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Newspaper
Bridgeport Evening Farmer
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Dec 01, 1913
Page
6
Chicago dispatch reports an armed bandit bound and gagged the Shore & Michigan Southern Railroad agent at a suburban station and escaped with $700 of the company funds. The robbery occurred as hundreds of commuters gathered to board trains shortly after a crowd had entered a train for the business district.
Fire swept the Devoe Tin Can Company plant at Hunter's Point South, causing about 150000 dollars in loss. The factory, maker for the Standard Company, was hit by an explosion as workers reported for their shift.
St Paul housewives joined the national boycott today. Mrs. W. D. Court, president of the local National Housewives' League, announced more than 2,000 women in St Paul have joined and several thousand more are expected to support within two days in the movement.
Washington dispatch reports Secretary Lane seeks approval to transfer Franklin BR Reid to direct the Indian Service with a $3600 yearly salary. In New York a small fire at St Phillip s Home for Boys on Broome Street forces forty eight evacuees to leave the building.
Mrs Ida M French, daughter of former American consul general Robert J Wynne, was granted a divorce from Captain Hugh Donald French of the Yorkshire Regiment on grounds of infidelity and cruelty. Custody of their child awarded to Mrs French under court-ordered access. She testified to repeated beatings and harsh treatment for refusing to entertain his guests at dawn. allegations of infidelity linked to Canadian chorus girl Marie Celeste Beach.
Washington on December 1 reports engineers will remove an entire hillside at Cucaracha to stop earth slides into the Panama Canal Culebra Cut. Dredges work from the north and south cutting a channel while water jets under high pressure wash material into a nearby deep valley.
Boston case shows argument appeal by former Connecticut Governor Morgan G. Bulkeley and other NYNH&H stockholders from the public service commission ruling authorizing issuing 67552 convertible debenture bonds delayed in Supreme Court due to printers' delays. The court will likely set a new date later in the week.
George B. Finch longtime foreman in the record department of the American Graphophone Company died at his home 221 Colorado Avenue on Saturday night after a prolonged illness. He was 49 and survived by a widow and one sister Mrs William OBrien. An active member of the Elks Fraternal Order of Eagles and Woodmen of the World, he was widely respected in the West End for integrity fairness and jovial nature.
Victor Grayson former British socialist urged Workingmen to arm themselves and be prepared to shoot if necessary during strikes. He warned that capitalists deploy militia and police to suppress workers, and stressed defenders must be ready when strikes succeed.
Hartford December 1 Frederick Allen charged with stealing a horse and buggy owned by Street Commissioner Henry Atwood waived examination and was bound over to the criminal court on $1,000 bond. George Telesca of Waterbury aged 16 bound over on $500 bond for burglary. Telesca reputedly entered a Hartford grocery store in October. G H Tieman reported his car horn bulb stolen on Koessuth Street and Berkshire Avenues last night.
Splendid values on cloth sport coats and long coats with discounts from $4.98 to $12.48. Raincoats offered as guaranteed items priced from $2.98 to $12, reflecting marked-down retail values between $18 and $35.
Washington dec 1 congress begins the second stage of the longest continuous session in history as the house and senate resume work. The currency bill and large appropriation measures dominate early actions with talks of long hours and a joint session address by president wilson tomorrow afternoon.
President Wilson will not take a ten day vacation during Christmas unless Congress recesses. Democratic Senate leaders refuse a recess before Christmas unless the currency bill passes. The President approved the stance, stating he would remain in Washington while Congress is in session. The extra session ended with a few bills and resolutions and an executive session to confirm nominations.
Philadelphia December 1 a garment worker on his way to work was shot by an unidentified man firing from a taxi window. The wounded man, Harry Skulnick, is believed fatally hurt. Two suspects with alleged New York addresses were arrested amid the ongoing garment workers strike since last summer.
A chimney fire at Harry Taylor's, 117 Wall Street, shortly after 1 PM yesterday caused extensive damage. Fire crews from Chemical Co. 1 responded to a still alarm and tore away a portion of the woodwork to control the blaze.
Esther Vachai of 177 Spruce Street suffered a fractured shoulder blade and numerous lacerations when she fell from a trolley at State Street and Myrtle Avenue Saturday afternoon. She was taken to St. Vincent's Hospital.
Washington will see an army of temperance soldiers ten thousand strong march on December 10 to press for a constitutional amendment establishing nationwide prohibition.
A local ads note a fashion sale featuring Fall custom suits from East Side and West End brands. Breos BOE appears in the listing with pricing and contact details for buyers.
