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Newspaper

Bridgeport Evening Farmer

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

May 10, 1913

Page

4

Responsibility For Tuberculosis Masters Debate At Meeting

Washington May 19 a physician panel at the ninth annual meeting of the National Association for the Study and Prevention of Tuberculosis discussed whether doctors social workers or both should lead the fight against TB. Speakers urged coordinated action across medicine public health and social services, arguing for a new department or strong coordination to apply sociology and policy to eradicate tuberculous disease.

Washington National Association For the Study Ackhow Om Wi Chas White Tubertulosia League of Pittsburgh Jobo R. Commons Wheconsin Industries Commission University SH Soctere Murees Hippacrates Ac Taagees Morjom Viljerin Koow Rhle Malaita Ned Grose Naoto Hare Board of Beal Board of Hearth Bureau of Labor Rane Bardir Avery Asia Anerey Foren Teat Scientine Diterepiaee Ubertr Harry Lee Barnes Rhode Island State Sanitarium National Assosociation Barnes Varius Rhode Island

Census official lauds Bridgeport fire dept in city report

Charles P. Smith of the U S Bureau of the Census completed his ten year study of Bridgeport finances for the Census Bureau annual report on statistics of cities for 1812 and says Bridgeport has one of the west and most efficient fire departments. He notes Bridgeport’s police and fire protection costs are high but compares favorably with similar cities and admires its public improvements and low debt. The report urges improved accounting and considers future contracts for lighting. He left for Waterbury by moon.

Charles P. Smith U. S Census Bureau Bridgeport Waterbury Emalier A&a

Vigilance in Health Department Tightens Food Seizures

Health Commissioners order stricter enforcement guiding Meat and Milk Inspector A C Knacp to sample ad hoc supplies from Mink s Meat milis fruit and ice cream plants around city limits. Inspectors have conducted early morning checks on rural approaches and halted drivers for liquid samples as bacteriological tests continue at the Pair field avenue laboratory to determine quality and safety.

A_ C_ Knacp Alsnense Pairfield Avenue

Body of Infant Found by Creek Water

Three boys George White Cecil Eliof and Edmond Hoyt discovered a well developed infant body in a candy packing box left near a harbor creek. The box drifted with the receding tide and had a rock tied to it. Police and Medical Examiner Garlick were notified. The body appeared to have been in the water for one to two days.

Maas George White DeForest Avenue Edmond Hoyt Cecil Eliof Seaview Avenue Adams Street 5. A. Garlick

Bridgeport Building Permits Signal Continued Boom

Bridgeport's latest building permits show widespread activity across the city with cottages and multi family residences planned. Plans include a $325,000 north end residence for Jonathan Godfrey plus garages, several two and three family homes, stores and flats, brick and frame houses and a gate house at Lafayette Park, reflecting a rising population and busy local architects.

Bridgeport Jonathan Godfrey The Compressed Paper Box Co Agg Board of Building Commisioners Mary I. Lynch Fairview Avenue Mary E. McCarthy Jackson Avenue K. Kosteantas Stratford Avenue Maple Street Sarah A. Sherwood Maplewood Avenue Nathan Engelman East Main Street William &. Charlee Ridge 1 Field Avenue Isaac T. Banks Harrison Street

German Clergymen Call for World Arbitration Preaching

Berlin May 10 A body of 150 German Protestant clergymen has appealed to every pastor in Germany to preach and teach the introduction of international arbitration. The appeal relates to bills recently submitted in the imperial parliament proposing an increase in...

Berlin Germany

Guaranteed Cleaner for Skin and Surfaces Advertisement

An old advertisement for a multipurpose cleaner from William R. Winn of Straiterdave. It promises to remove stove polish rust grease ink paint and dirt without injuring skin. The copy mentions a large can offering ten coats of protection or cleaning.

