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Newspaper

Bridgeport Evening Farmer

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Jul 22, 1913

Page

3

Goda And Lulu Hackett Escape In Weekend Disappearance

Steve Goda left Casey's Court with Lulu Hackett in a new dress suitcase, claiming baseball gear. They vanished together after being seen in Seymour earlier, prompting police involvement and concerns from both families as investigators note prior plans to elope. Both worked locally at Electric Cable and U.M.C. plants.

Seymour Steve Goda S le Casey’s Court Greene Street Steve Lulu Hackett Laura Hackett Deacon Street Mire Sway Hackett U. M. C. Company Goda Electric Cable Company

Wall Street Today Brisk Open Sees Mixed Leaders Weaken

At 1046 am stocks opened briskly following London with Americans Pacific, Baltimore and Ohio and several specialties leading. New Haven convertible six percent bonds fell over three points amid weakness. Wells Fargo and California petroleum shared declines. Government bonds heavy. Landon priced higher but met with reserves as traders weighed a large debenture issue.

London Baltimore Ohio New Haven United States Panama Landon Canadian Pacific Union Pacific Reading Wells Fargo California Petroleum

Man arrested in Norwalk over wallet thefts near Bridgeport

John Parker of Wes was arrested on the Pers Platform in South Norwalk on July 22, charged with pocketbook thefts tied to the Hagies and their field day plans to Bridgeport. William J. Powell, a former local hero, saw Parker drop a pocketbook but Parker fled. three others reported watches stolen. Police found watches on Parker, suggesting an accomplice here.

South Norwalk John Parker Wes Pers Wee Ee Hagies Bridgeport William J. Powell Alway Ieuns Parker American Type_ writer Co Bostwick and Pallroad Aves Applyee Press

Died in this city July 22 1915 and 1918 notices

Bradley died in this city on July 22 1915 at the home of her daughter Mrs James Brien 211 aoe Prayer will be offered at Hawley Willmot Reynolds 168 State street Thursday 24 inst at o o clock a m and funeral service will be held in the M E church at Sandy Hook on arrival of the 10 34 a m train Wagner died in this city July 22 1918 Philip Wagner aged 68 years 3 months 25 days Friends invited to attend the funeral from his late residence 169 Goddard avenue on Thursday July 24 at 2 20 p m Interment at Lakeview

Bradley James Brien Hawley, WiIlmot & Reynolds State Street M. EB Sandy Hook Wagner Philip Wagner

Eagles Parade Draws Wide Norwalk Awe In Civic Pageant

A large Norwalk delegation led by Eagles drum corps and uniformed aerie members paraded through the city with floats and mis en scene embodying Liberty, Truth, Justice and Equality. Participants from Danbury, Pittsfield, Waterbury, Bridgeport and others joined in the spirited display, featuring impersonations of civic virtues and decorative banners.

Erty Norwalk Pittsfield Aerie Pittsfield Mass Eagles Aecrie Danbury Kennedy Guards Fife and Drum Corps Danbury Zouaves F. O.E Hudson River Port Chester George P. Jamieson Bridgeport Aerie Connecticut Colt Hartford Charter Oak Aerie Hartford Order John J. Dougherty Waterbury Aerie Aerie Fulton Aerie Waterbury Aerie Wew Haven Foot Guard Aerie 242 New Haven The Elizabeth Aerie Elizabeth N. J Port Chester Aerie Liberty Truth Justice Ansonia Aerie Ansonia John J. Clampett Bridgeport Torrington Waterbury Bridgeport Aerle Equality Liverty Norwalk Aerie Waterbury Aere Loyal Order of Moose Degree

Eagles' Tonight Program With Vaudeville and Cash Prizes

At 6 p m grand exhibition of degree teams at Eagles hall and an 8 o clock score show. A special vaudeville performance at Eagles theatre Main street featuring acts directed by the Eagles. Cash prizes totaling £000 awarded.

Eagles Hal Poli Main Street

Opening of State Convention at Eagles Hall Bridgeport

Tomorrow at 10 a.m. the state convention opens at Eagles hall Bridgeport. Present state secretary Connor is a candidate for re election.

Eagles’ Hall Bridgeport Connor

Prominent Eagles Here for Festivities Registered at Hotels

A long list of names from Hartford to New York shows prominent Eagles registered at hotels for a city festivities. The Atlantic booked 250 Eagles for dinner and supper while Arcade officials listed attendees and reservations across multiple cities.

the Stratfield Peter H. Connor Hartford William J. Mannion F. B. Gaylord Northampton John O’brien C. H. Kanches Boston T. P. Kelley Norwich J. R Reagan BE. A. Gordon Danbury J. H. Davies Bristol A. E. Manion New York A. J. McCormack A. M. Reiger William C. Menton Donavan G. C Birmingham D. B. Hallenbeck Newark W. G. Botteam George White Wiliam Scott J. E. Carey Atlantic R. T. Gamedinger A. B. Casey Joseph A. Frye George Straub Philadelphia Thomas Klein F. W. Lewis Greenport N. Y R. D. Burke Henry Cone Meyer Schwolsky William Mallon Joseph Levane Robert M. Barrett Mrt Vernon Charles BD. Clark New Haven James Smith C. J. Noble A. E. Sanford Irving Benner Raritan N .J Robert Graham Willimantic F. C. Delcher William J. Payne Stonington A. L. McLean Stamford Bert Veit C. H. Woodford Southington Charles R. Dowd William Hodson Brooklyn Conn H. J. Ograth J. W. Butler W. E. Leighton J. W. Torpey F. J. Morgan Putnam H. E. Mayer Yonkers Earl S. Steeves Ansonia John W. Wolffschlig Springfield T. L. O’neil Carl E. Gelson Nyack A. C. Denver Providence J. B. Reynolds J. M. Donovan W. H. Collins The Arcade R. W. Judson B. J. Proverses H. Weber A. J. Ganahl F. B. Foster E D. Hailey J. H. McCleary Meriden Louis Kaeppel Dorchester Aaron Lenigan New Britain Arthur Logan New Milford Frank Lowe P. A. Daly E. H. Dowding J. EB. Casey New Rochelle W. D. Jepson

