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Newspaper
Bridgeport Evening Farmer
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Dec 02, 1915
Page
10
Clear out sale of fall hats with trimmed and untrimmed styles. Prices slashed on fashionable fall hats suitable for early winter wear. Large assortment of models offered at substantial savings as the store clears stock for newer designs.
Stratford December 2 The Get Together meeting of Christchurch parish men at Grange hall drew over 100 attendees and a hot roast beef dinner served by the guild. Rev "Pastoral Parson" urged practical Christianity for today and steps were taken to form a Men's club. Choir director George Shelton led the singing as Stratford and nearby towns join in Salvation Army events with Col Miles to speak at the Congregational church.
South Norwalk December 2 Mrs Mary Pauldvitch aged 45 of this city died after swallowing poison. She was described as despondent and irresponsible due to prolonged ill health. She leaves a husband and six children.
Snow flurries are expected this afternoon and generally tonight across Connecticut, with frigid seasonally low temperatures in the southwestern districts. The forecast notes light accumulation and continued cold conditions as winter weather remains in effect.
An old classified style pitch touts PRESTO KILLER as a 25 cent remedy to kill bed bugs and drive away roomers. It claims the product rids the house of the pest and notes people prefer to leave rather than stay over.
Law actions in St Louis seek to split the Central Pacific railway from the Southern Pacific. Government counsel Boward F. McClennan of Boston resumes argument before three federal circuit judges acting as Utah district court. Garrett W. Kennerner of San Francisco to present railways’ defense. Government brief to be filed after submissions. SP attorneys to mail their brief from New York by December 1.
Gilbert Wilson, noted bass soloist, is engaged for the Oratorio concert at the armory next Tuesday evening. He has studied with leading voice instructors, joined Century Opera Co in 1514, and is praised for a smooth full voice and strong diction. He previously appeared in Elijah in Bridgeport to high acclaim. He will perform as bass soloist in Samson and Delilah, likely repeating prior triumphs in this city.
Chicago December reports from physicians say Miss Jane Addams head of Hull House remains not alarmed after hospitalization. She rests comfortably and it will be several days before a decision on possible surgery is made.
In a ruling by Judge Case, a Scranton woman loses a compensation claim for her father’s death, holding that after marriage she is no longer his dependent daughter. Mrs Bertha L Blanton sought benefits after John H Garner was killed at Wheeler & Howes coal yard last July.
Gary Ind Dec 2 Two men and a woman were smothered to death when their automobile overturned in the West Gary marsh and sank them in mud. The victims were Mrs Anna Adkins 25 of Hammond M H Goodrode 38 of Chicago and Jack Thompson 45 of Needles Cal An unidentified man was seen in the car and may also have died. Fire department extricated the bodies after a pedestrian found the tail light in the mud.
Redding reports road work by B B Banks under a new contract, with a $5,000 annual bond for the contractor. The town’s road commission will decide if a surety from a bonding company is preferable. Meanwhile, funds and support grow for a Center fire engine, Georgetown school progress, and several local community updates including church calls, town clerks, and real estate moves.
At last night’s fire commissioners meeting the board discussed a possible new 25 000 fire alarm system and rejected American District Telegraph & Messenger Co request for an extension. City Attorney Comley told theatres over 1 000 capacity must install fire boxes connected by the city. The board resented Gamewell Fire Alarm Telegraph Co price increases. Chairman Leonard reported progress on a double platoon system.
Danderine promises immediate improvement in hair health, reducing dandruff and shedding. It claims rapid sheen, softness, and new growth after weeks of use, urging readers to moisten a cloth and work through strands for best results.
Hon James C Cropsey district attorney of Brooklyn and former police commissioner will speak on Surprising Experiences at a mass meeting for the men of the city at the People’s church Laurel and Park avenues next Tuesday night Dec 7 at 8 o’clock under the auspices of the Men’s club A special invitation has been sent to Supt Birmingham and all off duty police officers to attend The board of police commissioners is invited Mayor Wilson will introduce the district attorney Cropsey is known in the east for his public work in Greater New York and his role in recent notable cases He is a leading Brooklyn churchman and club member with an interest in men’s work for men
Pittsburgh December 2 faculties of the University of Pittsburgh and the Carnegie Institute of Technology refused to officially sanction Henry Ford's peace trip. They said no student from either institution would be designated to accompany him, though Ford could invite Moran of Schenectady or Gow of Pittsburgh. The invitation would be handled by student class officers.
Norwich report says Martin Monsess was found guilty of violating excise laws for selling liquor from his Voluntown kitchen bar. He was fined 175 dollars plus costs after a hearing before a Jewett City justice of the peace. State Police testified they found 300 to 400 beer bottles and several gallons of hard liquor with several men drinking there the day before Thanksgiving.
The Conley estate property at 4368 Main street and 234 Railroad court, once a lodging house, was sold yesterday by Emma C. Con ley conservatrix of Dennis J. Conley’s estate to Rob Ibert Granat of Lancaster, Pa. Purchasers plan to keep the building for speculation. Attorney Alexander DeLaney represented the estate. Benjamin H. Gordon and broker H. C. Bentley handled the deal.
Shoppers can choose Gloria silk and silk taffeta umbrellas for men and women in plain and fancy handles. Available in black and colored silk with new shapes. Prices range from 1.00 to 3.00.
Charleston report outlines Western Maryland railroad asking the public service commission to approve a straight three-cent fare in West Virginia. The company presented evidence showing for each dollar of fare it costs $1.05 to transport a passenger, and the commission continued reviewing books and documents.
Vienna newspapers quoted by Overseas News Agency say the German Emperor’s visit to the city showed no special motive for the meeting between the two monarchs. The encounter was described as simple cordiality, not theatrical. Also note D J Buckley and Elizabeth Corbett Buckley honeymooning in Washington visiting Treasury vaults and the White House during Thanksgiving week.
General stock selling led by U S Steel down 3 4 to 85 3 8 amid large offerings. War class Specialties and copper groups declined. New Haven and Erie fell heavy while New York Central and Reading edged up slightly. Noon rally faded as a banker warned war orders may retreat. Consolidated Manufacturing of Toledo said it will discontinue bicycle production per shrapnel orders.
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