Personal tax in Bridgeport sparks repeal debate
Representative McMurray argues against the poll tax noting its inequity and high collection cost. Wilson and Hadley support abolition, citing Adam Smith and English precedent. In Bridgeport the tax raises about 24000 annually but costs 7000 to collect, with little benefit to the average citizen unless property exceeds 10000. The foreigner is criticized for bearing heavy taxation while doing tough work.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John
FL McMurray
Rep. Wilson
Adam Smith
Hadley
England
William of Orange
Bridgeport
Waterbury
Foley's Honey and Tar Compound Endorsed by Pharmacist
A Chico pharmacist from Lee Pharmacy, A. Jones, says Foley's Honey and Tar Compound is safe for coughs and colds, containing no narcotics or harmful properties. The notice notes Foley's as a reliable family medicine suitable for all ages.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Foley
Jones
Lee Pharmacy
Chico, Calif
F. B. Brill
Stratford Ave
St—aAdav
Minnie Stremple Hosts 21st Birthday Party at 933 Madison
Miss Minnie Stremple celebrated her twenty first birthday with a Saturday evening party at her home 933 Madison avenue. The event featured red and yellow roses decor, vocal solos by Miss M Hellman and Mr J Lynch, piano by Miss Beasie Smith, violin by M Paul Stremple, and gifts for the hostess. Attendees included Misses Bessie Smith Helen Jack Madeline Hellmen Jane Donnelly Josephine enick Elsie Macy Besele ane Jennie Trempe Anns Kendall Anna rachek, and Messrs James Inch Robert Fisher Henry Pulaski Wilbur Kirk Michael Vonick, along with Mr and Mrs Stoliker and Mr and Mrs Strempic.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Minnie Stremple
Madison Avenue
M.hellman
J. Lynch
Beasie Smith
M. Paul
Stremple
Miss Stremple
Bessie Smith
Helen Jack
Madeline Hellmen
Jane Donnelly
Josephine ““Enick
Elsie Macy
Besele Ane
Jennie Trempe
Anns Kendall
Anna @rachek
Paul Stremple
James Inch
Robert Fisher
Henry Pulaski
Wilbur Kirk
Michael Vonick
Rev Jepson to Preach Lenten Sermon at Trinity Church
The Rev. W. H. Jepson, rector of St. Luke's Bridgeport, will preach the Lenten sermon at Trinity Church tomorrow evening. The notice appears in local Want Ads.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. H. Jepson
St. Luke's, Bridgeport
Trinity Church
Talk Shop for Bridgeport Foremen at Colonial Hall
Bridgeport manufacturers and foremen gathered at Colonial Hall for a Manufacturers Association smoker. Herbert M. Casson spoke on shop efficiency and man management citing Carnegie, sentiment over money, and the value of dignity. Buffet lunch followed. The Business Men's Association annual meeting at Hotel Stratfield will elect officers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bridgeport
Colonial Hall
Manufacturers Association
Herbert M. Casson
Andrew’ Carnegie
Cardinal Gibbons
Business Men's Association
Stratfield
Four New Firemen Appointed By Board
A Fire Board meeting yesterday approved four new firemen. Charles Albus of 32 Hamilton Street and Owen J. McCormick of 200 Gregory Street start as laddermen March 16, with McCormick also serving as blacksmith. Jeremiah Cavanaugh of 92 Cedar Street, an employee at the Singer factory, and Jerome B. Turpin of 173 West Liberty Street become staff, Turpin as clerk for Bckker & Co. Arthur E Platt was named assistant superintendent of fire alarms at 1300 dollars per year, effective April 1, along with re e lections for W J Southey and EB Ives as veterinary and surgeon respectively.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. J. Southey
EB. B. Ives
Charles Albus
Hamilton Street
Owen J. McCormick
Gregory Street
McCormick
Jeremiah Cavanaugh
Cedar Street
Singer Factory
Jerome B. Turpin
Bckker & Co
Liberty
Arthur E Platt
Tougher Police Ordinance Faces Political Pitfalls
The police board tips imply a political deal behind appointments, with public funds funding police positions for mutual gains and primary election influence. The ordinance raises questions on seniority in promotions and links between appointees and politicians, promising a tougher reality than its wording.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Police Board
Missionary Address at Trinity Church
