16 Dec 1913
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Newspaper
Bridgeport Evening Farmer
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Dec 16, 1913
Page
1
City discussion centers on adding two precinct stations in the North and Southeast ends. Plans call for two police captains, three lieutenants, and about 13 patrolmen, funded by pensioning older officers and expanding the force amid political appointment pressure.
Dec 16 New York reports a devastating five story apartment fire in which Sreman his mother and his sister perished. Seven others were injured from flames or jumping. Firemen conducted dramatic rescues. Thomas J McManus on 44 hours leave from a nearby firehouse was trapped in his apartment with his mother Mrs Mary McManus and his sister Mary, a cousin to The MoManter.
Cincinnati reports a fire of alleged incendiary origin at the Salvation Army Home for Men. At least six deaths are feared with several missing. Manager Arthur Sandell of Bangor Missouri and T. Hoddell named among the victims. Four bodies believed still inside the ruins. eight injured in hospital listed as in serious condition. Property loss estimated at 2000000.
The piece urges residents to support Bridgeport merchants to grow stock and trade. It argues spending locally keeps inventories high, expands options, and encourages merchants to meet demand, noting thousands of dollars tied in stock enable wide local choices. Seek inquiries to find items available locally.
Republicans debated reorganization findings at the National Committee on December 16. Proposals included a special national convention to readjust delegate representation and a plan for ratification by state conventions. A separate plan called for two thirds of states to ratify after the committee fixes a basis of reapportionment.
Washington reports state the United States interceded for Spaniards mistreated during Chihuahua City occupation by constitutionalists. Bryan said no recognition of Carranza by the U.S. and described handling via control authorities. Two hundred more foreigners arrive in El Paso. Juarez leaders hope Villa clarifies foreign policy. Venavides cites Spanish merchants as foes of the revolution.
Reports say Albert J Merritt issued Jane Doe warrants by request as state police under Thomas F Egan led the Royal raid last Saturday. The incident raises questions about state police use, local authority, and alleged aims to undermine Eugene Birmingham, city police chief, with officials denying direct involvement in the raid.
Tonight the committee on fire department will meet in the city clerk office for a public hearing on the portion of residents of State Street against granting a license to Park City Garage. The garage has operated without a license since July near West Avenue.
Governor Baldwin and Hartford leaders headline the State Board of Agriculture midwinter meeting at Union Hall. Officials and experts discuss costs, soil suitability, poultry, dairy, rural credit, and alfalfa as Connecticut farmers consider expanding beef cattle and other livestock for economic resilience.
Stratford judge Charles H. Peck faced two hours of cross examination in the Connecticut Superior Court as the state pursued charges related to a $750 fee claimed from the Susan M. Perry estate. Peck admitted $100 was given by Mrs. Perry as a “little present” and argued he was owed for visits and trial advice, while disputes over a letter authorizing the fee and the handling of documents stirred the proceedings.
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