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Newspaper
Bridgeport Evening Farmer
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Jun 11, 1912
Page
7
Bridgeport Evening Farmer records its origin as a Bridgeport Connecticut newspaper with the Farmer Publishing Co at 178 Fairfield Avenue and notes exclusive telegraph service of United Press as second class matter.
The law making powers of the states must follow the Republican National Committee rules or risk loss of representation at national conventions. The committee is expected to deem delegates legally chosen under state laws as regular delegates from the states they come from.
Labor Commissioner Patrick Connolley plans to include his best method for handling labor difficulties in his annual report. He favors arbitration with employer and worker representatives and a third mediator when needed. He supports trade agreements and uses strikes only as a last resort, leveraging his expert background to shape his approach.
The New Haven committee on six for a quarter trolley fares plans to ask the legislature to require trolley companies to sell tickets for twenty five cents during peak hours. Bridgeport may pursue its own petition with the public utilities commission, which could influence future state action and benefit Connecticut residents. The Common Council urged a demonstration of civic rights before the public tribunal.
The upcoming Republican convention faces contests over Taft and Roosevelt seats, with the National Committee likely to seat Taft delegates and oust Roosevelt ones. The outcome remains open with potential nominations for Taft Roosevelt or a third candidate, as delegates reflect regional divides and partisan interests.
An essay-like piece cites a quarrel over direct primaries and democratic reforms. It quotes a Methodist Episcopal church quaterly address railing at corporate greed, price fixing, and antipathy to popular governance, praising reformist calls for collective action and voter empowerment.
In Allentown Pennsylvania on June 11 Charles W. Rinn the mayor known for his “personal privilege” order allowing policemen to enter saloons and drink as they wished has been forced to revoke that aspect of his policy. The move follows widespread abuse of the privilege as officers entered saloons both on and off duty.
In Atlantic City New Jersey on June 11 several graduating girls created a stir by wearing one white and one black stocking to advertise a minstrel show. Principal Prof Miller moved them to another room and arranged for they to swap to match colors under supervision. Superintendent Boyer inspected afterward.
Washington reports the Arlington Hotel, a half century landmark, is being dismantled to make way for a new hostelry. Celebrities and politicians recall its lavish decor, while memorabilia dealers snap up vintage furnishings. Taft era Secret Service men, dusted from long auto campaigns, lament missing shoes in a New Jersey dust episode.
Paul J Rainey famed Nimrod plans a multi continent hunt with a moving picture camera and rifle. He aims to Africa first targeting Nairobi Uganda Congo for lions elephants apes and tigers then on to the South Seas Malay Archipelago and live gorillas for the American Museum. He travels with T Everett Hardy and Dr Carl Akey.
A wide patch of European and international items covers Budapest salary bills for civil servants with families, Roumanian and Russian disputes over alleged desertion and extradition, Lagarevitch’s murder sentence in Belgrade, Finnish women gaining court counsel rights, Siam's king proposing equal taxation for his properties, a Milan philatelist stamp scam exposed, Bergamo girls aiding Italy’s air force, and Marconi wireless operators boosted after the Titanic disaster with about 100 ships already equipped and more schools opened.
Hope's Bright Star depicts a tranquil scene with a calm lake and silent forest. The speaker wishes life could glide without pain, guided by hope as a bright star, with Newark New Jersey noted as the location.
British explorer Sir Harry Hamilton Johnston urged U S annexation of Cuba to secure peace and prosperity. The Times piece notes his Africa experience and colonial duties, praising German transport and criticizing Italy hotels while labeling his views controversial.
A survey of legendary and recorded giants across centuries. Chang-Woo-Gow, eight feet tall, exhibited in London thirty two years ago. Srustay, seven feet nine inches, Norwegian. Notable giants include Charles O'Brien eight feet four inches who died in 1783, Big Sam eight feet, Patrick Cotter eight feet seven inches, John Middleton nine feet three inches, and the Arabian Gabra nine feet nine inches. Og King of Bashan reportedly slept on a bed nine cubits long.
At the First Reformed church, Fred J. Woerner and his wife brought twins to the font. The father mixed up which boy was Joseph Frederick and Irving Tappen, while the mother confidently identified the correct child. The minister presided as the ceremony continued with the correct naming.
New Haven June 11 President Taft doubts he can attend Yale's commencement on June 19. He has attended Yale ceremonies for years, but the events coincide with the National Republican Convention in Chicago, so advisers urge him to stay in touch with the gathering.
The Hartmann trunk line advertises special fibre covered Steamer Trunks in olive and brown, with sizes from 34 to 40 inches and prices from $7.50 to $20.00. Dress trunks priced up to $20.00. Trunks are made by Hartmann Trunk Co with guarantees and are showcased on the Fourth floor.
United States flags in sizes from small to large offered with poles and fixtures. Wool bunting flags at best grade and 5 x 8 feet, cotton flags with fast color priced at 1.39. Flag Section located on the lower floor.
Summer tailor wear ranges in three widths from wide to narrow with a 29 inch width priced 50 cents to 1.00. English imported corduroy with heavy rib costs 1.50. The note advises asking for a simple washing rule to keep fabric looking fresh. Colored Dress Goods Section.
Miss Alden conducts an art needlework lesson each Wednesday from 9 to 5. Beginners are guided to create a fine piece, with the large front third floor room described as pleasant and airy. Also offered are summer brassieres, open mesh with dress shields for wear with light dresses and lingerie waists priced at $1.00 and $1.50.
Atlantic City on June 11 reports the death of Agnes B Day 22 from internal hemorrhage after dancing the Turkey trot with friends at her home. She suddenly suffered severe right side pain and died before medical help could arrive. The coroner noted rupture of a blood vessel as the cause. she had recently married.
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