Fairfield Avenue
Phelan
Barnes
Corinthian Lodge
A. F
A. M
Masonic Temple
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