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Newspaper
Bridgeport Evening Farmer
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Dec 26, 1912
Page
7
Listing shows office locations and price terms for newspapers and telephone rooms. Mentions 1287 ideas offices, 1208 daily edition and weekly edition rates. Per annum pricing indicated for daily and weekly editions.
The Roman Catholic observance of St Stephen the first martyr is noted with a brief account of his role among Jerusalem’s earliest deacons. It recounts his defense before the council, his vision of the Lord at God’s right hand, and his martyrdom by stoning, while acknowledging his service as a deacon.
A survey of Yuletide celebrations across Latin America and related regions, detailing Mexico’s Nativity tableau with stable scene, family processions, sweets and drinks, and similar traditional rites in Cuba and South American republics. The piece notes seasonal summer in the southern hemisphere and contrasts with European customs.
The Hartford Courant faces criticism from Hartford’s own press watchdogs over its stance on municipal ownership. The dispute centers on Hartford’s splendid water works and the broader question of public versus private control of utilities amid political uproar and historical context.
The message discusses Hartford's alleged ability to filter information and contrasts it with New Haven and Bridgeport where the private monopoly controls access. It asserts Bridgeport residents have attempted reform and references a committee on journalistic misconduct as the sovereign people of Connecticut.
Cardinal OConnell of Boston writes and composes a hymn sung at the Christmas midnight mass in Boston Cathedral. The piece elevates the Holy Name with lines praising Jesus and urging steadfast faith amid greed and strife, led by Pope Pius and a Christian mission.
The piece traces Christmas from ancient sun worship and Mithraic rites to modern secular celebration. It recalls Stephen Girard, the 1831 Philadelphia magnate who left funds for a city college for orphans, and recounts his wealth and posthumous philanthropy.
American theatre goers may see Viscount Dangan, 22, heir to the Earldom Cowley, perform as a chorus man in a musical comedy after a prior life as a scene painter. Known in London as the Waltzing Viscount, he is Arthur Wellesley, first-born son of Earl Cowley, with a famous lineage including the Duke of Wellington. His shift to acting echoes historic noble performers, while his salary climbs to a weekly twelve dollars.
It was fourteen years ago tonight December 26 1898 when Mrs Leslie Carter first appeared in Zaza placing her among America’s top actresses. The article marks the anniversary of her breakthrough role and enduring association with the character.
The St Rose Circle hosted a whist party at Mr and Mrs Michael Blake home on Walnut Tree Hill. seven tables played, proceeds netted 8.50, prizes awarded to winners including Wm Driecoll and Katherine Lang. A painful accident injured Master James McConville during wood loading. he is at St Marys Hospital under Dr Kennedy care.
After Christmas business stabilizes as stores push extra value sales this week. Shoppers who received coins as gifts may be drawn in by discounts and promotions across departments. Remaining week offers aim to convert holiday impulse into purchases.
Bridgeport shoppers anticipate the annual after Christmas sale of stationery in broken boxes. The Center Tables at the Stationery Section display boxes with two or more kinds, some containing correspondence cards. Fresh unopened holiday boxes are offered at lowered prices.
The piece notes a new Nell Rose shade of Charmeuse silk, inspired by Eleanor Randolph Wilsons bouquet, with a silk house dyeing to exact color. Trademark registered, 40 inch wide, $2.00 per yard in Silk Section.
Centered linen section offers Japanese embroidered linens in sizes from 18 to 72 inches at low prices. Items include size 18 inches for $1.00, 24 for $1.25, 30 for $1.75, 36 for $2.26, 36 for $2.25, plus scarves 20 by 36 for $2.00 and 20 by 54 for $2.25.
A sale offers Wilton Rugs in sizes 36 by 63 and 27 by 54. The larger group features browns tans and olives priced at 5.50, down from 6.50. The smaller group, regular 3.25, now 3.00. Carpet Store on the first floor.
Miss Hazel Egan visits grandmother in Bridgeport while others host and travel over Christmas. Students from Newtown and Bridgeport return home for recess. Bankrupt filings appear in Stamford with Lilian Colpoyes and Francis Colpoyes listing debts and assets.
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