Wm. R. Winn, Straiterdave

Knowlton Park to Host New Golf and Country Club Grounds

Special to The Farmer Stratford May 10 1910 horse drawn mowers and workers transform Knowlton Park into a nine hole golf course about 2050 yards long under Robert Pugde New Haven a famed golf grounds designer. Plans include a rustic club house with roof garden veranda and large locker room with open fireplace and chimney. Membership drive exceeds 100 names with 350 needed before July 1st. Also town notices: whist event by Oronoque Lodge May 12 and church services across St James Christ Church and union services. Housatonic Grange meets tonight. Board of Trade adopts Everything for the Public Welfare slogan awarding eight dollars to Webster Bonine and a runner up prize to Raymond Beardsley. Tree planting program asks residents to water young trees along streets.

Stratford Knowlton Park Robert Pugde New Haven Connecticut Mill Hill Pugde Aarge Howi § Curtis, Jr Main Street Lo_O Oronoque Jedge Odd Fellows le Manning Cad Fellows Hall Housatonic Grange Board of Trade Stratford Board of Trade Webster Bonine Raymond Beardsley Teason Place M. E Btratfora M. E Bunaay Ernest C. Carpenter Methodist Church Congregationalist Church William G. Lathrop Shelton Congregations Congregational Church Bridgeport Christian Area Charles W. Simpson

Street Repair Work Underway On Major Avenues

Macadam repairs are being made by the department of public works on Lors Allen street North Park avenue North Washington avenue and Stret ford avenue from Seaview avenue to the city line. Large gangs of laborers with double teams are at work filling depressions with trap rock and macadam and leveling the surface. The macadam is sprinkled and rolled with a steam roller. Warmer Want Ads. One Cent Word.

Department of Public Works Allen Street North Park Avenue North Washington Avenue Stretford Avenue Seaview Avenue

THE SMITH MURRAY CO Sale Prices On Winter Goods

Retail ad lists sale prices for suits coats dresses children's wear and lingerie with reduced rates. Items include women's coats from 12.50 to 15.00 and dresses 5.05 to 19.09, children's coats 3.95, odds on hats ribbons hosiery and underwear. Also notes merchandise on the second floor and a selection of men f urnishings with marked sale prices.

Debate on stopping boxing over fatalities prompts state law talk

An article cites a boxing fatality in Jackson Michigan Billy Allen dies after severe exercise in an amateur bout. It argues for state controls to prevent accidents, including medical exams and stricter refereeing, while noting similar death risks in football racing and car sports.

T. & Andrews Jacksom Mich Billy Allen Ners Tho Rauan

Good Records Made by Pro Athletes

A look at professional marks in track and field and sprint events alongside amateur progress. The piece notes recent improvements in professional speed and distance records, referencing notable names like W. George, Frank Donaldson, Arthur Peel, Charlie Holloway, Harry Hutchins, and George Swart, and compares historical mile and 100 yard marks to today’s faster performances.

Uncle Sam Faroft Blockholm W. G.reoree Elf Flaan't Donaldson Arthur Pei Charlie Holloway Harry Hutchins M. Johnson George Swart Pouch Piper Démaven Ther Sarima ‘Promram Harry Hutchine Harry George Benard

Notable Auction Notice and Local Property Sale Details

The notice outlines a public sale of timber property supported by a local company and government mint, mentioning bids, terms, and the involvement of multiple parties. It notes a higher bid context, dates, and references to property lines and room for advancing offers. The fragmentary text also references individuals such as William Tutt le and Donaldson in historical context.

Geuren I Fey Volbek William Tuttle Pertarr Groner Sea

Pugilistic Annals Record Mixed Bouts And Ad Notices

A fragmented boxing recap lists bouts and results with names such as Prey, Tommy Macpay, Maurice Sayers, and Jack Ward. The text mentions a 4 round draw at Ban Freweeene and notes recruitment propagation tied to street work with wooden planks. An advertisement references a publication notice.

Engiloh Jon Tommy Macpay Lees Krovkatt Meena Mendes Jn Geeten Carpention Holbert Merwe Peano Vwipiack White Fypefeee Carney Jack Ward Ion Anegelen Aled al Want Amelia Omer Jaina Ban Freweeene

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