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Newspaper
Bridgeport Evening Farmer
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Dec 08, 1915
Page
9
At a noon meeting the Ridsepart High School senior class voted 94 to 40 to stage two modern presentations for its annual play. Faculty members had previously faced jokes and debates after a six loge battle during which they took sides.
Walter Bishop Josten was noted with an overcoat. Richard M. Madden is listed with an overcoat and suit. Frank Sisson appears with a suit.
Telegram style notices report the West National Bank of Clyde ton North Dakota ordered closed by the Comptroller. A funeral notice details the passing of George J. Hinxgerty with services in New Haven and interment at St Michaels cemetery. Also brief classifieds seek a teen boy, kitchen help, general housework, and a druggist position. Express thanks for kindness after a bereavement for Patrick Marron and son.
In a page one continuation, Patta and his wife endured repeated separations and abuse. He followed her to Atlanta after years apart, entered her boarding house, and damaged the room during a confrontation. They reconciled briefly but quarrelled again. He attempted to secure a divorce payoff plan, but she refused. He sought police involvement and awaits further court action with potential bail.
The funeral for Emma F. Barrett widow of Edward P. Coomes took place at 2 30 PM from her daughter Mrs George Heisler’s home at 49 Baldwin Street with Rev John P Wagner officiating. Interment was in Lakeview Cemetery. Hubert J Hulton of 720 Howard Avenue an area resident and meat dealer died last night at St Vincent’s after a brief illness. He leaves his widow five children two sisters and is to be buried from his daughter Mrs Carroll’s home at 47 Colorado Avenue.
Danbury couple faces a run of dire misfortune after moving to Bridgeport. Mrs. Lee loses a tenement, both workers are laid off, and a $10 bill and valuables vanish from a journeying bag. The string of setbacks ends with a report to local police.
The civil superior court session for the Budlong divorce trial adjourned until tomorrow morning due to Judge Case's daughter’s Hartford wedding. Testimony is expected to finish by tomorrow afternoon. Assistant Manager Hubert A. Budlong’s case includes co respondent Louis David, former Grand Rapids Furniture manager, with Mrs Budlong named by her as co respondent. Witnesses described Budlong as kind, while private detectives questioned Budlong’s wife at the Fairview Avenue home.
Luther Wright of Norwalk sues Charles Williams for 500 dollars claiming an automobile purchased from Williams was unsatisfactory. Williams counters with 600 dollars. The damage suit was tried before Acting Judge Wilder with a jury in the civil common pleas court and resumed after the noon recess.
Engin Co and Bridgeport Engine Company officials met with George Wen of the International Association of Machinists today. Reports say discussions on strike conditions showed progress and a satisfactory adjustment is expected soon by both sides.
Howland's entrances at Main Street Fairfield Avenue and Cannon Street are noted. The Weather forecast predicts rain and snow to arrive tonight and continue through Thursday.
A progressive holiday bookshop offers broad appeal with popular titles for all ages. Featured selections include legends and deeds from Serbia and Holland, Rhine tales, Belgian galleries, Japanese prints, American composers, Kipling poems, Ramona, Longfellow, and Providence of poetry, plus childrens picture books. Main floor displays showcase diverse works in cloth gilt, leather, and gift editions priced from $1.15 to $3.75.
A houseware catalog blurb highlights rich copper and nickel utensils for the dining table. It lists chafing dishes, coffee making items, electric grill stoves, toasters, casseroles, sandwich trays, cheese on crackers dishes, eye sets, tea kettles, coffee pots, crumb trays, coaster sets, and trays with prices from small coins up to three dollars, noting Fourth floor availability.
The item describes calendars as more than simple timekeepers, adding beauty to desks and libraries and carrying messages of hope. Diaries are promoted as excellent companions to calendars for recalling future engagements, with a range from small to large formats priced 12c to 25c to $2.50, available on the main floor.
Louis Williams of 584 Iranistan avenue surrendered to police in a bank robbery case involving David Silbar of 47 Sumner street and is held for trial in city court tomorrow on $1,000 bond. He denies the charge. County officials said remonstrance hearings for Hotel Atlas likely postponed to next month due to busy docket and pending NM licenses. The Pastors’ association remonstrance has not yet been filed.
A vintage catalog-style display promotes early Christmas shopping with a focus on affordable jewelry and accessories. It features watches with 7-jeweled movements, gold filled cases, chains, charms, cuff links, pins, brooches, cameos, bracelets, pearl neck-chains, and scarfs. Also highlights felt slippers, boudoir mules, and a range of men’s and boys wardrobe items including bathrobes, raincoats, and double-service suits. Prices span from $0.50 to $11.50, with emphasis on value and enduring gifts.
The International Conference executive committee on durable peace will meet in Bern on December 14. Americans expected include Prof. Battern who has arrived in England. Madrid reports King Alfonso consulted with chamber leaders about cabinet changes following the late Data cabinet. A fire incident in Hawthorne Street injures Lane, 22, of 204 Partia, burned by pitch while on the roof. he is taken to Bidteepor.
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