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Newspaper
Bridgeport Evening Farmer
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Jun 20, 1916
Page
9
Obituary briefs list June 1916 funeral plans for Langdon Rooney Nichols Nolan Mehlhouse Penner Kenny and others with mass times at St Michael's and Sacred Heart churches. Classifieds include show cases, irons, range, wiring jobs, delis and multiple two family houses for sale or rent in Bridgeport and nearby depots and avenues.
Special Agent Rodgers in Mexico City notified the state department that a special train would evacuate Americans and other foreigners from the capital to Vera Cruz amid anti foreign demonstrations and rising sentiment. He will remain at his post as authorities report no open violence yet.
A long note defends U S actions regarding the Mexican expedition. It argues the de facto Mexican government would not have agreed to a joint withdrawal plan, cites El Paso conferences, and insists American forces acted to protect borders while seeking proper cooperation from Carranza Obregon and Scott.
Obituaries note funeral services for Myron Teller held at his Long Hill home at 2 pm with burial planned for Spring Glen tomorrow. Thomas W. Arlington, Civil War veteran, mourned at 2 pm from Michael J. Gannon’s parlors with Elias Howe Post G A R in charge and Rev. Ira S. Jacobs officiating. Henry Murphy’s service began at 8:30 pm from Cullinan Mullins parlors. mass at St. Augustine’s by Rev. Edward Hayes. bearers listed. burial at St. Michael’s Cemetery.
Yale President Hadley addressed alumni at New Haven on national questions and preparedness. He highlighted undergraduates teaching English and American customs to immigrants and warned that organized emotion cannot replace brains in war preparation.
Units of the Connecticut National Guard mobilized at the state armory with seven absentees, as General Cole and Governor Holcomb discussed departure for Niantic. Camp Whitman in Beekman, New York, was ready to train up to 17 000 guardsmen. Six thousand Red Cross nurses were ready in New York to mobilize within 24 hours for front hospital units.
Crane Co announces all state militia members employed will receive full six months of paid leave while in service with pay extended for longer service. Positions held open for those recalled. A. F. Bennett, general manager, states wage protection and reemployment. Other firms may follow.
Stamford June 20 Homer S Cummings says he favored Vance McCormack as chairman of the Democratic National Committee and was not drafted to lead the campaign. He returns from the St Louis convention claiming unanimous support for McCormack and reports good health after arduous duties. London reports Parliament to reconvene. Asquith to move a resolution on Earl Kitchener’s death expressing House feelings.
The weather forecast for Bridgeport Connecticut on Tuesday June 20 1916 calls for a fair night followed by cooler conditions on Wednesday. The brief bulletin notes cooler air moving in and clear skies for the period.
The note urges cheerfulness despite rain and heat to catch up on tasks and enjoy sunlit days. It emphasizes rain and sun bringing splendid crops and a bright, hopeful summer with smiling days ahead.
A vintage ad promotes canvas tents for hot weather living or recreation. A 14 by 24 foot one story tent priced at 22.50 features half walls and a full fly, with a 14 by 12 foot main section and 14 by 12 foot roof. Smaller tents listed at 6.50, 9, and 12 with matching flies priced 3.25 to 6. The sale mentions front basement access.
An advertisement touts Gossard corsets with nine figure types and easy fit from the store floor. It highlights 10k gold jewelry in Old English and green finishes, bracelet watches with Elgin movements, sapphire and amethyst settings, and silver vanity cases. pearl bead chains, all in the center aisle and front sections.
Frilled collars and fabrics such as pique Palm Beach cloth crepe de chine and organdy are advertised with prices from 25¢ to 2.50. Styles include plain embroidered and border options in georgette crepe and lawn. Pongee collars round or sailor style and collar and cuff sets are offered. Main floor front.
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