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Newspaper

Bridgeport Evening Farmer

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Jun 27, 1916

Page

12

Roosevelt and Hughes Split Roosevelts Support Clouds Progressive Unity

The piece discusses Roosevelt steering toward Hughes, Progressive delegates threatening a third party, and mass shifts to Woodrow Wilson as a response to perceived betrayals. It quotes O Connell criticizing Roosevelt and defends hero worship amid party turmoil.

Roosevelt Hughes Teddy Perkins Woodrow Wilson Col. Roosevelt Civé National Committee Progressive Party O'Connell

The Milk Investigation

The milk inquiry should reveal daily herd output, total milk sales, and all customers within weeks. It should trace milk from other dairies, inspect animals that are sick or culled, and visit homes of customers to learn who contracted the disease. Current methods are too cursory and reduce public trust.

Shakeup at Ammunition Plant Remington Arms Reshapes Leadership

The Remington Arms Company announces drastic reforms at its ammunition plant to build a stronger civilian management team. The move favors leaders with long, hands on experience in the field over army trained personnel, aiming to maximize output. The change reflects a shift from military style organization to industry proven practices.

Remington Arms Company United States Army

Praise for Connecticut Boy from Warsaw consul

A Hebrew Sheltering and Immigrant Aid Society representative lauds Arthur E. J. Reilly vice consul at Warsaw for devotion and industry during wartime duties, noting his work with Americans representing subjects of nations at war with Germany. Reilly is son of Congressman T. L. Reilly.

United States Connecticut Arthur E. J. Reilly Warsaw Hebrew Sheltering and Immigrant Aid Society of America Germany Mr. Reilly T. L. Reilly

Poor Example of New Haven Grays Deference to Federal Path

The New Haven Grays are described as among Connecticut's elite military groups socially prominent and devoted. The passage laments their refusal to pursue the new path urged by the Federal government, arguing a crack company should uphold high ideals of devotion, not decline reform.

New Haven

Dartmouth Centenary of the Dartmouth College Case

Today marks the centenary of the legal battle over Dartmouth College the 1816 charter dispute that led to a U S Supreme Court decision protecting chartered property. Key figures include Daniel Webster Jeremiah Smith Jeremiha Mason for the plaintiffs and William Wirt William Pinkney John Holmes for the defense with Webster, a Dartmouth graduate, delivering renowned arguments at age thirty five.

Almuni Dartmouth College New Hampshire Institution of Higher Learning John Wheelock Elezar Wheelock Dartmouth Dartmouth University New Hampshire Supreme Court United States Supreme Court New Hampshire Court Daniel Webster Jeremiah Smith Jeremiha Mason William Wirt William Pinkney John Holmes America Webster

First Native American Knighted by English Monarchy

Article recalls Sir William Pappersell born in Kittery, Maine on June 27 1696. Merchant and jurist who rose to lieutenant general, led the Louisburg expedition, and held Massachusetts royal council seat for 32 years. Notes later Americans knighted include Lord Astor of New York and Lord Shaughnessy of Milwaukee.

William Papperell Kittery Maine New England Royal Council of Massachusetts Common Pleas

Casement Sees Rebels Colours In Courtroom

The trial of Casement unfolds with spectators including retired actors and city men. Witnesses recount finding a boat with revolvers and ammunition, and a bag containing maps and a rebel flag tied to the Irish struggle. The defense notes the flag’s emblem marks Limerick, while highlighting south north tensions and distrust of soldiers amid Ulster resistance.

Casement Bow Street John McCarthy Thomas Hearne Irish Constabulary Ireland Sir Roger Alexander Sullivan Limerick North Ulster Ulster Volunteers

Glandular Epidemic Stirs Bridgeport Milk Safety Debate

Health officials report glandular infection spreading through Bridgeport linked to milk supplies. Four cases in isolation hospital, up to twelve in one month. Heard that pasteurization at home is urged, with state inquiry focusing on milk as a transmission medium and potential germ carriers in the supply.

