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Newspaper

Bridgeport Evening Farmer

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Oct 18, 1916

Page

8

Mutiny and Royal Pay Order Strain 18th Century Marines

The London despatch reports a Malaga garrison mutiny triggered by pay inequalities in the marine service. Royal orders direct equal pay with other public officers, provoking further unrest as officers face financial shortfalls. Notices of local pipe breaks and fishing news contrast with broader military dissatisfaction.

London Marine Ferrol Don Josef Labradores Don Pedro Quededo Malaga

Baseball Matters Bridgeport and American Tie in Darkness

A baseball game yesterday between Bridgeport and American clubs ended in a tie after part of the sixth inning was played but halted due to darkness. The Bridgeports played time in the field and the game resumed from the last even inning, ending 85 to 25. Both clubs expressed dissatisfaction with the result.

Bridgeport Bridgeports

Archibald McNeil and Carl Tideman Named Democrats

Twenty years ago Archibald McNeil and Carl Tideman appeared set as Democratic candidates for representative, replacing Charles Botsford and Mr Tideman as previously stated. Brickwork at Bridgeport Traction Co paused for material, then resumed after two boatloads of vitrified brick arrived.

Archibald McNeil Carl Tideman Charles Botsford Mr. Tideman Bridgeport Traction Co

George Stallings Save Attitude Sets Braves Firm Yet Fairs

Boston reports recount how George Stallings disciplines Braves players without fines. He asserts he has never taken a ball player’s money and won’t. Sherwood Magee, once unruly, improved after Stallings warned him he would sever ties if he misstepped, leading to prompt hotel and clubhouse punctuality.

Boston George Stallings Braves Stallings Sherwood Magee Sherry Magee

Young Jake Schaefer Seeks To Emulate His Famous Father

Jacob Schaefer Jr born in Chicago October 18 1895 marks his twenty first birthday today as he steps into professional billiards following guidance from his father who urged championship ambitions after the elder Schaefer passed away in Denver in 1910. He has long competed with noted Dillliardists and aims to uphold the family name on the green.

Jacob Schaefer, Jr Knights Jake Chigo Denver Schaefer

Young Schaefer’s billiards rise links to top players

The article traces Jake Schaefer Jr.’s early start in Denver and Chicago, his key breakthrough in New York, and a pivotal Chicago final with Firmin Cassignol. It notes billiards lineage across Welker Cochran and Marcus Catton, with Catton born in Paris during his father’s French academy stint, and positions Schaefer alongside the era’s rising talents.

Young Schaefer Denver Chicago Ora Morningstar New York Firmin Cassignol Jake, Jr Welker Cochran Iowa Marcus Catton William H. Caton Rock Island Ill Catton Paris Schaefer

Britton Defends Welter Title in Boston Bout With Lewis

In Boston at the Armory A A Britton defends his welterweight crown by defeating Ted Lewis of England over twelve rounds. Britton dominated nine rounds, with one even, while Lewis faded late amid a disputed fifth round foul claim. A 125-strong Stamford molders delegation plus others from Waterbury plan a benefit at Eagles hall Friday for striking workers. The tug Olympic, owned by Packard Dredging Co of Providence, foundered off Cape Cod.

Boston Jack Britton Armory A. A Ted Lewis England Britton Lewis Stamford Waterbury Eagles’ Hall Olympic Packard Dredging Co Providence, SR Cape Cod

Fred Snodgrass Birthday Celebrated by Braves Outfield

Fred Snodgrass, born October 18, 1887 in Ventura California, marks his thirtieth year as Braves outfielder. His career includes a standout 1910 1911 Giants run and a key 1912 World Series muffed fly ball that aided Boston Red Sox to the title.

Fred Snodgrass Braves Ventura Cal Snodgrass Los Angeles St. Vincent City of Angels McGraw Giants Fred Reds Phillies Pirates Boston Bean City Curley Red Sox

Delegation to Union Convention from Bridgeport

The Bridgeport Corset Workers union sent a delegation to the Union Garment Workers convention in Philadelphia. Delegates include Mrs Grace Osborn Mrs Sarah Bright Mrs Mary Gould and Miss Anda Dunn from this city. The Cutters union is also represented.

Bridgeport Corset Workers’ Union Foy the Garment Workers’ Union Philadelphia Grace Osborn Sarah Bright Mary Gould Anda Dunn Cutters’ Union

Sure Quality and Service Diamonds and Jewelry Ad

A jewelry advertiser invites readers to evaluate products on merit and fair pricing. It promises reliable quality and service, urges personal investigation, and asks customers to judge through their own experience before purchasing.

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