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Newspaper
Bridgeport Evening Farmer
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
May 29, 1912
Page
9
The Bridgeport Evening Farmer, founded in 1796, published by Farmer Publishing Co at 179 Fairfield Ave Bridgeport Conn carries exclusive United Press telegraph service.
Senator Bourne of Oregon warns that powerful interests may block ratification of the constitutional amendment for the popular election of U S Senators. He urges pledges from candidates and asks parties to include a plank for the amendment in their national platforms as legislatures meet in December and January.
The article argues many New York high school students are kept from attending due to hard times and high living costs. It links pupil loss to broader economic strain, suggesting the burden falls on families and reflects national declines in wages, housing, and ownership.
The piece attacks coal railroads and their role in raising coal prices and profits. It cites Baer’s statements and notes wage hikes, coal-barons’ tribute, and large dividend growth at Lackawanna and Lehigh Valley. It urges voters to elect representatives who will curb the industry.
The Irish home rule bill fuels calls for Scottish home rule as MPs urge a Scottish autonomy measure. Prime Minister Asquith hints a government aim to grant some autonomy for Scotland while maintaining unity with English affairs and a centralized legislature.
A May 29 1806 warrant of inquiry launched the delicate investigation into Princess Caroline later Queen Caroline. Charges by the Countess of Jersey and others sparked privy council probes, disproved in 1807, with renewed inquiries in 1812 and 1820. Her innocence was affirmed, yet scandal persisted as she became queen in 1820 and faced a charged Lords inquiry and coronation controversy. She died August 7, 1821, after a riot at her funeral processions and remains moved to Brunswick.
The piece argues government quality ties to national prosperity. It condemns corrupt at-home politics as feeders of national corruption, highlighting Lorimer and similar figures. It urges Bridgeport as a microcosm where political cleanliness affects the whole United States.
The note recalls the 1844 convention in Baltimore where Martin Van Buren and James K. Polk contended for the Democratic nomination. Polk secured the ninth ballot after Van Buren’s withdrawal, as a messenger raced to the new Baltimore Washington telegraph line announcing Polk’s victory.
The message announcing James K. Polk as the Democratic candidate was flashed to Washington. Congress read the dispatch and framed a reply in which Democrats send greetings and three cheers for Polk, with cheers also for Morse the inventor.
The piece argues Rev. Gerald H Beard shows bias in his political stances, praising the Republican organization while criticizing Democrats like Mayor Buckingham. It notes how the preacher’s judgments shift with who holds power and how social issues vary in tone and severity across leaders.
The new pension law effective May 11 has drawn upwards of 75 000 applications with about twenty thousand more daily expected until roughly 450 000 veterans are heard. Applications are time stamped sorted examined and routed to determine eligibility and backdated to filing. The law ties the $30 maximum to age and length of service unless disability warrants the old rate.
Col. John C. Fremont led a party including Kit Carson across the Rockies in August and September to reach the inland sea. The expedition used a rubber boat and produced the first authoritative map confirming Salt Lake on the geographic map, building on James Bridger’s earlier discovery.
Twenty seven pilots prepare for the Indianapolis Motor Speedway 500 mile International Sweepstakes with a $50,000 prize. The article recalls the peril of the endurance event as engines roar, gasoline fumes fill the air, and a hundred thousand spectators watch the start as cars vanish into dust and vapor.
The article profiles Marc Klaw born in Paducah and now senior partner of Klaw & Erlanger. It details his legal and theatrical career, partnership with Abe Erlanger, and the dominance of their company in North American theater. It notes Paducah fame alongside other cities and compares their commercial success to other trusts.
At the May term opening Judge James P. Platt says he cannot preside over any Hoxsie case against the New York New Haven Hartford Railroad due to being a small stockholder. The retrial of the Danbury Hatters' case will begin August 30 before Judge Martin. Admiralty and bankruptcy referee reviews will wait until July. A jury list including Ralph Case Avon and others from Hartford Bridgeport Danbury and surrounding towns was summoned.
Chicago officials report the 1910 birth rate fell to 26.4 per thousand from 30 in 1890, with higher infant deaths in 1910 at 130 per thousand under age one while overall infant mortality improved since the previous decade.
The Paulist choristers of St Marys Church Chicago earned the international diploma of Honor at the Chatelet Theatre in Paris. They received a Sevres vase and medal. Father Finn will be decorated with the Palmes Academiques. The group sang at the Duchesse D Uzès home and faced local scrutiny over religion amid the separations act.
Paris reports a net population drop as deaths outpace births with 776,983 deaths versus 742,114 births in 1911. Marriages rose to 307,888 while divorces reached 13,058. The era shows a troubling trend of shrinking births across Europe.
The B H S baseball squad, riding nine straight wins, faces Wesleyan Sophomores at Newfield Park next Saturday. Tickets are available from most players.
The B. H su Mandolin Club is described as the most active group likely to provide music for Junion Class day. The Guild orchestra lacks a manager to secure engagements, suggesting future elections may appoint a non musical director to handle bookings.
A large crowd attended St Joseph's T B Is Association giant whist pinochle and dance at 81 Joseph's Ball. Prizes included a $2.50 gold piece for top scorers and many other awards. Committee lists and prize winners named. An item about Foley Kidney Pills appears after the social notes.
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