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Newspaper
Bridgeport Evening Farmer
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
May 06, 1916
Page
9
A compilation of editorials from Hartford Times Hartford Post New Haven etc on Germany’s note to the United States. Opinions range from calling the note defiant evasive and insufficient to demanding end of relations if Germany fails to meet US demands. leaders support Wilson stance and potential recalls and policy shifts.
The Warren Brothers protest a Boston Park Board cancellation of their Bitulithic pavement contract. The firm claims unfair treatment while Boston officials and a Globe report highlight alleged graft concerns and political meddling in awarding patented pavement deals.
The text summarizes the German note viewed as attempting to please the public while signaling a break with Germany. It outlines demands to halt aggressive submarine methods, while U S hopes Britain will curb illegalities of the blockade. The note stresses that compliance is an order to German commanders, not a mere instruction, and notes the U S resolve if talks fail.
The piece critiques syndicates buying housing to raise rents, argues only justified increases are acceptable due to living costs and city government, warns excess leads to inflation in building, notes Bridgeport housing scarcity and calls for restraint against extortionate rent hikes by landlords.
At a New York conference between RR W Miller and the New England Freight Accumulation Conference it was stated that Bridgeport freight delays would end once consignors unload cars held on sidings. Ice President Campbell of the pyecommes road noted embargo causes from many cars turned over by connecting lines, with the recent embargo lifting.
Road by shippers or consignees and railroad complaints against delinquent consignees are to be transmitted daily through the Chamber of Commerce to the Accumulation Conference so railroad heads understand the exact situation and fair means are taken to expedite or restrict shipments to this city.
New York May 6 celebration of Easy Week began with services in city synagogues and the first clinics by the Society for the Relief of Crippled Children. Baby Sunday will be observed in Protestant and Catholic churches tomorrow and up-coming Little Mothers meetings are planned. Fathers Day Wednesday includes factory meetings and noon talks to men. Spring flowering plants John Reock & Son.
Editorials from New York papers discuss President Wilson's stance on Germany's submarine policy. They stress immediate unconditional abandonment, warn of severed relations if unmet, and frame the move as necessary to preserve national honor amid looming catastrophe. Strong voices from The Sun Herald and Tribune weigh the options and implications.
Boston Globe and other outlets publish a mixed chorus on Germany’s reply to the U.S. note. Editorials condemn concessions to Germany and urge hard action, citing sovereignty and anti submarine concerns. They cast doubt on neutrality and warn of risks to U.S. stance toward Britain.
A retailer offers Tailored Wear Motoring Garments and a wide range of women items including dinner and silk sweaters afternoon frocks hats veils parasols corsets sports dresses shoes silk hosiery lingerie negiges leather handbags novelty silk pouches mirrors purses and home textiles and furnishings. Also includes Pullman and motor dressing cases toilet articles fans chains and toiletries plus rugs draperies curtains kitchen and laundry furnishings.
Worcester Telegram argues Wilson must act decisively by force or sever relations if Germany evades the issue. Springfield Union says Germany dodges the point, urging Wilson to uphold his last note and cut ties. Springfield Republican counters that the demand is met and a diplomatic break is unwarranted now.
The article notes a more amiable spirit in college rowing, with reduced espionage and better interschool cooperation. Harvard Yale Princeton and Pennsylvania crews now share boathouses and join preliminary regattas, signaling a unified modern season.
The text credits Guy Nickalls with pushing Yale to rethink rowing norms by openly measuring Harvard oars at Cambridge. His provocative leadership inspired others, turning once guarded practices into common knowledge at Ithaca and Cornell gatherings, as rival coaches adopt broader rigging understanding.
An advertisement promotes Cyrus Wart Remover claiming it quickly removes warts without pain. The product is offered for sale exclusively at Carus Pharmacy located at 415 Dairfield Ave.
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