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Newspaper
Bridgeport Evening Farmer
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Jun 25, 1914
Page
13
A sweeping critique questions why ocean and river travel remain so deadly despite safety advances. It blames speed-driven profits for rushing ships through fog and bergs, risking lives to save hours and money. The author urges readers to weigh the true costs of faster voyages.
Fragmentary text outlines Farmer stands at several city locations including Broader and 42nd Street areas. Mentions No. 4 3 E. are a SW corner 30th St City Hall Bos.
In the June 21 1914 Providence Journal a Connecticut representative Jerry Donovan defends economy in postage site funding for a Fairbanks Alaska Post Office. The Alaska delegate questions local data as Donovan counters with figures showing receipts and population are uncertain, provoking laughter and a forecast that Donovan’s last term may come.
The text describes R. Warren selling a product to favored communities for 98 yards. In Bridgeport a mayor and a public works chief clash over access to this provider. The piece asserts Warren’s trade is lucrative and central to a faltering palm, indicating graftlike dealings.
Public health guidance warns against excess alcohol and tight clothing in extreme heat. Avoid drinking large amounts of icy water. sip cool water slowly and dress in light breathable fabrics to prevent heat illness. Officials emphasize staying hydrated and limiting alcohol during heat waves.
Fragmentary report notes a gender biased event with contestants drawn from a high school class. It mentions four girls and several male judges, and indicates prizes were distributed among a small group. The text is garbled but centers on women’s fitness for public roles and a prize contest.
The letter from the clerk to Mr. Catlin reveals funding pressures over a $100 party exchequer contribution and a disputed mobile repair bill. A council clerk’s note implies removal may relate to reluctance to approve costs, with references to rival contracts over scented soap purchases and a vendetta between Mr. Robinson and Mr. Catlin.
A reflective piece argues newspapers should mix daily routine with extraordinary events. It notes most residents are kind and law abiding, with only a small minority involved in crime or disorder. The author cautions sensationalism distorts reality while urging responsible reporting.
The passage discusses Theodore Roosevelt's reaction to Wilson's Colombian treaty and the canal zone. It argues Roosevelt’s stance on Panama and eminent domain, justifying his actions as essential for the greater good and as a basis for compensatory measures under Wilson's treaty.
In the House yesterday Representative Quinn of Mississippi voiced disgust at officials riding in luxury as federal vehicles. The columnist notes the irony of a city with many $2,000 job holders in $4,000 cars and reflects on civic pride and public behavior in a satirical tone.
The Stratford avenue bridge commission will convene in Mayor Wilson's office Friday afternoon for organization and a general bridge discussion. Mayor Wilson may decline the chairman nomination though created chair by the common council. Only one member sworn in. others to take oath at the meeting. Vases and Window Boxes Filled. John Reck & Son.
Store ad offers gloves 19¢ to 5.39 mitts 19¢ to 4.68 league balls 1.25 bicycles from 22.50 tires 1.50 to 4.00 puncture proof 3.00 all guaranteed for the season. Contact details show 22252244 for purchase.
Minority stockholders sue majority stockholders and Anaconda Copper to reverse the exchange of Alice Gold & Silver Mining stock for Anaconda stock. Plaintiffs claim about 20 million dollars of Alice stock were swapped for only around 16 million. Also reports May earnings, dividend prospects for Lehigh Valley, and other industrial notices from 1914 including Delaware & Hudson, Western Union, and stock offerings.
Members of Kuhn, Loeb and Co of New York plan resignations from ten national bank directorships. The move follows the federal act rule barring directors from receiving compensation beyond regular fees or salaries. Mortime L. Chiff, a Kuhn Loeb banker, declined an invitation to join the Mechanics and National Bank board after absorbing Fourth National in protest.
Boston June 25 Progressive party representatives in the legislature served notice they will strongly oppose the Fisher Ellis bill separating the Boston and Maine from the New Haven. They favor a measure backed by Charles Sumner Bird advocating state ownership of the Boston and Maine stock. The New Haven road would oppose allowing the state to retain the right to acquire the B and M stock, Moorfield Storey, counsel for New Haven, said yesterday.
Washington reports indicate criminal prosecutions in the New Haven railroad case are likely, fueled by requests from district attorneys in New York, Massachusetts, and Rhode Island for full transcripts of hearings. The Senate is set to file a public record of testimony with officials seeking accountability for alleged wrecking of the New Haven. The Justice Department has not denied immunity promises to New Haven directors.
Seaboard Air Line plans equipment purchases costing 1 440 060 with equipment trust certificates. Application will be filed with the Georgia railroad commission. A new New York to Ala train service is proposed to handle rising passenger business. New steel cars will be used. The Martin Fertilizer Co pleaded guilty to 12 counts in Richmond indictments and was fined 1400 and its president 100. The St. Louis Terminal reports a body blow in refusals of higher rates.
An advertisement highlights a soy basswood Wardrobe Trunk with riveted bands, a roomy interior with 10 hangers and five deep drawers, priced at 19.75. Also promotes Silk Neglige Shirts, Silk Foulard Ties at 35 cents each or 3 for 1.00, Boys Blouses, toilet sundries, and assorted grooming items. Includes folding travel case option and portable toothbrush sets.
A district federal court decree is to be modified to align with anti trust law, limiting to switching operations. Government health department will establish Chicago laboratories to analyze drinking water supplied by railways to passengers. Executives Glenn A. Aiken and Hilleary resign for new posts in Pittsburgh and New York respectively. West railroads seek access to Connecting railway and Kansas City Stock Yards Co. records for eight miles of terminal tracks. Major Western lines resist proposed changes amid industry realignments affecting relations with Cher connections.
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