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Newspaper
Bridgeport Evening Farmer
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Dec 18, 1914
Page
21
Preliminary polls suggest Hobson prohibition and Mondell suffrage amendments will fail in the House for lack of a two thirds vote rather than majority. The fate hinges on states rights doctrine and local voter's autonomy amid mixed support and uncertain ratification prospects.
The article debates why German forces bombarded the English coast. It suggests aims to intimidate Britain, influence public opinion, or lure the fleet, with risks to German ships and strategic impact on Lord Kitchener’s mobilization.
John Paul Jones born in Scotland rose as a Continental officer to command the Ranger and later the Bon Homme Richard. He defeated the Serapis after transferring his crew and stores, dying young with his body finally returned from France to Annapolis in 1905 through Horace Porter’s efforts.
The New York Police Department struggles to curb gangsters with inefficacy in the Baff case amid political protection. The piece argues gangsters influence primaries and elections, shielding themselves through political support.
Admiral Stirling told the House Naval Committee that American coast cities would not likely be bombarded by an enemy fleet. He urged against small submarines and warned the coast defense idea is impractical. He noted U S subs are scattered in yards and canals and called U S torpedoes weak while urging faster ships and improved power.
The United States brokered peace pacts with European nations over 1919. Portugal on Feb 4, Denmark on Feb 5, Switzerland later, Italy in May, Norway in June, and Great Britain, France, Spain by Sept 15. Latin American republics signed. Germany Austria and Russia had not yet accepted.
Correspondent reports King Alfonso of Spain shows deep wartime involvement. He stays up to read French statements and, with his general staff, analyzes army positions on a large French map, offering sharp, modern warfare insights. Public opinion splits among clericals conservatives and military elements, with Senor Maura siding with France. Radical and republican camps show varying calls for intervention or neutrality.
A medical article notes Mallard ducks as larval destroyers to curb mosquitoes and disease spread. Dr Samuel G Dizon reports experiments showing ducks reducing larval habitats after initial fish-based attempts. The study divides a stream area into two halves to test efficacy.
Read Co advertises its Christmas shopping season with a homelike Reading Room atmosphere and staff ready to assist last-minute purchases. It highlights furniture for gifts, dressing tables, chests, music cabinets, and Pianola accessories, plus practical gift boxes, fabrics, and a large men’s wear section near the main entrance.
The D M Read Company describes an experiment with two ponds, one protected from birds and pests, the other open. Ducks introduced to the protected pond rapidly reduced mosquito pupae and larvae within forty eight hours, suggesting ducks effectively suppress mosquito life. Doctor Dixon cites corroborating authorities and notes the broader potential for swamp mosquito control. The piece also references market notes on cotton, a statement on terminology used for British soldiers, and the formation of the Bankers Club of America in Wall Street.
A local ad promotes practical Xmas gifts for babies and boys including rubber boots balls dolls toys hats coats exercisers sports gear and warm outerwear inviting readers to see the full line in store.
An advertisement for Radford Co Operative on Fairfield Ave showcases a vast toy and gift sale. Highlights include dolls, Meccano building sets, Flexible Flyer sleds, skating gear, and Christmas tree supplies at various low prices.
Paris reports that towns in seven French departments once occupied by Germans in 1870 71 still carry debt from requisitions. Similar towns under present wartime occupation face further burdens. A plan to ease this by spreading charges across the nation is under consideration. Fernando Gasant resigns as foreign minister. Wreaths and Laurel Roping John Reck & Son.
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