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Newspaper

Bridgeport Evening Farmer

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Aug 28, 1909

Page

4

Giants Lose as Braves Break Through in League Skirmish

In a chaotic MLB slate, the Giants faltered while the Cubs and Braves pressed early, and Brooklyn and New York posted wins as Boston, Cleveland, and Philadelphia grabbed key results. Results included New York 6 to 2 Brooklyn and Philadelphia defeating Cincinnati as Mets-like headlines circulated.

National League Giants Pittsburgs Cardinals New York Butea Brooklyn Saas Biescare

Conn League Update Faces Shifts As Senators Rally

In a busy Connecticut League update the Senators press for ground with a today downing Britain New Haven climbs to third and Holyoke and Northampton trade results. Other matches include Hartford at Springfield and New Haven at Bridgeport as teams vie for position.

Connecticut Senators Downing Britain New Haven New Britain Nothampton Weterbury jon—Bpringwield Naridgepore

Slive Base Ball Tips and Pennant Hopes Today

New Haven hosts Morrow at Steeplee as Holyoke and Hartford vie in a four game series. Notes on players O Connor and Kahoe with several releases and trades shaping the teams’ 1910 prospects.

New Haven Steeplee

Nationals shut out Haverhills 3 to 0 at home

York of the Tri State bought first baseman Relsehman from Lynn of the New England league. Relsehman played for New Haven and Hartford last season. Home games next week include Waterbury Wednesday Spring id Friday Northampton Saturday. Away from home Monday Holyoke Tuesday Springfield Thursday Waterbury.

Jim Clarkin Hartford Senators Dthy Layster Pittsburg Nationals Layster Mart Lartford Outlaws Orators Outlaw Akeering Billy Dyer Holy Cross College Hartfords Clarkin Atlanta, Ga Pise Biddle Justice Holyoke York Tri-State Relsehman Lynn New Haven Hartford Waterbury Northampton Springfield

Semi-Professional Baseball Showdown At Steeplechase

Tomorrow at Steeplechase the South End semi pro team clashes with Bridgeport State league club at 3:20. The lineup features Lucia, Liggins, Smalling, Sawyer, Carter, O Day, Kelley, Buckley, Farspit with Bert Liggin primed for the spitball. Also West End Park hosts the Maniers of Brooklyn in a pro exhibition led by manager Ritchel. Batteries Davis and Brits and Coughlin and Ker. At Wheeler's Jet Sheltons meet St Charles with Keating pitching, aiming for a victory after a no hit previous meeting. Next Sunday Mohawks visit.

Jrack Bridgeport Lucia Liggins Smalling Sawyer Carter O'Day Kelley Buckley Feld Farspit Bert Liggin West End Park Maniers Brooklyn Ritchel West End Seaton Park Davis Brits Coughlin Ker Wheeler's Sheltons St.Charles Keating Shelton Stes

Boxing turmoil as Mcketrick Lewis talks stall and camp shifts

The report details Dan Mcketrick’s demand for remuneration delaying a second meeting with Lewis. Burke family fury rises as plans falter, with Peters vs Lewis promotion in doubt. Ketchel’s ex-trainer joins Jack Johnson. Cody match delays upset boxing fans and club officials.

Suilor Burke Tara Dan Mcketrick Lewis Dan Papa Burke Daniel Burkes Peters

No Rubber In New Automobile Tires

London reports a new tire called the Hubbard-Flag wheel that uses steel springs around an inner circle with an outer tread. The design promises resilience durability and safety with no rubber yet costs roughly the same as pneumatic tires minus maintenance. Autoists may welcome reduced tire expenses though the article notes the heavy cost of tires. Bramford report: Samuel Deenstein sues for damages after an auto accident near Morristownford, alleging injuries from a car collision at a residence.

London Urea Tom

The Heir to the Hoorah closes Poli's all star week

Poli's presents the western comedy drama The Heir to the Hoorah as its grand finale in a gala week. Frank Gardiner stars as Joe Lacy with Miss Montgomery and Miss Clara Vincent in key roles supported by a strong company including Salter Farien and Desmond as the closing bill of the season.

Poli’s Paul Armstrong Satomy Far West Snd Frank Gardiner Joe Lavy Polfs AU Tuls E Bey Ny Rocky Mountain Shishing Kate Brandon Salter Mr. Faren Miss Desmond Bick Malli Squaw Man

Jacksons Theatre to Stage Copperfield and Full Casts

Jacksons Theatre to present David Copperfield Monday night under Edward White with a strong local cast. Seats selling heavily as fans of Dickens flock to see Uriah Heep and Micawber brought to life alongside other classic characters. Also featuring Paid in Full with Blanca West in the lead and Rose Stahl in The Chorus Lady Labor Day performances.

David Copperfield David Copper—field Jackson's Charles Dickens Uriah Heep Lan Shaye Micawber Peggety Traddere Edward ©. White Mildred Holland Box Dickens Eugene Walter Bridgeport Mise Blanca West Rose Stahl Jackson Labor Day Matifes James Fortes

Meads of Greenwich End Cross Continent Auto Trip

Meads of Greenwich and brother A M Mead completed a cross continent auto journey in a Packard covering about 9 700 miles. They traveled from Greenwich May 19 to return home Monday after passing through Nevada Death Valley and desert routes with dog Bimbo and met Edward P Weston en route.

Wyoming Edward P. Weston San Francinco Greenwich Saattls Nevada

Consolidation and clearance sales flood downtown stores

The advertisement page lists many clearance sales across Bridgeport stores led by Laborde Co and Gelman interests, with deep discounts on fabrics, furniture, shoes, summer attire, and house goods. It promotes two weeks of drastic price reductions, urging readers to buy now for future needs and winter stock, including men’s Regal shoes and Stein-Bloch clothes.

EH. Ditton & Co Main Street Ereal N. Buckingham& Co State Street Meme Burt #& Packerd Sunshines Bmollan’s Library Corner John F. Keane Co Main and John Streets Laborde Co Gelman Kleban & Gelman National Cash Register Caan Lane's Howland’s Relus Davie & Savard Trix Davis & Savard Stein-Bloch Clothes Regal Shor Pairfield Avenue Bridgeport

Connie Mack's Mother Rescued From Deep Water Incident

Connie Mack's mother Margaret Mantilicuddy, described as active in her time, was saved yesterday as lifeguards and bathers battled strong waves on Connecticut Avenue. She was swept from shore, carried seaward, and faced a perilous struggle before lifeguards pulled her to safety and medical attention was arranged.

Atlantic City J. Aun Margaret’ Mantilicuddy Connie” Mack Teletce Jand Ba Nichterlein Connecticut Avenue Magiliicuday

Fluctuating Wall Street Waves Hit Railroads and Steel Orders

A long report details Harriman's stance on Union Pacific assets and plans, with heavy stock selling and renewed purchases as investors react. It notes large railroad loan flotations, potential $80 to $100 million stock sales by Pennsylvania, and expected funds from Vanderbilt and Gould-backed issues. Major iron and steel orders announce 16,000 tons for structural work and steel frog and switch orders, signaling a busy week for industry.

Reginald Burton Edward H. Harriman Union Pacific Railroad Company New York Stork Exchange Union Pacific Harriman Missouri Wall Street Pennsylvania Iread Iron and Steel Pennsylvania Steel Company New York, Westchester

Regulators Move to Revoke Pharmacy Liquor License

State officials allege violations of liquor law by a pharmacy and seek revocation or suspension of its liquor license. Four inspectors report breaches of sales rules and general violations, prompting action by city commissioners.

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