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Newspaper
Bridgeport Evening Farmer
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Jun 02, 1911
Page
13
In the June 2 1911 AIR edition an inquiry is demanded into the trolley accident on the New Haven Derby line where one person died and several were seriously injured. The piece blames greed for the last nickel and overcrowded cars run by overworked sleepless crews.
The Hartford Courant prints a catalog headed Connecticut Women Dot Want Ballot listing about seven hundred signatures against woman suffrage. The piece notes many signatories use Mrs and husbands' names, implying duress and possible interference by male relatives. The commentary questions connections to Senator Edward W. Hooker and the McNeil municipal suffrage bill.
The piece argues anti suffragists base their objection on a misunderstanding of law and voter behavior. It notes petitions by women opposing suffrage are likely exaggerated and that voting remains voluntary for all citizens. It contrasts current nonparticipation by many eligible voters with the hypothetical obligation on women once suffrage passes.
Hartford Board of Equalization raised the city grand list by 25 million for state and utility taxes. Hartford officials seek a rebate from Tax Commissioner Carhin, arguing the decision should be reconsidered and the appeal should state why it was adverse.
The article contends Hartford taxes at 75 percent valuation against the law's 100 percent standard. It cites large Hartford manufacturing properties and vacant lands held for speculation as underassessed, noting dwellings and building lots are the main group near full value. The piece argues Hartford maintains a biased system harming most residents and aiming to keep Bridgeport and others underassessed.
Mrs. Charles Hinman of Brooklyn and her son Edward Hinman aged 21 are charged with assaulting Charles W. Lewis a motorist at the Curtiss House in Woodbury. An umbrella and a chair were used in the attack after Lewis refused to leave the veranda. Warrants issued. fight linked to Mrs Hinman's daughter Elsie 15. The Hinmans, wealthy and estranged, had earlier separated as both filed divorce actions.
A reader denounces the Pastors association for antiquated Sabbath rules. The letter praises civil and religious liberty, mocks their motives, cites Talmage comments about unsuitable clergy, and warns that their intolerance risks public nuisance and censure from a tolerant American public.
The Mohican Company unveils new plate glass cold storage counters at their Golden Hill Street store. Cost about $1000. Fly proof and heat protective, the addition reflects the store’s sanitary standards and progressive policy. Local management invites public visits with courteous service from competent clerks.
The New Haven Trades Council adopted resolutions denouncing the minority report on the public utility bill and endorsing the majority report. They argue the minority infringes on organized labor and applaud a tribunal with enforceable powers while cautioning against open shop rhetoric.
A tale from Metropolitan Magazine about a disgruntled audience at Nugget’s stage. A lone man on a free ticket resists hissing, stating he will buy a ticket and return to hiss if the play worsens, highlighting themes of privilege and dissent in theater crowds.
The Read Company offers an attractive furniture display on the fourth floor featuring wedding and anniversary remembrances. Highlights include Mahogany sewing tables, Martha Washington pieces, boudoir desks, writing tables, tea tables, wall mirrors from Queen Anne to Empire styles, Dresden and mantel mirrors, and artistic trays with many sizes. Some items priced from $13.50 to $35 and up to $23.25 for trays. select pieces shown in a main window with a large gathering in the furniture rooms.
Silk Section reports the arrival of Four-in-One silks designed for hot weather. They are waterproof spotproof perspiration proof and fast black. Widths range from 23 to 36 inches with prices from 39 to 98 cents.
A newspaper sale notice promotes a Saturday sale with new fare payment scheme and deep discounts on garden hoses, sand pails, cork life preservers, wood plates, napkins, table oilcloth, socks, corsets, bathing suits, hammocks, gloves, auto glasses, ammeters, watches, whistles, ties, prints, flannel, gingham, cretonnes, muslin, lawn, and long cloth. Specials run 9 am to 7 pm with many items priced at 1 to 50 cents and some per yard or per piece deals.
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