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Newspaper
Bridgeport Evening Farmer
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Aug 26, 1909
Page
2
A garbled excerpt discusses a child restless at night and a practice of writing a pink copy of a plan on four house corners, with mentions of reading, social visits, and a purgatory of the home. The text references a Memphis letter and a vague method to reduce respondents by ongoing laughter.
Hartford August 16 The State tuberculosis commission formed by the last General Assembly held its first Hartford meeting. Dr J P C Foster of New Haven elected chairman. George L Alten of Middletown suggested as secretary but no decision reached. A plan outlined to run exhibits at the State fair and a site for a proposed sanitarium was selected though not named.
Louis Morrissey, a Connecticut Company car cleaner, was severely injured while operating a car at the car barns on Tuesday afternoon. He lies hovering between life and death at St. Vincent's Hospital as physicians report little hope for recovery.
Special from United Press Paris August 26 building of all nature has been suspended due to a strike by 16 000 masons part of widespread labor trouble in France attempts are being made to bring employers together to end the strike. Sues to recover on note Gertrude E Black sues Horace Piggs for 3000 returnable next Superior Court session. Drs Frink and family and Miss Seay return from Salisbury trip. Consul man Gould and a Somers Co official return from a two week Nova Scotia visit by Canada.
New London August 26 The Connecticut Funeral Directors association met here for its annual outing and business session Officers chosen for the coming year President James M Bennett of New Haven secretary Zaw Crawford of New Haven won the secretary post.
Edw. Charters of Meriden walked into the Third Precinct Police station Tuesday evening saying he wanted to die. He was taken to St. Vincent's hospital where his physical condition improves but his mental state remains weak. He is demented and will be taken in charge by Meriden authorities.
Representatives from 45 states attend opening sessions at the Exposition Grounds. Keynote by Joseph N Teal asserts conservation as a moral issue and warns against concentrating water power rights. Chief Forester Pinchot arrives to address tomorrow while officials promote state efforts and committee appointments.
The Bridgeport Central Labor Union met to plan Labor Day observances and named committees. Unanization includes J. J. O'Neill, C. Rice, C. Stough, J. Klein, N. F. Byrnes. Labels include K. Lang, W. Miller, J. Coates, G. Engiefiard, D. Connor. Legislative lists D. Connor, J. J. O'Neill, N. Byrnes, H. Taylor, J. Dunn. Arbitration and Grievance lists J. McClure, A. P. Owens, E C. Baldwin, J. Klein, J. Stine.
Central Labor Union approves a pre Labor Day service at South Congregational church on Sunday evening September 6. Rev. Charles Stolzle of New York will speak, with proceeds benefiting the Fairfield Anti Tuberculosis Association. Mayor Henry endorses the effort and committee members include Brennan Rosenbaum Gagne and ONeill. U M C A provides bulletin board space in factories.
Leo Nor F Loree, Delaware & Hudson president, is cited as Harriman’s likely successor amid Harriman’s illness. Loree, born 1858 in Fulton City Illinois, trained in railroad management, helped after the Johnstown flood, and earned high regard from his superiors for his practical and financial expertise.
Pittsburg area reports a cold drizzle on McKees Rocks and Schoenville as evicted homeless families of Preased Steel Car Works strikers seek shelter. Investigations into peonage charges prompted Hoageland to skip today’s plant visit. Over 50 strikebreakers quit. strike has 45 days with wide costs to workers and county, including 5000 workers at $2 daily, half-force Sundays, and county spending around $33,750 plus deputy sheriffs at $5 daily.
Harold L. Baker, a young automobile dealer based in the Blue Ribbon garage building on Fairfield Avenue, died after a sudden illness described as typhoid. He was known for his robust health and amiable nature, leaving friends and a sorrowing community.
Walter S Jones aged 65 of Ridgefield Connecticut died suddenly while visiting his cousin on Englewood Avenue this city. He suffered a first shock Tuesday afternoon and a second shock yesterday morning, from which he did not recover, with Dr Garlick attending.
Daniel S. McNamara longtime manager of Jacques Theater in Waterbury has been transferred by S. Z. Poli to New Haven, the base of Poli theatrical interests, with a likely departure next week. He is praised for high standards and courteous dealings and will be succeeded by George W. Whittaker, formerly manager of the Orpheum in Atlanta.
Attorney George H. Ennis testified in probate court as the case of Nellie Schuster’s guardianship proceeds. Beers counsel filed for adjudication after Ennis secured a $500 settlement from Warner Bros. Co. Ennis kept $250 and credited $260 as fee, with $7.60 probate costs. Relatives say he overcharged and should have secured a larger settlement. witnesses include Warner Bros. officials, shopmates, and relatives.
George A Pollitt of Paterson New Jersey was today elected commander in chief of the Sons of Veterans at the 28th convention session E J Cogswell of New Hampshire was chosen senior commander in chief The group plans to meet next year in Atlantic City New Jersey with the G A R encampment Miss Mollie Donaldson of Paterson was reelected National President of the Woman s Auxiliary
Richardsons in the First Annual Regatta and Water Carnival hosted by the Ban tam Lake Regatta Association featured Bettie and Richardson, children of John H. Richardson of this city. John H. Richardson, manager of the William R. Winn Oil Co., serves as association vice president and is deeply invested in aquatic sports. He summers near the lake and helps promote the popular resort in Litchfield county hills.
William M. Perry of Stratford, a carpenter, fell six feet into an elevator pit beneath the baggage room at the railroad station this morning. He suffered a compound fracture of the right leg and was taken to the Emergency hospital where Dr. Bennett attended him. Perry had been transporting lumber all morning. the area was dark and he passed through a door after the elevator had risen.
George Warren brother of Edmund Warren of Cannon Street died of appendicitis at Stratfield One Fairfield District. He was a plater at his brother’s Cannon Street factory and is survived by a widow and son Dr. Robert Warren in Salt Lake City. sister Mary J. Warren of Cheshire also survives. He was 68. Julia P. Price former resident of this city died in West Haven. services held this afternoon by Rev. Carl F. W. Ahrens. Maude Lee wife of R. Lee died at Bridgeport Hospital after a short illness at 28. Annie widow of James C. Clark died at St Vincent’s Hospital after a brief illness. she had long served as housekeeper for F. C. Locie in Fulton Court. She was 42.
Toledo reports the New York delegation to the Foresters of America supreme convention failed to elect any officer from New York with the Anti New York group winning. New officers include Chief Ranger John F Cosgrove Hartford Conn sub chief ranger Harry W Mace Philadelphia Treasurer Edward B O'Brien Lynn Mass secretary Thomas M Donnelly Jersey City and others with various regional appointees and trustees named.
A birthday celebration marks one year since the Boys' Shop opened promising to put boys first with affordable clothing. The event features Double-service suits with two pairs of trousers, in a wide range of colors and patterns for ages 6 to 17. Every boy and his mother are invited to the Friday and Saturday party at the front basement.
A mill shipment of tan stockings arrives late but with fine gauze weight and seamless construction in excellent tan shades. Retailers decide to price them sharply to boost quick sales despite the delay and quality.
Last bark of the Barker sale offers a special price on linen collars at 60 cents a half dozen, valid only until Saturday night. Located at the Main street door, buyers are urged to act for value and fit.
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