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Newspaper
Bridgeport Evening Farmer
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Dec 11, 1915
Page
9
The mayor says he was not forced to appoint the Vice Commission, countering Zenas L. Potter of the Russell Sage Foundation. He argues that if he clears the Red Light District, shuts drinking clubs, and closes concert halls, the public will accept the move and overlook the reasons.
Mayor Wilson touted himself as the sole supporter of the commission plan inspiring a large movement that drew 4000 voters from old party lines. The piece questions the gap between proclaimed friendship to the plan and actual actions and asks why progress is delayed and deeds aren’t seen. It mentions Henry Lee as a potential office holder if not for the alleged influence of a blood coin and mayoral claims.
A report argues that belief in the suffrage movement shows mixed signals from recent elections. It cites Massachusetts 40 percent support, Pennsylvania 25,000 converts, and New York where over half a million voters backed suffrage, surpassing the 1912 ticket vote, signaling progress toward achievement.
Four years of public demand and two elections backed an ice plant yet the project stalls. A committee, some openly opposed, delays progress while Warrenite expenditures continue. Citizens wonder when the plant will be built and begin delivering the promised benefits.
The article argues that war affects population through marriage, birth, and mortality rates. It notes Britain shows rising births alongside more marriages and suggests Europe’s population may be less depleted than expected. It anticipates earlier marriages and stronger infant protection as postwar responses and frames human loss as the main cost of war.
Wealth of old ideas clash with new world realities as President Wilson faces a congress or deficit from imports. The piece contrasts Senator George P. McLean’s tariff fixation with fresh policy needs, noting how party grooves hinder new thinking amid wartime and economic pressures.
A fragment reflecting an old-world view contrasts habit and economic stagnation with the urgency of the present, asserting roads as a greater fear than hostile guns. The line evokes a period voice emphasizing practical progress over lingering danger.
As Christmas two weeks away, U S toy trade swells with writers noting Winchendon Mass as the American Nuremberg while war shifts production from Nuremberg Germany to Canada Britain France and the United States. The article contrasts Nuremberg once Santa’s HQ with Winchendon the American toy heartland reachable through factory towns and cottage gardens. The Massachusetts town produces about half of North America’s toys with a strong, well paid workforce and more economical production.
General Sir Francis Reginald Wingate, 54, Sirdar of Egypt and Governor General of Sudan, is praised for stabilizing Egypt, countering German agents, and earning trust of locals. A Glasgow native, educated at Woolwich, he rose from Royal Artillery to Egyptian service after 1888, earning multiple honors and authoring works on Egyptian Sudan.
Commissioner Buckingham of this city attended a conference with the Compensation commission in New Haven. The commissioners compared notes on the law and discussed recent cases. Buckingham is the only member from whose decisions no appeal has ever been taken. A department of commerce and labor representative praised the commission’s work.
William Marion Reedy editor of the St. Louis Mirror born in St. Louis 53 years ago today. The Mirror started as a local society weekly but gained fame worldwide for his satiric commentary on politics religion literature art and philosophy. He joined the Mirror in 1883 and bought it three years later shaping its policy and earning an international following. Politically he followed Henry George and defended the single tax.
The piece notes the December 1873 formation of the first Reformed Episcopal Church in New York under Bishop George David Cummins. It traces its spread to states, Canada, and Britain, its size about 12,000 communicants, and outlines doctrinal stances rejecting priesthood as a separate order and defining the Lord's supper and baptismal regeneration within their church polity.
John Francis Moakley marks his fifty second birthday. Since 1899 he has built Cornell track and cross country into a powerhouse, inspiring top performances and turning raw material into champions. Ithaca honors a legendary athletic director.
Ridgefield Conn December 11 S Claude O Connor editor of the Ridgefield Press died today after a short illness He was a native of Newport Vt and was in his 69th year He was educated in Sherbrooke Quebec served in the Vermont National Guard as a captain of a company for ten years and was raised a Mason in his home town He was a Templar of the Newport Commandery and a Sea of Pyramid Temple of Bridgeport He came to Ridgefield in 1835 and held several town offices He was a doorkeeper in the General Assembly of 1911 A daughter Catherine A O Connor survives him
Chicago reports from Baraboo Wis claim the Ringlings sold the Forepaugh Selis circus name to B E Wallace Charles E Corey and Jerry Miggivan but local circus offices dispute the tale saying a large offer was refused and the Ringlings will likely keep the name and equipment for Barnum Bailey use.
A thief entered the Institute of Chicago on Michigan Boulevard through a skylight, eluding three watchmen and taking a collection valued between 35000 and 50000 dollars. The five ancient French pieces, gifts from La Verne W. Noyes, included a diamond and opal necklace, opal brooch, diamond earrings, a watch, and a diamond opal pendant. The burglar descended by rope after robbing the display case.
The annual coast guard report to Congress proposes two cutters for the Pacific coast and Alaska waters, one for New York harbor and another for San Francisco harbor at a total cost over 500000. It calls for rebuilding 21 of 276 stations and cites 1507 lives saved, 10927720 value of vessels assisted, and total coast guard costs just over 35 million. Only five days in the year saw no wreck or rescue work.
Red Cross Christmas seal sales run in major dry goods stores to aid tuberculosis relief through Bridgeport's Visiting Nurse association. Nine tenths of a cent and nine mills go to the tuberculosis department, funding comfort, warm clothing, pure food, and out of door treatment for patients. Local workers in multiple shops organize the daily booths with named volunteers guiding the first day sales. A pickpocket struck Water Street last night, stealing a watch, chain, and $45 from Erson Hendrickson.
The Rubber Store showcases gifts for Christmas including hot water bottles in attractive boxes priced up to 1.50, rubber boots arctics rubbers in all styles, leather dress wool and fur gloves, and rubber coats suitable for boys and men.
A varied listing of colonial mahogany furniture and decorative items including winged fireside chairs tapestry coverings and mirrors, consoles, secretaries, and Windsor pieces. Also described are copperware, brass and silver items, leather goods, traveling boxes, tool kits, and assorted small household articles with assorted prices.
About three Bostwick Avenue property owners appeared before the common council claims committee last night seeking abatements of new sewer assessments. They say they have already paid for a sewer still in use and object to being charged for a newly built sewer to drain the street in heavy storms.
An 800 job loss tied to a $150,000 fire hits a farmer, prompting want ads and warnings about cost and wait times. The notice outlines available vacancies and the economic impact on rural livelihoods, urging applicants to respond quickly to posted opportunities.
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