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Newspaper
Bridgeport Evening Farmer
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Jun 19, 1917
Page
7
In Washington on June 19 Herbert C. Hoover announced a program to reduce high food prices through conservation and waste elimination. The plan calls for American housewives to enroll in the movement between July 1 and 15 to cooperate with the effort.
In Bridgeport reprinted remarks from the Albany Arg Commodore extolling Kentucky volunteers with Harrison. The oration lauds their courage and humanity, noting their restraint toward the enemy and the surge of their humanity upon Detroit. Also informs of a lumber sale offer by Joseph Brookes and a sewer ordinance on Main Street. An important cricket match features Lancashire defeating Surrey with Ricketts scoring 195.
Fifty years ago an open air concert was planned in Ohnagi Park conducted by H. H. Blish with Wheeler & n. The program included March Black Crook Quick Step Rorke a Pearl Waltz D Albert Why Do Summer Roses Fade Verdi Ohio Ferando Schottischer Sounds from Home Guneel Sophien Waltz Strauss Old Lancers. The event was set to begin at quarter before eight.
Secretary Daniels orders coal and oil producers to supply vast quantities to the Navy at fixed prices, aiming to ensure steady wartime fuel for ships and plants. The action reflects government controls during the conflict and signals a push to stabilize energy supplies for military needs.
Twenty years ago the St Josephs T L B association secured Avon Park for July 10 for their annual picnic and games including base ball tug of war running and jumping plus other sports. They have engaged several first class attractions for the evening with refreshments to be sold.
The navy will buy 1,750,000 tons of coal and 50,000,000 barrels of oil under a price set later by the president after a Federal Trade Commission fair rate determination. The procurement is authorized by Congress and relies on the authority granted to the navy.
Hartford on June 19 the Connecticut council of defense through its food supply committee launches a state campaign to gather pledges for Herbert C Hoover and the national food conservation effort. The pledge pledges support for food conservation and accepting the duties of the United States food administration in the home within one’s circumstances.
Paris on June 18 President Poincare visited Rheims and pinned the Legion of Honor on Cardinal Lucan Deputy Mayors De Bruignac and Charbonneaux and editor Dramas of 1 Eclair. The ceremony occurred in the rebuilt municipal offices after the city hall burned. He then toured the cathedral and hardest hit city quarters.
Clinton Howard known as the little giant of Rochester will address the First Methodist Episcopal church at Broad street and Fairfield avenue Thursday at 8 pm. His talk titled The World On Fire advocates national prohibition and is free to all. The event follows his speeches in major cities including Washington DC. A printed copy of his lecture was sent to President Wilson and Congress. Cardinal Mercier's letter of thanks to Wilson is noted. William A Kennedy of Kennedy Mitchell Co. faces grand larceny charges.
The council abolished the lien clerk post, created a new clerk and assistant, and eyed John M. Dowling for the berth with salaries set at 3000 and 1800 dollars. It approved widening John street and Pequonnock street, extended Roosevelt street, and heard plans for a 50 foot John street highway. Jitney rules were tightened near Main and Fairfield avenues. Directors for the library were re-elected and a recreation committee expanded. An appropriation for soldiers’ quarters and a fire prevention bureau were approved, with broad enforcement powers for life and property safety.
Soldiers guarding a bridge nine miles east of Elmira were fired on last night marking the fourth attack at that site. In Bethel, Fairfield county, the first real military service by newly organized automobile units occurred as two of three units moved to Danbury to transport Home Guard and other companies to participate in a Red Cross parade. Automobile companies of ten cars each are being formed in every county town to provide prompt transport of soldiers and supplies if needed.
Broken instep or flatfoot often results from undue weight on the feet. Anatomik shoes, invented by an orthopedist, fit to natural lines providing foot comfort. Made for men women and children and sold at W. K. Mollan 1026 Main street.
A Bridgeport appeal asks every red blooded American to donate between now and June 25 to strengthen the American Red Cross for civilian and military relief. The call emphasizes clear patriotism and urges broad participation to demonstrate local support for the national effort.
Terrific charges are witnessed on the Russian front where German and Russian trenches lie within speaking distance. Russians rush German trench for brandy, then retreat. Germans target ham and bacon. The exchange continues as both sides seek provisions, with no shots fired.
Middletown June 18 Wesleyan University conferred 1917 diplomas as many graduates wore khaki from military training camps. Alumni returned for reunions and the procession led by President William A Shanklin. Trustees named at alumni meeting were John E. Eustis, Rev. David G. Downey, and Abram W. Harris. The education board selected Charles L. Foster as secretary.
Hartford June 19 Gov Holcomb yesterday afternoon appointed a board of examiners in chiropractice as follows Charles J Carlson Hartford G Hurd Wilbur Ansonia and John A Keeler Bridgeport.
Advertisement notes practical wedding gifts including eight day mantel clocks priced between 4.00 and 12.00, silver plated table ware by Rogers and Oneida, 26 piece chests from 5.00 to 20.00, high grade cut glass sets, and engagement and wedding rings. Promotions emphasize lasting quality and satisfaction guarantees.
The Wheeler and Wilson Foil Regiment Home Guard band will perform on June 2 at Washington Park starting at o'clock. The program includes Star Spangled Banner, March 2nd, Our Glorious Naillers Overture, Red White and Blue Waltz, Cornet Solo by Adrian Vere, selections My Home Town, Popular Airs, American Fantasie Bendix, Posiiude America. Louis F. Chermak conducts.
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