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Newspaper
Bridgeport Evening Farmer
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
May 27, 1909
Page
7
Public notice from The Evening Farmer about a listing or publishing at 2 Palfield Avenue, with details read as community outreach or local notice. Exact party names and actions are unclear from the fragment but indicate a local publishing or posting event.
The article outlines ongoing political maneuvering as Taft nears a Senate vote on the tariff, with Republicans demanding full debate and potential adjournment into August. It notes attacks by clergy on orthodox factions and highlights business concerns about a possible combine led by J. P. Morgan influencing steel and dry goods markets, plus Cuban arms orders and tariff rate arguments.
The discourse centers on expanding the railroad commission and tying it to public interest while avoiding revolutionary charge. Attacks on organized labor appear, citing Kirby and Mitchell as warning figures. a harsh stance on the militant labor movement draws concern over civil unrest and political manipulation.
The Naval Board of Examiners disclosed defects in armor plates used on new battleships under construction. Large North Dakota plates blistered after placement, despite initial favorable review. The Delaware and other vessels will receive thorough inspections this Saturday and continuing checks.
A large gathering at the Town hall Tuesday evening enjoyed a Hiwi school program including a farce Maid to Order, songs, recitations, and a wand drill. Worthy mentions include Miss Belmont, Miss Anna Carlson, Miss Clarice Botsford, and Dorette trio with Anna Houlihan on piano. Proceeds from a home made confections sale netted over 42. The event featured a dance and social hour, with community news about local residents and church groups.
The Masonic whist at Oda Fellows drew 299 attendees with 6% tables in use and many ladies present. Prizes included a sugar sifter, pipes, linen, a silver knife, and other articles. net proceeds likely $50 to $75 for the Masonic building fund. The issue also notes graduation events, local alumni, school prizes, and upcoming Shakespeare readings at Red Men's Hall.
A man warned that cheap moving picture shows wreck his son's morals, claiming such scenes lure youths into bad company and expose them to indecent or wild actions. He argued these so called scenery plays corrupt impressionable boys.
Lisbon reports a British engineer named Bower discovered a rich uranite phosphate vein near Guarda on the Lisbon Paris line. The lode extends about a mile, with 360 milligrams of radium per ton. British syndicate gains control as Bohemiate supply dwindles, aiming to lower radium prices by about 60 percent. Also notices fish and cod liver products offered by W. D. Cook & Son.
A coupon offer from J. A. Leverty & Bro invites customers to redeem a fifty cent Ames Pleasant constipation and dyspepsia product at half price. The stores listed are 1655 Main Street, 608 Park Avenue, and North Avenue and Malm Street.
Moers notes Leverty will sell Ames Pheasant Specific at half price with a money back guarantee if no lasting benefit. The ad targets sufferers of liver indigestion and related symptoms promising relief and cheerful refunds. It claims many Bridgeport cases have been cured and warns the sale may end soon.
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