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Newspaper
Bridgeport Evening Farmer
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Jun 15, 1917
Page
14
A fragmented paragraph notes that all family members including the father, mother, sister and cashier seek tools, kitchen supplies, and a velocipede to meet their needs, highlighting a broader demand for complete satisfaction.
A historical note outlines June 14 as the flag adoption anniversary and traces prior colonial flags including the Beaver Flag, Rattlesnake Flag, and Washington’s Cambridge design. It credits Franklin with a 13 stripe flag and discusses the first use at Fort Stanwix and Brandywine where Washington and Paul Jones figures are linked to early banner history.
Berlin reports under the heading Submarine Warfare and War Costs that costs attract little public attention. The piece notes the United States became a creditor to avoid enemy bankruptcy and argues submarine warfare yields an economic gain as Entente losses in ships and cargoes outpace German costs.
Ollie Murphy formerly managed Connie Lewis' Fairfield Ave bowling alleys and was fined $100 in common pleas court for wagering on a baseball pool. He appealed a prior $50 city court fine. A Knights of Columbus grant of one million dollars aims to aid young Americans called to the colors.
London reports Wednesdays air raid on London that killed many women and children, boosting support for reprisals against German towns. The Westminster Gazette opposes reprisals and urges use of postwar economic pressure against those who wage air and sea war. It notes East End fear and vows by workers to shun German goods until responsibility is addressed.
Representative Charles B. Smith of New York proposes Congress dispatch a commission to visit British French Italian and Russian fronts to advise on war legislation. He has drafted a resolution to prepare for such a commission.
London reports the government will free all prisoners captured in the Easter Sunday Irish rebellion a year ago. The piece also covers Sofie of Greece, her German ties, royal lineage, and potential dynastic outcomes after peace. It notes Frank E. Carstarphen resigning as Assistant U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of New York.
Mrs Roy E Clark was elected president of the Ladies union Park Street Congregational church at yesterday's annual meeting. Mrs Gerald H Beard chosen secretary and Miss Mary Gabriel treasurer. Graduation exercises today at the Normal school of the Fannie A Smith Froebel Training school. Junior Class Day at the High school this afternoon. The Women's Relief corps in attendance. The flag presented years ago will be placed in trust of the junior class by the graduating class. Miss Esther K Davis of this city was among Abibott Academy graduates Andover MA Wednesday morning. Killian Seifert one of many weddings Tuesday afternoon June 12 at the German Lutheran church Miss Harriet Seifert wed Mr Charles Killian. Miss Anna Maye bridesmaid and Mr Gus Killian best man. William Gestermier and John Sullivan were ushers. Bride wore white satin with bouquet of bridal roses arranged in a shower and a veil of white silk illusion. Bridesmaid wore white satin with bouquet of pink roses and carnations. After wedding supper at the brides' parents No 167 Alleae St Mir Mr and Mrs Killian left for Washington DC Atlantic City and points South. During supper Miss Ethel Sullivan performed on piano with Gestermier on violin. Happy couple received many presents.
Washington June 15 The senate finance committee revising the war revenue bill devoted itself to questions of taxation of incomes excess profits and publications and magazines. These problems have proved difficult of settlement.
A Paris paper claims German Chancellor Bethmann Hollweg may have Bordeaux roots but denies any French blood. The Bethmann line reportedly came from Frankfurt to Bordeaux in the 18th century, with Israelite origin noted. The hyphenated surname arose when a Bethmann sister married a German Hollweg, who adopted the Bethmann name for business value.
Athens dispatch says Senator Jo nngrt informed Premier Zalmis that after the war and Allied demands a plebiscite will decide if King Constantine may resume the throne. The Maxim Munitions Co announced a government order for cartridges worth 250 million units, the largest single order from the United States.
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