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Newspaper
Bridgeport Evening Farmer
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Dec 10, 1917
Page
13
In a nationwide discussion, the president plans to present views on how U S railroads should be organized for maximum national use. He weighs private ownership against direct public ownership and broader government control to achieve unified, efficient service.
Report outlines Don Cossacks opposing Bolsheviks in Russia with a presumed three to one edge for non Bolsheviks in elections to the constituent assembly. It notes Bolsheviks performed poorly in Moscow and other regions, while anti Bolshevik factions gain delegates and signal a shifting power balance amid military suppression efforts.
The army disciplines waste in feeding men through company commanders, sergeants, and mess officers. Men receive rations based on menus prepared with the mess officer, aiming to stay within government food allowances. Training lectures for cooks and staff have been well attended and show improvement.
The Fuel administration, Bureau of Mines and Society of Mechanical Engineers plan a national campaign to teach coal economy for factoring purposes. It includes plant inspections and guidance on best coal use with potential water power recommendations if the war extends. It criticizes Bridgeport coal service as wasteful and calls for more efficient shipment practices.
Corine Gaudreau praises Fruit-a-tives for indigestion constipation and headaches after years of illness. The testimonial claims improvement and credits the remedy with saving her life. Box prices listed 50c six for 2.50 trial 25c. Fruitatives Limited advertises mail order options.
A pro wartime article compares coupon and registered Liberty bonds to married and single individuals. It explains that coupon bonds travel freely but registered bonds carry the owner’s name, require paperwork to transfer, and may fetch lower prices, though registered bonds offer more safety if kept with a bank. It urges prudence in handling bonds and avoiding keeping them at home.
Hartford reports from the state civil service commission that on Friday afternoon the non competitive class minimum wage was increased from nine to twelve dollars per hour. The decision expands pay for workers in this category amid ongoing wage discussions in state employment.
Read Co offers solid copper and copper nickel plated ware with many items for the home. The catalog lists chafing dishes, cake baskets, nut and salad bowls, sugar and creams, mayonnaise bowls, bread trays, coffee pots, casseroles, pie dishes, tankard jugs, cracker dishes, cradles for ice, silver handled novelties, steak sets, salad sets, grape and cheese knives, and more priced from about 40 cents to several dollars.
The hat styles described pair fur with velvet satin or beaver in colors demanded by fashion. Fur is deemed flattering for every woman and approved by all. Desirable models feature beaver leopard fox seal and other furs, with the Millinery Section on the second floor.
Advertises a Pathe home music machine with no needle changes and sapphire ball. Promises latest wartime tunes including Goodbye Broadway Hello France Over There Joan of Arc. Encourages visiting the fourth floor to hear selected selections.
Sensible three piece cuddle down sets include bath robe, slippers and blanket in pink blue oxford priced 2.50 3.98 per set. Sleeping blankets pink blue 2.00 2.50 up to 6.50. Bath robes flannel and eiderdown pink blue tan 3.98 each. Indian blanket robes appeal to little boys. Warm leggings white with or without feet 1.25 1.50. Leggings in various colors 2.00 2.50. Toboggans all colors 59c up to 1.25. Sweater sets rose tan Copenhagen blue oxford white Jaeger 6.50 8.50 per set. Scarf sets for children up to 10 years scarf mittens toque tan rose Copenhagen blue Jaeger 3.98. Children’s Shop second floor.
Japanese furnishings scarves and squares embroidered on gold or silver cloth depict landscapes and Fujiyama. Suitable for library tables wall decorations or knitting bags. Squares priced at $2.00 each. Third floor.
Linen gifts for queens include table cloths with scalloped edges and Turkish bath sets in pure linen priced from 5.50 to 8.00. Towels feature colored borders and face cloths in pink blue lavender and gold with boxed presentation. Baby sets on the third floor include bath sheet towels face cloths and bibs, priced from 1.50.
The Infants' Department offers Littlest Beacon bath robes in flannel or eiderdown in colors and sizes up to six years from $1.50 to $2.50. Scarf sets for tiny tots in white with pink or blue trimming sell from $1.50 to $2.50. White sweaters are priced $2.50 to $4.00 and matching white toboggans range 59 cents to $1.25.
A list of gift ideas including gold rings some engraved and others plain bands, bracelets, lockets, and chains. Also includes baby pins bib holders in gold filled and sterling silver, and imitation jewelry priced from 75 cents to 6.50 dollars with varied enamel finishes.
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