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Newspaper
Bridgeport Evening Farmer
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Jun 05, 1914
Page
15
The article critiques college rites and the meaning of degrees amid growing numbers. It argues many Bachelor of Arts awards reflect athletic prowess or social polish rather than scholarship, warning that inflated credentials devalue academic achievement. It notes Master of Arts also suffers from dilution as post graduate work becomes common.
The article argues disease kills more than bullets in war and cites Russo Japanese and Spanish American conflicts. It notes U S Army progress in hygiene since 1898, anti typhoid vaccination cutting disease by twentyfold, and urges land forces to match naval sanitary science in any Veracruz style campaign.
The piece contrasts popular impressions of Latin American revolutions with brutal real war in Mexico. It notes soldiers now fight in ground hugging tactics, avoiding open formations, and cites Russo Japanese and Mexican campaigns to illustrate shift from romantic, personal leadership to dispersed, machine-like operations. Villa’s acts at Torreon resemble medieval combat leaders.
Editorial notes lament the shift toward denying basic needs for summer hotel stays. It notes Alabama candidates spending about $400,000 and suggests golfers should play Sundays, though this could disturb nearby churches by balls being knocked through open areas.
A reflection on urban horse care urges public concern for fed, protected and well harnessed animals. It notes many neglect cases, mentions horse parades and “horse days,” and warns that mistreatment harms owners and communities alike.
A Washington Post letter laments drivers and mariners who fail to give wide berths, citing the Empress and Storstad collision and street hazards. It notes risk from prideful precision and fears of appearing over cautious. It references Nobel prizes and ICC speeds, and calls some reformers philosophical anarchists.
An advertisement for Royal Worcester Corset sets outlining models for various figures and activities plus a broader underwear line. It promotes comfort and perfect fit with features like reducing bands and hip confiners, plus garments such as crepe gowns, bodices, drawers, and union suits priced from 25 cents to about $1.50, displayed on the main floor.
Crex Russ advertises made to order porch floor coverings in varied widths. Prices shown include one yard wide at 38 cents, one and a half yards at 65 cents, and two yards at 90 cents. The copy reflects an early 20th century sale listing with simple per yard pricing.
Henry Kaufman, 16, of 358 Center Street, is being held for investigation after two boys reported seeing him enter a store in the Arcade several nights ago. May Perrello, 24, daughter of Elia M. Perrello of 366 West 23rd Street, New York, again shows signs of insanity and seeks removal. Esther Yachmin, 978 State Street, summoned for emergency hospital aid. Dr. Finnegan found no insanity, suggesting a family physician be contacted. Yachmin says she helps parolees from Ward’s Island and finds work for them. Perrello allegedly among such patients. Vases and Window Boxes Filled John Reck & Son.
A large assortment of neat and tasteful colorings includes stripes on white grounds with tan brown black navy blue and red in wide or narrow lines. Boys' Poros-Knit Shirts and Drawers priced at 25 cents each 50 cents for Union Suits First Section Main St.
Packages changed in price for Nainsook Corset Covers and Boudoir Caps of lawn stamped for work with all materials rated at 25 and 20 cents. Linen Come Bags Brassieres Corset Covers Dress ing Sacques and Brown Linen Sofa Pillow Covers priced 30 and 40 cents. Bureau Scarves of cream linen to be worked in colors 75 and 50 cents. Princess Slips and Kimono Nightgowns 5?5 cents 70 cents. Library Scarves dark linen $1.00 and Laundry Bags dark linen 75 and 60 cents. Brown Linen Pillow Covers stamped for ad punchwork 50 cents value 35 cents 69 cents value 45 cents Third floor.
The advertisement lists numerous bargains across hammocks kimonos door-bells undergarments and clothing fabrics with prices from 3 to 50 cents. A one hour morning window 9 to 10 am emphasizes the sale while a separate note reports an $8,000,000 drop in exports and a $350,000 rise in imports reflecting broad trade shifts.
Honolulu June 5 The Hontule board of health has resisted a request from federal health authorities in Washington for permission to send John R Earley the alleged leper to Molakai Local opposition to the plan has been aroused and it is doubtful if Earley’s transfer to Hawaii will be permitted.
Washington June 5 A decline of over 37 million dollars in export value and a rise of more than 27 million in import value marked the April foreign trade compared with April 1913. Crude materials for manufacturing rise in imports while exports fall. foodstuffs and manufactured goods show shifts in trade balances.
Quebec June 5 The cruiser Essen prepared to depart for Father Point where divers will inspect the wreck of the Empress of Tyoland. With a modern submarine outfit the divers may penetrate the sunken vessel corridors. About 10 bodies are believed aboard. A fire damaged the steamer Santa Cecelia of the Grace Line moored in Breck. Losses amount to 26,000.
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