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Newspaper
Bridgeport Evening Farmer
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Dec 15, 1913
Page
9
A newspaper opinion criticizes fire board objections to a bold move by a recently honored official. It argues speed over procedure, asserting the quickest route to becoming a fireman is to be one and condemns denying Bowen pay as unjust. The piece protests perceived inefficiency and defends decisive action.
A festive plea urges humane shoppers to share the burden of buying toys and spending coppers, so clerks can serve all and aid the poor during the season.
The piece traces early sightedness education led by Thomas H. Perkins and the Perkins Institution, notes Paris’s Hospice des Quinze Vingts, then details Gustave Eiffel’s tower and engineering revolutions. It highlights Eiffel’s role in architecture and aviation research, including the Liberty Statue framework and the 1889 exposition.
A satirical critique argues panhandling grows with railroads seeking higher freight rates. It targets the New Haven line as a chief offender, likening beggars to a distressed stockholder plea and urging direct aid to women stockholders and orphans rather than diverted charity.
A century after the Hartford Convention opening on December 15 1814 historians recount how traitors were once labeled forNew England resistance to the War of 1812. Delegates including Harrison Gray Otis and Chauncey Goodrich faced rumors of treason while the assembly urged defense and unity. The event helped end the federal party era despite lingering accusations.
The mayor protested political tensions at the Board of Health and fought to keep Inspector David W. Lynch, saying the decision risks experience. Cites community unease as officials weigh leadership amid broader local issues.
A silent worship service was held at Burroughs chapel of St. Johns Episcopal church conducted by Rev. C. W. Hefflon. The service used sign language for the entire ritual with hymns by the congregation. monthly sessions are planned with the next on January 11 at 3 pm.
The Mississippi river steamer Shiloh operated by Delta Navigation sank while tied to the Memphis wharf early today. All passengers and crew reached shore safely. Officials cannot determine a reason for the sinking. The vessel valued at $45,000.
Three lodges connected to George Washington joined in a Mt. Vernon pilgrimage and placed wreaths in his tomb. Alexandria Lodge No. 22 in Alexandria, Fredericksburg Lodge No. 4, and Washington Lodge of Bedford City sent committees to Washington to participate.
Stewart Swain plans to enter Mount Herman Academy in Massachusetts. A soph English debate adjourned then finished. golf at Beardsley Park saw Ed O Neill accused of losing a ball after 61 swings, amid disputed counts by Begg and Murphy. A cheering squad meeting, Hinky Dee club activity, and National president Hobart Johnson’s San Francisco exposition note follow. Plus traffic injuries involve Clarence Cable and Edward Costello, with Crete’s annexation ceremony under King Constantine.
Rev H E Kelly, rector of St George s church, addresses parishioners on merging St George s and Christ Episcopal churches. He stresses six city districts for seven parishes, urges statesmanlike action, and says any move requires almost unanimous support of both parishes and the Bishop.
The Old World monetary situation shows progress toward relief with the Bank of England raising reserve levels and the German discount rate cut. France delays its loan, while U S policy debates a Currency Bill near a vote. Markets resist pressure and may face year end squeezes as stocks stay sparse. Paterson plans transform Second Reformed Church cemetery into a park with transfer of early settler remains.
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