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Newspaper
Bridgeport Evening Farmer
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Aug 25, 1909
Page
4
Fragmentary city notice reports a man near Pratt Street asking police to allow his death at about 9 o clock. It mentions an officer, a priest from St. James Church, and unclear details about his condition and events surrounding the incident.
City officials discuss using oil price measures to cover street sprinkling costs while examining charter amendments. Debate centers on funding methods and long term financial impact for residents.
A seaside carnival opens Saturdays in September featuring foot races, boxing exhibitions, concerts, fireworks, and waltzes. The event plans a continuous program with special features and a marching lineup, aiming to attract visitors for a festive closing period on the island.
George W. Johnston was acquitted yesterday afternoon after Judge Lockwood ruled the machine case not proven. The court noted Johnston was deaf, a factor cited in the fatal incident but not enough to establish liability.
The fragment warns that some tolerate roaches in the kitchen and imagine the family will not notice. It suggests a hypothetical day when a roach might be served in a pie and the consequences of discovery.
Thomas Burns of 19 Beach street has returned from a western trip in July. The Equa Social club plans a hop for members and their ladies at the Samford House in Woodmont on the Sound next Friday evening featuring a special orchestra. The event is for club members and their guests.
The latest statement on New Haven road ownership follows Boston and Maine share exchanges. American Express and Standard Oil interests gain influence while the Mutual Life Insurance Company of New York remains the largest individual holder. The New York Central reports a sizable stake increase as the First National Bank of New York exits.
A Bridgeport study details two 1906 methods for electric arc lamps and compares open versus enclosed lamps, noting higher maintenance for open arcs and potential cost benefits from the new Mercury Rectifier driven system. It covers labor costs, coal prices, and per lamp annual pricing under a 1906 contract with United Illuminating Company.
Fire units investigated a still alarm at East Main and Seymour streets last night. In other news, the Pequonnock Foundry project in the East End awards a contract to Serlin Bridge Construction Co for a new fans building, with occupancy set for November 15.
John Donnellan aged 17 of 30 Fifth Avenue Jersey City died after perforation of the intestines following a fall in a park. He had been in St Vincent's hospital after the injury and operation. He was a St John Parochial School graduate and had just secured a position in New York. He leaves a family of six and was visiting relatives at Sandy Hook when the incident occurred.
Fragmentary text describes a person seeking or receiving medicine. The readable portion mentions health and aid in a mysterious or incomplete context, with no clear names, dates, or locations. Further details are necessary to identify the event and involved parties.
The New Britain girl Annie Siering ended her life at the Atlas hotel by drinking strychnine. Officials say despondency from a facial wen caused her to despair over her appearance. Her father, Eieceer Giering, resides on Road, New Britain.
An vintage advertisement for CleanEasy claims it removes stove polish rust grease ink paint dirt from skin and clothing. It promotes a large can for 10 cents and lists William R. Winn at 243 Stratford Ave as the manufacturer with a closing “Sun rises tomorrow.”
Senator Holzer of the 21st district attended the closing day session after weeks away due to bank duties in Bridgeport. The session honored leaders with gifts including rings, watches, cups, and $300 pay checks for members. Speaker Pimore S Banks and House leaders Barnes Higgins received awards amid a lively, sharp House atmosphere led by Representative Johnson of Newtown.
Herman Sawyer turned a coach onto East Washington avenue and struck the cab driven by James Ahern of Stratford. The Ahern rig’s shaft tore a hole in the cab side. Ahern was fined and costs for drunkenness.
Gaetano Leppello charged with assault with intent to kill after shooting Angelo Lota on St. Rocco's Day. Bound over to the next term of Superior Court under 500 bonds. represented by Henry Greenstein. No hearing held. demurrer entered. Judge Foster ruled on formalities.
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