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Newspaper
Bridgeport Evening Farmer
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Jul 28, 1909
Page
10
An attempted dynamite blast aimed at the Dominion Coal Company manager’s residence at No 10 damaged only a front wall portion. United Mine Workers members at the Weninion mines are on strike, with the situation described as active.
Newford July 27 United Press Mrs B I Kellogg widow of Una Kellogg oldest resident today celebrates her birthday at her niece Mrs RM Olmstead’s home. She remains in good health and spirits despite a slight lameness from rheumatism and hopes to live to reach one century.
Mora Conn July 27 With more than nine enthusiasts in attendance the Teechegoon Poultry Association opens the mid summer institute at Spaneteieue Agriculture College. President Busch of the agricultural college gave a welcome and was echoed by President George Cosgrove of the Connecticut Poultry Association. The program includes lectures on poultry husbandry and progress in various regions. The institute will close tomorrow.
The Norfolk Club tournament begins with Robert Leroy favored to win the cup as rising entries falter. In the first round Leroy defeated H Waterman while Walter Roberts advanced by default over Joseph Brown. Doubles action sees New York pair and Robert beat Atwood and Carter 6 1 6 2. The event continues in Worfolk.
Fragmented report details Robertucci dying in hospital after injuries from a horse kick. Other items note a new rural carrier William H. Tristram of Norwalk, a missing treasurer Theodore Greenwald facing embezzlement charges, and a catamount sighting near Great Plain and New Fairfield.
Frightened by thunder. Miss Ransom, 10? year old daughter Jerome Ransom of Winsted, was hysterical after a loud clap from an almost clear sky. Doctors say shock from the event may cause a lingering effect. the incident occurred in the kitchen. Public Playground efforts begun. Woman's College Club supports playgrounds and schools in Torrington and Winsted. A death in New Milford follows alleged self harm. Leubbers, Swede arrest noted on minor charges. man found dead in his cell after planning a self harm act. Italian camp raided near Wigwam River. ten kegs and four cases of beer seized. Musafero, countryman organizer, involved.
The article sketches the penguin as two feet tall or nearly four, with a solemn heavy hop and a stone lined nest. It notes rough seas injure the penguin and that nesting pairs seek uneven stones for a home while some steal stones, chased comically by rivals. It blends a humorous penguin portrait with a courtroom anecdote about a sharp lawyer and a tale of medieval compensation. It cites a New York Times piece on compensation in Glasgow 1544 and ends with a quip about bike riding safety.
The Woodworth Co offers an experimental Lemola package free to applicants to clear complexions overnight. The remedy promises to remove pimples and tackle eczema rashes and skin irritations, with a 50 cent box sold at Hamilton's Pharmacy and other druggists. It claims safety for infants and adults and notes no greasy residue after application.
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