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Newspaper
Bridgeport Evening Farmer
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
May 25, 1914
Page
4
A summary of the day’s events mentions a senior class meeting and a football team lineup. William Whitcomb plans Yale University attendance and a practice session is noted. A large crowd is expected for a post school reception, while Taft statements and prep for a trip to Watertown are mentioned.
Police pursue alleged meter theft suspects connected to a local operation. Authorities trace activity to a site at an address referenced as 386 See Finetwick venue and related individuals. Further details remain unclear due to fragmented text.
Desoto is celebrated as the first to stand on the Mississippi shores the famed father of waters. The article recalls his 1530s journey from Florida to Cuba to the great river and his death near Panuco after crossing the Mississippi in 1542. It notes his Spanish noble birth his early New World ventures with Davila and Pizarro his marriage to Isabel and his governance of Cuba.
Centenary note on Eclipse born May 25 1814 on Long Island. Eclipse, from a notable lineage, faced racing bans and later rivalries with Sir Charles and Welrose. The 1828 Boston Long Island clash drew massive crowds and bets in the millions, with Eclipse prevailing in decisive heats and celebrated across the North.
The article traces Saxon royal history from Witikind through the 19th century. It notes Saxony as a duchy in 880, Electorate in 1180, and kingdom in 1806. It cites Frederick August III becoming king in 1906, Anthony Clement's 1827 accession, and Frederick August II as regent in 1830. It mentions succession links to John, Albert, George, and the present Saxon ruler.
Police Superintendent Birmingham announced new traffic posts to ease congestion at Main and Elm Golden Hill Main and Congress and other crossings. Platoon A and B officers will cover shifts from morning to evening with specified reliefs. A traffic squad sergeant with motorcycle duty may be added, with Sergeants J O Neil and C A Wheeler named as candidates.
A reader describes a brutal eczema flare causing extreme itching and swelling that compelled them to quit work for over a week and a half. They note skin cracking, water exposure, and ongoing discomfort, while referencing medical and regulatory concerns surrounding treatment and care.
An old ad claims kidney pills cure dullness and swelling in the head and feet. It urges taking Fo ley Kidney Pills as a tonic and general strengthener to restore kidneys to normal action, then directs readers to Hinaie's Drug Store.
Central Labor union Plan and Scope Committee discusses Labor Day plans with broad union representation. Mayor Wilson and Common Council invited. Bridgeport aims to host the state’s largest Labor Day celebration with a big parade and week of events led by Charles Stout and committees across publicity, entertainment, transportation, and more.
A faded ad page notes that many childhood illnesses begin with a cold and promotes Foley’s Honey and Tar for coughs, with a Mrs. Shipps of Raymondsvills praising its effectiveness for whooping cough. Also lists Masonic lodge communications for May including St. John’s lodge No.5 and Jerusalem chapter No.15 with degree conferrals and attendance urged.
Timely suggestions for graduates and June brides. The ad promotes jewelry gifts including diamonds Watches brooches LaValheres necklaces pins lockets bracelets cut glass silverware and more. It urges readers to visit and choose with help from staff.
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