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Newspaper
Bridgeport Evening Farmer
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Jun 20, 1914
Page
12
A fragment recalls Mayor Wilson in a Hartford case where a woman declares “Husband, I give thee all I have” as the mayor courts Warrenite. The text claims he kept back $40,000 from a pool of $200,000 amid mismatched passions.
At a Federation of Woman's Clubs meeting in Chicago the speaker warned of youth pollution through street life and social pressure. The talk questioned the value of sex education and urged parents and teachers to impart social discrimination. It contrasted old home life with modern temptations and urged guidance to steer girls from street associations toward safer paths.
The article surveys the name John Smith across cultures, noting its ubiquity and versatility. It traces variants from Hans Schmidt in Germany to Giovanni Smith in Italy and Juan Smithus in Spain, highlighting how the same root adapts to local tongues and histories. It also mentions the historic figure John Smith, founder of Virginia, and his commemorations in London, while touching on the name’s broad social presence from scholars to criminals.
Assistant State's Attorney Galen A. Carter issued a bench warrant in the Sprott case. Coroner John J. Phelan found criminal negligence after an exhaustive hearing. The piece argues for a jury to determine fault and notes public policy calls for careful pursuit of justice in auto fatalities.
The piece blasts a December Bridgeport banquet portrayal of chimney smoke and ruined industry. It cites a letter to New Britain Republicans claiming a national conspiracy against New England, urging readers to see a broader plot by New England officials and financiers. It accuses polluters of prosperity lies and calls for honesty in politics and finance.
The article recalls the transition from Spring to Summer with references to Midsummer Day and solstice traditions. It describes Swedish rural celebrations and the Shoshoni sand dance, noting ceremonial poles and beliefs in healing powers, with commentary on endurance feats and social reverence. It ends by cautioning against obstructing children from wandering.
Paris reports Simon W. Straus on French thrift shaping family budgets and savings habits. He notes French households plan expenditures, enjoy balanced amusements, and hoard savings while bonds attract mid and lower class buyers. Mexican crisis and Huerta policy provoke French investor losses, with Basil Zaharoff funding Greek mandates and a salon portrait by Prince Abdul Medjid highlighting Turko-European ties.
Paris city council plans lighting refuges on the Notre Dame approach to improve safety after many accidents. Refuge spots will be illuminated from beneath thick glass rather than standard lampposts to preserve the square’s view of the cathedral. France claims Durbar II won the English Derby, with Duryea well known in French racing circles and reportedly betting up to 15,000 dollars. odds were high and prizes near 300,000 dollars have been claimed.
Washim June 20 Dr Joseph Taber Johns spoke to Keepwells TM of St J Episcopal church saying modern diaphanous draperies are healthier than heavy past clothing. He claimed airy X ray waists and angel sleeves vent air from the body as society members and officials listened in, their necks and shoulders visible through gauzy dresses.
New Haven June 1 The Yale Medical School receives a 400000 gift announced as anonymous but traced to the Lauder family of Pittsburgh and Greenwich. The Anna M R Lauder Fund honors Mrs Geo Lauder with stipulation to endow a Department of Public Health the Lauder Chair of Public Health.
A scattered column notes a traveling film exhibit easing access to movies, while curious ads seek buyers for books and items. It cites June Chicago marriage licenses rising to 1422 in the first week, compares figures to last year, and mentions the Wabash Railroad banning intoxicants in Missouri to comply with local option laws. It also reviews Mrs Whartons essay on English critics, calling her critics harsh and dismissive.
All friends and patrons planning to leave the city for summer use the store services for any extent desired. Special shoppers will handle requests or orders by mail or telephone, and the same will be carefully filled. Used the store.
The Seeger Siphon Refrigerator hosts a two day demonstration on Monday in the basement. Prospective buyers learn about its features including odor control and air circulation to preserve food while the unit is said to meet scientific standards for cleanliness and sanitary interior conditions.
An old issue notes Housekeeper items including Old Roman Solder a versatile putty for mending glass, crockery, iron, wood, and more. it requires heat to apply and won’t rust or melt after hardening, 25 cents a tube. Also offered are convent square dish cloths with metallic sheen that scour and wash, 10 cents each, at half-price in a two-item assortment.
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