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Newspaper
Bridgeport Evening Farmer
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Dec 03, 1913
Page
6
New Haven, Conn. Dec. 3 Among allegations in a divorce action by Dr. Paul F. Robinson, physician, against Mrs. Jennie Sterling Robinson are that she locked him out of their house on May 30, 1907, forcing him to crawl in through the coal hole, then horse whipped him and knocked his teeth out, making him wear false teeth.
Alfred Te Duncan, president of the Franklin Insurance Company and a familiar figure in insurance circles nationwide, died early today in Philadelphia. He was 49. Duncan served as vice president of the Eastern Union of Insurance Companies and sat on the executive board of the Southern Union.
Lillian Cowles, 28, of Providence R. I., fell overboard early today from the barge Mary K at a local dock and drowned despite rescue attempts. She worked aboard the barge tied up at the New Haven dock.
Governor Baldwin appoints Commodore RE Bene dict of Greenwich as yacht ing commissioner representing Connecticut at the Panama Pacific International Exposition in San Francisco 1918. A regatta is planned in April linking exposition events with Atlantic Pacific Great Lakes and Gulf coast maritime states. Dias longs for return to Mexico and seems weary of life.
At a Bridgeport Business Men’s association dinner the Workmen’s Compensation act was explained by Judge Buckingham Judge Perry and W G Cowles emphasizing the law covers contracts after January 1 and extends to all but five or fewer workers The act replaces common law defenses and sets partial and total disability payments with mutual insurance options and state funds for dependents The discussion also covered who may opt out and how medical care is funded and limited under the new system
A wide display features Swiss handkerchiefs at 12 1-2¢, initial handkerchiefs for men and women, fancy boxed items at 25¢ to 50¢, and large puff jars with silver tops priced 50¢. Also goods like Rosaries, rhinestone barrettes, books at 50¢, 1914 calendars, toys, and silk hose from $1.25 to $3.00. Free delivery within limited area.
Marabout Feather Stores and Muffs at manufacturers prices. The article reviews workers compensation law details, including average wage calculations, four methods for employer liability insurance, and the need for solvency proof, security, mutual or stock insurance, or approved mutual agreements. It notes hearings, notices, weekly incident reporting, and costs, with offices in Hartford, Willimantic, New Haven, Waterbury, and Bridgeport. It closes with remarks by Mr. Gallup on city planning and a Business Men's association toast, plus dinner notes.
Shosuke Sato, professor and dean of Fukoku University’s agricultural college, designated as professor at American universities. A former student of agricultural economy at Johns Hopkins and in Germany from 1882 to 1886, he is noted for his international study.
Louisville, Kentucky December 8. Detective work links Professor George LaMarr to the alleged clairvoyant trust head Carlos DeAlvanders. LaMarr is jailed on a $3000 bond for obtaining money under false pretenses after swindling Estelle Taylor of over $800. A Chicago detective is due to arrive to aid identification.
Greek letter men from many colleges gathered in Boston for the 67th annual DKE convention. The three day sessions included elaborate entertainment plans by the Sigma Tau Chapter and the New England Alumni Association. An informal reception opened the gathering with a banquet scheduled for Friday evening.
Moodus dispatch reports that 0 year old David H. Chapman drowned while duck hunting at Bashan Lake near Hartford. He fell from a canoe into ten feet of water and was recovered.
A loose bolt dropped into the main turbine of the electric naval collier Jupiter as she prepared for her official trial, damaging blades and prompting a halt. The Navy plans to replace bent blades at Mare Island before another test run, though Jupiter had already surpassed speed requirements on preliminary trials.
New Haven December 3. General Manager C L Bardo announces the appointment of W S Swaim as contract agent with offices in New Haven effective December 1. Swaim has long been connected with the general manager's office. He succeeds E Van Benschoten who resigned to join another company.
An old advertisement touts Pape's Diapepsin as a fast acting remedy for indigestion. It promises relief in five minutes, neutralizes stomach sourness, and lets you eat your favorite foods without fear. The copy emphasizes quick, sure relief and a large fifty cent case available at drug stores.
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