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Newspaper

Bridgeport Evening Farmer

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Dec 28, 1910

Page

7

Lemon duty debate shows tariff rollings and prices rise

The piece argues increased lemon tariffs raise retail costs and reflect how railroads and politics shaped policy. It cites California versus Italian lemon supply, price impacts, and the broad effect on living costs, plus notes Connecticut political maneuvers and local Republican dynamics.

McClure Clark Flint California New York Italy Benator Filot Jomona Congress Senate Bon Aldrich Perkins Aldrich Amelog

Republican candid dates and the march of national progress

The text argues Republicans do not protest Democratic aid and instead advocate public measures. It cites Success Magazine urging legislatures to ratify the income tax amendment, enact acts to allow city use of the commission plan, tighten regulation of public service corporations and carriers, and support direct election of U S Senators by constitutional amendment. It warns legislatures may resist ceding power to the people amid corporate influence.

Success Magazine Commission March of National Progress U. S

War on Birds in 1911 Aims to Save American Game Birds

The National Association of Audubon Societies reports plans to oppose commercial interests seeking to repeal bird protection laws. Officials warn of organized campaigns by milliners and market suppliers to resume plunder of plumage, threatening both birds and crop protection. Leaders call on farmers, sportsmen, and citizens to fund experts and defend restrictions, urging a united national effort against bird slaughters.

Assoiation of Audubon Societies Plana Staten Long Teland Massachusetts New York New York State National Association of Audubon Societies Birds of America T. Gibert Pearson Broadway Pennle

CUDAHYS MAKE U Divorced Wife Spotted At Pasadena

Pasadena notices indicate Ednad Cudahy, ex wife of Jack Cudahy, spent Christmas with their children at the Cudahy home. He acted as Santa Claus and distributed gifts while rumors persist of renewed reconciliation. Movements of the mother remain surrounded by mystery as the children remain in city convent school.

Jack Cudahy Pasadena Cal Ednad Cudahy Jack” Cudahy Cudahy

New Haven Oysters Experts Probe Gulf Grounds viability

Former Senator Franklin L. Homan and Erastus Buckingham returned from a Gulf States inspection of oyster grounds to assess suitability for cultivation as potential additions to New England operations. They found Louisiana oysters superior in flavor, but stated Gulf waters are too salty for open-ocean farming, with New Haven's markets relying on northern grounds for efficiency and purity.

Franklin L. Homan New Haven American Oyster Company Erastus Buckingham Warren R. I Narragansett Bay Gulf States New England Homan Connecticut Rhode Island Gulf Staten Alabama Miasiaaippi Lautatana Texas Tonistana Henatot Haman Staten of Tovisana Mireastopt New Orleans New Orleang New Faeland Lou'siana Gulf Gulf of Mexico Louisiana Galveston Staten Bilox

English china and leather goods half price sale items

English china odd pieces and high grade ware are offered at half price in a clearance. Compotes, plates, baskets, berry bowls, flower holders, fruit baskets, cups and saucers, pompadour patterns, octagon dishes, Foley ware, Cauldon, leather goods and writing paper are reduced. Other novelties include clocks, mesh bags, solitaire packs in leather, silver and leather jewel cases, small purses and handbags. Special silk line features evening shades and brocades on center tables in the leather and silk sections on the main floor.

Advertising Budget Promises Lower Prices For Merchants

The article notes plans to allocate advertising funds for next year to offer customers reduced prices on merchandise. It emphasizes marketing support as a strategy to boost sales and assist buyers with affordable goods.

Water crisis eases as dams open to relieve reservoirs

Officials said dams would be opened to let collected water flow into reservoirs. Frozen ground caused runoff into inclosures while a new supply, projected for two more weeks, delays the crisis. Observer Tarr offered cautious optimism for relief in coming weeks. Eli Whitney, president of the Water company, declined to comment. Northern areas report relief from water shortages after Saturday’s inch of rain.

Water Company Calenn Tarr Eli Whitney Fla E

Famous Tontine Property In New Haven Sold For Post Office

A deed filed in the town clerk's office shows a quit claim from George P. Willey of Brooklyn to Mary E. Thompson of Orange for the Tontine hotel property. The site has been cited as the probable post office location with speculation about government purchase. The parcel, described by metes and bounds, is marred by three mortgages totaling 17 500 held by Justus H hotchkiss, with 1910 taxes due in 1911 to be charged against Thompson.

New Haven Tontine Hotel George P. Willey Brooklyn Mary E. Thompson Orance Cleaveland S. Thompson Betsey G. Ritter Justus 38. Hotchkiss Mary EB. Thompson

Rain Gives Only Light Relief to Elm City

New Haven officials report rainfall of 1.07 inches as a temporary relief from recent storms. Weather observer Tarr cautions the water supply remains tight with only about two weeks of city and surrounding consumption available. A widespread one-inch statewide rainfall occurred Saturday. rainfall from 2 am to 7 pm totaled three quarters of an inch, seen as a Christmas gift.

New Haven Tarr

Millionaire Socialist In Poor Health Sparks Concern

Reports say J G Phelps Stokes the millionaire socialist has been indisposed for two weeks and left his New York office to seek rest in the Adirondacks. He and his wife reside on Caritas Island Long Island Sound near Stamford in a small eight room house with four bathrooms. Neighbors link his long illness to his choice of a modest residence away from his wealthy peers.

J. G. Phelps Stokes Mr. Stokes William Street New York Adrondacks Anson Phells Stokes Yale Corpotation Addres

Year end clearance sale at B H Linen & Co

Point of Interest advertisement for B H Linen & Co 1105 Main street offering winter merchandise at year end clearance prices. Promotes laundry services by Crawford Laundry Co claiming top reputation and fast delivery with telephone 2910 for wagon calls. Mention includes New Year presents and discounted holiday stationery at P O News Store Arcade window displays.

B. H. Linen & Co Main Street Crawford Laundry Co Ealisfield P. O. News Taton Crane and Pike's Berkshire Hille P. O Atatonery

Farmer Want Col Try The Farmer Want Col

A brief classified item invites readers to explore the farmer want column. It suggests trying a listing or ad service for farming needs and opportunities. The note emphasizes the practical nature of the column for agricultural inquiries.

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