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Newspaper
Bridgeport Evening Farmer
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Jul 10, 1913
Page
7
London July 10 The Lords plan to move that the House declines further consideration until the country is consulted. The motion would not remove the measure from the Parliament act. if not passed by the Lords it is treated as rejected and could become law after three Commons readings.
The man found Friday morning in three feet of water at a brook near Newell's mill in Thormaston has been identified as Joseph Cotton, about 45, working as a farm hand. Also filed for probate in New Milford is the will of Mary H Hunt with bequests to St John’s Church, St Andrew’s, and Rev J F Plumb, residuary legatees named as J H Morehouse and Mrs Sylvester Scoville, rough estate value about $7. Fire damaged a Billino barn near West Norfolk, total loss with insured amounts listed. Rev A J Steenwall’s body was found in the Shepaug River near Washington, confirming his Swedish Lutheran ministry in area. A July clearance sale advertised at Dillon & Co, Main Street, plus ads for cosmetics and various goods.
San Francisco July 10 five soldiers were burned to death as a wildfire raged for three days along Mount Tamalpais. Some 6,000 men from Presidio Fort Winfield Scott Forts Baker and Barry battled the fire aided by civilians and sailors. Captain Charles P. Plunkett of the cruiser South Dakota viewed the blaze, declaring the effort enormous and that he would not risk his men, asserting expert gun pointers valued at $25,000 each.
Washington officials say they have virtually abandoned hope of recovering the electric wiring plans of the dreadnought Pennsylvania stolen from the Navy Department last March. Secret agents have traced the case. Secretary Daniels believes the plans will not be recovered nor the culprit brought to justice. The loss caused naval circles to react with shock and speculation about foreign espionage or a public visitor taking the drawings.
Postmaster W H Marigold warns of stolen money orders cashed in Buffalo hotels. Orders 853 to 1000 were stolen from Gaylord Virginia and cashed July 5. Suspect described as 5'10" tall, 35 to 40, reddish hair, sandy mustache, 160 pounds, several gold teeth, brown suit with panama hat and white vest, southern dialect.
New Haven July 10 Coroner Eli Mix holds James Plew of Middlebury and Mrs. Bessie J Wakefield of Bristol criminally responsible for the death of William O Wakefield in Cheshire woods June 28 1913. Plew shot stabbed and strangled Wakefield then used chloroform and a rope to finish the killing and attempted to mislead authorities. The couple plotted to kill Wakefield to enable Plew and Mrs Wakefield to be together. Wakefield resided in Bristol with wife and children. The autopsy cited hemorrhage from pistol shot wounds a stab wound and strangulation as the cause of death. Plew and Mrs Wakefield were arrested. she confessed to conspiring with Plew. The coroner found Wakefield’s death a murder by Plew and that Mrs Wakefield was an accessory.
Philip L. Holzer, Republican, named to succeed De Ver H. Warner on the Park Commission. Louis Kutscher Jr., Democrat, chosen to replace Frederick Sailer, both at an adjourned meeting led by Mayor Wilson. Holzer serves until 1916 and Kutscher until 1921, with confirmations due August 2. Holzer, a Bridgeport native and banker, held multiple city offices and is heavily connected in Republican circles. Kutscher, also Bridgeport born, is a banker, Industrial leader, and holds several fraternal memberships.
Harry E Beers 21 of Long Hill Bridgeport died at Bridgeport Hospital from tubercular meningitis after months of ill health. He left Challenge Cutlery last January and had planned a return to work. Born in Roanoke Virginia he lived most of his life in Bridgeport and was a Bridgeport High School alumnus and Alpha Delta Sigma member. Survived by brothers Clarence P Beers city editor Sunday Post Gifford W Beers New York City and Le Grand G Beers Locomobile Co.
Benjamin Naylor aged 80 died last evening at Bridgeport hospital after intestinal illness. He was taken there Tuesday and did not respond to treatment. Known in Windsor Locks where he resided and in this city, he was father of E J Naylor, manager of the F W Woolworth store.
Ellison Auto Fire and Repair Co offers Pope motorcycle models tested under diverse conditions. The shop advertises tire repair, retreading, sectional and tube work as specialties, urging customers to call for service. Located at 371 Fairfield Ave.
Washington July 10 Colleagues of Senator Reed of Missouri mock his Cupid aid after it emerged he helped arrange a rapid marriage for Miss Candace Kern and W L MacDonald. They left for Atlantic City to honeymoon but missed their train while license details were secured. Reed and Mrs Reed hosted the couple at their home and farm while plans for the ceremony progressed.
Newtown residents welcome visitors and report on local movements. Mrs Jerry Lynch and son Harold return to Bridgeport after a ten day visit with Mr and Mrs T J Corbett of Queen Street. Mrs Nelle Tucker of Sandy Hook reports from Bridgeport. Several locals like Miss Mary ODea and Miss Adeline Hurd travel to nearby towns. a stray cow remains missing after a farm visit.
Post office inspectors completed a count of 1 323 199 508 postage stamps at the bureau of engraving and printing in Washington, with a face value of 30 642 121.73 dollars. The tally matched the department’s records after eight days of verification, confirming the reserve supply ordered by Postmaster General Burleson. Foulard frocks for young girls feature two tiered skirts, Challis dresses suit cool summer days, and fall coats promise cutaway effects, possibly longer.
A woman, lacking funds, seeks small loans from several undertakers to cover telegrams and burial costs while promising to collect insurance from her father. She claims to have a son with the same name, a tale questioned by the undertaker who refused an advance. She persists in visits, but no one has lent money yet.
The Betton Grange No 149 gathered at the slang hall on Tuesday for a Patriotc Night program. A piano solo by Mrs G Arthur Sherwood, remarks by J H Blakeman, and readings on Gettysburg anchored the event. Guests included Mrs Clarence B Andrews and Mr and Mrs Edward Hawkins. Numerous local residents and visitors were noted, with many moving on to social visits and receptions at homes around town.
The Courtland School at 431 Washington Avenue offers a booklet for parents deciding on a school for their daughter. The principal invites inquiries and provides information through the booklet available at local bookstores.
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