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Newspaper

Bridgeport Evening Farmer

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Jun 17, 1912

Page

3

Preparation at Democratic convention site in Baltimore

June 17 in Paltemers as managers and advisers from nearly every Democratic presidential camp gather for the last week before the convention. National committee members set up headquarters and begin full preparations. Chairman Norman E. Mack states readiness as tempo chairmanship and delegation lines are arranged, including Massachusetts’ Fitsgerald listed for temporary chair.

Paltemers National Committee Norman E. Mack Mack Fitsgerald Massachusetts Arp Clark Foss

Geroner challenges ghost theory in unknown man's death

Coroner Phelan questions a fringe theory about the death of an unidentified man found on railroad tracks near Aggegatte Boundex. The investigation notes no concrete linking of a vehicle accident to the body, citing fragmentary clues and unconfirmed eyewitness details from a local morgue.

Aggegatte Phelan Bode Reutke James J Tennnessee Mirandy Sam

Pather O Rourke in St Mary's Mass Service

Mev Father William A O Rourke celebrates mass at St Mary's Church. Local parishioners gather for the ceremony and participation in the service.

Pather O’rourke ST. Mary's Father Wiliam A. O'Rourke

Married Notice From 1912 Reaffirmed By Rev Murphy

Fragments show a marriage notice mentioning Ann E and a revision by Rev Murphy in 1912. Details are sparse with broken text but indicate a formal church acknowledgment of a marriage.

Ann E Char Murphy Eae

Requiem Masses For Sullivan Declan Gil Age 26

An anniversary requiem mass for John J. Sullivan will be held at St Augustine’s Church tomorrow at 7 a m. An anniversary high mass for Sheriff Peter Declan will be celebrated Tuesday at 7 a m at the Church of the Sacred Heart Larchmont N Y for his soul. John Joseph Gil aged 26 years 9 months funeral from No 111 West Avenue Wednesday at 8 20 a m and Sacred Heart church at 9 o'clock interment at Succameter Cemetery.

No. Hi West Avenue Sacred Heart Church Su Cametery

Wide Utah Uintas loom over mountains and lakes

The Uintas rise with peaks of 13,496 feet and vast alpine scenery. Glacial lakes dot the pines, with four great basins visible from Bald Mountain and seventy lakes scattered through the forests. The range is noted for geology, beauty, and economic importance, illustrating a grand, picturesque landscape.

Utah Uinta Range United States King’s Peaks Mount Emmons Uinta Mountains Uintas Bald Mountain Guy Elliott ‘Mitchell United States Geological Survey Lacke’s

Nearly $17 000 in Pennies Saved by School Children

The school savings system closed for summer with deposits totaling nearly $17,000. Prospect school led weekly deposits, followed by Lincoln, Oak, Wheeler, Garfield, Bostwick, Summerfield, Kossuth, Huntington road, North Main street, Newfield, Maplewood, Prospect, and Shelton, with amounts ranging from $12.08 to $80.55. Graceful Women of India describes sari drape and movement, praising natural posture and suggesting corset abolition.

Prospect School Lincoln Washington Oak Wheeler Garfield Bostwick Summerfield Kossuth Huntington Road North Main Street Newfield Maplewood Prospect Shelton

Broad and good service in a men’s clothing store

A long promotional piece extols broad service and varied merchandise for men in furnishings shoes and sporting goods now offered in clothing. It highlights hand tailored suits from $20 to $30, business and style options at $15, and rugged wear at $10 with a large, loyal clientele. Special examples of broad good service are the

Half-Price Trousers Sale and Suit Orders $16 50

Promotion offers trousers for men at all tastes at not more than half price. Trousers cover work, business, special occasions, outings from plain blue or black to patterns and grays. Values range from $2 to $7, with suit orders at $16 50.

Made to measure suits offered by Howland store

A promotional offer highlights suits made to measure for men of unusual build or those seeking a style tailored to fit. Customers may choose from a wide range of fabrics for a guaranteed fit, fabric, making, and service. The offer encourages a first-time introduction to Howland clothing for men.

Stylish washable skirts offered at small price

A maker with excess stock offers a desirable lot of washable skirts in pique rep linen and pure colors. Styles suit summer wear with trim finishes and good tailoring in white blue pink gray Copenhagen and tan. Prices slashed from the usual two to four dollars to a not yet stated low amount.

Copenhagen

Norfolk styles bring coats and middy blouses to center aisle

Promotions highlight white galatea Norfolk jacket with belt in black patent leather, offered at 1.50. New middy blouses in white or striped galatea priced at 1 or 1.50. Lawn handkerchiefs with initials and linen handkerchiefs at 5 cents. Center aisle rear displays these dresses and accessories on second floor.

Special leather hand bags priced and stylish

A local shop offers new style leather hand bags with double-strap handles and coin purses. Frames vary from plain to elaborately gilt or silver. Available in black and assorted colors with easy access shape, located near the Main Street door.

Silk Gloves with Embroidery and Tucks Displayed

Silk gloves of special fineness are showcased for summer wear. Embroidered designs and tasteful tucking add individuality. Prices range from $1.25 to $2.50 for 16 button length. Center aisle rear display.

Hose supporters brighten bargain aisle with colorful caps

Fragments note a dusting cap sale in the front aisle. Colorful designs and good fabrics are offered at low prices, with 15 cents mentioned as a past price and terms described as worth more in other lines.

White hat styles draw shoppers with trim jaunty appeal

White hats attract buyers with distinctive shapes for pique and duck cloth. The floor display offers varied, attractive designs full of style and value at the usual 50 cent price in rear.

Splendid Pique Stock Arrives at Discounted Price

A large lot of high quality pique has just arrived and is moving fast. The store offers brisk sales on brilliant white welt tape and related goods, advertising a rare value at a notably low price. Shoppers are urged to buy while quantities last.

London Express Eta Welt

Reserves join the parasols display at A Center

Fresh reserves have been added to the parasol supply just in time to avert disappointment. The lot features effective patterns and colors beautifully combined. Shunning value discussion, readers are invited to choose in the center aisle at the rear.

Let the Evening Farmer Do Things for You

An early 20th century advertising pitch urges readers to use the Evening Farmer’s columns as a daily Central Office enabling them to find help, sell property, locate goods, or secure services, promising practical solutions through its notices and ads.

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