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Newspaper
Bridgeport Evening Farmer
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Jun 12, 1912
Page
4
A street ad promotes EKline's hosiery praised for durability with prices 12 14c 23c 44c to 89c per pair. It also highlights waists over 50 styles on sale at 96c, comparing to typical $1.25 to $1.50 stores. Purchase urged at Kline's.
A fragmented report notes the Batley Circus constructing a long structure described as a yew at personal cost. The text is unclear but hints at a lengthy, costly project or exhibit, with references to captivity and unusual measurements.
Local clergy and their spouses gathered for an annual banquet filled with informal merriment. Guests shared fellowship, enjoyed a festive program, and reflected on community services while partners mingled during the evening.
Readable lines note bed bugs deter renting as rooms sit empty. Imprecise phrases mention a Cyrus Presto killer claim and admonitions to keep spaces clean and harmless.
A Pastore supper event occurred in the parlors of the First Baptist church at Washington and West Avenues. Ladies of the church served dinner. Rev. Richard L. Swain acted as toastmaster. Rev. FR. Dillingham spoke on human kindness while urging unity beyond personal views. Remarks were made by W. G. Lacey and two other pastors.
Worcester council plans a lavish June 14 convention night with band concerts fireworks and parades. Local clubs coordinate entertainment at Lake Duinsigamond and a monster parade Saturday morning. Delegates depart June 13 at 1 26 PM for 4 PM Worcester arrival with Alexander Robinson arranging transport and accommodations. Local members will wear a unique hat tie and gloves.
A government note lists patents issued to Connecticut inventors for 1918. Names include A. M. Wooster as solicitor, with patent recipients from Bridgeport, Hartford, Winsted, Waterbury, Stamford, Norwalk, and other towns. Patents cover timepieces, toys, clocks, rail components, and various devices.
Stratford, June 12. Postmaster W. B. Bristol estimated the burglars profited by about 1465 dollars from dynamiting the post office safe the night before. The loot consisted mainly one cent stamps totaling roughly 3,000 dollars in value, while cash loss was about 1,000 dollars. The safe withstood the forced entry, leaving the inner compartment intact and zero tracks or car used, suggesting expert thieves.
Forecast shows showers this afternoon or tonight withThursday fair and cooler conditions. Moderate to brisk southwest winds shift to northwest as a Minnesota moved disturbance travels eastward over Ontario. Local showers have covered Kansas to New York. New Haven on southern edge for next 24 hours. High pressure ridge from Tennessee to North Carolina changes little. Warm, muggy weather with local showers followed by cooler Thursday.
Rare economies in the sale of summer millinery by E H Dillon Co and Smith Murray Co Hartford present trimmed hats at underpriced levels. The store touts White Chip Straw, White Hemp Braid, White Hair Braid, Natural Leghorn and Genuine Panama hats as part of a large assortment with economy and elegance.
The notice advertises a June sale with bleached damask, linens, napkins, towels, quilts and sheets at reduced prices. It highlights damask yard prices, hemmed napkins by the dozen, various towel deals, and quilt options plus Cotton and Nainsook fabrics. A department section promotes dyes, stencils, jewelry, silverware, cologne, and china sets with basement pricing.
Bridgeport health board schedules a public hearing on odors from the East Side reduction plant. The hearing, at 8 oclock, will allow residents and contractors to present statements regarding odor impact and contract terms with Fischer to reduce garbage. Discussion includes odor reports from Frank OBrien and local officials, amid board debates on enforcement and procedure.
John McElroy a longtime New York produce exchange member and Bridgeport merchant died at 7:45 PM at 1850 Noble Avenue after a garden shock earlier that day. He led McElroy Bros and was deeply involved with St Marys church and local civic life, survived by a widow Maria Shanley and several children. The obituary notes his Civil War era roots, early career with Crane & Hurd, and extensive family ties across Connecticut communities. His funeral arrangements and service details are not listed.
Bridgeport reports a thrift savings drive in public schools. By the 17th, about $18,000 is on deposit since February, with estimates that roughly half will remain deposited over the summer for a fall reopening. The effort aims to teach children to keep savings intact.
Boston reports that eighteen hundred switchboard operators of the New England Telephone and Telegraph Company threaten a complete tie-up of service unless the company meets demands for an eight hour day, a one hour lunch break, a 15 minute inter-shift rest, and weekly pay scales of $6 for beginners rising to $10 after four years.
French Catholics in this city observe the feast of their patron Saint Anthony of Padua with early communion and a high Mass. Confessions are heard midweek and Benediction set for Thursday and Friday evenings. Starting next Sunday Mass times shift to 7:30 and 9:30, replacing 8:30 and 9:30.
Hartford on June 12 state commissioner on comes animals today issued rules for treatment disposal and care of animals suffering from glanders or farcy and for quarantine of suspected cases. The rules approved by Governor Baldwin cover containment and reporting procedures among others.
Consigned stock of groceries to be sold immediately commencing at 1 PM at Sales Rooms 171 John St. An excellent opportunity to purchase groceries at your own price with many items available.
A partial transcription from Mill Brook Connecticut outlines sections on handling diseased or exposed animals. It covers destruction methods, disposal by quicklime or rendering plants, disinfection of premises, placement of exposed animals, and mandatory reporting with a $50 fine for nonreporting. The dated fragment cites John Zz deputy rere.
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