At Trinity Church corner Fairfield avenue and Broad street the Woman's Auxiliary meets Thursday at 3 o clock. Rev Frederick A Warden of Porto Rico will speak as rector of San Juan and is versed in missionary work there. All interested are welcome.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Trinity Church
Fairfield Avenue
Broad Street
Frederick A. Warden
Porto Rico
Warden
San Juan
United States
Health Board Frowns On Kiss in New Haven Bulletin
The New Haven board of health warns kissing spreads contagious diseases and urges caution. Health officer Dr Frank W Wright cites cases where diseases were communicated by kisses and calls the act unsanitary and sometimes dangerous.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New Haven
Wright
Stratford Delivers Plans for New Soap Factory and Local Events
Stratford officials announce a new soap factory to be built behind Lewis Biece’s store, with the blacksmith shop joining it. Dr Howland unveils a large electric apparatus for patient treatments. Frank Conine departs for Lenox on business. About fifty Odd Fellows travel to Bridgeport for a lodge degree. Raffael Long is arrested for assault at Lordship Park. The street numbering committee meets at F L Sammis’s home. Mrs H L Hunt plans to stay in Stratford due to scarlet fever. Gus Johnson attends a Swedish concert. Miss Rogers decorates Sammis store windows. Chief Judson visits Westville. Ruth Bristol hosts a bridesmaid reception for an April wedding. Count Capprillian case postponed to March 17. Rebekah Sewing Circle hosts supper sale and whist at Odd Fellows hall. Ramblers announce their second annual ball on March 25 at the new Tuttle Building.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Stratford
Lewis Biece
Howland
Frank Conine
Lenox
Mass
Bridgeport
Pequonnock Lodge
Raffael Long
Lordship Park
Rappeal Dualda
F. L. Sammis
H. Li Hunt
Pennsylvania
Gus Johnson
Park Theatre
Sweden
Johnson
Rogers
Sammis
Judson
Westville
Ruth Bristol
Miss Bristol
Bristel
Capprillian
Rebekah Sewing Circle
Odd Fellows Hall
Ramblers
New Tuttle Building
Message to Railroad Men Warns of Kidney Pills
E S Bacon of Bath Maine warns railroad workers about kidney inflammation after years of misery and declares Foley Kidney Pills restored his health. Brill of Stratford Avenue and Sixth Street endorses the remedy in an adv from 1235.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
E. S. Bacon
East St
Bath
Foley
F. B. Brill
Stratford Ave
Sixth Street
Adv
F_ B. Brill
Greenfield Hill notices and events update
Greenfield Hill reports Monday Junior Christian Endeavor meetings moved to Saturdays with plans for a summer fair. Condolences go to Mrs W Burr Hill and Miss Cushing on their father's death in New York. John Brophy to speak Irish History at Irish Night March 18. Greenfield Country Club officer election set for April. Ladies Afternoon Whist Club held at Stratfield. next meet at Mrs Wilmer Pratt. Hayden Hill ladies social club meeting postponed due to illness.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Christian Endeavor Society
W. Burr Hill
Miss Cushing
New York
Boston
John Brophy
Ridgefield
Greenfield Grange Hall
Brophy
Simeon Pease
M. EB. Hall
Charles Gray
New York City
William Olds
Brooklyn
Deveaux
Jamaica
Greenfield
Greenfield Country Club
Harry Edwards
Jackman Avenue
Stratfield
Holland Height
Haydens Hill
Pagwell Nichols
President Wilson Sets Central American Policy Emphasis
President Wilson issues a formal statement outlining his policy toward Central and South American republics. He emphasizes cooperation based on law, consent of the governed, and personal restraint, rejects leaders who seek power for personal ends, and advocates disinterested friendship and peace. The message is read to the cabinet, released to the press, and sent to diplomatic representatives, with focus on stability amid unrest in Mexico and Central America.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Wilson
Central and
South American
South America
America
Friends of Peace
United States
Central
Continents
White House
State Department
Mexico
Guatemala
Nicaragua
Honduras
San Domingo
Cuba
Salvador
Department
Central America
Southport Choir to Present Stainer Crucifixion