J. W. Ives New Haven Edward A. McLellan Reardon Bridgeport McLellan Board of Health Health Board John T. Black State Board of Health Boston George E. Hill

Johnson Accepts Hughes

Sacramento July 27 Governor Hiram W. Johnson a Progressive leader announced support for Republican Charles E. Hughes for president citing his record as warranting the choice.

Sacramento Cal Hiram W. Johnson Progressive Party Today Chas. E. Hughes Hefense

City Employes To Be Paid In National Guard Service

Chicago city council voted to pay full salaries to city employees serving in the National Guard. In New Haven Troop B Hartford’s 5th militia cavalry and the first Connecticut field company, signal corps, arrived with equipment to a crowd that greeted them warmly and donated tobacco and cigars. Greece will receive an instalment of an existing loan.

Chicago National Guard United States New Haven Hartford 5Th Militia Cavalry First Connecticut Field Company Signal Corps Greece

Our Wheels Must Be Right Sellout Boosts Stock

Advertises bicycle parts and gear for boys with fixed prices. Wheel for boys priced at 22.50, roller chain drop stand at 24.50, Barnes hard service model at 25.00. Highlights larger order fulfillment and variety for male customers.

Pleasant Summer Wear Promises Bright Fourth of July Fashion

Shoppers enjoy blue skies and joyous outfits as Silk Jersey Coats and Silk Jersey Sport Suits headline the summer line. Tub skirts in gabardine and corduroy with colors from royal purple to pure white attract demand for Fourth of July festive wear, with prices from 1.50 to 18.00 and color guarantees.

Dresses for Large Women Offers full figure gowns up to 52

A pleasing assortment in silk poplin crepe de chine taffeta and serge appeals to stout women or those who struggle to find gowns. Priced at 17.50 20.00 25.00 and 35.00 in black and colors for afternoon wear street and all occasions specially designed for full figures.

Opening Announcements for Garments and Model Home

Opening announcement describes envelope chemises with lace and embroidery priced 75c to 1.59 and silk options at 1.50, from Lingerie Shop on the second floor. Also invites inspection of a decorated model home at Central Avenue and Ogden Street Extension by The D M Read Company. It targets moderate income buyers with passes from Read's decorating department.

Central Avenue Ogden Street Extension D. M -Read Company

Road in comfort cap catalog item list

An itemized sale note describes several hats on the main floor. It lists a Motor Cap with puffed crown and visor at 1.00, a soft Poplin Cap with adjustable visor and veil strap at 1.00 and 1.50, and trim little Caps of Checked Silk at 1.50 plus Palm Beach Caps in sand with Roman silk accent at 1.00.

Palm Beach

Vacation Shoes Sale Offers Russet Oxfords at Reduced Prices

Shoes advertised as sports shoes or russet oxfords in sizes 214 to 8 AA to 0 are discounted from 4.50 and 5.00 to 3.50 and 4.00. The ad emphasizes comfort and suitability for vacation wear, noting the targeted price drop.

Fourth of July Candy Sales Highlight Firework Themed Booth

Red white and blue cannon crackers and small fagots fill the candy department. Everything on display is edible non explosive and non inflammable. Prices range from five to ten cents.

Probate Court Orders Sale Of Bridgeport Estate Real Property

State of Connecticut District of Bridgeport Probate Court June 27 1916 estate Gaetton Comporato also known as Gastono Comporato Gaetono Comporato and Gastone Comporato late of Bridgeport minor incompetent person administrator applies for order to sell real estate notice to interested parties to appear and be heard June 29 1916 at 3 pm in Bridgeport Probate Office publication required by June 28 1916 Attest Paul L Miller Judge Farmer Want Acts One Cent a Word

State OF Connecticut District OF Bridgeport Ss. Probate Court Gaetton Comporato Gastono Bridgeport

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