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Newspaper
Bridgeport Evening Farmer
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Dec 21, 1912
Page
5
Andsome Poli Theatre gears up for a grand opening, touted as the most modern in the East. The article details lavish interiors, cantilevered balconies, marble foyers, intricate ceiling art by Roberto Pastori, and a new fireproof, climate controlled system ensuring year round comfort for patrons and a landmark in urban theatre design.
The new venue features a latest switchboard for lighting control and a picture sheet curtain showing moving divturee. A corps of men under Manager S J Breen oversees the operation. Fire drills and emergency exits are ready, with twenty three egresses for rapid evacuation. Dressing rooms number twelve and are north of the stage, reached by two stairways. amenities include hot and cold water. Furnishings for smoking lounges and balcony areas, sourced from Geo H Clark Co, enhance the house.
Franklin School presents a praiseworthy Christmas program highlighting teachers efforts and student progress. The exercises display harmony, discipline, and cheerful spirits, drawing commendation from attendees and the community alike.
Stratford observers note the Franklin school Christmas exercises celebrate unity amid diverse heritage. Pupils performed declamations, dialogues, and music, with rooms decorated in color drawings and a Christmas feast for the younger students. Santa Claus distributed gifts as teachers received appreciation for shaping well mannered, polite children.
Building permits totaling 17872 dollars were issued last week for multiple projects across the city. Applications include A Sherman two family frame dwelling and store on Warren Street, a one story brick addition on Pem broke Street, and several other residences and commercial structures on Spruce Park Place St. Mathise Street Highland Avenue Rose Street and more. The Building Commissioners meet next Tuesday December 24 at 2 30 pm to consider Alling Rubber Co and Hawley Hardware Co three story building proposals on Main Street near Willow Street.
The Laborde Gelman Co Store displays Yuletide decor attracting shoppers. Large festive front piece features Santa Claus with evergreen and laurel framing the entrance. White pillars with laurel ropes and bright tungsten lights stand on the sidewalk, creating a striking evening view of the store decorations.
President Frank Farrell of the New York Amateurs announced the release of infielder Del Paddock to Rochester of the International League. Paddock joined the Hilltop forces late in the past season after coming up from the minor leagues in Iowa. He replaces uncertain third base options as Midkiff and Hartzell battle for the position with Hartzell shifting to the outfield as a stronger defender.
George B. Clark and Co of Broad Street completed furnishing for a new theater. The contract totals a thousand dollars and the firm defeated many bidders. The store showcases extensive furniture and decor, emphasizing harmony, taste, and accessibility for families and children.
An advertisement touts Cyrus Wart Remover as a painless method to remove warts within days. The promo directs readers to purchase at The Cyrus Pharmacy located at 203 Palfield Avenue.
President Taft plans permanent residence in New Haven as he assumes the Kent Professorship at Yale University next spring. A friend will seek a suitable residence, and the corporation is to be approached about the professorship, which includes lectures on international and constitutional law.
New Haven Police seek a man who planted an alarm clock in a package and left it in a post office lobby with a note saying it would go off at 3 o clock. Hartford Louis Saxon convicted of first degree murder for shooting his wife in a New Britain fruit store. New London John Chipman, car cleaner, struck and killed by a train at the station. New Haven William Stewart, alias Diamond Lil, taken to Chicago charged with theft. Hartford Outdoor Yuletide celebration planned with a Christmas tree in Bushnell Park and daily singing. Greenwich Town meeting to consider raising 600 000 for town road improvements. Most Granby Rev George B Lincoln 63, pastor of Congregational church, dies at home from pneumonia. Most of his life spent in Michigan.
An advertisement for CleanEasy hand soap touts skin safety and instant removal of stove polish rust grease ink paint and dirt. It lists Winn 244 Bitford Ave as contact or origin and emphasizes a large size offering.
A Monday evening cabaret dinner at the Stratfeld theatre promises the city’s most entertaining event yet. Acts include The Bell Family and the Wilson Brothers with others from New Haven and New York, followed by a gala after the regular performance. Tickets are limited and on sale at local shops and the Stratfield hotel. sales end after 6 pm.
Trenton December 21 President elect Woodrow Wilson shows irritation at rumors he has already chosen cabinet members He says no appointments are made and he is reviewing candidates before any public announcement Col Breen and other figures visit the governor with no discussion of the conference in advance Also note lists of officers for the Progressive club and a New Year open house plan
A lengthy memorandum from workers and unions outlines strikes and vigilance around a Connecticut factory. It details wage scales, shift schedules, and restrictions, with references to shop committees, the firm Edwards & Co, and measures to prevent subversive work stoppages while organizing protective action.
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