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Newspaper
Bridgeport Evening Farmer
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Aug 21, 1909
Page
3
A garbled report references William A. Brian and a city matter tied to Linden avenues and tis rest. The note mentions the Superior Court as the venue for proceedings, indicating a public legal action or scandal involving Westport.
The government inspection boat Try will be in these waters on Monday to inspect motor boats in this district. Chartered by the department for the State of tent it will be under commission till Oct 1. New Haven work not finished yet, with about 50 boats to be inspected locally and more in the New Haven district.
Carskadon, a deckhand aboard the steamer, remained at his post as the deck caved in, keeping the starboard engine running to steer the vessel toward shore. He aided passengers to safety and survived without fatal injuries, today a candidate for Carnegie hero medal.
In Wilkesbarre Pennsylvania theatrical agent George Marion of Atlanta shot and killed Mrs. James Brooks, a bride who had deserted him and married another man in New York and Atlanta. He confessed saying he intended to kill both but hoped for reconciliation before the fatal act. The shooting occurred in the office of Police Captain Long after Marion waited with Mrs Brooks.
County Commissioners advertise 145 thousand dollar bonds bearing 4 percent interest. Proposals due in September. Bonds redeemable before maturity. Coupons attached and may be registered.
New York stock market opens with brisk gains across issues. Union Pacific and Read gained, steel and Smelting shares rose, government bonds steady, other bonds firm as the market shows renewed strength in the first hour.
Theodore Roosevelt Jr arrived this afternoon and was greeted at the rail station by A Holland Forbes. He will stay at Forbes home in Pairfield for several days as Forbes plans his upcoming aviation expedition with Roosevelt as his companion. This marks the first visit by the late President's son to these parts. The expedition is expected to begin from St Louis.
Dr. and Mrs. M B Rosen announce the engagement of their daughter Stelle E to Mr. Charles H Shapiro of the law firm Shapiro Shapiro The couple plans a forthcoming wedding with no date set The groom is a Park City lawyer and a public school graduate notable in local Jewish and professional circles The note highlights his honors and community involvement
Washington Aug 1 The internal revenue bureau issued circular letters directing collectors to canvass districts for a complete list of corporations doing business there. Entries must include company name place of business capital stock and classify firms as financial and commercial civic industrial manufacturing mercantile or miscellaneous. Information to be collected as speedily as possible.
United Press reports a hearty New York and New Jersey veterans welcome upon arrival from the Hoston siege. The Puritan carried the 4th and 9th New York National Guard regiments while the Pilgrim ferried the 1st and 2nd New York batteries and two New Jersey signal corps companies. Soldiers appeared fit after harsh campaigning and rough weather.
Special dispatches from Mexico City report Reyes of Nuevo Leon, a Mexican vice-presidential hopeful, under federal surveillance. Unrest grows among revolutionary leaders as allies celebrate Reyes's birthday in Monterey, prompting authorities to pursue him into the mountains where he is effectively confined.
Special from United Press James Bellis of Pininfela Nova Scotia is heir to the James R. Smith estate of Jenkstown Pennsylvania valued at 200000. Bellis a Pond Tools Works blacksmith plans a modest life but will keep the anvil. He shares the inheritance with brother William of Finnington and sister Mrs Werley Pope of Brooklyn New York.
Connecticut troops who served in the war front are due in New Haven this afternoon. The transport Meade departed Breton at 2 PM and is expected to take several hours to reach port.
Local page reports Clark defeating King in a Roque game with several tableau moments. The brief notes mention supporters and a crowd at the venue, with players including Tadie Clark and Spier, amid a lively sequence of exchanges and legal comments from observers.
The monument marks the grave of Rev Father Thomas J Synnott, a pioneer priest in Bridgeport who founded Saint Augustine church and school. Through Rev Father Charles McElroy the Celtic granite marker bears inscriptions praising his life work and spiritual welfare of his people.
An unconscious man found on the street last evening near Buire Head was taken to Vincent's hospital. He has been identified as Thomas McNamara, a man about town. He fell and bled from the nose and ears. Doctors fear a skull base fracture.
Washington officials report customs receipts under the new tariff law show a strong revival with about 900 thousand dollars more than the prior year. Since July 1 fiscal year start, total receipts are 60.7 million versus 98.4 million last year, with Boston and New York contributing sizable amounts today.
Pittsburg August 21 Telegraph managers seek new code words after Western Union and Postal orders set a new rate per ten letters to a word. The change, effective September 1, ends the prior ten letters per word system. The aim is to curb inflated code word usage and avoid costly, long letter groupings.
