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Newspaper
Bridgeport Evening Farmer
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
May 23, 1912
Page
9
The Bridgeport Evening Farmer imprint indicates delivery by the Tee Farmee Publishing Co at 179 Fairfield Ave Bridgeport Conn. It states exclusive telegraph service of United Press and its status as second class matter.
The Farmer editorial from May 23 1912 argues that the suffragist cause in England needs a martyr to win. It contends a single death from forced feeding in an English prison could push the movement to victory.
A passage discusses strategies of labor and suffrage figures, noting that withdrawing patronage from hostile trades and boycotts are potent tools. It references Britain legalizing boycotts and suggests a Sunday church action could influence clergy, while stating these methods may not be optimal for the broader cause as Mrs. Pankhurst represents.
On May 23 1912 Bridgeport officials discuss experiments with bituminous macadam for residential streets noting its wide adoption elsewhere in the United States. The current Bridgeport macadam is judged unsuitable for present traffic demands despite its past adequacy.
Connecticut trolley workers hope to settle their dispute with the Connecticut Company without a strike. The company has offered to pay ten cents per hour or ten cents per hour for a ten hour day, seen as a shift to ease costs. Trolley profits in Connecticut are high, with nearly two cents margin on every five cent fare after operating expenses. Security-owners receive large compensation, and there is concern over inflated trolley road securities. The call is for a clearer division between workers and profiteers.
The Trumbull agitation reflects a common Connecticut issue as sparse rural towns struggle with costly small schools. A central campus with transport by team or auto is seen as ideal, though tax bases are fixed. Calls arise for greater state aid and possible district-wide administration beyond town lines as good roads could cut costs.
Result in Ohio indicates President Tate eliminated while Kiplinger Harrad fails to boost his bid. Governor Harmon’s strength and Governor Wilson’s strong showing reshape the party. The piece argues Roosevelt is a tool of privilege, not a true reformer, and will be discarded by progressives in his party.
The Trolleymen's Union of New Haven calls for free running boards on open cars. They argue seating should be provided for every passenger, condemn overcrowding, and warn crowded boards endanger conductors and reduce comfort. They urge street railway companies to avoid price gouging while noting uncollected fares.
The court sentenced Mr and Mrs Lawrence and Mrs Pankhurst to nine months for conspiring to destroy private property. The piece argues the punishment echoes history, suggesting it may boost the suffrage cause and prompt renewed, modern campaign methods.
A defense of militant suffragists argues they acted with plan and discipline, cites June 17 1911 truce and Johnson Asquith pledges, and claims window breaking forced political urgency. It contrasts historic reform through protest with government repression and urges viewing WSPU as purposeful, not hysterical.
A rendered poem in colonial style by Arthur Welles French, printed by permission in The Farmer. It praises enduring love through changing seasons, urging fidelity to old ways, with archaic spellings and rhymes. The text imitates early verse with references to roses, summer, winter, and a steadfast heart.
A blend of social vignette shows quiet lives of unremarkable individuals amid a broader column on General Weyler. The piece notes Weyler’s recall from Cuba, his reported reforms, and the intense reaction to his harsh “pacification” policy.
The twelfth International Navigation Congress meets in Philadelphia for its first session on this side of the Atlantic. Eminent engineers and transportation authorities from many nations discuss plans to lessen sea dangers, with disaster from the Titanic fresh in mind and calls for safer navigation practices and preventive measures.
The Waist Department announces Forsythe Waists available with reliable tailoring and high quality materials. Produced under ideal conditions by experienced makers, the waists are offered at equitable and moderate prices on the second floor.
A display and sale of rough silks rajahs and pongees features Gray Pongee Cheney's make at 36 inches wide for 1.00 a yard and larger Pongees up to 54 inches wide. Special 44 inch pongees in Black White and Natural priced at 1.25. Rajahs offered in various colors 27 inches wide. Also announces May sale of porch furniture including Willow Hong Kong Rattan Canton Chairs and Rockers from Saturday the twenty fifth through the thirtieth, with details tomorrow.
In a Fulton Street cafe opposite the courthouse a bet of 200 to 400 dollars was laid that Mayor Gaynor would be the next Democratic Presidential nominee. A separate 200 dollar wager was also placed in the same venue. The scene recalls historic bets tied to political currents in Brooklyn.
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