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Newspaper

Bridgeport Evening Farmer

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Dec 19, 1912

Page

9

State Highways To Be Improved In Warren Area

State highways entering Achireport will be upgraded after a conference with Warren city officials. Highway Commissioner Mardanuli reviewed Gemate routes with Mayor Bison and Public Works Director Courtade. Planned work targets North Main Street from Noble Avenue to the Trumbull line and Muirfield Avenue from Ash Creek to Noble Avenue, plus northerly segments from Barnum Avenues and Connecticut Avenue to Stretford Avenue.

Achireport Sialu Mardanuli Bison Public Works J. A. Courtad Mr. Courtade North Main Street Noble Avenue Trumbull Line Muirfield Avenue Ash Creek Barnum Connecticut Ave Stretford Avenue Ality Lo

Man Dies After Coal Load Tragedy in Memphis

Adam Botsier died after being buried under a coal load in Memphis on December 13. He and partner Gay fought the entire police department while 19,000 people watched, with an officer firing a mock bullet during the confrontation.

Memphia ‘Tonn Adam Botsier Aree Fred Smithy Gay

GASE AGAINST BOY SLAYER HICKEY UP TO DEFENSE

Buffalo December 19. The defense will rest largely on testimony suggesting Hickey was insane at the time of the murder. The prosecution plans to bring expert witnesses in rebuttal, and the main trial battle may not start until next week.

Buffalo Meee J. Frank Allenters Hickey

Wilson and Condon Obituaries Note Funeral Details

In this city December Usth 1923 at his home 309 Benue rank MM Wil en husband of Julia L. Tia the ODE ehsity Dec 18 Beane Keee Dermody son a and the late George H. ends are invited attend funeral in the residence of a mother 1486 Broad Street Saturday Dec 21 at 2 20 am and from St Augustine's church at 2 Interment at St Michael's fete city Thursday Margeret Shanley Dec Siet ary and from Saint Patrick's church sak 3 a g lock Informant Michaels T19 In this city Dec 17 1913 Z aon of Michael and the lay Margeret Condon awed 15 yr Friends are Invited to attend the fei from the residence of Law Ihterment at Bt Michael's ceme P T 18 b

Pimp. Wilson Benue Rank MM. Wilen Julia L. Tia Beane Keee Dermody George H. Ends Broad Street St Augustine’s Church St. Michael's Fete Thureday Margearet Shanley Saint Patrick’s Church Michael Margeret Condon Law Bt Michael's

Police fear outbreak at strike in Oak Street factory

Fears of serious trouble after plans to import fifty strikebreakers from New York led Superintendent Birmingham to send a six-man extra squad to guard the Edwards company plant at Oak and George streets. Picket lines numbered 125. eighteen girls dismissed on a declared Jewish holiday. union officials Samuel Martin and William Bancan conferred with strikers amid tension and meals prepared for 109 workers.

New York Edwards Company Oak George Etreats Birmingham Ar-K Newpark Samuel Martin Cutters William Bancan Ladies’ Garment Makers’ Union

Peace Envoys Adjourn After 50 Minute Session

London December 19 peace delegates from Turkey and the Balkan allies met at St James Palace for 50 minutes and adjourned until 4 pm Saturday. They paused to allow Balkan representatives to consult their governments on a Turkish demand that the Ottoman government be allowed to revictualize Adrianople.

London Turkey Balkan Alles St James’ Palace Balkan Adrianople

Morgan's Millions and the price of control

In a discussion on power and wealth Morgan argues that true control is personal and cannot be bought. He concedes some men abuse financial power, but maintains that lasting control remains a personal attribute rather than a monetary asset.

Lee Qeepe Christendom Morgan

Settle suit against Durbar picture owners

Harry C. Young files suit saying promoters froze him out as Durbar Hinemacolor pictures shown in the state. Abel C. Adams and Frank J. Stone named defendants. Deputy Sheriff attaches 181 dollars at Park Theatre. There is a can accounting of the credits.

Durbar Hinemacolor Harry C. Young Abel C. Adams Frank J. Stone Wieler Park Theatre

Obituary Brief for George Henry Ilinees Dermody

George Henry Dermody, son of Margaret and the late George, died last evening at his mother’s home 1185 Broad Street. He worked in the city engineer’s office for some time and had many friends. The notice mentions his brothers Peters and Harold C. and others among the family.

