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Newspaper
Bridgeport Evening Farmer
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Dec 07, 1911
Page
9
An entry shows a rate of .83 per annum and 81 per annum as entered in the Bridgeport Connecticut Postoffice listing for class matter.
Editorial notes the coroner’s resignation after promising not to hold both offices. It credits his keeping the pledge, despite Republican opposition and rumors he would not resign. The piece cites public duty and praises the decision, while mentioning mayoral and judicial context and election results in Dunn and Rockville.
Two Democratic mayors were elected this week in Willimantic and Rockville. Daniel Dunn of Willimantic and Judge Lyman Tingier of Rockville were praised for militant democracy and long public service. The victories came despite socialist challenges, with voters backing incumbents who had strong records and opposed partisan scheming.
A tribute to Thomas Hood Macdonald describes a life of singular usefulness at the American Graphophone Co. He led workers with care, secured a nine hour day in 1903, and earned respect from all levels of staff. His inventive mind shaped the company and his compassion honored the labor force.
The article honors Thomas H. Macdonald for securing a nine hour day without wage cuts for unskilled artisans at a large Bridgeport factory. His earnest appeal united workers who lacked organization or spokesmen, and the plant benefited for over twenty years from his efforts. Bridgeport mourns a citizen of sterling worth.
The Hartford Times and New Haven Sunday Register urge continued support for Governor Simeon E Baldwin of Connecticut. They argue Democratic leaders back Baldwin and that his unfinished work requires another term to align with a cooperative legislature and maintain stable state governance.
Mayor Wilson presided as Patrick Kane outlined the department’s aid system and records of home inspections. Brennan’s figures showed city charges to various institutions, ambulance calls 59, Emergency hospital treatments 163, total prescriptions 259, with disputes over ambulance repairs and a $900 request for outside poor care referred to the Common Council.
The Silver Section on the lower floor showcases a broad range of unique silver and plated items. It features Sheffield and Quadruple Plate pieces such as fruit baskets, candlesticks, teapots, tea caddies, and serving wares with thread edge and grape border motifs. Dutch silver baskets and tall vases add decorative appeal, with repousse details enhancing realism.
Utility a Carpet Sweeper two grades at $2.50 and $3.25 difference in finish Every household needs and uses one In the Carpet Store The Gift Room attracts its crowds daily Purchases may be made if one desires If you do not receive a Farmers Almanac ask for one The Dennison Section offers gay Dressings for Gifts Holly and Mistletoe Boxes Seals Posters Wax and Artificial Poinsettias on the lower floor Dolls Furniture White Enameled Beds Dressers China Cabinets Tables and Chairs Mahogany Four post ers for large dollies Dolls Trunks of substantial build and large size Furniture Store fourth floor Luxurious Traveling Bags Horned Alligator Grained Leather Russian Calf Cowhide Walrus English Kit Bags Sole Leather Hat Boxes and Trunks Week end Trunk existing novelty article of great convenience fourth floor
A compact note describes a B. AM. Read Company timepiece mounted on wood with a white enamel face rather than the usual tin. The description highlights material and finish differences in this model.
Old Mystic Baptist Church has called Rev. Henry Anderson of Sterling to be its pastor. Local ads offer fresh oysters and a wide variety of fish at W. D. Cook & Son. Quilty’s Dancing Academy in the Colonial ballroom advertises six private lessons to learn the waltz and two step, with lessons daily for Christmas pianola pianos at Steinnert’s.
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