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Newspaper
Bridgeport Evening Farmer
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Jun 14, 1917
Page
6
Wetrocrad June 14 Finland gains near total internal autonomy under a new law until Russo Finnish relations are settled. The Root commission arrived in Petrograd with American and Russian officials, visiting the former imperial palace and meeting the provisional government and ministers.
London dispatch reports a reign of terror in Tsaritsyn where extremists have declared a separate republic and seized control, with Tsaritsyn as a key railroad and Volga traffic hub. Separate republics are also noted in Kherson and Kiranova, though deemed less serious.
Washington reports a conference of senate leaders on the administration's priority shipment bill as final agreements are awaited. Proposed mediations would limit presidential power to direct military shipments and empower the Interstate Commerce Commission to set preference for foodstuffs, superseding the broad food regulatory authority in the original measure.
The U S Civil Service Commission announces a June 26 1917 examination to fill a laborer custodian janitor vacancy at Bridgeport Post Office Building with a $600 yearly salary. No education test. physical ability and training experience. ages 20 to 50 unless honorably discharged veterans exempt. Apply via Form 1200 to local Bridgeport Post Office or Boston district secretary room 145 by June 26 1917. Austria calls all 17 year olds to colors.
A chaotic creditors sale at Lonergan assets offers dramatic discounts on men s clothing and suits including line items at 7 85 for a suit and 15 value ties. The ad promises refunds if buyers feel clothing is not worth the price and highlights spring summer fabrics like tweeds and serges with steep markdowns.
New York June 14 An American liner bumped into a submarine off the Irish coast in an accident at fifteen knots. A diver later found a broken propeller blade on the liner after docking in an English port. The captain said no sinking occurred and the crew were kept ashore on orders. A second submarine was sighted nearby three miles off prior to the incident.
Frederick Lord, of Mamaro neck, an American Graphophone Co. employee, testified in Superior Court that he repeatedly threatened to end his life by drowning in the Connecticut River, slashing his throat, suffocation, and poison. His wife Ida Lord alleged infidelity and named James H. Rabbit as co-respondent, which he disputed as paternal interest. The couple married in 1904 and the judge reserved ruling Tuesday afternoon.
A farewell party was held in Warner Bros brassiere department for Mrs. Rose Robbins vice president of the Dorset Workers union who leaves for Philadelphia. The event served as a testimonial with forewoman Miss Brennan and Miss Mullins guests of the union and Bessie Stein leading the goodbye remarks. Refreshments followed. The Ladies Auxiliary of Letter Carriers plans monthly meetings at 410 Shelton Street. A report about Captain F E Klenschmidt roaming Edison’s plant was denied by Charles Edison.
A Bridgeport speaker advocates subscribing to the 1917 Liberty Loan offering 2 percent down and installments to fund World War I needs. He praises Bridgeport’s resolve, urges all to invest from small to large amounts, notes bonds exempt from taxation, and highlights bonds ready July 1 with payments through June 15.
The Fairfield Garden Club held its annual meeting at the Memorial library with many members present. Officers were re elected: Mrs. Wright honored president, Mrs. W. B. Glover president, and Mrs. Paulding secretary treasurer. The club outlined school garden work for 365 pupils and announced a Liberty fete at Oakhaven on June 23 with a Premier Saxophone quartet concert and refreshments.
The Seaside council of the Royal Arcanum held a very enthusiastic meeting last night. They decided to visit Stamford on June 19. Members planned to travel by auto and the council agreed to buy a Liberty bond. The Red Cross was remembered and a donation provided. Refreshments followed.
The 1918 B H S class abandons a senior day for three plays in the auditorium: The Maker of Dreams by Oliphant Dawns, The Groove by George Middleton, and The Lost Silk Hat by Bunsany. Cast lists, roles, and the program include the Junior President Elliott Reynolds, student performers, and a flag presentation by the Senior class president Frank Mercer.
Petrograd reports the finance ministry will enact a sugar monopoly modeled on the vodka system. Home produced sugar to be bought by the state at production cost and sold at a fixed 105 price. Retail will occur through state stores, co operatives, and private dealers with a set commission. Rockefeller increases stake with a 5 million subscription, bringing his total to 20.094 million.
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