Subury Pa Aug 21 police say they arrested a man believed to be Leon Ling in the Siegel murder. The man, captured on a farm, matches the missing Orientals description. He calls himself James Chum, claims a Japanese father and German mother, and denies Ling. New York police alerted.
David Williams, meas attendant on the Battleship Vermont, was acquitted of manslaughter in the boxing boat death of a ship mate. He will be turned over to the Georgia authorities for civil trial on the charge of assault with attempt to kill.
A badly decomposed body of an unknown man was found near the Naval Reserves boat house in Hartford early today. Two cents were found in his pockets, but no clues to identify him were recovered.
Harry D. Miller, principal stockholder of W. L. Watson Co which ran the drug store at Parke and airheld avenues, is named defendant in a suit by TH Coal Company of the West End seeking $4 for coal delivered. The bill alleges the amount due arose before a sale or transfer.
Bridgeport to host a September dog show at Park City rink under Bridgeport Kennel Club auspices. Officials include President James Hair and D D Smith treasurer, with prizes donated by local firms. Show aims to feature two dog classes and attract top exhibitors before the Danbury Fair.
A Bridgeport boy died shortly after a car accident as his family learned of the tragedy. The 65 year old victim’s body was prepared for transport to the city and Mr Eneworth, a member of George B Clark & Co furniture dealers, faced the shock with his wife and two children awaiting departure home tomorrow. The deceased was a promising student with a bright future seen by friends and teachers. Sympathy poured in as Eneworth’s circle consoled the family.
The Glace Bay station of the Marconi Wireless Company was put out of commission by a serious fire today. For a time the blaze threatened the entire plant and the station will be unable to operate for several weeks. It is one of the largest in the world and serves as a key trans Atlantic communication point.
Moscow reports a well developed plot to kill the Czar during an upcoming visit. Italian authorities have photos and descriptions of the alleged assassins, sent by secret police. If not rounded up, the Czar may cancel the trip.
New York Ave the non magnetic yacht Carnegie sailed today for a six months cruise into the Arctic Circle. The grand ship built by the Carnegie Institute at Washington aims to rechart world waters and test seaworthiness of non magnetic woods and bronze.
At the annual Savin Rock outing of the Business Men's Association R and Binkerd secretary of the Citizens' Union of New York city will address the gathering on Civic Betterment States Attorney Stiles Judeon will also speak
Mrs Sophia Sundine of 330 Poplar Street was taken to St Vincent's Yesterday forenoon suffering gas poisoning and has recovered enough to return home later today. The report notes her age as 74 and mentions she may go home in the afternoon.
Fragmentary OCR reads Patrncia ay Conn dated yesterday August 21 1908 with unclear context. No further details.
Advertises women oxford shoes in black and tan priced at 3.50 and 4.00 with sale prices 2.45 for oufords and 3.50 for calf options. Black and tan variants, several styles and sizes, plus canvas, and children’s canvas and tennis oxfords in multiple small sizes.
An unusual event unfolds in Bridgeport as the Howland Dry Goods team hosts a temple ball in the Oasis of Bridgenort. Officials from Mystic Sistoees and Pyramid Tempis oversee the fundraiser with Danbury, New Haven, and Ansonia figures listed among captains, judges, and attendees. A celebratory dine and roast precedes a featured game, drawing participants from across Connecticut in a spirited charity outing.
Dorando recalls his romance with Teresa Donat as he celebrates marriage in Italy after a long career marked by Olympic runs and American touring. Reports say Dorando, now a self employed businessman, is worth about $25,000 and has become a public figure since his rise.
Real estate activity lagged during the week with fewer parcels transferred and smaller loan totals than the prior year. The Building Commissioners approved permits for multiple projects including Julia A. Ruggles two-family dwelling on Bishop Avenue and Christopher Rickard one-story brick addition on Howard Avenue, among others, while marriage licenses were issued for Patrick O'Brien and Mumey Trahey.
Elizabeth C Heade executrix for Hannah O Briens estate reports insolvency. Claims total 1322 95 dollars for services by a niece of the deceased. Marrington A asserts 848 for home services. he is the deceaseds nephew. A spouse of the executrix has a claim of 14 for surveys. Mrs Hesse beneficiary will receive nothing. Four percent of the claims allowed. Norris has appointed John Robert DeForest and Dorry Whitney to pass the claims.
Special from United New Britain Aug 2 reports a Somerville man, Maclean, 2, killed at the Bock Company plant in New Britain when a chisel slipped while he was in a drawer. He died within 29 minutes after injury. survived by mother in Somerville. Fire damages at Snitsic 2.45ca Rockville boat house and waiting room. cause unknown.
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