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Newspaper
Bridgeport Evening Farmer
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Dec 16, 1914
Page
3
A brother, separated from his sister for nearly a decade, is joyfully reunited after local police locate Mia Price in the city. Captain Arnold and Detective Bray helped track her down after the sister, a graduate nurse, had lost contact due to a remarriage.
The piece contrasts extremes in holiday giving. Nervous donors hand expensive gifts or, opposite, give little or no presents, all underscoring obligation rather than generosity. It advocates simple acts like helping relatives and delivering baskets to the needy to keep joy and humanity intact.
Prepared especially for this newspaper by Pictorial Review.
The article explains reverse trimming on waists, detailing outer front assembly, perforation guidance, and sewing steps. It covers alignment of edges, under-arm and shoulder seams, gathering, collar attachment, and finishing with lined sleeves and peplum integration.
The verse reflects on a day spent helping others and easing suffering. The speaker hopes actions that bring hope, laughter, and comfort to the needy honor a higher purpose and allow peaceful rest at night. It honors everyday benevolence and humble service as meaning.
A collection of kitchen directions for meat pies and soups. Instructions cover preparing veal and ham stock, browning butter, simmering with oysters, making rice with bacon and tomatoes, and a dessert using macaroons and custard cups. Variations include omitting oysters or brandy.
A U S special report says the Hobson nationwide prohibition amendment and the Moore suffrage amendment will be defeated before month’s end. States split on dry and wet lines. anticipated votes show a two thirds requirement unlikely to be met.
An old advertisement touts 15KEY Honey and Tar P A Prd sold in Conejo California claiming it cures severe colds sore throat and lungs without opiates or harmful drugs. Testimonials from Dr John W Taylor W L Cook and Humdle's Drug Stores emphasize patient satisfaction and strong cough cold relief. The text also notes a steel t of Armstrong Whitworth near Longueuil and a Michigan governor paroling a prisoner for theft. A misspelled line asks Girl Wanted Read The Parter Wanted.
Readers seek guidance on romance and propriety in love letters to Miss Libbey. The column advises focusing on the current partner when they travel and discourages inviting other suitors, while encouraging legitimate courtship and parental support to avoid unhappiness.
A seventeen year old writes seeking guidance on choosing one of two admirers. The adviser suggests telling the truth to the rejected suitor and giving time and attention to the man she loves most, urging frank treatment rather than involving her mother.
Advice column discusses a country girl’s trip to the city and the risks of flirtation and new experiences. It argues a betrothed man has power only if engaged, and urges proposing to secure commitment. The piece contrasts city temptations with rural expectations and ends with plans for marriage to a farmer.
A father recalls a harsh childhood room and creates a third floor juvenile paradise for his son. The sunny, well ventilated space features barred windows, a padded rug, safe surfaces, minimal breakables, and a sturdy play area with books and magazines within easy reach.
Supt Birmingham orders street sergeants to inspect cafes cigar stores and similar sites for punchboard violations and enforce statutes. Police note boards caused forgery and false pretenses charges linking to Otto Stankey and John Mulvin with multiple arrests cited.
In a crowded office scene, Harry Griswald pushes for an extension report as votes split over a proposed 200000 cash sale and note to Vivian. Tension rises among Wallingford Vivian and Welles as the plan to form a five member corporation with a one million dollar stake unfolds.
The piece recounts aggressive stock maneuvers within a business circle led by Peter Wilkinean and associates. Griswald and Wallingford discuss Curtis and others as rivals while Wilkinean consolidates control, buying shares and ousting opponents. A note mentions a coronation memory and a British ties moment.
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