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Newspaper
Bridgeport Evening Farmer
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Dec 31, 1914
Page
10
Fourteen new diphtheria cases were reported by the Hoboken health authorities for December. The bulletin notes a concerning spread and urges preventive measures as officials review local conditions. Corsage Bouquets For Dances by John Beck & Son appears as a separate item.
A vintage Home Dressmaking note outlines a patterned crepe de Chine vest with long sleeve details. It describes fabric width, sleeve and front edge cutting, cuff construction, and sleeve to armhole stitching. The piece notes spring forecasts favor colored embroideries on white waists and includes transfer pattern pricing.
A recipe section outlines preparing a cod fillet with head and bone removed, skin slits, marinade, and slow bake. It also describes cucumber farci with forcemeat, bacon, parsley, onion, and stock, plus hipscurean dressing for Romaine and a cranberry pie with two crusts.
A dated verse fragment by Edwin Markham, January Nautius, reflects on the Book of Life and judgment. It ponders detecting belief, heresies, and the hidden countenance of souls as they relate to Christ and Cain.
A reflective piece on knitting’s renewed appeal amid changing fashions and social shifts. It contrasts warm old knitted garments with modern store bought gloves and stockings, notes cost saving aspects, and mentions soldiers, Christmas gifts, and household economy alongside evolving male tastes and responsibilities.
Advice column warns young women against inviting strangers into their homes after brief meetings. It cites a likable but untrustworthy male who ingratiates himself, uses money, and aims to marry into wealth, urging careful introductions and parental oversight.
A reader named Blanche asks what to give a young man for a Christmas present after two years of engagement. Advice focuses on budget and taste with cuff buttons suggested as an option.
A reader writes about shyness and social luck with men. Advice suggests patience and pleasant behavior, noting that girls who seem unfavored in youth often attract strong beaux later. The letter urges not to worry and to trust that the right person will make intentions clear.
A writer counsels a twenty five year old man who has bought a buggy and ponies to stop taking a thirteen year old girl on rides. The adviser suggests choosing a suitable companion, telling the girl kindly that he is riding with a young lady instead, and avoiding encouraging a child to accompany a man driving.
A reader seeks guidance on engagement to a drinking fiancé who promises to reform after marriage. The column advises against marrying a trifler and suggests returning the fiancé’s picture. It notes fashion details for a 16 or 17 year old girl, including pleated dresses and simple braided hair.
Practical household tips cover safety with children cooking mushrooms and use of spoons as toadstool indicators. It gives food prep hints for apples custard lemon bake bread kept fresh and beef and Swiss pie recipes with precise measurements.
Dollar Bill Shavit presses a claim on old Wallingford's inherited furniture after a scam and misdeal. Lafayette Bunker weighs a price as neighbors debate equity and greed in a stalled sale. The plan to move to Poplarville hinges on court action and cash.
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