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Newspaper
Bridgeport Evening Farmer
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Aug 27, 1913
Page
5
Abdallah Ady of Stamford seeks a divorce from Zahusy Ady claiming desertion on March 16, 1906. He states he married her February 15 in the same year and that the wife’s maiden name was Zahuay She badi. The action is returnable to the superior court September term.
Mary J. Morehouse and others of New York sue Frederick C. Wood Bishop William Dero and John Pickett claiming ownership of a Pine Creek land tract. Plaintiffs allege Pickett conveyed to Wood and others who took possession and ousted them. Suit seeks $200 damages and possession.
Personal mentions record Mr Frederick C Mullins returning from a two week vacation at Narragansett Pier and outline the Narragansett Pier convention of Letter Carriers with Congressman Thomas L Reilly set to address. Also sold items including brooklawn building lots, a Singer sewing machine, and a library table, plus a two family house for sale. Card of thanks from the Pistey family for floral tokens after a bereavement. Local death notices list Ava Sith Sumner of Falls Village and Tallmadge Downs Haviland with funeral details.
Thomas Connery of this city sues Liveryman Henry Carstesen for 5000 in superior court claiming injuries after a hack collided with a viaduct near Lafayette Street and Railroad Avenue. He alleges a negligent driver and permanent disfigurement ending his work at Crane Valve Co.
New Haven reports William Hanna of New Britain holds a 10 days option to purchase the New Haven baseball franchise for about $15,000. The move proposes a change in ownership and control of the local team.
A long list names notable visitors from cities across the United States and Canada including L Quinn New York A C Reiley New York A T Rose New York and more with titles such as Cc W Seamans chairman of the board New York R C Stevens New York and E T Shepard Charlotte.
Timothy Crotteny alias John Sullivan 111 High Street and William Melady alias Kelly 438 Main Street both 18 held on burglary charges. Melady also charged with theft. Arrested last night by Detectives Bray and Dooley. Held for trial until September 2 under $500 bonds as police allege multiple local burglaries.
Ansonia reports Dwight S. Russell a prominent local cafe owner died this afternoon after a two week illness. He was 66 years old.
A vintage ad promotes Dr. Kilmer’s Swamp Root as a mild herbal remedy for kidney liver and bladder issues. Claims quick relief and broad usefulness with sample bottles and pamphlet offers. Appeals to readers with testimonials and physician endorsement.
Tallmadge B. Haviland ten year old son of William T. Haviland clerk of the Superior Court died at St Vincent's Hospital after a bicycle auto collision on Fairfield avenue. The crash, blamed on mud under a railroad viaduct, caused a fatal skull fracture despite expert surgery by Dr Charles H. Peck. Tallmadge, a Maplewood school pupil, left parents a brother Paul and sister Louise.
President Wilson reads his address before a joint session, stating the need to wait for events to unfold under new circumstances and predicting moral force will break barriers of pride and prejudice with Mexico. The address is met with solemn prayers, lengthy applause, and a quick adjournment as senators and representatives depart.
About 150 members of the Bridgeport Business Men's Association and guests traveled by car to Rivercliffe for their annual outing and clambake. Cars left the railroad station at 1 pm, clam chowder was served on arrival, and an impromptu sports program led by Carl Beck followed. The tent bake was opened at 2 pm with vaudeville entertainment featuring Frank Morrell The Golden Tenor Bernie and Billy Quick the cartoonist.
George Diamond a well dressed stranger from New York is under arrest charged with stealing a watch valued at 25 from David Bressler of 150 Center Street. Bressler lent him lodging and work with shoe dealer Bernard Blumberg but Diamond pawned the watch at Peck s. Detective Hackett located him. A stray line notes a team needing to win all games to earn crowd support.
E W Dunning and J Rose named by the superior court as appraisers on the E H H Smith Silver Co property now under receiver. Henry Lee confirmed as receiver and in possession of company books. Receiver authorized to operate business beyond four months and borrow 15000 to pay Frank Miller. Four months to file claims. 129.85 paid to Hill and Boardman for Miller’s legal services. Miller did not bill. Eugene H H Smith owned 1500 shares with 452 common and 154 preferred. Company capitalized at 200097 with par 100.