George Henry Margaret George Dermody Broad Street City Engineer's Office Ero Peters Harold C

Reverend Dunne Buried in Native Derby Town

Willimantic December 19 funeral services for Rev Thomas Dunne pastor of St Josephs Roman Catholic Church who died suddenly of heart disease were held at the church with a solemn high mass Rev Richard Shortell of Fidgefcla celebrated and the body was taken to Derby for burial The deceased for many years was a curate at St Marys church Bridgeport

Books and Gifts for Christmas at Jackson's Book Shop

A readable fragment advertises a wide range of prices for books and office supplies at Jackson's Book Shop. Fountain pens from Parker and Moor, waste baskets, prayer books, rosaries, frass goods, and candle sticks are listed. The note mentions sending Christmas cards and Christmastime designs for the continents this year.

Jackson Alain Sythe Esper Atermin Parker and Moor

Murder Trial Details Highlight Noted Witnesses

The article continues coverage of a murder case with testimony from key figures including Lugi Celone and driver William P. Hall. Hall described guiding the five to the scene and aiding rapid subsequent arrests, while Celone linked Ricco and a Capone associate to the crime.

Barnes Motti Luigi Celone Derby Ricco Capone Bicco Teller New Haven Celone William P. Hall Hall Holbrook Hal- Din Water Street Jimmy Lewis Glennon Attorney Cullinan

Body washed ashore at Redondo Beach identified man

A body found on Redondo Beach is believed to be Winchester T. Lawrence, the newspaper man who rode with aviator Horace Kearney on his hydroplane flight last Saturday. Authorities compare features and await positive identification.

Redondo Beach Cal Winchester T. Lawrence Lawrence Horace Kearney

Weather Indications and Local Interludes in New Haven

Forecasts show fair and colder conditions for New Haven with tonight’s low, followed by fair skies and stronger west winds on Friday. In Hartford, the governor’s footguard is ordered to report January 8 for inaugural ceremonies. In Middletown, a man posing as a friend of President Shanklin passed a $24.50 worthless check at an auto dealer. Girl wanted read the farmer want ads.

New Haven Hartford Mmddletown Shanklin Wesleyan Thomas Stanton

Railroad Jury Probe Expands to Boston & Maine Involvement

The federal grand jury probing New England transportation monopoly by the New Haven railroad widened its inquiry to include Boston & Maine. Witnesses today included Daniel O. Ives of the Boston Chamber of Commerce, Berry of Boston & Maine, and Crandall of the New Haven. Ralph Borino loses bid to restore citizenship rights after a fine, with judge ruling conviction forfeits elector privileges.

New York Federal Grand Jury New England New Haven Railroad Boston & Maine New Haven Hugh Ban‘croft Port of Boston New Hae Daniel 0. Ives Boston Chamber of Commerce Berry Benjamin Crandall Ralph T. Borino Holcomb Superior Court Borino

Weather Forecast for December 19 1912

The weather report notes a cold spell with colder conditions tonight and tomorrow.

Christmas Store Hours and Service Promise at Howland’s

During Christmas season the Holiday Howland's and everyday Howland's operate as two in one with eager staff and smooth machinery. From now until next Tuesday night the store pledges prompt, sure service and instant access to all Christmas merchandise.

Howland’s

Regina Pneumatic Sweeper Promises Easy Home Cleaning

A new Regina pneumatic sweeper offers dependable vacuums at low cost. One person can operate it easily, removing embedded dirt from floors and leaving spaces bright. Weighs 12 14 pounds and measures 18 inches long, marketed for about $10 on the third floor.

Regina

Silver dinnerware and frames on main floor sale

Silver sets for the toilet and dinnerware are offered as staple designs in open stock format. TV patterns range from 3 to 20 dollars with frames and mesh bags of sterling silver also in stock, including German heavy plate pieces up to 25 dollars. Main floor front.

Vasekraft Special Value Offers Gift Collection

WVasekraft of special value promises artistic wave of beauty and originality. Special collection features rare grace in forms and colors, appealing to gift buyers. Prices range from 86.75 to 15 for Electroliers and 75c to 3.75 for Ornaments, on the fourth floor.

Christmas light gifts shine all year for desk or dining

An advertisement extols movable gas and electric lamps suitable for desk or library tables and dining rooms. It highlights a range of styles from 33 to 48 inches, including art bronze stands with six-paneled shades, fringed trim, Linday burners, and mantle pieces. Prices span modest to special value offerings, with dome lights and central-draft oil lamps noted for clear, steady light.

Lindsay

Cut Glass of Rich Effect Demonstrates American Skill

New glass patterns on cut gleam appear handsome and intricate. It is remarkable that a wheel can yield such designs, proving American workers’ ability. Items range from pitchers three to ten dollars, bowls three to twelve, and jelly dishes two fifty to eight dollars.

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