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Newspaper
Bridgeport Evening Farmer
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Jan 06, 1913
Page
9
The General Assembly opens with a pledge to carry out the Democratic platform including direct primaries woman suffrage and home rule. Officials warn against secret lobbying and vow immediate action to criminalize it to protect the state’s integrity.
A miscellany column notes horseback riding as punishment, yak hair values, and reflections on courtrooms. It recalls Franklin as America’s first minister to France and early medical advertising in London. The piece mixes humor, history, and small-town observations with dated anecdotes and names.
The article notes Twelfth Night customs linked to Epiphany and explains Robert Baddeley’s 1794 bequest to fund an annual bean cake for actors at Drury Lane. The cake ritual began 117 years ago with the first slice, drawing participation from famed stage figures like the Kembles and Braham.
In tribute to Rev John Francis Murphy of St Marys Catholic Church East Bridgeport parishioners honor a man of sterling character and Irish American roots. Born January 6 1843 in Ireland he studied at Colgate and was ordained in 1877. He served in Cromwell Hartford Norwich Hampton and finally St Marys where he reduced parish debt and built growth.
Weather drives demand as Fur Coats go on clearance with Black Caracal and Boucle styles. Prices drop from $75 to $65 and from $85 to $75, with near seal and newer designs marked down to about $50 to $70. Choices include varied values and reductions across several coats.
A local retailer offers fine quality handbags at 25 percent off for Christmas rush marred items and all other bags at 20 percent. Discounts hold until the fifteenth. Shoppers note many items were crowded out last week and some unadvertised pieces may reappear this week.
An old classified ad lists numerous sewing and notions items with bulk pricing. Princess Silk Shields, Queen and Countess supports, tape measures, pins, darning cotton, emeries, cushions, fasteneds, and assorted trims fill the catalog alongside household goods like dressmakers pins and center counters.
Colored and White Tailored Waists offered at reduced prices with closeout discounts. White Japanese Silk Waists formerly $3.50 and $3.75 now $2.98. Silk and Chiffon Waists in multiple styles and colors values $5.00 to $10.00 now $3.98. Second floor.
A Bridgeport parish profile recalls Father Murphy’s return to St. Mary’s as pastor and his 70th birthday. The article highlights his 35 years in the priesthood, 10 as pastor, dedication to Mass, parish work, and Knights of Columbus service, with parishioners expressing affection and hope for his continued guidance. Also included are local notices and ads for footwear, laundry, and parcel post maps.
The commentary notes rising prosperity in industry and an improving trend for railroads. It expects gradual gains after December liquidation, with a tighten money market easing and a solid technical and investment base supporting a cautious recovery.
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