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Newspaper
Bridgeport Evening Farmer
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Dec 24, 1914
Page
9
The Hartford Convent says Tax Commissioner Corbin stands among the foremost students of the tax problem but fears his proposal could impose an oppressive rate on railroads. It notes Connecticut is not inclined to choke New Haven, which has through its lobby extracted millions from the state.
Ex President Taft argued for respectful hearing on civil service reforms noting executive actions expanded its scope. The piece criticizes party politics, asserts merit alone cannot guarantee steady employment, and calls for a plain statute to run civil service without partisan drift.
The Bridgeport Telegram wins a libel suit ruling in George Burns favor after a contended 4000 gallons vanished from Burns tank loaned to the city. The court finds the newspaper unjustly accused Burns, noting gasoline loss could occur by leak or other causes and praising Burns’s reputation. Both plaintiff and defendant are vindicated and the decision is described as costly and unwieldy yet just.
The Hobson amendment vote reveals a dry tilt in public sentiment, with 189 for and 197 against. Republicans 67 and Democrats 114 supported the dry position, plus one progressive, signaling that many lawmakers perceive strong anti alcohol feeling nationwide, though New England remains less dry. The liquor lobby faces trepidation as the temperance issue could rise to prominence if not acted upon by 1916.
The article notes submarine blockade as a looming issue of war, arguing that new weapons require international rules. It recalls balloons torpedoes and submarines existed in crude form during the Civil War and emphasizes evolving warfare necessitating regulation.
A historical analysis argues that air dropped bombs and submarine blockades alter warfare norms. It notes the absence of universal international rules, surveys responses to naval blockades, and questions whether America should protest Britain’s North Sea closure or endorse countermeasures against enemy merchant ships. It highlights Von Tirpitz’s plan and its potential implications for neutral shipping and civilian harm.
New York reports that had World War not intervened, Ghent would host a banquet for fifty Americans, fifty English, and fifty Canadians to mark the treaty of Ghent. The American Peace Centenary committee urged commemorations in the United States on February 14 and other dates, despite the ongoing war.
The Quebec Cathedral began in 1645 with 1250 beaver skins funding, cornerstone laid by Governor Montmagny and Father Lalement, and completed for Christmas Eve 1650. It survived a 1759 bombardment, the doors never closed except then, and today it seats 4600 in a renowned North American edifice.
A New York expert notes U S Steel officials hold wages steady amid a cautious market. The piece covers a Dallas merger, Mellon voting trusts, Nichols Copper dividend pause, and a historic no bonus policy for United States Steel executives, with broader implications for Wall Street and industry outlook.
Ghent recalls the 1814 signing of the peace treaty between Britain and the United States on Christmas Eve. The Belgian city, once a bustling weaving center of about 190,000, now faces invasion in war, its canals and bridges likened to a Venice of Flanders.
Two German soldiers shot entering Ghent at night prompted a city tension. Germans chose to overlook the incident as orders were to stay out, while Geral B. P. Nafarret offered an explanation citing letters described as very demaring. An investigation into the charges has been started.
On board the S. S. San Diego at Mazatlan December 23 24 a wireless report says Carranza seeks to raise forces to counter Villa sentiment on the Pacific coast. Loyalty in Guerrero is weak and a military guard accompanied the crew to prevent mutiny. Quiet along the coast. soldiers sell arms and ammunition. Mazatlan reports fortifications destroyed and Carranza chiefs may leave the country. Mexican money loses value with one peso worth 15 cents in Mazatlan.
Members of the 14th company Coast Artillery corps held their annual Christmas tree event in the Armory Parlors last night. A large lit tree with tinsel and baubles sat center stage as wives and sweethearts joined the gathering. Quartermaster-Sergeant Walter Oddy acted as Santa Claus while gifts were handed out. The room lights dimmed to spotlight the tree as piano and victrola selections played and attendees sang. Refreshments followed the festivities.
Brownsville Texas December 24 Mexican authorities will hold incommunicado George F Davis of Los Angeles R B Holland of Mexico City and M H Burnham who were arrested days ago on charges that letters from supposed enemies of the constitutionalists were seized.
London December 24 The Crystal Palace, famed recreation hall, will close to the public from New Year’s Day through the end of the war to provide guard quarters for soldiers. It is estimated that at least 10 000 men will bunk in the glass exhibition hall. The move will force the English Cup Final to be moved to other grounds next April.
Daily wear protection and comfort highlighted by a diverse Arctics range for men women and children from 98 cents to 2 dollars. Includes Buckle Arctics and 4 Buckle styles with sizes for Misses boys and children plus a large assortment of guaranteed raincoats for Father Mother Sister and Brother.
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