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Newspaper
Bridgeport Evening Farmer
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Dec 08, 1915
Page
12
Movement of delegates from New York Boston and Chicago on Tuesday December 8 1945 reported with emphasis on party alignment and regional representation amid wartime political activity.
The piece criticizes Theodore Roosevelt for his aggressive anti Wilson stance and his urge to arm the United States for broad European and Mexican conflicts. It argues Roosevelt misapplies European political economy to American realities, questions the desire for war, and questions the call to defend Belgium before readiness.
The article reviews Judge Williams imposing a stern sentence on Representative Clitus H. King for offenses against public trust. It contrasts King’s punishment with broader frauds tied to New England industries and railroads, noting the unequal reach of justice. The piece cites political ties, community duties, and calls for stronger accountability in higher crime, touching other brief notes on vessels and exhibitions.
Prince Peter Alexievitch Kropotkin, famed Russian revolutionary and scholar, nears seventy three with a daughter Mrs Sasha Kropotkin Lebedoff who defends Pan Slavic ideals in England. Her husband Boris Lebedoff, exiled journalist, shares a life between Britain and Russia while the prince's own career includes exile, scholarly praise, and a gold medal from the Russian Geographical Society.
Albert Thomas, Under Secretary of State for Artillery and Munitions, heads the independent wartime department that runs French artillery and munitions factories. A socialist-leaning writer by training, Thomas is credited with mobilizing a vast workforce, including many women, to produce heavy shells and field guns, earning admiration as a key figure in France’s war effort.
An essay argues that mixed Native American heritage, once scorned, gains note as society evolves. It cites Mrs. Galt, the President's fiancée, as an example of inherited indigenous blood. The piece contrasts historic frontier attitudes with a view of Native traits as enduring and potentially valuable under modern industry.
The schooner Mary Ann McCann home port Bangor Maine lies at Wests dock Pembroke street for the winter. It carries lumber between Maine and the port in the open months. The tug George McCaffery arrived with five light boats from New London, then added five more to her tow and proceeded to New York.
Hundreds of patrons attended an experimental morning matinee of photoplays at Polis theatre despite poor sidewalks and unfavorable weather. The show aimed to aid night factory workers and a second program is planned Friday from 10 to 1 if patronage supports it.
The twelfth annual Rivers and Harbors Congress convened in Washington as Secretary of Commerce William C. Redfield opened the meeting. Senator Randall of Louisiana, president of the Congress, read the annual report in the morning session. The convention runs three days. Local religious and educational classes begin later, led by T F Willmore and Rev Kenneth Mackenzie with broad enrollments and evening programs.
The article traces the origin of cremation in America with Colonel Henry Laurens as the first cremation in 1792. It notes the spread of cremation, mentions later adoption, and cites that over 100,000 bodies have been cremated in the United States and Canada, with current crematories in the U.S., Canada, Panama, and Hawaii. It recalls ancient practice by Greeks and Romans and evolving religious views.
Frank Milo of this city has suffered an indefinite suspension of his driving license after arraignment before Secretary of State Charles D. Barnes on the charge of operating an automobile while intoxicated. Washington. Dec. 8. Also noted is the census bureau report of cotton bale counts and Michigan crop conditions including winter wheat data and November figures.
Christmas gifts that are serviceable can be had in great variety at the Alling Rubber Co. The notice highlights a range of practical items suitable for holiday giving and notes the firm’s selection available to customers.
Readable ad item lists a range of children’s rain coats in rubber surface and cloth, including boys’ rubber coats from 2.75 dollars and boys’ cloth coats from 3.50 dollars, with gris coats and gris capes also shown.
A large selection of ladies rain coats offered in black surface, leather color, and cloth surface finishes. Prices shown reach down to 14.00 with many models available for immediate purchase.
Silk stockings in colors for fancy dancing slippers including navy blue bronze red pale blue pale pink and gray priced from 1.00 to 2.00. Black silk stockings also offered for Christmas at 75 1.00 1.25 1.50 and 2.00.
Delicate pink, blue, and white taffeta with lace trim and bouffant skirts. Crepe de Chine in lavender, pink, and blue with lace flounces. Jersey tops with silk flounces. Prices range from $1 to $1,965.
Classified item lists men slippers in lack tan and chocolate kid leather styles including Cavaliers Operas and Everett Alligators. Prices $2.00 and $3.50. Also mentions Gomfy and Bain warm felt on the second floor.
Interwoven four pair men’s half hose in a box priced at one dollar. Holeproof six months guarantee six pairs in a box two dollars. Men’s silk hose offered in several grades and desirable colors. Displayed on the main floor.
Prices are cut in the millinery section with reductions on hats for street, dress, or car use. A wide variety is available and buyers are urged to visit the shop to choose a hat that suits them as price adjustments are made to fit. The millinery shop is located on the second floor, room 14.
Hartford in December term, Daniel H Davis former postmaster West Woodstock pled guilty to embezzling from the mails. Judge Thomas fined $50 which he could pay. Noack Jr pleaded guilty to perjury over passport for Norwalk instructor Oehlischiegal with a $25 fine and costs. Williams faces indictment over money order. Puccio and Danbury subcontractors charged with eight hour day violations. bonds set at $500. case for January 11.
The Foreman's Club of the Remington Arms formally organized after a premeeting dinner. Officers elected include H. B. Wells as president, Co. F. McGill as vice president, and J. D. Cutter as secretary treasurer. A board of governors and committee chairmen were named.
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