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Newspaper
Bridgeport Evening Farmer
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Aug 25, 1909
Page
3
The firm of Penfield and Craig announces the death of a Stepney depot merchant in an early morning incident. Stephen French conducted the affair for a number of years, with his wife Miss Jessie noted among those affected. Local rail line business ties are mentioned as part of the context.
Nesbit of Cain in her husband of New York filed today for desert.
Edward Perry aged 35 of Westerly R I was fatally struck on the railroad near Lockwood s Grove Fairfield The corpse wore a hat band marked Edward and a letter addressed to Edward Perry 75 Mechanic street Westerly R I was found on his clothing Dr Donaldson notified Westerly officials and an uncle claimed the remains later today
Mayor Lee stated that any citizen has a right to be a candidate and participate in the district primary fights. He dismissed concerns about party battles and emphasized open participation for all interested citizens.
Special from United Press Stamford Aug 25 Work on the experimental electrical extension on the New Haven road has been halted due to delays in glo ration within two months. The company will test new electrical appliances on this section to guide future Stamford to New Haven equipment, similar to the Stamford to Wood lawns route.
John J. Gaffney, captain of the Progressive Circle degree team, was elected Grand Scroll Keeper of the Brotherhood of America at the Derby state convention. His rivals were defeated 72 to 10 as supporters celebrated with a special trip to Savin Rock.
In the town clerk’s office this morning a batch of returns shows couples married in outside towns during recent months. Notable listings include: July 26 in New Haven Swerdsky to Charlotte Bardley. July 20 New Haven Mary E Cook to Howard com as singer. July 31 New Haven A Bur dette Hughes to Alice Sperry. August 6 Derby Helen Whalley to John Schultze. August 5 Ansonia Lil ae Osborne to nk A Shaw. All couples reside in Bridgeport area.
A settlement was reached in the suit by Christian J. Christiansen sen for 5000 dollars against Joel E. Fisher of New York and a Yale student. The case stems from the death of John Christiansen on June 1, 1909, struck by Fisher’s car at Stratford and Surf avenues as he crossed the highway. The exact settlement sum was not disclosed.
Pauline Katz, charged with injuring property by leaving a faucet on, was discharged by Judge Foster in city court. Landlady Mrs Elias Schwartz alleged intentional act after flooding damaged apartment at 129 Wordin Avenue, but evidence showed no malice and Katz was found not guilty. Attorney Charles Shapiro represented Katz.
A man who entered the Third precinct police station claiming he wished to die was identified as Edward Charters thirty, a Meriden burnisher. He gave the alias Edward Kepin, was taken to St. Vincent's hospital with lung trouble and paresis, and authorities expect to transfer him to Middletown asylum. Meriden officials will handle the case.
Stamford August 25 an appeal was filed today over the city damages assessment for changing Atlantic street grade. Charles S. Finch and John Clary are the appellants. The city council planned a grade change costing about 10000 dollars with the appropriation board denying funds for less radical options. Some lawyers say city liability remains unchanged by the board’s refusal. Greenwich August 25 the body of a man about 20 with 90 cents was found near Port Chester. head injuries noted.
The Harriman heir Averell Harriman, eighteen, works ground level on the Short Line surveying crew earning 65 dollars a month. He chose Europe for summer learning and wants to understand railroad location as the foundation of railroading, starting at the bottom like other workers.
More than 300 Shriners from the Masonic Temple boarded special trolley cars at 1 PM for the west shore Stratfor Stratiford outing. The Pyramid Pie event featured the new band in red fezés and a noon luncheon followed by a 1 30 PM tea meet under Mark Nagle’s direction.
Bridgeport and New Haven police officers prepare for the last home game at Newfield with a large expected crowd. Sgt. C H Suckley Joseph P Coughlin and Arthur I Prout organize pregame gatherings at the rail station and a dinner at Steeplechase Weber's Pavilion after the 2:30 start.
New York August 26 opening trading showed broad weakness as declines spread across stocks from fractions to over two points. Union Pacific led the losses with trading around 208 while Union Pacific Preferred slipped to 1. percent and Southern Pacific and New York Central fell. By midmorning the tone firmed marginally but Union Pacific Common remained downward driven amid doubts on the segregation plan and Harriman’s condition. Steel Common remained under pressure with further drops, and government bonds stood unchanged as other issues slid. Noon liquidation persisted amid bear activity and continued declines.
Attorney Charles Mann of Boston, former state Brotherhood of the Union leader, is in town visiting friends. He represents Walter Stiles of Boston in a divorce suit against Anna Rose Short Stiles of Bridgeport, linked to a raid on Fannie Crawford's Tulip street house. The case was filed in Boston Superior Court on August 3.
The 43 foot twin screw launch Try-On of New Haven is docked under the direction of Ralph E. Chester, newly named deputy inspector of customs. Captain Bradley runs the boat, chartered by the Treasury for six weeks to let the inspector check power boats for navigation rule compliance.
A compromise was reached this afternoon in the habeas corpus suit by Bert E. Sharps of Georgia for custody of his eight year old daughter. Judge Bennett presided as Boston attorneys argued for both sides. Sharps gains one three hour visit per week and the child remains on the premises.
Connecticut Foresters of America delegates in Toledo were hosted by the Columbus Club of the American Baseball in Ohio. Jimmy O Rourke Jr a Columbus club member received a mammoth floral horseshoe from Connecticut friends during a Toledo Columbus game invitation.
The funeral from his mother's home at 325 George Street proceeded to St. Augustine's Church where Father Kennedy celebrated a mass of requiem. Pallbearers included James McCullough Edward Finlan Jr Samuel Gregory Al Lamond James C. Reitley and Michael Reeves. Burial followed at St Michael cemetery.
Harry S Weems a Chicago traveling salesman shot his wife near the McKinley monument in Niagara Square then killed himself He is dying at Emergency Hospital Mrs Weems about 25 will recover She is the daughter of Mrs E B Davis and known as a dog fancier with a large kennel in Bradford The quarrel involved jewelry He shot after a quarrel over jewelry before turning the gun on himself.
An August 25 1909 notice from Howland's on Main Fairfield and Cannon Bridgeport promotes summer wear and floor coverings. It urges prompt shopping for linoleum and oil cloth bargains with prices halved from usual, noting limited quantities and fast turnover.
Demonstration showcases the Economy jar praised for large mouth straight sides and clear glass. No clamps or screw tops, cap sealed by jar warmth, airtight for years. Suitable for all meats and vegetables, proven satisfactory by many housewives. Three sizes priced per dozen. Basement
A column riff showcases zinc labeling longevity with a pencil mark remaining legible beneath oxide. It also includes quips about gender logic, grammar and professions, a medical joke on x ray versus surgeon, a joke about kissing and mother versus lawyer, and a remark on marriage as a means to vex a rival.
A note describes Petticoats made of Heatherbloom in correct style. Some petticoats feature deep black color, full flaring ruffles, and are trimmed with tucks. Prices are described as fair.
The article highlights hair arrangement as the key to hat appearances with fashion tips and affordable options. It lists switches, gray natural hair, Marcel pompadours, pompadours, transformations encircling the head, Marlowe puffs, cluster puffs, and sanitary rolls with price ranges and sizes, noted as available on the third floor.
Notices announce deaths and funeral details across Norwalk and nearby towns. Entries include ages and burial plans for individuals such as Louis Van Gal Eugenia Kellogg Schmid J Sherman Richmond and Jane E Northrop with dates and residences in Norwalk Stepmney and Woodbury.
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