About 85 silk weavers who struck for a 3 cent per yard piecework wage returned to work after a conference with Salt Textile Company president Frederick B Kip. An understanding was reached that satisfies both sides. Separate incidents followed: John Richelesky was injured by a falling packing case, fracturing his right leg, and seven year old Frank Ridig sustained a leg fracture when a rope broke on a swing at a park, both taken to hospital.
Morris Peck a peddler from 54 Colum bus place was overcome by exhaustion while carrying a bushel of potatoes into a house near Wail and Water streets this morning. He was transferred to his home in an emergency ambulance after attention by Surgeon Finnegan.
William Travers Jerome, the New York lawyer and Thaw’s nemesis, travels to Sherbrooke Canada to aid Dutchess County authorities in recapturing Harry K. Thaw after his escape from a Mattewan asylum. The report notes Jerome’s long history as Thaw’s chief fear and pursuit across recent attempts at freedom.
Sherbrooke Aug 27 Boisver, Harry K Thaw's jailer, refuses to discuss his prisoner sanity but says he wants to be rid of him. He notes Thaw is very difficult to manage, especially over meals. He warns of alleged plots to spring Thaw before trial and keeps strict guard to prevent escape.
In a dramatic hearing Judge Kept ex parte proceedings. Thaw’s attorney argued abandonment of further writ proceedings while New York state counsel urged continuation. The judge appeared to sustain Thaw’s position as the crowd rose and cheered before a 3 o clock adjournment.
B Stewart Sumner a Fairfield County bar member and prominent Mason dies after long illness. From Bridgeport family. practiced mainly in office on 129 Wall Street. He held many Masonic roles including recorder of Pyramid Temple Nobles and secretary of St Johns lodge. 32d degree Mason. Brother-in-law ties to Ferguson Peet furniture firm.
The Rev. Clarence E. Geyo aged 25 pastor of the Congre gational church in Bethlehem died at Waterbury hospital after an appendectomy performed a week earlier. A George Washington University and Yale Divinity School graduate, he was son of Mr and Mrs Frank Geyo of Danbury. While in Washington he worked in the treasury department and was active in Y M C A circles. He leaves his parents and widow. Thaw's attorneys seem to be getting valuable points on law from the versatile Harry.
Yorke Shirts are described as the best dressed option with smooth collar and shoulder fit. Available in plain or pleated negoe, pure white, stripes, and figures in black and white, blue and white, lavender and white. Sizes 14 to 17 priced at $1.00, $1.50, and $2.00.
A local retailer advertises men’s neckwear featuring silk, knitted, and velvet ties in Fal colors. Velvet ties show Oriental hues and bold stripes, knitted ties offer a wide open end, with solid colors, two tone effects, and cross stripes. Prices range from 25 cents to $1.50 at the Main Street entrance.
Trouser Sale underway with extra pairs fitted quickly. Cassimeres, blue serges, worsteds and more from regular stock, valued up to 4.00 dollars. Goods cover heavy work to dress wear with a full range of sizes priced at 1.90, 2.40 and 2.90 dollars on the main floor rear.
Hair goods specials list several price cuts on wavy and human hair switches and transformations. 20-inch wavy switches at $1.00, 24-inch at $2.00, 28 to 30-inch at $3.75, 20-inch human hair at $1.75, 24-inch at $3.00, 26 to 28-inch at $6.00, all around wavy hair $1.26, all around transformation $4.76, bathing cap fringe $0.95, La Madeleine hair color restorer $1.00. Third floor.
A department store advertises substantial discounts on dresses and suits, claiming half to two thirds off original values. Wash dresses and linens are marked down with new prices, including lines from $1.50 to $5.00 and suits formerly $20.00 to $37.50, in blues, blacks, tans and novelties. Special on second floor.
West Haven August 27 Despite a heavy rainstorm state firemen from 30 organizations gathered for the annual field day. The parade line was shortened as rain forced crews to shelter on piazzas barns and sheds. After a pause the march resumed with the Second Regiment band leading amid further downpours before finishing a two mile route to the shore.
Old Lyme August 27. Jobou BP Phillips a trolle y construction worker employed by a local company was found dead in bed this morning at Samuel Tooker s. The coroner has not yet ruled on the cause of death. Phillips was about years old and had relatives in Wertenty who have been notified.
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