CITY COURT CASES FOLLOW MORNING SESSION

In city court this morning Anas Taylor was fined five dollars and costs for drunkenness. David Gardner received twenty days for drunkenness. Margaret Tolkas fifteen days for drunkenness. Patrick O Reilly ten dollars and costs for drunkenness and breach of the peace. Albert Alphus charged with drunkenness was continued until tomorrow. Michael Settanno was fined five dollars and costs for assault. Fred Slohar, charged with breach of the peace drunkenness assault and resisting an officer, was fined twenty five dollars and costs. Joseph Doyon, motorcycle dealer employee at 829 Main Street, fined twenty five dollars and costs for violating the motor vehicle law not having his motorcycle properly equipped with a registration number. He was arrested by Patrolman Bolger. He pleaded the machine was not properly licensed as he was testing it for a customer.

Anas Taylor David Gardner Margaret Tolkas Patrick O'Reilly Albert Alphus Michael Settanno Fred Slohar Joseph Doyon Main Street Bolger

Mill End sale showcases durable shoes and tailored outfits

The Mill End sale offers bargains across footwear and apparel, with shoes priced from 95c to $1.90 and a range of garments including serge and cheviot suits, blouses, khaki trousers, trunks, and leather goods. The ad touts savings, durability, and style, urging shoppers to buy now for maximum value.

Bugs

Newtown Vaca Guests and Narrow Auto Wreck Highlight Town News

In New Town on July 22 Earl L. and Charles M. Johnson of Painesville are in town visiting uncles, while Miss Edith M. Peck entertains out-of-town guests. Attorney E. O. Hull of Bridgeport narrowly escaped injury in a Sandy Hook auto mishap. A Middle District Meeting discussed site options for a new school, with offers on Hanover road, Depot road, and Queen street. The group plans further steps and a July 28 adjournment. Mrs. Snyder begins divorce proceedings.

Newtown Earl L Charles M. Johnson Painesville W. C. Johnson C. B. Johnson Edith M. Peck E. O. Hull Bridgeport Buzz Sandy Hook Post Office Square Ime Hull Walker Committee On A. J. Smith Hanover Road C. B.taylor Depot Road Old Fair Methodist Church Society Queen Street Board of School Visitors Jacob Black

Reed opposes cross examination of Mulhall by NAM counsel

Senator Reed stated the Lobby Probe committee would not permit NAM counsel to cross examine star witness Martin Mulhall. He favored submitting NAM questions to the committee first, with potential later committee address. The issue centers on Mulhall’s claim that former Representative James Watson of Indiana was paid a 500 dollar retainer and 250 dollar weekly salary to work for a tariff bill.

Washington Senator Reed Lobby Probe Committee Martin M. Mulhall Star Witness Reed A. M Mulhall James E. Watson Indiana Tariff Commission

Widows of Double Life Man Reconcile in La Crosse

Widows of Wilfred B. Frost, who led a double life, reconciled after his death on February 23 and have moved to a shared home in La Crosse Wisconsin as of July 22. The unusual arrangement follows Frost’s death and public disclosure of his double life.

LaCrosse Wis Wilfred B. Frost

Norman Divorce Suit Seeks Name Change After Cruelty Claim

Papers filed in Superior Court detail Alice Norman of Stamford filing for divorce from Leonard Norman on toleration cruelty grounds. The couple wed September 30 1903 and Alice Potts seeks to resume her maiden name.

Alice Norman Stamford Leonard Norman

Mrs Ullrich Visits Beechmont Avenue Hostess

Mrs E J Ullrich of Brooklyn New York is visiting Mrs James Rowe on Beechmont Avenue for the week. Farmer Want Ads One Cent Word.

E. J. Ullrich Brooklyn, N. Y James Rowe Beechmont Avenue

Mellen's Place Wont Be Filled For Some Days

Theodore Vail head of New Haven committee to name Mellen's successor said a choice will likely be made in several days. Named candidates include Edward Loomis vice-president of D L W Daniel Willard president of B & O Howard Eellett president of Northern Pacific Ralph Patera president of Long Island and W W Atterbury first vice-president of Pennsylvania.

Theodore M. Vail New Haven Mellen Spss Edward ©. Loomis Daniel Willarc Howard Ellett Northern Pacific Ralph Patera Long Island W. W. Atterbury Pennsylvania

Robstock Withdraws Saloon Plans at Seaview Ave

Local dispute over four saloons at 1839 Seaview Avenue ends as Michael Robstock withdraws after remonstrance by property owners and a hearing was scheduled. County commissioners, visiting nearby bridges, assess repair needs as a parade of Brooklyn children travels the streets on a warm Sunday.

Seaview Avenue Michael Robstock Beet Main Robstock Comington Bridge Houm Tonic River

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