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Newspaper
Bridgeport Evening Farmer
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Jan 06, 1913
Page
8
A traveler notes in a public complaint book kept for visitors to the Rigi mountain that on two mornings he has seen only clouds and considers the missed sunrise a dearth of service. The entry reflects general traveler disappointment and a call for better arrangements for public enjoyment.
The text recounts a mix of quirky quotes and historical anecdotes about scientists and scholars. It mentions figures such as Warren Hastings and a London abbey scene with a wager about sleeping there, plus a garbled account of the Tower of London and the White Tower mystery linked to early royal history.
The article surveys Tower of London refurbishments from 1636 through 1850, mentions Br Joliboy’s dinner plans and old friends, and weighs garden architecture like pergolas. It retells brief quips from Harper’s Weekly and Atlantic humor, plus a note on armadillo tooth counts. It ends with social chatter about Marian’s education and a light exchange at a gathering.
Rev William J. Coyle of Philadelphia attacks the suffrage movement during a sermon on revelations for the new year. He criticizes suffragist marches to Albany led by Rosalie Jones, calls them brazen and vulgar, urges focus on God's rights, and urges New Year resolutions fortified by the sacraments.
Chaunesy F Morris a Bridgeport resident dies at 83 after weeks in the hospital Born February 2 1843 in Falls Village Conn descendant of Revolutionary War veterans He held roles with Housatonic New Haven and Hartford and Wabash railways retiring to quiet life and leaving two brothers and a sister. Daniel B Reynolds 79 dies after pneumonia at St Vincent s hospital Body to Norwich for funeral services William Mead 74 dies after three weeks illness Connecticut Co. longtime North End resident Cecil Calvert Council member Leaves wife four sons and two daughters. John Dacey 35 dies suddenly while keeper of the stake boat in New York harbor Wife notified authorities Body at Rourke Rourke undertaking rooms Death linked to son s illness.
An advertisement touts Pupe's Diapepsin as the speediest universal remedy for upset stomachs, indigestion, sour belching, and bloating. It claims fast, harmless relief, urging readers to keep a large bottle at home for daytime or nighttime stomach derangements.
The Eleanor Cleveland Stock Company presents A Man's World at the Lyric this week featuring Miss Cleveland as Frank Ware and Glittara Grace as Malcolm Gaskell. Bruce, Maitland, and Bennett Southard deliver strong turns as the cast checks in with polished stage presence. advance seats are selling briskly.
Poli's vaudeville presents an all star eight act week headlined by the Three Keatons Buster Keaton Weston and company Burr and Hop Fields and Lewis Adonis and his Gog Hilly McDermott Mosher Maves and Mosher and the Poliscope. The program promises nonstop laughs with unique acts including The Attorneys A Lady Lover and a Lamp and a thrilling wheel routine. Reserve seats by phone Ep 2910 for performances this week.
Park Theatre presents Harry Lauder, renowned Scotch comedian, Tuesday January 7. He works six days a week with no Sunday performances, earning a high rate per minute. The article notes his stage value and contrasts it with average wages, and references related acts and actors at the venue.
A chaotic Paris morning sets the stage as the celebrated doctor vanishes. His assistant and others search the disorderly room then reveal him center stage to a powerful entrance. Miss Willame reappears later, delivering a startling return and the show elicits near constant laughter.
The Plaza reopened at 1 pm with a renovated auditorium in wine and pale green colors and gold trim. Electric lighting provides a mellow glow while unmoved screens show steady glow and stereoscopic films. The opening bill features AL Herman, Lavanna Trio, Patrick & Sampaer, Lupeta, and Edison Pathe Lubin films. Four daily shows run 1:39, 3:15, 7, and 8:45 with continuous seating. Tickets range from five to twenty cents under the tag Nothing cheap but the price.
Olive Tablets sold by The Olive Tablet Company claim to cleanse the mouth and purify the body by stimulating natural action without griping or harmful after effects. Discovered after seventeen years of practice, the formula combines olive oil with a harmless compound, offered in boxes priced at 260 per.
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