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Newspaper
Bridgeport Evening Farmer
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Dec 15, 1916
Page
1
discussion among board members over constructing a larger East Side high school to handle about 1400 incoming freshmen next year. officials note current Lyon Terrace capacity meets demand, while west-side expansion is deemed impracticable due to prohibitive land prices.
The widow of Nathan Garon fainted six times during a county grand jury hearing held this morning. The proceeding, part of the investigation into Garon’s murder, drew a crowded audience as Sheriff Pease’s office staff assisted. Testimony progressed slowly with numerous named witnesses from across the region, including Osbhorne, Kelly, Magen, Firsch, Hoyt, and many others, as the jury weighs its findings.
Washington December 15 a bill to forbid mailing liquor advertisements to anyone except licensed dealers or agents was favorably reported by the House post office committee. It targets the mail order liquor business in dry areas and aims to curb its reach.
New York December 15. Scovill Manufacturing company Waterbury Conn. declares a special dividend of 25 percent on Anglo-French stock and an extra cash dividend of one cent in addition to regular disbursements.
A New York automobile linked to a kidnapping case crossed Stratford Saturday night. Police investigated an unidentified tall man who rode with Ida R. O Donnell and Mary Beatrice O Donnell, the missing child. The mother may be using a stage name as investigators pursue leads from Milford to Walnut Beach, with the father believed in Chicago.
In Darien 1914 killing of Margaret Fair, Judge Burpee rejects a defense demurrer by William F. Fair and Jack Deveraux. The court notes it will proceed with trial at 2 pm after a brief recess. State argues lack of exact death method harms the case. defense seeks specifics for framing a defense.
Hartford reports the public utilities commission denied Bridgeport’s petition for a permanent flagman at the Berkshire division tracks crossing Grand Street. The panel said traffic does not warrant a flagman and the crossing will be abolished with a new bridge. An earlier incident at Hall Street caused a deadly train collision after a truck and team hit the crossing.
The forecast calls for snow tonight in Connecticut with Saturday partly cloudy and colder conditions. Expect east to northeast winds turning strong and shifting to the west by Saturday, bringing a brisk weekend outlook.
Criticism of John C. Stanley’s police board regime has spurred reports he will not be reappointed when his term ends January 1. Friends push that he is too busy with American & British Co. duties to govern. Stanley challenged the idea, saying, “Go see the mayor.”
A 23 year old Bridgeport woman identified as Gertrude Pendleton disappeared from her home at 1008 F street nearly two months ago. Family in Bridgeport and friends in New York urge anyone with information to contact Samuel Pendleton, 283 Cannon Street, harness maker, amid concerns for her mental state and possible amnesia after a New Haven hospital posting.
Lieut James Walker was assigned by Judge Frank Wilder to secure the enlistment of 34 year old Boston man Charles Ellis who stole a package of felt hats from Adams Express Co If Walker fails Ellis faces 10 days in jail Ellis said in court he would enlist if freed MINISTRY BILL PASSES House of Commons passes third reading making it unnecessary for new ministers already in Commons to seek reelection
Meriden December 15 Chester Brazy and Joseph Michaelski both 11 were charged in city court with robbing E. T. Sills store of rolls air rifles and toys. They admitted entering three times at night through a rear window to take part of the Christmas display and were ordered committed to the state school for boys.
Creditors flock to the fore as Sheriff Abraham Levy attaches Halliday and family property for a $200 claim spanning Howland Dry Goods Mitchell Dairy and related debts. Items seized include a piano, roll top desk, book cases with law books, nails and lead pipe amid reports of theft, storage, and a Boston departure. Local banks show no Halliday cash.
The first real snowstorm of the season disrupts Bridgeport traffic as horses slip and fall across streets. An elderly woman on John Street suffered a compound wrist fracture and was hospitalized after a slip. Sheriff Howell logged 26 horse falls between 6 and 9 am. Bridges on East Washington avenue and Yellow Mill became stuck, causing daylong traffic delays despite sand carts aiding relief.
Governor Arthur Capper of Kansas told the Conference of Governorates that America must lead efforts for universal peace to prevent future wars from disturbing the world. The call frames a duty for national leadership in postwar security and diplomacy.
The probate court hearing on Harriet C. White’s petition to appoint a conservator for her mother Sarah B. Candee was indefinitely postponed. Mrs. White may withdraw the petition. Candee resides with her son-in-law Frederik Stevens and daughter in New Haven, amid family disputes over care and residence. Judge Miller awaited a fair date. Judge Pullman represents Candee and Stevens.
Frank W. Klein of 1280 Pembroke street faced non support charges after stating he would not live with his wife Bertha of 738 Main street. Testimony showed he previously sent $5 and $1400 two years ago, seeking to escape marital obligations while recounting wartime exploits in Hungary. Judge Wilder ordered $5 weekly support and a $150 bond. Klein posted the bond and left, vowing to return to Hungary.
Assistant Prosecutor E Earle Garlick summoned six Bridgeport Post staff to his office to question them about gambling at a premises on Elm Street. The inquiries aimed to compile evidence for prosecuting William Smith as the gambling house owner, with the city court hearing slated for next Wednesday.
Walter Pedan of 66 Lexington Avenue died at Bridgeport Hospital after a fight over a woman left him wounded. Thomas Jones, colored and crippled, is charged with stabbing and was arrested the day of the incident about three weeks ago. Jones claims self defense. Coroner Phelan to hold an investigation.
Reports from Berlin Copenhagen and Washington outline a potential Christmas proclamation from the Pope to belligerents and Hungarian moves urging peace terms. President Wilson waits for Lloyd George speech before deciding on formal steps while diplomats keep close tabs on pr and policy.
London dated December 15 reports Greece has accepted the ultimatum from the Entente. Berlin dispatches note Russians retreating in Romania with villages burned and Buzeu captured. In two days 4000 more prisoners taken. Bulgarian forces cross the Danube near Furesti. Verdun front: French attacks to retake trenches, repulsed east of the Meuse.
A jury found Timothy Loughlin, Greenwich coal dealer, guilty of selling short weight after a two ton load was intercepted. Judge Walsh withheld sentence to hear next Friday on a motion to set aside the verdict. Loughlin, fined $100, appealed citing reduced staff and unintentional error.
George 8S. Beers a 19 year old resident was sentenced to the state reformatory by Judge Burpee after pleading guilty to breaking into 8 H. Peel's garage and stealing an automobile. Beers and Carl H. Parker reportedly drove the car before smashing it. Parker had not yet been arrested.
Kurdat Burderig, a jitney operator at 81 White Street, was fined $50 and costs by Judge Frank Wilder after a finding of an aggravated case of reckless driving. Burderig posted $150 bond on appeal. The collision occurred last Saturday near State Street and Park Avenue when the jitney tipped after hurried braking to avoid a motor vehicle. Passengers were shaken but uninjured.
London December 15 entente powers decide to grant safe conduct to Count Tarnowski von Tarnow Austro-Hungarian Ambassador to the United States The foreign office says the decision follows representations by the American government The American Ambassador Walter H Page has been notified London December 15 Premier Lloyd George is much better and hopes to attend the House on Tuesday
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