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Newspaper
Bridgeport Evening Farmer
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Dec 23, 1910
Page
13
The Illinois Senate Elections Committee seeks Lorimer’s seat amid bribery claims. Seven members face accusations. four confessors are acquitted due to witness candor, while three alleged bribers face no proven influence. The panel endorses a not guilty verdict for Lorimer, sparking debates on judicial precedent and party discipline.
The report shows Hawley’s 572 excess over Goodwin largely offset by Goodwin’s 548 lead in Norwalk alone. Lippitt's statewide total was 79,356, roughly average for state officers beneath the governor. Hawley’s loss in Fairfield county compared with Lipitt’s statewide showing is detailed, with further notes on political figures and reactions after the election, including remarks on ex Senator Smith and New Jersey Democratic views on tariff issues.
A large New Haven Retail and Dealers association meeting discussed forthcoming legislature. A resolution urged reform to Sunday closing that harms gaallon men while grocery firms can sell package goods. Participants urged renewed Hartford activity to influence temperance bills this session.
Judge Baldwin governor elect hosted a dinner for his staff on Wall Street last night. Attending were senior officers including Mor an, Verdi, Chapin, Avery, Fisher, Lyons, Pinney, Day, and Edwin S. Thomas with Col. Louis E. B. Stoddard unable to attend. The gathering was described as an informal acquaintaince affair with no serious political discussions reported.
Boston dispatch notes printer has sent system instructions to agents on the New Haven and Boston and Maine railroads. The plan subdivides New Haven territory into twenty five groups to determine each freight car route by origin and destination. The change aims to cut mileage and speed transit, with through trains over longer runs and lower pickup and drop costs. A stray note adds a tip on rust prevention by leaving oven door open after baking to evaporate moisture.
Attorney Arthur C Graves of New Haven told the Railroad Securities Commission in New York that federal control of railroad capitalization is a regulation of internal affairs not commerce and cannot exclude state authority. He argues federal regulation would be unwise unless it excludes state rules and could deter improvements by tapping into surplus funds.
Salem Massachusetts December 23 Constable Frederick Sturtze of Hamden Connecticut announced the capture of John Munson in Salem last night for the Hayward robbery and assault on a farmer. He confessed and will be taken to Hamden for extradition or may accompany the officer home. A hat found during the manhunt tied Munson to the crime and to the second suspect who is believed to be arrested soon.
Emma Slocombe sues Frank H. Kimberly of New Haven claiming $16,000 damages from an October Townsend avenue auto crash with alleged no lights and careless operation. Kimberly property on Townsend and Lamberton attached for $16,000. Speare Clothing Company files bankruptcy in New Haven, owing $7,076.42 plus taxes. assets $3,031 with stock in trade $2,493. First creditors meeting December 30. A trustee will be appointed.
A local establishment advertises abundant delicacies for holiday tables including fancy biscuits cookies cakes nuts jellies jams canned and dried fruits pantries and children s pantomime biscuits. The Annex also offers wines and liquors in standard varieties at low prices. A Grand Army Hall gathering notes end of year duties as Christmas activities occupy members and officers with new officers to be installed January second Thursday.
The Sheffield plate sale highlights baskets trays and plates on the third floor upholstery section. It promotes ROI top and flat top desks with a continuing sale through the 31st where strong values are quickly claimed by shoppers.
The D M Read Co Radford B Smith promotes a Christmas sale featuring numerous items with pricing from 5c to $5.00. The advertisement highlights toys, fur accessories, trinkets, trains, drums, plan toys, dresses, gloves, stockings, and household goods for Friday and Saturday bargain days, with many items sold in boxed sets or special lots.
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