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Newspaper
Bridgeport Evening Farmer
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Jan 01, 1917
Page
6
A New Year message expresses gratitude for 1916 patronage and best wishes for prosperity and continued support in 1917 from a local business. The note thanks customers and looks forward to service in the coming year.
The 22 year old art model Grace Roberts was found murdered in her Wilton apartment at Fifteenth and Poplar after a brutal struggle. Police believe a man known to her attacked her, crushed her skull with a flatiron, then strangled her with silk stockings. A dozen photographs of male admirers and a bloodstained blue striped shirt with a 15 collar were found in her boudoir, suggesting a possible relationship with one or more prominent Philadelphia men. Detectives, led by Capt. James Tate, are pursuing a theory the killer was a man she knew and that robbery was not the motive. sister Bessie Colbert reported the sister’s telephone elusion before discovery.
Grace Roberts moved to the city and quickly found work in a department store. She gained notice as a corset model famed for her figure. Advertisers sought her for garment ads and hosiery campaigns, making her image a nationwide streetcar advertising staple.
London observed New Year's Eve 1916 with subdued crowds and early closures. Soldiers filled restaurant tables while churches held prayers and red cross collections raised funds. King George spent the end of the year at Sandringham.
A presidential edict establishes a ministry of armament, munitions and war material with broad powers. General Lyautey, minister of war, says the ministry will handle duties of the under secretary for artillery and coordinate national industry for raw materials, manufacture, and labor, supplying arms and munitions for engineers and air services.
London reports British casualties from December 1 to 23 totaling 815 officers and 36,350 men. no lists published during holidays. In Perpignan General Gerard Amanrich, former Legion of Honor commander, rejoined the army as a private in an artillery regiment at age 65, stationed at Versailles depot.
The January sale begins tomorrow January 2 and will run briefly. Nothangle's offers thousands of dollars of carefully selected New England stock in a fast moving sale featuring many swaps. Prospective brides and thrifty housewives will visit the store at Main and Elm Streets to enjoy substantial discounts across departments, with detailed reductions advertised on page 12. John Reck & Son advertise Christmas trees, wreaths, and roping.
In the Carpathians harsh gales and subzero cold push Austrian troops to improvise. Soldiers build shelter from skis where paths are impassable, using available gear to survive extreme winter conditions as roads become nearly useless.
Locomobile Company of America names Edwin A. Travis general sales manager. Delmar G. Roos becomes assistant chief engineer. Percy W. Hine named manager of the Bridgeport branch and service department. Clinton B. Armorous moves to general sales. Thomas E. Swayne shifted to Chicago territory from Oakland. Thomas Page moves to Chicago management. promotions aim to advance capable executives.
Bridgeport officials report the city’s grand list for the year will total about 180 million dollars with roughly 24 million tied to factory valuations. Major increases hit Remington Arms, I M C, Lake Torpedo Boat, Bridgeport Projectile and several manufacturers after expert appraisals.
A Christmas tree celebration and New Year’s Eve entertainment were enjoyed last evening at the Park City Yacht club by members and guests. W. J. Lynch dressed as Fanta Claus distributed presents. Clubhouse decorations were in place and arrangements were made for a smoker. Search for the steamship Maryland was given up by the coast guard cutters Acushnet and Gresham.
The Fourth Degree Phil Sheridan council held a banquet at The Stratfield with plans for a year of entertainments socials and events. Major William Flynn and Treasurer Robert Rock spoke on council affairs as guests including E F Ryan Remington Arms Co Grand Knight Morris Park City council Past Navigator John Scanlon Col T J Murphy F J Brennan Dr Charles Leverty P W Murray and s J Meaney attended.
The Bridgeport Savings and Loan Association reports a fifty six semi annual dividend of 14072 41 based on 5 12 percent for the year. The association remains prosperous with rising assets 560260 73 and a cash rate of 108830 84. Arthur B Kelsey resigns from the board of auditors after three years and Otto K Edelmann elected to fill the term. The surplus stands at 1467 67 with continued subscriber momentum offsetting maturing shares.
Rev. Richard F. Moore urged broader study of Irish history to foster the Irish spirit at a Sacred Heart parish AOH session at 164 State Street last evening. Twenty five initiates joined as Patrick Donahue led the degree team. New officers were installed led by President John F McCarthy with Jeremiah O Sullivan as vice president and John J O Neill as treasurer.
The advisers named by Mayor Wilson to determine city spending for 1917 include John T. King, T. L. Watson, Dever H. Warner, Charles G. Sanford, and Charles S. Canfield. They plan to recommend an additional 750000 for street extensions among their first actions.
London Jan 1 Lloyds reports the Danish steamship Denmark 2050 tons gross sunk. Twenty four crew members have been landed.
Manchester Conn Jan 1 John son Carlisle Machine Co posted notices that its employer would pay a 10 percent bonus for the last 13 weeks of 1916 based on wages and a 5 percent bonus for the rest of the year to be paid January 10.
A sale listing for curtains and fabrics includes New Curtain Materials in White Scotch Madras 36 inches wide at 19 cents per yard with patterns and minor flaws, Dotted Swiss and Fancy Art Nets in white and Arabian cream at 29 and 35 cents per yard, unstitched Marquisette Curtains in White or Arabian 34 inches by 214 yards long at 1.00, Ready Made Sash Curtains 34 inches, Art Burlap 36 inches and 48 inches wide, and curved curtains rods 50 inches extension at 10 cents each.
Norfolk January 1 Mrs Edith Vanderbilt may lose title to 465 acres in Buncombe County North Carolina as the state Supreme Court mulls the case against S F Chapman who has occupied the land seven years. Vanderbilt traces title to 1796 and the matter centers on a long chain of ownership.
Major General Funston reported to the war department that he could not substantiate rumors of a Felix Diaz filibustering party crossing from the United States into Mexico while commanding American forces on the Mexican border.
Men's short boots from 3.00, St King boots at 3.90, hip boots up to 4.75. Bright catalog style lines advertise savings on classic outdoor footwear.
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