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Newspaper
Bridgeport Evening Farmer
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Dec 20, 1912
Page
12
Manchester police search for Lawrence J. O Dowd once a leading local merchant. War talk from the prosecuting attorney followed his escape after smashing through a brick wall. Mrs Dowd reported another burglary at their home around the time police closed in.
Died in this city December 19 1912 Henry Hurd Rennell Jr infant son George Henry Dermody and Margaret Shanley noted for funeral arrangements at homes and churches. Bell Collins 17 in West Redding among notices with private services and viewings listed. »
W K Mollan the shoe man woke to a fire in his Iranistan Avenue home shortly after 7 30 this morning as flames spread through the sleeping room and adjacent areas. Firemen arrived from Laurel Street station and fought the blaze with hose and chemical streams for about twenty minutes. Four rooms suffered heavy damage with an estimated loss up to 1000 insured. Mollan praised the fire force and Chief Mooney for prompt, efficient service.
A sizable audience enjoyed the Midnight Maidens in a four act musical satire at Park theatre. The show runs rest of week with two performances daily. The cast shines with Bob Van Osten as Elias Wayne and Elmer Tenley as Denny, while Roy Wayne provides comic misadventure. The revue packs music, a lively chorus, witty makeup, and light plot with humor in a Pullman sleeper scene.
Mattituck Long Island December 20 robbers broke into the State Bank of Mattituck and stole a large amount, escaping in an automobile. In London at the sale of the late Lady Caroline Lindsay’s tapestries and art objects Charles Davis, a collector, paid 1575 dollars for a Sevres egg boiler.
Bridgeport board of education invites local architects to present work samples next week to enter a competition for designing the new high school. Rules to be set December 27 or 30. Housing remaining residents from the Kelley property requires rent to city.
Coroner J. J. Phelan announced that the death of Mrs. May Cantrell Meeker from heroin poisoning will be investigated beyond private circles. He attributed a rise in heroin use locally to outside suppliers and urged city action while state and national bills are pending.
The Fairfield avenue vacancy from Breen to Poli's new theatre will be filled by Irving Dillenback, former Nelson theatre manager in Springfield Mass. A Harvard man and veteran theatre executive, he has held posts in Providence and Boston and is a 32nd degree Mason and Shriner. The United Luminating Company snow rooms will stay open evenings after Christmas for public convenience.
Theatrical magnate Fra Elbertus of East Aurora New York confirms attendance at the opening of Poli’s new theatre in Bridgeport and the cabaret dinner at the Stratfield on December 23 1912. He praises Poli’s work and notes plans to stay for the banquet with vaudeville acts from New Haven and New York.
Stratford voters approved closing saloons at eleven, 109 to 65, with a heated debate. State Attorney Stiles Judson defended stricter hours while opponents urged liberalization and debated enforcing liquor laws in Fairfield county.
New York December 20 four policemen charged with graft face Deputy Police Commissioner Walsh at headquarters as Curren Aldermanic committee investigations widen. John J Skelly the first to stand trial is accused by Mary Goode keeper of an illegal resort of taking tribute for allow the business to continue. Other officers linked to alleged payments of craft were to follow.
The store promises prompt reliable service during the Christmas rush. Extra stocks, display space, sales staff, and delivery teams are in place to speed gifts to homes. Shoppers are urged to visit early and carry small parcels to aid efficient processing.
A buyer’s guide highlights Oriental rug options for den or library and drawing room. Prices range from $19 to $90, with matching slippers and holiday gift ideas like Delineator subscriptions at special rates. The text notes gift subscriptions and new issues, plus a list of featured modern reads and decorative furnishings.
The notice advertises satin slippers priced from 2.50 to 5 dollars with satin and leather evening styles. Mentioned are dainty chiffon bows, graceful models, and beauty across many styles available on the main floor rear of the store.
Soft leather moccasins offer genuine rest for tired feet. The article notes easy, serviceable footwear available for men women and children with sizes and an optional extra firm sole. Prices range from 75 cents to 3 dollars.
An offering of footwear including leather men's slippers in tan or black with low and high cuts and elastic goring, knitted slippers for women, Comfy leather slippers priced around $1 to $1.50, red felt high cut slippers trimmed with fur at 75c to $1, and women's high cut felt options.
A colorful catalog touts diverse and unusual books as ideal gifts for readers. It highlights titles such as Chronicles of the Little Tot, Heart Beats Young, Bachelor Jos, Grand Opera Singers of Today, and Rambles in Brittany, plus references to dictionaries and travel works. Readers are invited to visit the shop for personal selection and satisfaction.
Nickel coffee percolators, chafing dishes, nickel framed bakeware and earthenware dishes offered as table fittings gifts. Percolators, toasters, tea pots and cooking ware priced from 1.50 to 10.00, copper and nickel coated with strong flavors for months of use. Fourth floor display.
A catalog announces new gift reads with season matching attire and lasting companionship. Titles include Unknown Quantity, The Upas Tree, The Voice, On The Lady and Sad a San Little, and The Hollow of Her Hand among others priced from 1.00 to 1.80 dollars. Main floor, rear.
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