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Newspaper
Bridgeport Evening Farmer
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Jun 18, 1914
Page
9
The planned bus trip and dance event were postponed due to the state field day falling on the same date. Organizers cited scheduling conflicts and notified participants to adjust plans accordingly. The updated dates and remaining activities were to be announced by the committee.
New York reports a dull copper market with sparse sales and weak inquiries. Major holders in Boston & Maine stock held steady while notable purchases by G R White and Samuel C Lawrence surfaced. liquidation dominated by small holders. Southern Arizona Mining & Smelting formed to take Imperial Copper mines, backed by a $6.9 million capital. Development Company of America assets spread in Southern New England as it nears receiver status. Western Union shares fell sharply after a syndicate planned a $30 million stock issue. Gro s earnings for early months showed slight gains over the previous year.
The New Haven area announces a meeting moved to June 25 with the Ontario and Western lines reporting a 3 percent dividend and earnings projected to slightly exceed requirements for the year. Other New Haven subsidiaries plan dividends next week including The Connecticut Company at 4 percent totaling about $1.8 million, while The Rhode Island Company's dividend will be much lower than prior year payouts.
Boston in June reports Pope Manufacturing Company plans a reorganization to form a new corporation with around 1.4 million dollars in five year 6 percent notes and stock capital of 1.0 million, split into 600 thousand preferred and 300 thousand common. Four hundred thousand dollars cash will be raised to retire part of the debt via new stock subscriptions to current shareholders.
Rail industry reports 1377 all steel passenger cars in service on January 1 1914 replacing wooden cars would cost about 581 1st million dollars. Sunset Central president Scott criticizes Moon bill as railroad unfriendly. Postmaster general seeks lower parcel post rates but carriers lack hearings. Los Angeles Sacramento and other cities expect million dollar savings from abolished switching charges on industrial tracks. Western railroads pursue revised tariffs based on percentage with basing points Salt Lake City or nearby.
A fashion sale advertises trimmed hats at low prices, boasting economy and elegance. It promises authentic style, quality materials, and varied designs from simple to elaborate, in black and fashionable colors.
Traffic officials discuss uniting the Western Trunk, Transcontinental, and Southwestern Freight bureaus under one commissioner with headquarters in Chicago. The proposal may take effect this year. Ohio rail road tax values rose this year by 20,216,740 to total 633,999,590. New baggage and unseen, captive caplaptator rules mentioned.
Washington reports show supporters defend President Wilson's stance on commerce while a new Federal Reserve note system is outlined. The Olympic Band discusses finances uniforms and a fifth anniversary event with plans for suburban concerts, affiliating with Local No. 63 and the Federation of Musicians. The Bridgeport Musical Union notes a membership surge and a Sunday meeting.
El Paso dispatch says the constitutionalist cause depends on a full settlement between General Carranza and General Villa. A joint appeal for harmony is awaited as rumors swirl about Antilla cargo and Zacatecas reinforcements. In Washington, mediation moves focus after Huerta gate clash and debates over provisional presidency versus neutrality.
On board California Mazatlan June 18 wireless to San Diego Cal the federal gunboat Guerrero arrived at Mazatlan with colors at half mast in honor of Captain Malpico of the vanquished Tampico who committed suicide. Constitutionalists picked up after the sinking will not be turned over to federal authorities as Guerrero officers spare their lives. After Tampico began to sink Malpico and crew tried to escape in a launch. Guerrero chased but did not fire, capture followed and Malpico died by suicide. His body to be buried at Mazatlan as evacuees flee Piedras Island fearing bombardment.
The Michigan state fair association resigns from the Grand Circuit and will hold its next fall race meeting independently. Cleveland reports the resignation was accepted by the Grand Circuit. Court actions over calendar conflicts with Hartford were dropped as the fair agreed to surrender membership. Fred Postal of Detroit, speech committee chair, said the fall meeting remains unaffected.
STEPNEY The Medicine Co leases the corner lot opposite Edward Cornine's in Monroe Center for daily shows. Residents and visitors, including the Craft and Purdy families, attend school activities, church events, and gatherings across nearby towns. Rumor states The Ritz Carlton Hotel Co plans a $5,000,000 hotel on the Stratford hotel site in Chicago.
An advertisement promotes 116 silk parasols offered at about half regular value. It pitches cash-bought stock, lower rates, and below regular prices, with options in taffeta pongee and fancy silks, linen parasols, plain and carved handles, and colors for summer gowns.
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