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Newspaper
Bridgeport Evening Farmer
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Jun 01, 1911
Page
3
New corsets with moderate busts pair with obrassieres to smooth the line and prevent the corset top from showing through. Lace decorates this season's frocks from wide Russian filet bands to Valenciennes jabots and collars, finishing many skirts and accessories.
A series of marriage notices lists Frederick R. Ferguson and Isabelle Bristol in New Milford on May 8, Robert Allen and Adel Smith in Saugatuck on May 24, Charles A. Berthand and Jeanne Vanda Wespi in Torrington on May 27, Clarence Banks and Anna McGrath in New Canaan on May 13, Leonie Alexander and Francis J. Danforth in Stamford on May 27, and Sadie Kelp and Jacob Selwith in Hartford on May 28.
A compilation of obituaries and death notices from Connecticut towns including Shelton Danbury Sandy Hook Stamford Norwalk Ridgefield Norwalk Torrington and Waterbury. Names ages and dates span May 23 to May 39 1911 with interment details and residence information.
Special from United Press reports Two thousand insurgents and a large Federal force fought in Culican Sinola. Passengers say many were killed or wounded. Insurgents controlled the town as Federals retreated to the cathedral. Americans used a dynamite cannon to aid the Federals amid the struggle occasioned by Redo’s refusal to yield to Bonilla.
Charles P. Phenix, a Ninth district resident, started from City Hall at 10:30 AM walking 800 miles to Montreal. Bearing letters from Mayor Buckingham, Police Chief Birmingham, and Detective Captain Arnold, he hopes to reach in 30 days by July 1 to attend a patent medicine company convention.
Tax collectors say about half of the 24,083 personal tax bills mailed have been paid though many were exempt. They have been unable to check the books or take meals for weeks. James Holt Jr says a rough estimate places payments at about 50 percent. Collectors plan nightly office hours this week to finalize lists for a city canvass.
Roger S. Cunningham and James R. Booth of this city and James S. Beers of Brooklyn, N Y., are the incorporators of Bridgeport Business College filed today in the town clerk's office. The college will have 10000 dollars capital stock and will conduct educational training and operate a bookstore and supplies for school use at the Court Exchange.
Hartford June 1 Representative Whiton of New London urged conserving water power at Enfield Falls to yield between 25 000 and 30 000 horsepower. The House voted to table the unfavorable appropriations report, aiming to keep the power for the people of the state. A separate note mentions new white blouses with a touch of blue or pink edging.
Hartford June 1 The state pension bill for public school teachers was unfavorably reported in the Senate and killed. Senator Brinsmade argued pensions of that kind should be handled by cities and not statewide. A favorable report came on a separate measure for New London steamship terminal with a $1,000,000 appropriation, referred to appropriations. The Senate and House actions on Friday sessions and shore line electric railway mortgage were noted.
Hartford June 1 The first rough house in this session s House of Representatives occurred during a long speech by Representative Burr of Westport on a State Park board bill. Banks tried a five minute speech limit. Hall opposed calling it a gag rule. The Judiciary committee favorably reported a raise in the governor s salary to 5000 and lieutenant governor to 1500. A two thirds vote to override the governor s veto was also favored.
Rome June 1 Roland Garros arrived in Rome at 5 30 pm after a tough leg from Pisa in the Paris Turin flight He landed 50 miles from Rome due to a brief petrol shortage Conneau had reached Rome earlier as the second aviator to complete the leg
The city expects about 250000 in unpaid taxes after tonight as taxes are due by 9 pm. Through today the office has collected around 1150000, with a record 284878.41 turned over yesterday to City Treasurer Hall. The collector also received 17274.71 from Brass Co and 19684.87 from Crane Valve Co, as the office stays open until nine.
Hartford reports show House debates measures on Sunday liquor sales, burial near dwellings, and a contagious disease hospital bill for New Haven. A roll call penalty was proposed but defeated. some members criticized weekly hours, while others pressed for a 2 pm session. A separate note describes tailored embroidery using cross stitches and raised corded lines.
Hartford June 1 Senator Donovan moved to reconsider a bill granting Frank G Bassett Seymour $600 for contesting Senator Lounsbury seat. The Senate rejected the measure 15 to 12, noting the law already allows $100 without a vote, and urging members to avoid spending others money. Bassett was previously approved only for $100 by law.
The New Haven road announces its annual summer schedule effective Sunday June 4 with major changes. Two eastbound expresses from New York to Boston will route via Waterbury. The 9 21 am and the noon express from Bridgeport will depart via Waterbury. The 6 50 am for New Haven moves to 6 48 am. After June 19 an express to Fitchburg with parlor car leaves Bridgeport at 6 34 am. Westbound Colonial Express shifts to 1 16 pm from 12 03 pm. Extra trains are planned for midsummer traffic.
Atlantic City poised for July Grand Lodge convention as Elks weigh a two quarter per member levy to raise about 200000 toward a new National Home for aged and infirm members. Bedford City remains under debate while site choices near large centers are proposed alongside Atlantic City Reunion Week plans and festive pageantry.
In a $10,000 suit in Darien Norwalk resident Jane Mather accuses Mary E. Jayne of alienating her husband Charles Mather. Jayne testifies denying the charge while under cross examination by John Keogh as Mather and his daughters observe from the gallery. The trial before Judge Joel H. Reed continues with questioning about divorce, shared residence, and alleged indiscretions.
John J. Burns has withdrawn his application to transfer a liquor license from 750 Railroad Avenue to 834 Railroad Avenue amid remonstrances from local manufacturers and property owners who argued the site is unsuitable. The dispute follows a prior reversal of a County Commissioners ruling by Judge Rees. Remonstrants include Bridgeport Hardware Co Berkshire Fertilizer Co N Palmer Co Deoxidized Bronze Co and Barnum estate.
A New York architect visits a prominent local businessman to inspect a famed fireproof building in town. He recalls a structure that survived many blazes, lightning, and various incidents, claiming it is virtually fire immune. The tale spins through century-old fires, beer explosions, and a Fourth of July rocket, ending with a tour of Main and State streets. The narrative shifts to 1861, describing states uniforming troops for the Civil War and New York City Zouaves forming rapidly in the Army of the Potomac.
To save a dollar on a Double Service suit is praised as a smart buy. These suits are well made from good materials and fit like boys clothes should. Each includes two pairs of trousers extending the suit's life, offered in gray mixtures Norfolk or double breasted styles at four dollars. Also pure linen fabric in natural shade for dresses and skirts, priced at 12 cents per yard, main floor rear.
All woolen dress fabrics in black and colors are reduced one third to one half from old prices. The gathering features plain and fancy weaves, mixed suiting, plain serges, and ready lengths suitable for skirts and young ladies’ dresses. Limited time, right aisle rear.
The piece recalls a Civil War era mock military parade with borrowed regiments like Garibaldi Guard and D Epineul Zouaves, followed by a plea for pure motherhood. It cites Father O Callaghan speaking at a Child Welfare Exhibit urging votes to improve motherhood and remove saloons, dives, and dances to better childhood conditions.
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