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Newspaper
Bridgeport Evening Farmer
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Jan 01, 1915
Page
8
Lomion Jan 1 A war front letter from a volunteer-turned-officer describes bitter cold floods in trenches since December. Rain and mud collapse dugouts, with periscopes common. Allied and enemy forces fight near a shared parapet, while bombardment and scattered news of victories persist.
Holiday train travel runs crowded as passengers fill cars to capacity near large cities with standing room common on many routes. Railroads face frequent complaints, but extra cars could ease discomfort during short visits home, where long journeys in one position resemble a sardine rush.
The year begins in distant South Pacific islands with missionaries and converts first to greet the newborn year. New Zealanders, Australians, and then Asia, Europe, and Africa spread the celebration while some cultures cling to lunar or Julian calendars. Jews and Muslims observe different starting points, and several indigenous groups mark the New Year by unique lunar or seasonal calculations.
The text describes diverse calendar systems and era start dates across cultures. It cites the Iroquois Nis-ko-wak-ni celebration, and a list of eras including Julian Spanish Christian Mundane Jewish Mundane Olympiads Mohammedan Augustan and French revolutionary with their start dates such as January 1 and July 1 and July 16 and Sept 22.
Prof Roland G. Washer argues Turkish policy stems from German ties and Pan Germanism. He cites deep roots of German influence among Turks, a desire for constitutional self government, and fear of Allied dominance. Russian sugar manufacturers seek suspension of the International Sugar Convention during the war.
Albany Jan 1 Governor Whitman, taking office at the stroke of 12, resigns as district attorney to appoint Charles A Perkins as his successor. He also redesignates five supreme court justices as appellate court justices in the first department. The move, while regular, is unprecedented in New York history.
A nostalgic poetic piece by Emma Dunning Banks recalls the old year with joy and hope for the new as bells ring for peace and happiness. A separate notice states police will arrest persons who litter streets with broken crockery beginning today, with enforcement steps and arraignment.
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