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Newspaper
Bridgeport Evening Farmer
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Sep 07, 1912
Page
5
The Lyric Theatre presents Mrs Temple's Telegram and the Cleve land company in a program noted for strong dramatic power. Audiences will see the company’s leading performers in a complex plot about love across class lines, with impressive stage craft and a promising closing week.
The wedding of Miss Say daughter of Mr and Mrs P F Comic took place in a rectory setting last December. The bride wore white satin with lace and a wreath, while the groom wore a dark suit. After the ceremony guests joined a reception, with confetti sent from friends and a gift list noting modest items. The couple planned a short wedding trip to Allent City before settling at Barriat Street. the day featured gifts, speeches, and customary wedding fare.
Poli's Theatre plans next week to stage Checkers a dramatic play adapted by Henry M Blossom from his novel The story centers on Beccus a gambler reformed by love Wendall the beloved of the town's richest man’s daughter and a gold keepsake bet that tests his resolve The plot moves from Clarksville Arkansas to a race track and returns to a bank rescue outcome with forgiveness and happiness The production is billed as the season’s highest yet with a largely augmented cast and an emphasis on the rural racing setting
Morse wants partial restoration of state civil rights and possible federal restoration via governor Dix or the president. Officials say his status as a felony convict complicates rights regained. He may sue as a non citizen but cannot be deputy before grand jury until cleared. Federal status remains uncertain.
Biaefield West Virginia officials say Walter Johnson the negro lynched near Princeton West Virginia Thursday night was innocent of assaulting Nita White a 14 year old girl. The girl initially identified him but later said she did not believe he was the man. Officials say the mob did not listen and that evidence now makes it almost certain the wrong man was lynched.
Attorney Joshua Meltzer and family have returned from a two week Port Trumbull beach visit to their new home on West Avenue. Tomorrow morning a Holy Eucharist will be celebrated at the Church of the Noticity, North Bridsey Port, at seven o'clock instead of the usual hour.
The Park Theatre presents From Bass to Riches with Ed Lee Wrothe and the Ginger Girls in a final show tonight. Frank J. Wakefield supports the star as Higgins shifts from janitor to fortunate gambler, then journeys to Alaska as the plot twists through gambling houses, a Klondike fortune, and a cast of supporting players. The production features Brae L. Wakefield, Henny P. Nelson, Jane La Beau, and Ineg Girard, with elegant scenery and a large chorus, hailed as season’s best burlesque entertainment.
Louis D. Brandeis, long a Republican, endorses Woodrow Wilson urging progressives of all parties to support him. He praises Wilson as a democratic, industrious leader capable of advancing progressive policies, rejecting privilege and stressing the need for broad public empowerment and reform. The note ends with an ad for Cleaneasy hand soap by Wr. Winn.
An odd wart removal advertisement touts Cyrus Ware Remover as painless with claims of transforming a disfigured face and hands. It promotes purchase at The Cyrus Pharmacy, 268 Fatrdeld Ave, with speculative contact details and dubious efficacy.
Fairfield random notices cover Greenfield Hill road paving and a wagon accident near Spring Street with asphalt spill. probate judge race dynamics in town politics. local clergy events at St Thomas church and Hope Chapel. residents traveling, visitors in town, and church services including Sacred Forty Hours devotion.
Levi French was injured when his team of horses bolted while he worked for Rev. Mr. Cohn, with J Arthur Sherwoods team. He was driven home by car. The Baptist church will close Sunday and reopen September 15. Residents and guests share fishing trips visits and social events, with Miss Edith Logan and Miss Edith Losan among Easton attendees.
Foley Kidney Pills offer prompt relief from backache kidney and bladder trouble rheumatism and urinary irregularities. Promotes comfort for middle aged and elderly women and men seeking fast, targeted support.
Foreman Southey of the State Highway Department says contractor Merritt will not proceed with the Riverside Avenue job. He cites other reasons for the hold up and notes additional delays affecting the project timeline.
Miss Amy Gaines leads the normal school after a change in administration. Professor Watery Gam, a known figure among local educators, is seeking unity in the school’s plan while women in Steatford are widely aware of the move.
Stratford Westport Sept 7 A town rumor claims contractor Merritt will quit the River Side avenue highway project and a new firm take over with work rushing to finish. Foreman Southey denies the claim. other delays cited include trolley track work and street improvements. The Crown Opera House lease nears end as talks of a moving picture house surface. Staples High School drops the commercial course after a trial period amid staffing limits and board concerns. Principal Bates assumes broader control and implements changes with board backing. Local social and civic items follow, including Miss Gaines taking a normal school post in Danbury, and a town meeting on education reforms. Community events, club activities, and volunteer efforts fill the remainder of the page.
An OCR fragment describes a legal or civic event with references to a town, board, and a figure named Honma, mentioning a nurse, a patient, and a court-like sequence. The text is garbled but hints at a staged tribunal or public proceeding, with unclear outcomes and a focus on local governance and imagery.
Fragmented notes describe local officials and organizations preparing for events. Mayor Edward T Burkina reportedly invited to attend a gathering. martial veterans, lodge members, and the Red Men plan encampments and funerals. Firefighters and public safety scenes are referenced with damaged details and scattered names.
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