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Newspaper

Bridgeport Evening Farmer

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Jun 01, 1912

Page

12

Stratford Notes and Local Events At A Glance

Stratford items report a tumult of community happenings from the town hall to churches. Mentions include a town delegation, recent parade, upcoming Southern Massachusetts fair prizes, a Main Street automobile incident, and plans for church services and Sunday school events with ministers and candidates noted. Hartford’s Sheffield School donation is also recorded.

Plymouth Rocks Erie Jid McBride Peter Labines Main Street Mameless Paonia Tere Putney St. James Church M. J. O'Connor M. E Ernest Carpenter Methodist Church Hards Corner Watch Hill Christchurch Congregational Church Natalie Wilcoxson May Morehotse Vivian Morehouse Lydia Watrous Corlenne Gladding Vi Howland Ee Carey Robert Wheeler Ticoxson Norton Stephens Erwin Hoag Carl Morris Ralph Sherwood Herbert Howland Morgan Millar

Trolleymen Turn Down 00's Offer in New Haven and Springfield

Trolleymen in New Haven and Springfield rejected company wage offers after large meetings. In New Haven twice near midnight a 22 to 27 12 cent rate was refused. arbitration may follow while delegates prepare to present to a conference board. In Springfield a strike vote is set for Monday after rejecting a 27 1/2 cent max and demanding 30 cents.

New Haven Connecticut Company Progres Longfield N. B. Cee Boca Union Martin Bree Martin Breen Frank Maher J. Lynch General Conference Board Ite Spriid Massachusetts Hartford Bridgeport Waterbury Pom Norwich New London Meriden Winsted Joint Conference Board Awanton Springfield Wee Sid New England Investment and Security Company Rcreater

Variety of white millinery and summer goods on Main Street

An advertisement showcase lists white millinery at low prices at POINTS OF INTEREST. H. Dillon & Co. 1105 Main St. Also features The Bridgeport Trust Co ads, Crawford Laundry services with emphasis on sanitary compliance and modern laundry methods. Mollan's Shoes at 1026 Main St offers summer footwear for women and children. W. D. Cook and Son sell fresh fish at low prices with seafood variety. The Wom Drug Store at 870 Main St advertises indigestion remedies and abdominal binders with private fittings and staff for women and children. Logan Bros promotes Pearline detergent.

Mollan Main St W. D. Cook and Son W. D. Cook & Son Womis Drug Store Main Street State St. Tel

Courtland School Address Noted for Entry Policy

The notice references Courtland School at 431 Washington Avenue and mentions entry rules. It also notes Neiideogasten Primary class for girls, indicating a focus on female students in a specific program.

Courtland School Washington Avenue Iideogasten

Don’t Be Formal in the Country Etiquette Gone Wrong

A column argues against rigid social rules in rural life after a city raised bride enforces a fixed visiting day. Abank president’s wife visits are spurned when told it is not the bride’s day, illustrating how etiquette can fail common sense in a country setting. It urges true politeness and hospitality over strict ritual.

Aowtt Crnoon

Parsley Storage Tips From a Simple Kitchen Note

A brief tip explains keeping parsley in an airtight jar with a tight lid in a cool place to preserve freshness. Proper storage can extend parsley quality for a short period as described in the reading.

New Fifth Avenue collars and spring fashion notes

The feature lists several collars in fashion, from chiffon with black dot embroidery to ecru lace and pink chiffon with rose ornaments, plus guidance on tea making, orange peeling, and a simple cake recipe. It also surveys summer styles: skirts, blouses, coats, gloves, hats, parasols, and footwear with lace, brocade, and bold color pairings.

Fifth ‘Avenue Ays Paris Directoire London Pump Morocco

Household notes for wall paper removal and repairs

Instructions describe making a thin flour paste to soften wallpaper for easy removal without dust. Also explains repairing hemstitched tablecloths, mending broken china with a gum arable cement, and using ham and egg methods for meals. Provides tips on mending and preserving items with simple household materials.

Easton Residents Visit Relatives and Local Events

Mrs Clarence B Andrews of Rock House visits sister Miss Martha L Andrews at Mrs Charles Blakeman's. William Cook, academy teacher, visits his parents in Shelton. The Yellow school was closed Friday as teacher Miss Ruth Mallette visited other schools. George S Gillette and Milton B Williams of Aspetuck erecting a silo for Elmer Andrews after it was blown over by wind. Farmer Want Ads featured.

Clarence B. Andrews Rock House Martha L. Andrews Charles Blakeman William Cook Academy Shelton Ruth Mallette George S. Gillette Milton B. Williams Aspetuck Elmer Andrews

Newtown Social News Highlights Local Guests and Arrivals

Newtown reports visitors from Bridgeport Danbury and New Haven. Mrs J W Gov an and Miss Corette L Gordon recent guests of families in New Haven and Hartford hosts. Numerous arrivals register at Newtown Inn and Grand Central Hotel including residents of Bridgeport New York and Danbury. A Sandy Hook Library sale proceeds at 3 pm Saturday to support library services.

Oscar Dikeman New Haven Corette L. Gordon Connecticut Training School J. W. Govan Otis W. Barker Hartford Levi C. Morris South Britain John Treadwell John G. Gay Taunton Patnora Congregational Church Mamie Ryan Bridgeport Friends Berkshire Elmer G. Fairchild Leo Kirby Sandy Hook Starr & Dean, Grocers New Milford F. D. Gros Claude E H. Gros Claude John McAuliffe Lovell Queen Street Edna McNamara Danbury Thomas Carey Thomas Hollan Stephen Keane Zoar Newtown Inn H. C. Plumb G. A. Bentley J. J. Reynolds John de Stefanos F. A. Wilmot H. L. Bishop New York F. & Armstrong Robb Greenwich Conn M. J. Torpey Meade Durkin Albert B. Davenport Boardman K. T. Boardman K. Cogan Newark N. J A. J. McQuirk Brooklyn B. L Waterbury Charles Coventry Saranac Lake N. Y J. Leonard Ferry Thomas Delaney W. H. O'Hara J. C. Egan James Colgan Lillian Colgan James E. Colgan Thomas May T. McCarthy Mary May Bridgewater J. W. Gordon Newtown Emil Powlaski Samuel A. Moyle W. W. Wakelee G. S. Robinson Fischer le Roy Jennie Podsako Deéeklyn Henry Rupf Florence Winton F. I. Gale Lulu Canfield Stratford

Governor Foshag threatens veto over railroad laws

Boston reports Gov. Foshag will veto any railroad legislation until a public utilities commission or stronger public control over services is established. He backs a compromise plan for either a single three member gas electric water panel or two commissions, one for utilities and one for railroads, to loosen private influence and protect the public.

Boston Foshag Public Utilities Commission Rhe Ag the Fen Pripmietoal Falic Utilities Commission St Pres

Result of Jury Service

Fragmented dialogue recounts a juror’s reluctance to reveal thoughts on local topics. Oblique questions mix with humor as observers try to gauge his stance on post offices and civic matters. A Chicago Post quote notes the juror’s long panel experience has altered him.

Pete Hobanot The Chicago Post

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