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Newspaper
Bridgeport Evening Farmer
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Dec 11, 1916
Page
1
Washington reports indicate complete information on the Marina sinking showing a clear violation of Germany pledges. Full Arabia details will be reviewed before the next step, likely a new note to clarify Germany's pledges in the Sussex case and armed ships.
A Bridgeport committee may not present a full plan for teacher salary increases this evening but will urge the board of education to consider a rise based on Supt Samuel J. Slawson's recommendation. The group, led by Havens Webster and Bishop, expects increases to begin in the next fiscal year as part of the annual requisition. The meeting also faces protests from the Bridgeport District Council of Jewish Women over sectarian music and readings in schools, potentially halting Christmas carols and readings.
A petition seeks the appointment of a social master to hear the removal of John C. Chamberlain as trustee of the bankruptcy estate Burr y and Knapp. Spotswood D. Bowers and John S. Pullman ask for early hearing. Judge Thomas could announce a decision within days. Referee John W. Banks reportedly may decline to serve. potential Hartford or New Haven counsel is expected.
Washington reports the Supreme Court today dismissed appeals from New York federal rulings granting immunity to John L. Billard William Skinner and James S. Elton in the New Haven railroad prosecution. The government, stating they testified in the interstate commerce commission probe, expects no further prosecutions. The court also enforced a New York ruling annulling a Long Sault Development company power project permit. It upheld Minerals Separation Ltd patent on flotation concentrating and issued an infringement injunction against James M. Hyde.
London dispatch reports Premier Lloyd George ill with a severe chill and indoors. Andrew Bonar Law and non returning ministers went to Buckingham Palace to receive seals of office, while re-elected ministers and others will occupy duties without formal Commons appearance. Policy statement may be postponed until Thursday with talks on shipping, mines, food and manpower.
Lake Torpedo Boat Co directors authorize a third machine shop a second naval storehouse and major dock additions at its East End yard to handle six coast defense submarines and an 800 ton vessel. The project expands waterfront to 30 acres with dredging widening a channel 40 feet deep. External merchant work is paused awaiting government orders.
Dec 11 Sandy Hook residents flee as flames gut four buildings, including Thrall restaurant, Kilbride dwelling, Foresters' hall, and Pitzchler barber shop. A brisk wind drives back the fire after firefighters arrived without hydrants and bucket brigades fail. About 20,000 in losses, 3 families left destitute, insurance covers one quarter. International Health Board members return to New York aboard the steamship Vasari after a study mission to Latin America.
The forecast indicates increasing cloudiness and warmer temperatures tonight, with Tuesday likely to bring rain or showers. Local conditions suggest a unsettled pattern with a chance of showers tomorrow.
Reports from Petrograd relay a Romanian rear-guard stand east of Ploeşti in eastern Wallachia. The retreating Romanian army reportedly drove Teutonic forces back several kilometres while allegedly annihilating two opposing squadrons. Paris says Germans lose four aircraft and Berlin notes intensified artillery duels along the Somme and at Verdun and Champagne fronts.
Federal probes into the high cost of living begin with a grand jury look at the coal business in New York and will spread to Chicago Detroit Toledo and Cincinnati. Officials say no anthracite shortage justifies high prices while remedies are sought by Whitman Mitchell and Perkins. Chicago hearings address food costs with the National Retail Grocers Association and the state utilities panel considering limits on cold storage.
London reports from Athens say a revolution has broken out in the Cyclades. The Hydra battleship, allied controlled, intercepted wireless messages from King Constantine to Berlin. Entente notes prep a first demand including demobilization and control of posts telegraph and railways. Venizelist prisoners to be released. many allied nationals evacuating Athens.
William Bohsung 21 of 222 Franklin Street drove a new tire to a stalled vehicle on Capitol avenue when his car struck a six inch raised stone and toppled, burying him beneath. A fellow employee freed him, and he was taken to 1301 Capitol avenue and then to St Vincent's hospital with a fractured left shoulder and facial and body injuries.
Walter Pedam, a 68 year old resident of Lexington Avenue, lies critically injured at Bridgeport Hospital after being stabbed by Thomas Jones two weeks ago in a case police say stemmed from jealousy over a woman. Police note authorities hold Jones, who walked away calmly, as the stabbing suspect.
Announcement of the purchase of a block of six brick and stone buildings on the south side of Washington Avenue between West and Park avenues with a garage and rear right of way formerly owned by the Charles H. Hawley estate. The new possessors are Dr. Maurice S. Rosen, Joseph G. and Charles M. Shapiro, who plan early improvements and possibly a large apartment house. Purchase price not public. assessed value of six buildings is 47500. Dr. Kasen and associates have been active buyers in Hastland. Lawrence, Mass., Dec. So ae Champion International Co. today announced a 10 percent wage increase benefiting 500 to 600 employees.
The Supreme Court set January 8 for arguments on the constitutionality of the Adamson eight hour law with decision expected within weeks. Government counsel includes Solicitor General Davis and E Underwood. railroad interests are represented by Hines and Killer. A stipulation suspends litigation, requiring railroads to keep wage accounts to pay employees if the law stands.
William A. Halliday lying in St Vincent's hospital was served with a warrant by Detective Frank M. Holbrook charging him with assault with intent to kill his business partner Francis Romero at Halliday's home. Halliday, wounded from three bullets, is recovering as officers guard his bedside while prosecutors prep arraignment and a broader review of his financial dealings continues.
A bitter custody clash over 15 year old Zela Sprung pits Mrs. Har ry Sprung against the mother and her allies. The English subject was to sail to England when she vanished from a New York home with alleged involvement by Fred Reucco. The case prompts calls to the British consul as police pursue leads and habeas corpus questions.
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