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Newspaper
Bridgeport Evening Farmer
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Aug 04, 1909
Page
3
Leather goods including bill rolls pass cases wallets writing portfolios coin purses and bridge and whist sets offered in a good variety at reasonable prices at 3 Jackson's Book Shop 986 988 Main Street.
Anthony Gaal, former organist and teacher, regains his sexton post at the Hungarian Reformed Church in the West End after a church meeting decision. Elders had investigated a missing coal issue and pressed a separate legal action, with a commission appointed and counsel retained on both sides before a settlement allowed Gaal to return to work.
United Press dispatch reports the Senate adopted the conference report on the Philippine tariff bill. The measure now goes to the President for signature after House approval.
Judge Wilder ruled in favor of Katherine Burnstine in the slander case over Cora Mulloy. Mulloy sought $100 damages for alleged remarks, continuing a prior Common Pleas affront where Mulloy was defendant and faced a $15 judgment.
In Bruneel, Pautelson, a drunken Navarite baker aged 60 attempted to kill his wife this afternoon. Interference by a bystander saved her life and the man was arrested. The victim will recover.
Edward Sterling died in this city on August 2 in his 79th year at his residence 333 street. Friends invited to attend the funeral at his late residence on Thursday at 5 o clock PM in Mountain Grove. friends asked to omit flowers.
The administration outlines an October session to review a monetary commission. Officials expect Congress to consider the commission's recommendations and potential policy changes during the renewed gathering.
Washington reports plans for a special session starting in October next year to study the monetary commission’s report on railroad rate law. Legislators, busy with tariff talks, will have extended debate time and possible changes to the commodities clause to align with a Supreme Court resolution.
Hartford officials report the public utilities question is the order of the day in the House with Carmody Bill as substitute. The chamber passed the Sunday bill and approved several measures including hospital funding, tax timing, and road projects amid recalls and amendments. A separate fire destroyed a rag shop in New Haven and a man suspected to be an escaped lunatic was found wandering barefoot in Cedar Hill freight yards.
The Industrial League of Bridgeport faces a crisis after directors forfeit five Regenery games won by Union Typewriter Co. and transfer them to rival clubs. Eight wins and six defeats leaves Yost field at risk of dropping out as Crane No 1 and Crane No 2 gain. Managers argue over intent and finances. Lynch resigns as Yost manager but plans to stay in the league and chase the pennant amid possible further resignations.
The Fighting Ninth Connecticut Volunteers hold their annual reunion at the Sea View Hotel Savin Rock tomorrow with about 90 living members. Bridgeport attendees include Col. Richard Fitzgibbon Capt. Laurence O'Brien and others. Corporal Patrick O’Reilly is noted as deceased in the past year. Officers elected: President Col. Fitzgibbon vice president Capt. O'Brien secretary treasurer M. P. Cohan and chaplain Rev. W. J. Sioan.
Fire starting at the E. M. Upton Storage Plant at Charlotte near the Genesee river has destroyed the main building and attacked three others, threatening the town’s business center. Rochester aid has been requested.
Attorney James Turner on crutches visits downtown for first time since knee injury while bathing at Fairfield beach. Probate reveals Morris Weinstein estate real estate valued at 3000 dollars and personal property 134.20 dollars. Fire sweeps Stratford meadow night, destroying hay but causing no further damage.
Dog Warden Thomas Kelly filed a report with Town Clerk Robert Weber covering May 21 to August 1 noting 123 canines destroyed at $3 each. The report details each dog, pickup location, and owner if known, but excludes pound placements. Last year the rate was $4 per dog, prompting the legislature to cut fees to $3 to curb profits.
Hartford reports that after Senator Bradford's conference bill passes the House, city authorities may extend saloon closing hours from 10 PM to 12 midnight. The measure amends section 2700, allowing licensed sellers and their agents to stay open past 10 PM if fixed by municipal authorities, with certain penalties outlined.
Patrick Hickey and William Mulligan funerals draw large crowds with high mass rites at St Mary’s and St Fee churches. Pallbearers include Hickey relatives and local men. interments at St Michael’s cemetery. Elizabeth Farrington dies at 56 after long illness at 1053 Barnum avenue. she leaves a large family and ties to John T. King. Dowling sisters spend a month in Norfolk, Conn.
In White Plains Harry K. Thaw arrives at the courthouse under heavy guard as experts debate paranoia. Dr. Austin Flint argues true paranoia is incurable, while Dr. Carlos McDonald cites cases of cured mental illness. Jerome reads a long definition of paranoia and notes Thaw’s behavior and delusions.
Senators endorsed a substitute repeal of Sec. 3916 after negotiations between electric interests and business groups. Bridgeport figures Manwaring Arnold praised the result, Latimer led the bid, and the measure heads to the House and then the Senate for final passage. BABY SHOW JUDGES were announced for Steeplechase event with Mrs Henry Drucker and others listed.
Weather report for Fairfield and Bridgeport notes cloudy conditions with occasional rain tonight and tomorrow. August 4, 1909.
Stock taking reveals broken lines of seasonable shoes grouped into lots with reduced prices. Women three pairs of oxfords at $2.45 and $2.15, canvas oxfords 69c, girls and children oxfords from 45c to 95c, men oxfords from $1.90 to $3, and boys oxfords from $1.45. Main floor near Fairfield Avenue entrance.
Six Barker collars offered at fifty cents with a limited time deal. Regular price is two for twenty five cents, and the sale features the store’s standard Barker quality in various shapes and sizes including quarter sizes.
The Howland Dry Goods Co. reports a loaded three masted schooner on the west side of Pollack Rip Shoal was found flying distress signals today near Chatham Massachusetts. The McLoney Lumt Life Saving crew responded at once as the vessel appeared laden with heavy cargo beneath the hatches. Conditions included slack tide, smooth sea, and a moderate east wind.
A housewife is shown new Economy jars noted for wide mouths straight sides and clear flint glass with smooth edges. The key feature is a rubber-free seal that keeps fruit safely preserved for years. Pint size sells at one dozen and quart and half gallon sizes priced per dozen.
A neighbor's discerned story centers on Poppea, daughter of the village postmaster, with village characters and city boarders featured. The tale promises delight in reading and is offered at the book shop for $1.15.
The body of Dr Lock Wing Chinese vice consul at New York, shot in New York, is buried in Washington Connecticut after services at First Congregational church. Delegations from the Chinese Embassy Oriental Club of New York and Home Lodge of Free Masons attend along with Wingshiu Ho and other Celestials.
Weather observer notes July had no heat records but was very dry with only 2.50 inches of rain, led by 1.73 inches on the 23rd. The hottest day hit on the 20th, near the all time July peak, while mean July temperature slightly below average. Thunderstorms scarce with two in the month and six days with any precipitation. Southwesterly winds, barometer high at 30.26 and low at 29.45.
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