New Haven reports Connecticut recorded 74 violent deaths in November, up from 69 in October. Of these, 60 were accidental deaths, 12 were personal crisis reports, and 2 were homicides. Accidents included 15 falls, 9 railroad, 7 drowning, 4 gas, 6 automobile, 4 crushing, 3 poisonings, 3 burns, 2 runaway, 2 trolley, and single cases of shooting and swallowing a tay balloon.
Washington December 1 The Supreme Court today ruled that mining corporations must pay the corporation tax imposed by the Payne Aldrich tariff act. The decision clarifies tax obligations for mining firms under the act.
Chicago women gathered at city hall for fitness examinations to join the police department. With only ten positions available now, officials anticipate more openings in the future as the process continues.
Nineteen reasons why Bessie Wakefield should not be hanged on March 4 and why she should have a new trial were filed today. Attorney Devine and Arnon Aaling, state attorney, will argue the bill of exceptions at the January term of the supreme court in Hartford or New Haven.
Paterson New Jersey December 1 The prospect of a silk mill strike loomed as 6000 ribbon weavers planned to shift the workday from ten to five hours without wage cuts. About 75 percent would strike if the change or a wage reduction was allowed, while dyers and broad silk weavers remained unaffected.
New Haven reports municipal elections in Willimantic Rockville and Putnam with full city tickets. Willimantic features four tickets led by Mayor Dunne Democrats and opponents Gaylord Barstow Wilcox. Rockville has Republican Tracy Noble and Democrat Frederick Cooley tickets. Putnam favors unopposed Mayor Macdonald with alderman-at-large contest. Poll times vary from 4 to 5 pm. Willimantic opened at 5 pm and will close at 4.
Constantinople Dec 1 The Turkish government sent written apologies to Russia for the arrest of Kavakli Mustapha on a Russian steamer. He was sentenced to death for the assassination of Shefket Pasha but died in prison, possibly by his own hand. Azim Bey, ex prefect of police, is dismissed after Kavakli’s arrest and Russia’s push for an autopsy.
New York police believe Barrego, father of Latella’s eleven year old stepson, may be in the country after Latella was found murdered with an axe in his East 114th Street room. Latella had exploited women for years, sending Romelia Latella to earn money for him, and a letter from Romelia hints at plans to widen his traffic.
President Wilson will renominate Henry M Pindell of Peoria for ambassador to Russia after his previous confirmation bid failed in the extra session. He also plans to renominate all other appointees who did not secure confirmation.
Time it in five minutes with Pape's Diapepsin for indigestion and stomach misery. It calms heartburn belching sourness or acid, bloating and headaches, letting you eat what you like without fear. A half dollar bottle is advised for home use and family resilience against upset stomachs.
An advertising feature lists marabout stores with prices on muffs and a wide range of fabrics and furnishings. Items include capes, muffs, kimona flannels, outing flannels, duckling fleece, melton velour, mercerized foulard, silk stripe poplin, beauty cloth, robe cloth, brocaded crepe, Madras, scrims, mercerized scrims, white Swiss, ready to hang curtains, and rugs. Prices span from 12 1/2 cents to several dollars, with holiday specials and new line highlights.
Seven upstate contractors faced subpoenas to appear before the grand jury in New York to discuss alleged graft linked to highway contracts. John Consalus of Troy was named among those summoned as the John Doe inquiry, led by District Attorney Whitman, continued later today. Also expected were Mitchell May and Jose Pidgeon to identify campaign contributions filed in the secretary of state's office. Consalus reportedly took money from contractors and offered to testify per graft investigator John A. Hennessy.
Rome announces Rev. Henry Althoff of St. Barbara's Church Okanville Washington County Illinois is named bishop of the Belleville Illinois diocese succeeding the late Bishop John Jansen who died July 2 1913. Appointment came on the recommendation of Cardinal De Lat.
NEW JAPANESE CRUISER Kirishima is launched at Nagasaki with a grand naval ceremony. The 12,500 ton vessel features turbine engines, 28 knot speed, and heavy armament including 14 inch and 16 inch guns plus eight torpedo tubes, reflecting Japan's naval modernization.
Five drivers were halted by Connecticut Humane Society Agent Alexander Howell for using horses to remove ashes on a Sunday. He argues the old statutes prohibit seven-day work for animals and warned prosecutions if the practice continues. In Rome five people died and fifteen were injured at Caceano station when the Rome Naples Express crashed into a stationary freight train on the wrong track.
Washington proposes jail terms only and no fines for Sherman law violations. An amendment by Representative Henry would outlaw price fixing and trade restraints, with exemptions for non profit and agricultural producer groups. Also included are shopping notices and a public auction for the late Robert W. Curtis’s household goods at 1741 Main Street Stratford, eight rooms of furniture, no reserve, departure from Hard's corner. City Sheriff Richard Brown confirmed this morning's court session.
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