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Newspaper
Bridgeport Evening Farmer
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Dec 23, 1911
Page
4
A Bridgeport salesman praises Tona Vita as an unusually effective tonic, recounting his recovery after illness and nervous exhaustion. Specialists at Jennie Hamilton's Pharmacy promote free demos and refunds to skeptical customers, highlighting growing public endorsements and increasing daily sales.
The United Press dispatch from New York reports George W. Perkins, ex Morgan partner, arguing that men earning $10,000 annually never need to seek work because they hold the jobs. He says advancement comes from knowing one’s own and the boss’s work, stressing brain over brawn. The item also notes Clarence Mackay entertaining 2,000 tal? tech company staff with handshakes and gifts, and records the death of Anna Merhill in Brooklyn with funeral details.
At the meeting of Bridgeport Common Council held December 18 1811 the clerk was ordered to notify interested parties to appear January 2 1911 at 8 PM in the Council Chamber to discuss constructing a sewer on Madison Avenue from its connection to the existing sewer on Gon Avenue north of 4 Street to Madison Avenue and North Avenue. Attest Stephen F Boucher City Clerk.
The Court of Probate for Bridgeport limits six months from November 22 1911 for creditors of the Rose Flynn estate to present attested claims. Those failing to file within time will be debarred from recovery. Debtors are urged to make immediate payment to Morgan Flynn.
A brief promo urges readers to include a box of Huyler’s Delicious Candy in Christmas gifts. Emphasizes early delivery, gift presentation with ribbon and holly, and notes the product’s popularity among women during the holiday season.
Catholic churches across the city schedule multiple masses on Christmas Day with solemn high and low Masses at various times. Several parishes host up to five services, featuring elaborate musical programs and late morning high masses. Additional rites include vespers and special arrangements such as electric lighting at St Patrick's lower chapel and services at St Vincent's hospital and Lakeview Home for the destitute inmates.
Building permits totaling 45 570 were issued this week by the Building Commissioners. Plans show a brick fireproof American Bank building on East Main Street near Barnum Avenue, two stories with a marble front and vault on the ground floor. A four story brick building is planned for Harvey Harding trustee at Nichols and East Main for stores and 12 six roomed apartments. Charles D. Davis plans a modern business block on the old Fox property at the head of Em Street. The Davis building may be leased to Nothnagle Furniture Co. and the adjacent building probably to Davis & Savard. Samuel H. Wheeler plans a six to eight story store and office building on Main Street between Congress and Arch. George Orlove plans a wholesale flour and grain storehouse on Housatonic Avenue with direct rail access. Armory alterations add 60 by 93 feet to house heavy gun training and new company rooms and showers. Other contracts include read street dwellings, garages, frame offices, and alterations. Aggregate permit value 45 570. ATWOOD'S FLIGHTS.
Bridgeport will serve special Christmas dinners on Monday at the county jail and Lakeview home. Tempting seasonal menus will be offered to inmates to share in the holiday cheer and spirit.
Bangor December report from Maine Sea and Shore Fisheries Commissioner James Donohue details a hatch of 152,293,000 baby lobsters planted in coastal beds with eelgrass curtains. The state and federal effort funds artificial propagation to offset annual catches of about 17.5 million pounds valued around $2.15 million, involving a Boothbay Harbor hatchery process returning young lobsters to harvest areas.
Tearful protests that she is not Violet Buhler and not an heiress accompany a girl registered as Beulah Dake at a St. Louis hotel. Local authorities identify her as the missing Chicago heiress Violet Buhler and hold her awaiting identification.
John A. Walsh and Mary Walsh of Stamford sue Justus J. Barthel, Stamford tax collector, claiming a $790 sewer assessment was improper. They offered $3793.42 including lien costs, but the collector refused to accept, leading to liens on their property. They seek liens declared invalid, forced acceptance of payment, and $250 damages.
Norwalk on December 23 issued seventy nine warrants for arrest of personal tax delinquents. Of these, sixty five were issued in Norwalk and fourteen in South Norwalk. Many more remain in South Norwalk.
Postal workers will sort mail tomorrow for Christmas delivery with one morning delivery on Monday. General delivery and stamp windows at Bridgeport, East Side, and West End stations open 9 to 10 tomorrow morning. Christmas Day hours are 8 to 12 noon and 6 to 8 p m. Adams Express will employ extra men horses and wagons tomorrow and Christmas.
