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Newspaper
Bridgeport Evening Farmer
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Jul 19, 1913
Page
2
A. G. Porr itt reports on Connecticut Woman Suffrage association efforts in Washington. Observations note more women at the Capitol, growing political interest, and a belief that educated women will shape future legislation once suffrage is achieved.
A lengthy treatise argues for village modernization including better street paving, sewerage, and housing. It calls for an engineer to draft a village plan, stronger administration, funded clerks, and consistent public health enforcement. It advocates reforming recreation facilities, sanitation, and state coordination to uplift rural communities.
The Board of Park Commissioners schedule two tomorrow concerts with Coast Ridlers Corps at Seaside park and mpic band at West End park both in the evening. The Artillery Corps band will perform selections including March Trinity Sacred Overture Tsingarian Iwstspiel and The Mandarines Melody plus other marches and overtures by additional groups.
An old advertisement urges readers to take Foley Kidney Pills to relieve back pain, sore kidneys, and rheumatic symptoms. It claims the pills cooperate with nature to heal and strengthen kidney and bladder disorders, encouraging action at Brill and Stratford area.
Washington July 18 Ambassadors Wilson is recalled from Mexico City to Washington for urgent consultation on Mexico. Europeans criticizing U S policy and Britain's inquiry prompt the move. The immediate recognition of Huerta is under consideration, with Wilson's views leaning toward quick recognition.
New York reports the United States will face England at Wimbledon for the Davis Cup title defense next week. McLoughlin and Williams will lead singles with Hackett and McLoughlin in doubles. Parke Dixon and Roper-Barrett loom as England’s strong singles. Wilding’s victory over McLoughlin in the recent English championship underscores the transition from youth to experience in this matchup.
James D Walters aged 55 of 852 State Street died at Bridgeport Hospital after a brief illness. A well known figure in railroad circles, he belonged to Bishop Lodge and the Brotherhood of Railway Trainmen. He is survived by a widow, one son, and three daughters. Farm Wanted Ads. One Cent a Word.
Mexico City July 19 Only the conviction that the retirement of President Huerta means the elevation of another revolutionist and the plunging of their country into hopelessness prevents thousands of representative Mexican business men from uniting in a petition to yield. Many believe only foreign intervention can restore peace though such opinions are guarded. Revolt possibilities threaten Carranza Maytorena or Obregon without universal followings to stop rebellion.
Bridgeport prominent citizen Patrick Forestelle died Thursday night after a brief illness of acute indigestion and heart failure. A longtime paper maker in New Jersey New York and Connecticut he helped advance fine tissue and manilla paper. Born February 16 1851 in Litchfield he studied at Stevens Institute and later focused on real estate. He leaves wife Ellen B Gaffney a son William H and siblings Mary Fitch Nellie Rogers Elizabeth Fahey. The piece also notes Wall Street bears anxiety over Patagonia unrest and Sarah Bernhardt earned 170000 on her American tour.
Professor Paul S. Reinsch of the University of Wisconsin is reported to be the next American minister to China replacing William J. Calhoun. He conferred with President Wilson and the secretary of state. acceptance is likely. Reinsch, Madison economist, is an authority on international affairs and Far Eastern matters.
Special to The Farmer Stratford July 19 lawn parties flourish with Miss Ealth Hastings hosting a suffrage fundraiser on Him street and Mrs Wheeler at 2572 Mein street under the Rebekah Sewing Circle. success suggests a large turnout for the July 21 event. Haymakers in Bridgeport Harry Griffin installs officers at Konckapotawauh tribe. Wilcox and group attend. Town Topics Mrs Morehouse returns from two week vacation Christ church fair at Seaside park July 23 with 10 am departure Cars leave. Holy Communion at 8 am Morning Prayer at 9:30 sermon The Unrighteous Steward in Business and Religion Sunday school at 1. Tara Abell returns from Berlin after five years. Mr Carpenter to preach about Being Lifted as Wheat is Lifted Morning hours. Men’s Night in the evening. Mr Stout, blind organist, will play. his wife to accompany. At St James church masses 7:30 and 10:40 am Rev J O'Connor to preach each service.
The United States Bureau of Education reports 169 American cities will run vacation schools this summer, with 11 cities already planning sessions in one or more buildings. The program, funded mainly by school authorities and private contributions, totals over $200,000 for 1912. Newark, New Jersey showcases the model by adding two elementary classes to an all-year program in June.
The text discusses advantages of a vacation scheme for pupils not engaged in regular term work. It notes that such pupils gain ground, show health benefits for teachers and students, and help teachers understand the needs of school children.
A fragmented discussion compares early lawyer earnings with modern salaries, noting James Buchanan’s era income in Lancaster and general trends for young professionals. It mentions a Philadelphia letter about large yellow trombes at the Winter Palace, and a 15th company petition missives volume.
A historical note highlights how brushing teeth limits germs that cause throat, lung, and stomach infections. It warns that neglect can allow germs to spread beyond the mouth, linking dental hygiene to broader health, including potential appendicitis origins as discussed by the era’s researchers.
A garbled OCR fragment references bran and pudding with Oreo, turnip leaves, and a wizard. It also mentions health, abstention, suspicion, and a narrowly escaped death or capture. No clear subject, date, or location can be confirmed.
A disjointed first person fragment recalls a climb near Zermatt. The narrator notes a cautious guide and a dangerous gale. An observer named St Berhy Dd stands upright for the view while a warning from the guide emphasizes safety. The quotation attributed to George Adam Smith appears as an aside.
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Fragmentary OCR notes describe a device to drop medicines and measure coloring matter with drops. It mentions delicate rake fay bees epoca and Davadog, with references to a game companion, refunds after a did the play have happy snaane moment, and a Chicago news brief about a girl wanted in farmer want ads.
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