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Newspaper
Bridgeport Evening Farmer
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Dec 09, 1912
Page
5
A St Louis Republic piece recounts a political banquet tale about class and fairness. A driver instructs passengers of varied fares to even the ride, using a five-ten-cent scale as a metaphor for political privilege. The tale ends with a reflection on social hierarchy and the political machine.
Greenwich December 9 Henry F Lear aged 65 was found dead in a roadway yesterday afternoon from heart failure. He had been robbed of a wallet containing 400 in bills and his gold watch and chain were missing. Police believe a hold up and fright triggered the heart condition. He was last seen leaving the railroad station returning home. The body was discovered by an unidentified man who telephoned the station.
A grand jury in Cincinnati, sworn to probe the finances of the Cincinnati Trust Company, began work today. The U S Justice examiner and a state department examiner submitted a 100 page typewritten report detailing the bank history and the conduct of its officers under George B Cox, the deposed Republican leader.
Washington December 9 final plans for the inauguration of the parcels post system which goes into effect January 1 are being completed in Washington today final regulations telling exactly what can be shipped will be completed this week the postmaster general said I firmly believe the introduction of the parcels post system will help solve the high cost of living and I hope the public will appreciate the inauguration of this system it will unquestionably be a success from the start
Meriden December 9 The manslaughter case of William Dumark 15 held for shooting and killing Clarence King 12 during a wild west game postponed to December 23 Dumark released under 1000 dollar bonds The King boy was buried today with his playmates acting as pallbearers The father insists the shooting was accidental
A message from Choca says three Black people died in a mob related incident early today in Mobile. Six other Black people are en route to the city for safe keeping.
Hayes, Cleveland labor leader, avoids ouster after a secret trial where he was acquitted. The Socialist faction allied with the Cleveland Federation of Labor voted against IWW charges that he endorsed non Socialist candidates while editor of the local labor union paper.
F.W. Hurd’s property valued at 11 950 by the condemnation committee for a new high school site. He has until Friday to accept or appeal the decision. A city treasurer’s check awaits his choice and the Board of Education may delay the building plan. Col E Havers urges quick action despite the pending condemnation step.
In New York today Marjorie Gould Drexel and Anthony J Drexel Jr celebrate the birth of their second child, a seven and a half pound boy. The Gould-Drexel heir follows a daughter with parents George J Gould and Edith Kingdon Gould married April 19 1910. Mother and child reported at the Dexel home 1415 Fifth Avenue doing well. A charity whist event proceeds at the Masonic Temple tomorrow evening, eight o clock, with prizes and notes on hands. An unrelated medical ad for Cyrus War Remover appears at Cyrus Pharmacy 253 Fairfield Avenue and Cannon.
The store markets furs as timely investments with a wide range of pelts and guaranteed quality. Listings include ponyskin, muskrat, marmot, sable, mink, fox, raccoon, lynx, and other varieties priced from $7.50 to $175, inviting buyers to act quickly for protection against cold and wind.
Play suits for boys offer genuine delight as they imitate cowboys or Indians. Made of stout fabric, they endure long use and provide constant fun every time a boy wears one. Priced from 1 to 3.50 dollars, available in the front basement.
Ad promotes marabou scarfs described as light warm soft and fine in appearance. Hand made Irish lace collar and cuff sets crochet works are offered, with prices ranging from 3.50 to 10 dollars. Stocks jabots and Robespierre collars are featured in a wide color range. Right aisle front.
A clever little outfit for a boy who enjoys rainy days. A rubber coat a rubber hat and rubber boots in a special set with boots of a unique pattern. Weighty and durable it keeps a youngster dry and content even when he finds it hard to stay quiet. Front b ment.
Dozens of attractive items are offered by a skilled woman and equally by beginners. The current assortment includes scarves, pin cushions, centers, work-bags, pillows, aprons, collars, tie racks, collar bags, and calendars in simple and elaborate designs. Prices range from 25c to 75c, with linen pillow cases at $1.75 per pair and leather skins in several colors at $1.25.
The piece describes bank operations at night with two shifts from 5 p.m. to 9 a.m., including mail intake, checks, and drafting tallies as “scouting” staff process about 3,000 letters daily. It contrasts this with a sensational account of Dahomian female warriors, armed with Spencer carbines and machete like blades, wearing blue kilts with red headgear, fighting fiercely and biting an enemy’s nose when pressed.
Describes a group of Dahomey women warriors as fierce fighters from Martyn’s Life to the Legion. The narrative recounts his experiences with the French Foreign Legion and notes perceptions of gender and combat as unequal among opponents and soldiers.
The editor of the Alkali Eye notes an editorial quote from the Atlanta Constitution reflecting on a night misadventure with a dangerous substance. The piece uses archaic dialect to underscore a warning about risky behavior and its consequences, implying regret over past actions and a cautionary stance for readers.
The passage notes that many muscles are distant from their action point and connected by tendons. It argues this arrangement is natural for convenience, preventing hands or feet from becoming excessively large and cumbersome if power were concentrated there.
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