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Newspaper
Bridgeport Evening Farmer
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Jun 24, 1912
Page
8
A reader submits a recipe for Cream of Asparagus Soup with detailed steps. The method describes selecting twelve asparagus stalks, peeling, boiling, and preparing a roux with flour and butter, then combining with stock to create a creamy soup served hot.
Broad Street resident Dr. Osborne prepares for a Baltimore convention. Various weddings and engagements are reported, including Miss Starysiwa of Norwalk and M. Wittenstein officiating. Attendants include Miss Lee and Miss Margaret, with ushers Benjamin and Jack Lee. A separate reception follows the ceremony.
Poli presents The Easiest Way at La Seve Bridgeport with original company staging. Play by Eugene Walter tells of Laura Murdock who faces a moral crisis for luxury, love and economy. The drama sparked two year New York runs and sparked debate for its taboo topics. Poli actors promise a vivid slice of modern life and audience excitement. A Kidney Pills ad follows.
Mrs Seely offers a special lot of ladies waists tomorrow with deep reductions. The Bridgeport Trust Company proclaims itself the bank of the people with accessible services. Nothningle's promotes a vast furniture layout and a new rug and home goods line at attractive prices. Jacksons Book Shop features croquet sets and craft books with free delivery and low prices.
A survey of current dress and accessory trends highlights lace in lingerie gowns, white shoes, and bold hats with oversized silhouettes. Populars include blue and cafe au lait street wear, jet bead accents, parasols with velvet shading, and enriched fabrics like satin, taffeta, and crepe. Accessories feature bordered chiffon, marquisette, and embroidery, while sleeves widen, skirts lengthen, and coats gain longer lines. Prominent items include Dutch collars, back cuffs, and Norfolk jackets with multiple pockets, alongside Robespierre and Directoire influences and rich color harmonies in evening wear.
The article extols Horatio Herbert Kitchener as the greatest living soldier and describes his Irish roots, stern temperament, and formidable record. It notes his roles from Sirdar in Egypt to British consul general and highlights his influence over Egypt’s autonomy, finances, and regional stability amid the Tripoli war. It also reports on public perceptions, naval and military activities, and social conditions in Egypt and the Sudan under his stewardship.
Dr Reed explains that many patients imagine illnesses like heart disease from nervous sympathy or overindulgence, while placebos satisfy patient fears. He warns against patent medicines, advises rest and simple home care, and notes coffee harms delicate stomachs. Readers submit questions about a boy with a grooved rupture and treatment options.
The article argues that circus days draw crowds from the country into town boosting local commerce. It cites Barnum and Bailey in Bridgeport with funds raised locally. merchants and committees absorb costs for celebrations, often with uncertain recoveries, though economies expect a net positive effect as banks see big deposits after circus days.
Miss Mamie McLoughlin of South Norwalk visits Miss Ada Crafts of 323 fe street. Miss Ruby Banks of 2056 Main Street, with Bridgeport Piano Co., enjoys a two week vacation with friends in Millis Massachusetts. The Connecticut George Junior Republic Association will hold its annual.
A meeting in Litchfield on Wednesday invites local residents to attend where the ladies will serve a luncheon.
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