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Newspaper
Bridgeport Evening Farmer
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Jul 05, 1916
Page
9
A fragmented poem expresses longing for a lost beloved figure. It contrasts hopeful return with the pain of absence and hints at memories of youth and friendship. The tone blends yearning, memory, and a sense of irretrievable change.
Mr Steiber schedules an outing for 50 children from the Day Nursery Main Street to Beardsley Park. Automobiles will transport them at 1 pm with cake and treats served, route through the park past homes and the beach scene. Contact Haven 40 for those seeking a spot.
Instructions describe making a kimono with raglan sleeves from fabric yardage, with perforation marks for center fronts and options for shorter lengths. Details cover edge finishing, bound edges with ribbon, collar attachment, cuff seams, and possible lace bands. Megliees fabrics like crepe and washable satin are noted as upscale choices.
The piece presents Laura Jean Libby’s musings on women’s fashion, marriage, and age in 1913. It contrasts older expectations with modern views, noting fashion trends, social pressures, and opinions on marriage and female virtue. The bachelor’s quips spark Libby’s defense of refined, committed partnerships.
A writer recalls a year with a steady partner, then a new suitor appeared and the writer chose him. The first partner grew jealous, gave no contact, while the second offered hollow flattery. The sender seeks advice, fearing loss if the first is gone, and asks whether changing was foolish. The message ends with a reminder of the Golden Rule and a belief that love can be won by treating others right.
Miss Libbey answers readers letters with personal notes. Instructions request correct name and address for attention and state initials printed. Readers are advised to address Miss Laura Jean Libbey at 946 President Street Brooklyn New York for correspondence.
A girl in her teens writes of being motherless and helping in a grocery. She says she has few invitations, no callers, and meets only salesmen in stores who are kind but she fears never marrying. She hopes happiness comes unexpectedly and advises keeping up spirit.
A letter from A F describes a young man who stopped calling after a quarrel with a certain lady. he now escorts other girls past her house. The writer wonders if he will return and notes other girls face similar summer-beau setbacks as independence and competition among suitors rise.
A. BP. writes: Have enjoyed a brief note on reception and potential future consideration of respectful treatment themes. The fragment suggests a charitable or social context with an invitation to reflect on manners.
In a breezy schoolboy narrative, Benny and friends imitate cheers for Mr Potts drawing a quick chase from a surprised guardian. The piece weaves childish rhymes and local sportslike yells into a playful scene amid July brightness. A closing public notice mentions Rotterdam flour sales and a government dealers committee attracting many buyers.
Mrs Exsie J Vander Sande of 7 Godwin Street Paterson New Jersey credits Lydia E Pinkham Vegetable Compound and Blood Purifier with restoring her health after back pain irregularities and bad dreams. She urges other women to try the remedies and write for free confidential advice from Lynn Mass.
A fashionable sport outfit features a white tussare silk cape collar cuffs and hem details, a matching belt worn under the left arm, and a white Panama hat with silk edging. Describes the overall coordinated look and accessory emphasis.
Caracas marks Independence Day with colorful banners and poetry in plazas. Historical notes detail Venezuela's path to nationhood from 1797 revolts through 1810 declaration and 1819 victory at Boyaca, then separation from Gran Colombia in 1830, amid political shifts and postwar German views.
A collection of kitchen notes with recipes and instructions for a light yolk cake roll and several dishes. Includes steps for a light sponge roll, Chinese salad, coffee gingerbread, fried bananas, cream doughnuts, English pudding, and minced liver on toast with basic ingredients and finishing tips.
In Hawleyville Conn on Sunday night burglars entered the postoffice Winter's hotel and Honan's general store. They took five dollars in stamps a small cash amount from the postoffice and cash jewelry merchandise valued around one hundred dollars from Honan's store while the hotel cash drawer held no money. The thieves likely fled toward Waterbury on a freight train.
Berlin July 5 ex chancellor von Buelow writes in German Policies that peace after the war must yield stronger Germany to deter France England and Russia. He argues arms build up both west and east are inevitable and that security requires increased power not world conquest, with safeguards to prevent renewed victors.
Tremendous crowds filled Bridgeport railroad station as travelers rushed home for holidays or to resorts. Extra trains were allocated to ease congestion and ticket offices faced heavy demand. One way to New York drew roughly twice the traffic of Boston bound travelers.
Rt. Rev. Thomas Fector of St. Joseph's Hartford said Bishop J J Nilan may grantdispensation for Roman Catholic Connecticut National Guard members to eat meat on Fridays if needed. He noted the church seeks no hardship when border fish shortages make compliance difficult, though dispensation is not certain. Ty Cobb fined 325 dollars and suspended for three days for throwing his hat during a protested decision in Chicago.
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