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Newspaper
Bridgeport Evening Farmer
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
May 29, 1916
Page
9
The report records a city court appearance over obstruction of Sheriff Daniel Delis while attaching a vehicle. It notes Gilman’s denial and mentions related civic notices, funerals, and local society items, including church events, bank notices, and a health column.
A collage of quotes and anecdotes discusses the idea of self reliance as a key national strength, the varied usage of the term United States in Latin America, and humorous exchanges about money, marriage, and everyday life. It blends reflections from Samuel Smiles, humor from period newspapers, and dialogic vignettes. The piece juxtaposes cultural labels with lighthearted lines from city columns and jokes.
Bridgesport citizens will join a Memorial Day parade and ceremonies honoring Civil War soldiers. Elias Howe post No. 3 G A R will lead with a smaller marching line, parade routes along Broad Street to Seaside Park, veterans readings, a band, and wreath layings. Scouts will assist with first aid, crowd control, and lost child services at Seaside Park.
Cren zio Scillino of 125 Willard street faced charges for discharging a firearm after firing two shots at William Lepore of 139 Willard street when a group of youths refused to stop gambling craps in front of Scillino’s store. The case was continued to Thursday by Judge Bartlett with Patrolmen Shea and McGuire arresting him.
In Water street yesterday, Harry Cramer and Abe Miller along with Joseph Klein faced city court action for transporting a herd of about 28 bulls and cows through public streets. Charges include violation of 1915 statutes and cruelty to animals as their cases were continued until Thursday.
John W. Banks and legislative committees revised and annotated Connecticut statutes. The work is nearly complete with a joint conference planned to finalize revisions. Referee Banks is on vacation and not expected back in Bridgeport for a week. Horsford's Acid Tones is advertised as a strength builder with a two bottle offer.
Leigh Mitchell Hodges of Philadelphia reprints his 1911 Memorial Day meditation. He reflects on war’s shadow, and an old soldier’s view amid dust, heat, and marching troops, pondering peace, sacrifice, and memory for future generations.
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