W L Peckham age 92 died here today of old age. He formerly served as a state representative and was widely known in the community.
Auburn New Jersey December 23 John W Potter the Oneida County politician tied to graft cases years ago and then serving a three year six month term in Auburn prison was released today after serving two years of his sentence His term was commuted by Governor Dix to allow him to spend Christmas with his family Potter was formerly a Democratic state committeeman
U S Senator Robert M La Follette spoke at Passaic High School before 1600 listeners advocating direct nominations and recall powers for all branches of government. He attacked corporate control led by Morgan and Standard Oil, urged judiciary recall, and praised Progressive reforms that return power to the people.
Former Senator Thomas Arnold Jr. remains in grave condition after two operations at St Vincent's hospital. Dr C C Godfrey reports he slept some and rests comfortably, though friends linger with apprehension about his overall status and prognosis.
Chicago reports the arrival of Artha Johnson, famed for his ring prowess, as speculation grows over future title bouts. Jack Curley departed for Salt Lake City to discuss bringing Johnson and Jim Flynn together, while Nate Lewis plans a meeting with Johnson to hear his views on the bout.
Rain exposed a dangerous sidewalk near Congress Street Bridge under the railroad viaduct. Concrete walks end before the spur, leaving sand that becomes slush. A wooden plank over hidden water traps pedestrians, risking falls and drowning. Public Works Director says the railroad is responsible and has not fixed the area.
The Smith Murray Co announces a closing sale to dispose of holiday stocks with dramatic reductions. Boys and girls books from 45c to 39c, popular Mary J Holmes works, and treasured titles like Black Beauty and Five Little Peppers offered at 19c each. Special tables include slightly soiled manicure sets and jewelry boxes at about half price.
Charles P. Dimick owner of a cigar store and pool room at 174 Fairfield Avenue filed for bankruptcy. He lists assets at 1650 and liabilities at 1019 with pool tables and fixtures worth 800 and stock 200. claimed exempted property 325. All claims unsecured. The business, once thriving, has closed since Wednesday.
Patrick J Feeney of Stamford sues Ne Lie Brandt and Alexander Brandt seeking 700 dollars in damages for alleged unlawful land entry and two fence destructions on April 1 and May 3, 1911, claiming costs for fence rebuilding and legal fees.
Rome reports Cardinal Farley through the United Press extends Christmas wishes to Americans including Catholics and non Catholics. He recalls kindness he found in the United States and prays for God’s blessings and continued liberty that shines as a beacon to the nations.
Detroit December 23 Ty Cobb announces he will quit acting in The College Widow for good citing nervous breakdown from sleepless nights and the pressures of touring the south He says the month of one night stands was tougher than facing pitchers Walter Johnson or Russ Ford in a season all but ending his stage career.
Miss Harriet Hutchins, a trained nurse who served in Torrington during the typhoid epidemic that caused 34 deaths, is critically ill in New Haven. Doctors say she has little chance of recovery.
National banks in the city closed at noon today as per their usual custom to accommodate merchant depositors. By morning, the banks will reopen from 9 to 10 this evening to receive deposits and accommodate Christmas eve receipts.
Peter Kelly of 587 Broad Street reported to police that a stranger rented a room in his house and stayed overnight. In the morning the stranger departed along with Kellys gold watch, leaving an unresolved loss and investigation.
Bridget widow of James Hehlihy died in Middletown Connecticut this morning. Her remains will be brought to this city this afternoon by Undertaker John C Ford.
Frances Cohen daughter of Julius and Mrs Cohen of Pequonnock street will wed Robert Weiner a Springfield merchant in the Colonial ballroom Cannon street at six. Rabbi M Wittenstein to officiate with hundreds expected at the reception and dinner. Firkelstone's orchestra will play and Hawkin s decorated the ballroom. Fur coats in black and white with sealskin ermine and moleskin are noted.
New Haven reports an engineer filed for probate leaving an estate valued at $75,000 all of which is personal property.
A New Haven report states poolroom operator Morton I Hil of Lebanon was fined and sentenced to six months for exhibiting obscene pictures. The article notes his wife suffered rheumatism and swelling, claiming relief from Dr Detenone, and includes a protest from Hil about medical treatment.
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