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Newspaper
Bridgeport Evening Farmer
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Jul 08, 1916
Page
10
A historical note describes cleaning to remove ant attractants and using antproof containers. It mentions bait risks, arsenate sugar solution as a repurposed poison, and cautions about dangers to humans and pets. It also covers sulfur compounds and bisulfide carbon injections to destroy nests.
A noisy doorstep scene unfolds as a man asks for William F Potts and hints at jury summons. Benny recalls Pop Potts insisting on his two names W P Potts while the visitor warns of a summons and heads to the door. Neral Bouquets and Designs John Reck 2 Gon.
A description outlines adjustments to the trimming of an evening wear model. Perforations near the lower edge of the underbody front may be altered. Right side edge finished to align with the left for a neat, close look.
Detailed sewing guidance describes assembling a decorative waist and sash from crepe and taffeta with perforations, gathers, and notches. It covers sleeve attachment, cuff perforations, shoulder easing, belt placement, and tassel options, plus waist sizing and prices from a 1920s home dressmaking column.
A long column from Laura Jean Libby explores women tied to faithless mates and the pain of unfaithful marriages. It reflects on marital ties, fear, hope, and the impact on children, urging compassion and reconsideration of Hymen's bond.
Miss Libbey answers reader letters with instruction to address Miss Laura Jean Libbey at 946 President St Brooklyn NY. Personal letters not accepted. Initials printed. Use one side of paper and ink.
A reader asks if a loving girl can turn her inconsistent suitor into a perfect husband. The writer, nineteen plus, lives in another town and recalls a two year distant courtship marked by insincere excuses and repeated requests for a kiss. The inquiry weighs trust against changing a maybes into a lasting partner.
W. H. asks for advice on courting a popular girl, noting he is past sixteen and spends time walking with her. He lacks money for outings to pricey performances and asks how he can prove himself capable of treating her to enjoyable times.
Baden's Grand Duke Frederick II, ruler of 5,823 square miles with over two million subjects, marks his sixtieth birthday amid World War I. Though not active in combat, Baden soldiers are among Kaiser troops. French air raids hit Karlsruhe, including the Grand Duke's palace, and Baden’s diverse population, agriculture, and famed Baden Baden watering places are described in this regional profile.
London in early July reports nearly 40000 women now widowed by the war. Initial estimates had suggested 30000, then Lord Kitchener urged provision for at least 50000. A recent naval engagement added 1500 widows to pension rolls, expanding aid expectations and coverage.
Preparations have been underway for over a week for the first group of boys arriving today at the Boy Scout camp at Still River. The initial trio includes Clifford Appleton, Robert Hull, and Edward Bergman, with Frank Marsh and Frank Thornbury joining Sunday. Commissioner E. E. Cortright and volunteers are organizing the site, while C. M. Beach Co. has completed a modern kitchen and fireplace. Tents rise as a new dining tent floor connects to the kitchen, a refrigerator enables full food use, and a first aid cabinet supports safety. A phonograph and records arrive courtesy of the American Graphophone Co. superintendent. Nearly 40 boys have already registered, with room for more. applications go to director E. E. Cortright.
A neighbor reports reading that another railroad has been electrified, promising a brighter, kinder glow than gas lighting and smoother service for travelers.
Four kin gather by a fire as a poem unfolds. A Shut-in recalls a man’s warmth and a bride-to-be dreams. One mourner ponders a long dead figure while embers glow. The piece reads as reflective verse from Mazie V. Caruthers in the New York Times.
Mocha cake recipe with butter sugar sour milk flour cocoa and coffee. Then a rosette method to cut a large cake evenly to edge without breakage. Also two summer drinks Pineapple Water and Orange Cup with citrus and spice notes.
Paris July 8 A French agricultural study shows traction and motor farm implements cut plowing costs by over twenty five percent versus best records. In light soil two and a half acres were plowed in four hours using ten gallons of gasoline, while thirteen to fourteen gallons were needed with prior machines. In heavy soil the savings were similar. Wear was noted from dust lubrication issues, but results favor motor implements over animal power and prompt training schools for operators to address labor shortages.
Mrs. Katherine V. H. Wylie sues for absolute divorce from Horace Wylie naming Elinor M. Hichborn as co respondent. The elopement of Wylie with Hichborn in 1910 shocked society, followed by a doomed reconciliation proposal, and the later separation amid a web of family and social ties.
North Americans join neighbors of the South in felicitations as Argentina marks a century since its revolt against Spanish rule. Key figures San Martin Belgrano and Brown led a victorious revolution with independence declared July 9 1818 at Tucuman. The centenary observances faced war-time interference but a substantial program was planned.
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