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Newspaper
Bridgeport Evening Farmer
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
May 29, 1913
Page
13
In the final assembly days experienced lawmakers push a pork barrel omnibus bill for armories. The House machine defeats an early vote but passes six armory bills via itemized votes, drawing scrutiny from the governor about legislators shaping own positions and emoluments.
A profile of theater impresarios Klaw and Erlanger recounts their control over many U.S. and Canadian stages, Klaw’s push for The Tragedy of Man with Eve as Kezi Paulay, and the enduring feud with rivals. It also notes Mare Klaw’s leadership, Abe Erlanger’s flair, and the long battle with independents. Also included is biographical sketch of Van Hise, university reforms, and a brief history of witchcraft laws from 1491 B C to 1736, with mentions of Hopkins and Salem.
United States Bureau of Education bulletin surveys Worcester Massachusetts female labor patterns showing 17 percent complete grammar school and many youths leaving between ages 13 and 16. Dislike of school, economic need, and parental pressure drive girls into factory work with low pay, highlighting demand for practical training and potential for more schooling.
President Wilson warns of a powerful insidious lobby in Washington spending unlimited money to sway Congress against tariff reductions on sugar and necessities. Representative Clyde R. Tavenner has introduced a five member House committee resolution to investigate the alleged lobbying activities and influence on the pending tariff bill.
A proposed five member committee would sit during sessions and recess to investigate lobbying in Washington. It would trace sources and uses of funds, lobbying methods, and how interests influence tariff policy, citing President Wilson and Taft in contrast to home voters without lobbies.
Secretary Lane proposed to Secretary Bryan the appointment of delegates to the Hague international education conference this September. The list includes Davis Starr Jordan of Stanford, Dr. Charles H. Burr of Colorado, Charles N. Kendall of New Jersey, Randall J. Condon of Cincinnati, David Jayne Hill, F E. Andrews, and Philander P. Claxton.
The company declines a 15 percent wage increase for striking silk weavers and announces a return to full operation in the weaving department on a coming Monday. It pledges protection to former workers who wish to return and says it will hire from outside if local numbers remain insufficient.
Scrap book recalls May 29 1914 memorials for Empress Josephine in Martinique marking the centennial of her death and the 150th birth anniversary of Marie Joseph Tascher de la Pagerie born in Trois Ilets. It notes Josephine’s will, life in Paris, and lists famous names appearing on historical registers.
Washington May 2 The department of commerce reports that U S foreign trade volume aligns with distance. North American nations import from the United States at 61 percent with Canada leading at over 63 percent while Mexico Cuba Central America and others follow in declining shares. A separate note mentions a longtime department official retiring to join Wheeler & Coffey in the clothing business.
The store will close for Memorial Day as about a dozen suites of dining and bedroom furniture, echoing eighteenth century crafts and notable designers, are offered for display and sale. A descriptive list of creeps is promised, with linens and damask textiles also advertised at varied prices, including napkins and pillow cases.
Radford B. Smith catalogs numerous discounted items from ladies wear to house goods. Prices mark 25c to 98c ranges on hammocks sheets collars and undergarments. Featured goods include Pasaret ropes folding chairs bedspreads bicycle wrenches and Winslow shades with a special two day sale at 9 and 10 AM offering seconds and varied patterns.
Household notes advise chloride of lime in a weak solution to remove peach stains, washing fountain pens every few months to extend life, and grate horseradish with lemon juice as a vinegar substitute. It covers boiling rice, preserving garret comfort, alcohol baths for grimy feathers, dye setting for children's fabrics, and a tip to spread flour atop cakes to prevent icing.
Young girls graduation gowns are described in net with lace trim and sheer white blouses. Afternoon dresses feature plain and eyelet yokes, kerchiefs of tulle over foulara and crepon silk. A semi-tailored suit gains formality with an elaborate blouse. New American styles include color handkerchief decorations and bolero coats tied with thread.
Westport work to extend the water system in the western town area will provide fire protection to a large portion of Saugatuck after completion. The project, ordered by the Westport district, has faced delays and will take several weeks to finish. Nearby, Rev. C B Strayer’s horse stolen from Green's Farms sheds remains missing with no clues.
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