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Newspaper
Bridgeport Evening Farmer
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
May 04, 1909
Page
8
AN OBSERVER laments efforts to widen and straighten streets, urging officials to broaden land use and resist attempts to curtail development. The letter defends a cross town thoroughfare, advocates progressive civic policy, and questions motives behind proposed zoning limits impacting city progress.
In an eastern state a meeting addressed crippled feet and balance issues caused by footwear. Attendees observed that ill fitting shoes and improper supports led to falls and instability. Crutches and canes were common as victims sought relief and better footwear solutions.
Charmion touted as the world’s most perfectly developed woman headlines Poli’s this week with a standout trapeze act and a poised feminine grace pleasing audiences. The bill includes Elsie Harvey and two boys singing and dancing, Muller Chunn hoop acts, Ollivetti Troubadours, Jennings Renfrew, Myers Rosa Western show, a funny sketch Excess Baggage, and intriguing motion pictures on the Electrograph.
The April report by Weather Observer William Jennings notes the hottest April in 87 years, record precipitation of 7.74 inches, and 2.5 inches of snow on the 29th. Details include temperatures, wind, hail, frost dates, and a comparison to April 1909.
New York May 4 Charles M Schwab president of Bethlehem Steel starts on another European trip today to be gone about a month. He says the travel is for rest but it is thought the voyage may aid securing tonnage for Austria and Spain as they complete new naval plans.
The five Bridgeport councils plan a major Knights of Columbus social in Eagles Hall featuring purple decor and Wheeler & Wilson Orchestra. Delegates to the Connecticut biannual state convention will attend, with about 1,000 members and guests. Tickets are available from order members for this public event.
Winter street extension plan advances after Aldermen accept Board of Appraisal report. City to pay $850 to James H. O Rourke for damages related to land former petitioners sought to have reconsidered. Payment to reimburse land to be taken under new layout toward Smith street.
The store highlights bronze hosiery to match bronze shoes with Gauze Lisles Silk Lisles and All Silk Hose priced at 15 and 39 cents. Two lace trimmed corset covers introduced at favorable prices, with sizes up to 44. Also checked and striped Taffetas in black and white, 50 cents per yard, plus Tuscan Shedwater Pongees and Shower-proof Foulards in new colors.
Mohair hair rolls eighteen inches long with invisible nets are offered at a special price of ten cents. Center Counter promotes this textile item as a value buy for customers seeking decorative and practical hair net enhancements.
On recommendation of the aldermanic committee on fire department, the council voted permission to erect three frame buildings within the fire limits. Patrick McGee can build a 12 by 20 foot frame office on East Washington avenue near the bridge. Armstrong Mfg Co may build a 12 by 25 foot carriage shed on Knowlton street. Neo-Lithic Supply Co may add a frame addition to their Nichols street building, 30 by old feet.
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