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Newspaper
Bridgeport Evening Farmer
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Jul 29, 1909
Page
1
A Melilla despatch reports Spain suffered about 1,000 killed and 2,500 wounded in fighting with Moors around Melilla. The report notes rail disruption, renewed shelling, and tense defense as reinforcements are urged to prevent a collapse of outposts and possible fall of Melilla.
Mooney reports no gas or kerosene stores on Manhattan Island with tanks kept open to the river. A tank boat delivers five gallon cans daily to the foot of Hast Tenth, then departs to New Jersey at night. The city orders Standard Oil West End plant to build a concrete wall around storage tanks to contain fire. A notice requires walls at Seaview area and a permit from the Common Council to store all there. Mooney claims to be the first to challenge these storage methods.
In 1888 a license allowed Silliman to carry 26 barrels of oil with storage inside a masonry wall. Fire Commissioner Frederick A. Strong becomes the first to obtain a fire marshal license to store gasoline on his property at 2211 Main Street, authorizing 50 gallons.
Ideal weather drew a large crowd to the G A R veterans gathering at Plainville Camp Grounds on July 29. More than 30 people attended including veterans, wives, and families for sunrise flag-raising, devotions, a Bristol Band concert, and a series of talks by General George Hia ven, department commander, and other speakers.
Papers served on William A. Setde of Fairfield in a civil action by Thomas Burns, brother of Patrolman James Burns, who was injured when a motorist named Seide struck him on Fairfield Avenue about two months ago. Burns seeks $1,000 in damages. Seide was arrested. the criminal accident case is not yet concluded.
Angelo Costa testified in city court that he was forced to his knees at gunpoint by Gerolamo Messano last Monday night then stabbed him during a struggle after Messano warned the Costa family to leave the city. Bonds set for Angelo 250 dollars and Luigi 100 dollars as the case moves to September trial with brothers’ involvement under scrutiny.
Taft correspondent reports from Nairobi that Colonel Roosevelt witnessed his son Kermit in a gentleman rider event at the East African Turf Club. Kermit rode well and was cheered by a large crowd. the Roosevelts were dinner guests of the club steward and more races are planned, with the President expected to balance social duties and writing.
Warren Hunt was released today from jail and sent to City court where Judge Foster placed him under Probation Officer Canfield. He was implicated with George Gilmore in burglarizing Hunter and Havens foundry a month ago and must re-enter U.S. Navy service or face prosecution. Canfield is to ensure this obligation.
July 29 report portrays Lucius Nathan Littauer of Gloversville as a powerful glove-maker wielding outsized influence over tariff discussions. He pushed for a 100 percent hike to exclude foreign gloves, sought access to conference rooms, and drew protests from Chicago importers. Taft reportedly opposed schedules favoring one manufacturer while backed by Littauer’s political clout.
A July wedding at the Ridge between Mabrey and Barnes ends with a staged departure plan. A trusted friend loads baggage, a mistaken direction leads to a blow in the face and a cut cheek from a ring. The honeymoon car then escapes amid shoe and decor mayhem, achieving a technical victory for the decorators.
Mary A Walker of Ridgefield widow and sole legatee appeals from probate commissioners decision granting Arvilla P Keeler 1000 dollars and Peter T Walker 1500 dollars. A second appeal challenges denial of a one dollar claim by Peter Walker, brother of the deceased. Case filed this morning in the Ridgefield civil Superior court.
Christopher J. Lake, vice president of the Lake Torpedo Boat Company, plans a balloon to lift an aeroplane using hot exhaust gases for inflation and soft landing. He aims to start from varied grounds, reduce landing damage, and build a high speed air cooled engine, with trials planned at Hippodrome Park in Bridgeport during October. The project attracts wide newspaper attention.
Nicholas F Byrnes of the Bricklayers Union said he would not discuss possible pre election promises by Mayor Lee. Lee told reporters he would give 1000 dollars to prove a pre election pledge and that he discussed naming an assistant building inspector with the Central Labor Union. The post election ordinance would be filled by aldermen, with a tie broken in favor of a non union candidate. Lee argued promises can be statements of belief rather than pledges.
Washington dispatch reports the House was in session for one minute today and then adjourned until noon tomorrow. The brief session paused with no votes or formal actions announced.
Goodwin Stoddard dean of the Bridgeport bar dies leaving an estate of about 200000. His will admitted to probate today consists of four brief paragraphs declaring sound mind paying debts bequeathing all to wife Julian Stoddard and naming Sanford and Henry B. Stoddard as executors without bonds. Appraisers named as Charles G. Sanford and Arthur M. Marsh. Will dated November 28 1908 created during illness preceding death.
Hartford July 29 The Senate sets Wednesday at 11 30 as the special order to consider a substitute measure repealing statutes that grant the Connecticut electric light monopoly advantages. Senator Latimer introduces the substitute amending section 3916 to limit manufacture for sale of electricity in towns over 15 000, with narrow street block exemptions and tenant use provisions. The electric monopoly maintains a strong lobby while business interests push for repeal, expecting House support to override the current law.
Boston and New York reports swirl over a possible October leadership change at the Boston and Maine. President Lucius Tuttle is said to be supplanted by Charles Mellen of the New York New Haven Hartford, with holders of Billard stock awaiting control. A New Haven statement was expected to confirm or deny the move.
In the fight for control of the Boston and Maine, rumors circulate in Boston circles about a potential arrangement between the New York New Haven and Hartford and the Boston and Maine. The question of control has lingered for years amid speculation and industry chatter.
A sick older horse lay on a Stratford avenue bridge for an hour before Humane Agent R B Stiles shot it to end its suffering. The horse was driven by junk dealer Louis Chernoss of Arctin Street, who said it was rented from Clarence Cushman on the same street. Authorities warned Chernoss not to drive another ill horse under arrest.
Special from United Press Bryan Bellefontaine July 29 Bryan denies reports he will make Texas his summer home and that he entertained plans to be Nebraska's next senator. He rejected both claims as unfounded and said he has no such intentions at this time.
Classified items including saloons for sale, rooms to rent, furnitur e for sale, hired help, and miscellaneous notices. Entries mention saloons on Water Street and Hallett Street, a two family house for $4,400, a brass moulders job, a cider mill, pianos, pony and harness, and a Waterbury Elks Fair ad. Several help wanted and boarding notices appear, with contact names and addresses in Bridgeport, Watertown, and Newtown, Conn.
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