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Newspaper

Bridgeport Evening Farmer

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Jun 18, 1915

Page

17

Trenton Publishes Open Pavement Specifications Com Against Patented Methods

Mayor Donnelly cites a 45 page pamphlet compiled for the Trenton commission listing concrete foundations sheet asphalt and bituminous concrete pave ments with plans for park streets. The open specs invite any pavement type and warn against exclusive patented articles despite costly bids.

H. Farmer Donnelly Commission Trenton New Jersey Trenton Wrarrenlte

Development of aerial warfare and its potential impact

The text argues aerial and submarine power could dominate future warfare. It notes British raids on Karlerahe caused fires and suggests air fleets could burn cities. It warns continued war may produce enough bombs to threaten distant populations, potentially deterring war by fear of widespread destruction.

Karlerahe

No Imprison for Honorable Men Editorial Clash

The Courant derides the idea of honoring looting and defends Judge Hunt who dismissed a case after testimony. It rejects immunity as a defense and argues that refusing to answer questions does not vindicate the accused. It cites the Inter-State Commerce Commission and questions the newspaper's confidence.

Courant Hunt Billard United States Inter-State Comimerce Commission

Fraternal Insurance Societies Report Shows Resilience

The annual report outlines how fraternal insurance societies fared worse than old line firms due to public service corporation fraud but overall member base grew and losses from railroad bonds were offset. Connecticut groups are described as conservatively managed and broadly prosperous with low admin costs. Bunkers Day was observed at the Pacific via the Panama Canal. The Oregon Short Line named A E Hutchinson general purchasing agent. Cornell University graduated 919 students, the largest class in its history. Senator Oliver of Pennsylvania plans retirement at term end.

Peate Insurance Societies Connecticut

Waterloo centennial amid Belgian pride andEuropean tensions

The piece contrasts Belgium's 100 year old Waterloo commemoration with current German occupation. It notes plans for monuments and statues, debates over Wellington and Blucher credit, and Napoleon’s waning judgment amid the war. It mentions battlefield preservation and a duke’s travels and naval service.

Waterloo Belgium Europe Wellington Blucher Napoleon Prince of Orange Quatre-Bras Walter Scott Britain Germany William Lord Worsley Brussels

Alteration Army moves through Read Co building changes

The Alteration Army continues progress at D D Read Co as landmarks vanish nightly. The Hosiery and Toilet Departments relocate near each other and the new entrance is under construction. The hosiery shifts near dress goods. the toilet moves around the corner. Bodice unions and bathing suits priced 50 cents to 1.50. Art Department features Priscilla Magazine, kids coats, kimonos, and washable rompers on a main floor display.

Read Building

Joe Jackson Birth Anniversary Highlighted as Hall of Fame Contender

The piece marks Joe Jackson born June 18, 1983, tracing his rise from Brandon Mills and Greenville to Connie Mack's Philadelphia Athletics and the 1910 season with Cleveland. It notes his breakout batting feats, early homesickness, and lasting legacy as a Baseball Hall of Fame candidate.

South Carolina Brandon Mills Georgia Royston Nebraska Wahoo Joseph Jackson Tyrus Raymond Cobb Samuel Crawford Greenville Carolina Association Joe Connie Mack Joseph Mack Philadelphia Quaker City Mack Center Garden Athletics Dennis New Orleans Sporting Naps Lord Angora Cleveland Ty Cobb Joseph Jackson Baseball Hall For Fame

Duke of Genoa and Family Ties in Italian Royal Court

The Duke of Genoa aged sixty two serves as ranking admiral and acting King when Victor Emmanuel III is away. He is brother to Dowager Queen Margherita and son of Prince Ferdinand. His wife is Princess Isabella and they have four sons and two daughters. His eldest son is Prince Thomas, Duke of Genoa, educated at Harrow and in the Italian navy.

Philadelphia Italy Victor Emmanuel Genoa Victor Emmanuel III Margherita Prince Ferdinand of Savoy Prince Thomas Duke of Isabella Adalbert Bavaria England Harrow Prince Udine Pistoia Bergamo Ancona

Handsome Cruiser Frances II Arrives at Southport Harbor

At the Black Rock Yacht club in Southport a new cruiser named Frances II is displayed. Brought into the district by Erwin M. Jennings, the 65 foot yacht was built this year at Morris Heights New York by the New York Launch and Engine Co. It measures 14 feet in beam with a four foot draft.

Black Rock Yacht Club Southport Frances II Erwin M. Jennings Morris Heights N. Y New York Launch and Engine Co

Linen Runners for Everyday Use 17 by 50 Inches

Linen Scarves for runners described as hemstitched ends and coarse heavy pure linen priced at 29 cents. Items listed as linen runners suitable for daily use.

Summer Blankets In Cotton And Wool Weights

White and gray blankets available in cotton and wool in all weights. Prices range from 85 cents to 5 dollars per pair, offering varied warmth for summer and transitional seasons.

The D. M. Road Company Co Operative 685 Es3etor

Readable lines mention The D M Road Company and a cooperative arrangement with numbered designation 685 Es3etor. Details are fragmentary but indicate a corporate or municipal transportation related notice without clear action or date.

Great Sale Tomorrow and Saturday Bargains Across Items

A multi item sale running from 9 to 10 A M 10 to 12 A M 2 to 5 P M and 6 to 9 P M features low prices on prints cheese cloth yard wide fabrics muslin sheets sheets and clothing items. The notice mentions a yacht trip for Mr Jennings and a plan to depart in July with details of the Black Rock Yacht club involvement.

Jennings Black Rock

Extraordinary Millinery Bargains at Dillon Co 1105 Main

Retail ad highlights Saturday clearance on millinery, dresses, coats, rainwear, and accessories at E. H. Dillon & Co. Indiana Rubber Co. promotes reliners and boot sleeves with low prices, listing various sizes and items like inner sleeves and hooks.

E. H. Dillon & Co Main Street Adv Indiana Rubber Co

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