Southport Congregational church choir will render Stainers Crucifixion on Sunday afternoon at o oclock. The Ladies Aid Society of the German Reformed Church plans a monthly meeting tomorrow afternoon in the church parlors on Chapel street with hostesses Mrs Adam Schempp Mrs Michael Freunscht Mrs John Ruess and Mrs Frank Jmstaeiter.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Stainer
Southport Congregational
Ladies’ Aid Society
The
German Reformed Church
Chapel Street
Adam Schempp
Michael Freunscht
John Ruess
Frank Jmstaeiter
Pimply Skin Vanishes With Olive Tablets
Dr Edwards Olive Tablets claim to cleanse blood bowels and liver gently twice nightly. Advertisement touts pimples fading after a week, promises no dark taste or constipation and prices at 10c and 25c per box from The Olive Tablet Company Columbus Ohio.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dr. Edwards
Edwards
The
Olive Tablet Company
Columbus
Advy
Singing School of Ye Olden Tyme in Nichols Church
Programs received for a Thursday concert at Nichols Methodist Church. Rehearsals have run weeks with Mrs W B West as teacher and W T Stocking as musical director. Cast includes L D Christie and many local residents. Town notes record school funds, visits, births, and community moves. upcoming D A R event and Young Ladies Mission Circle planning.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nichols Methodist Church
W. B. West
W. T. Stocking
L. D. Christie
L. A. Nothnagle
C. G. Curtis
E. C. Bixby
C. A. Goodyear
E. L.tucker
C. E. Bilton
Frank Reed
William T. Stocking
Jessie Cook
Frank. L. Beers
Louis D. Christie
E. Couch
Mies E. Owen
Ernest Owen
A. Abercrombie
John B. Curtis
Arthur Clippenger
Conrad Kester
Chester F. Brinsmade
John L. Beach
Watertown
Martin Castle
Monroe
Brinsmade
Clarence B. Burr
Burton Homestead
Howard
Trumbull
Olivet
Bridgeport
Ethel Salmon
Weston
White Plains School
Mildred Tucker
Acc
George Winsor
Somervell
Dear Jerushy
Gaynor
Forster
Carrie Jacob Bond
the Woodpecker
Nevin
Long Hill
Warnerhall
O’kane
Long Island
Milford
Walter Butler
Samuel Beach
A. S. Edwards
Mon-roe
Cora E. Beach
D. A. ER
Young Ladies Mission Circle
Pneumonia Follows a Cold Warns Against Substitutes
An old advertisement claims pneumonia follows a cold if untreated, but Foley's Honey and Tar Compound prevents complications. It promises to stop coughing, heal inflamed air passages, and strengthen lungs. Genuine product comes in a yellow package with a beehive image. Brill advertises from Stratford Ave and Sixth St.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Foley
F. B. Brill
Stratford Ave
Sixth Street
Armbrewster Sues Hurd for Slander in Monroe Trial
The civil suit Albert Armbrewster vs Edward L Hurd for slander proceeded in Monroe town hall with a full audience. The court ruled for the plaintiff awarding $15 plus costs. Hurd appealed, promising to seek prompt action on the appeal.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Albert Armbrewster
Edward L. Hurd
Monroe Town Hall
Hurd
Easton Social Round Includes Notables and Visitors
Mrs. Orlando Osborne hosted a Friday dinner with guests Mrs. Edward Freeborne and daughter Helen, Miss Milton B Williams and Elizabeth, Miss Mary C Wheeler, Mrs. Joseph B Hill, and Mrs. M E Godfrey of Weston. Miss Ida Tarbell Clara Tarbell and Mrs Boyden from New York spent the weekend at Twin Oaks. Mrs. William Lane of Brooklyn visits her parents in town. Philo Lyon bought oxen. State Master J Arthur Sherwood spent days in Boston attending rural progress meetings. Foley Kidney Pills advertise in Stratford Ave. and Sixth St. ads.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Orlando Osborne
Edward Freeborne
Helen Freeborne
Milton B. Williams
Elizabeth Williams
Mary C. Wheeler
Joseph B. Hill
M. E. Godfrey
Weston
Ida M. Tarbell
Clara Tarbell
Boyden
New York City
Brooklyn
Homer Logan
Philo’ Lyon
J. Arthur Sherwood
Boston
Sherwood
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Conn
Rev. Jepson
CENT
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Health Board
Kiss
Greenfield Hill
Wilso
Uncle Sam
Southport
Easton
Davis 5 & F
Hawley
Miss. Etta Murphy
East Main St
Bet. Barnum and E. Wash. Aves
Quigley
Newfield
Main ST
Elizabeth Effinger
Fairfield Ave
Bridgeport, Conn
Zimmer Bros
Golden Hill Street
County Court House
Niery Ciger
D. D. Smith
Fairfield AE
Polis Theatryf
Sprague
Sprague J Ice & Coal Co
Ington Avenue Bridge
Tel. Tig
IRA Gre
Main Street
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