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Newspaper
Bridgeport Evening Farmer
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Jun 02, 1914
Page
14
In Miegeré Falls Ontario on May 29 Jus tlee Joseph R. Lamar of the United States Supreme Court emerges as the leading figure in attempts to straighten out a shot riddled republic. If peace holds, it will be due largely to his skilled handling of the delicate negotiations. He is quoted stating he sees good reason to believe talks will succeed.
MacLevy notes fat loss is not achieved by postmeal standing or dangerous quick fixes. He counsels realistic goals, gradual exercise with supervision, and sane nutrition. Walking, golf, and safe activity aid fat reduction, but only through long, steady effort.
The Association for Connecticut Athletes formalizes a plan to extend the New Haven Amateur Athletes network. Paul Barnett serves as temporary secretary with other organizers to promote amateur athletics for young working fellows across the state and form clubs and individuals into a statewide amateur sports program.
James Sullivan, head of amateur athletics in the United States, endorses a plan for open athletic meets under A A U rules. Promoters will assist clubs, schools, churches, and social workers in starting programs with practical guidance on track layout and meets to ensure orderly amateur sports. John C. Collins and Paul Barnett offer further help. details available by writing Box 745 New Haven Conn.
The aging boxing mentor at New York Athletic Club marks forty eight years since his ring debut in St Louis. Born in Chicago he fought bare knuckle days and later beat John L Sullivan, shaping a life of teaching, health philosophy, and public reverence as Roosevelt’s boxing coach.
Ellen F. Shepard widow of Lucien W. Shepard died intestate at 460 Washington Ave. Estimated estate value is 250000 dollars. Bridgeport Trust Co. named administrator. Heirs at law include Almon Boland Ellen Boland Carrie Fairchild Fred Sanford Alice Otis Bertha Wilkinson Ophelia Sanford Charles Sanford Susan Sanford Julia Stoddard Emily Hurd Mabel Jennings and Emily Sanford of Bridgeport families. Mrs. Shepard was active in society and charity.
Washington June 2 The federal court at Trenton NM ordered the dissolution of the thread trust. The American Thread Company and a group including English Sewing Cotton Company Ltd and Spool Cotton Company J and P Coates Ltd are enjoined from restraining US thread commerce. Officials named may not acquire property in the organized group. The decree was agreed by the government and defendants.
Hartford June 2 James Shapiro a discharged Navy man and crew member of an oil tug operating between Tampico Mexico and Port Arthur Texas has written to his parents here confirming his status He says he was discharged for bad conduct and has been riding the tug for several weeks with state and navy departments aware of his case
Play resumed in the second half of the 36 hole medal round to decide the Women's Eastern Golf Association championship at Greenwich Country Club. Mrs. H. A. Jackson of Oakley Massachusetts is among the leaders as the contest continues.
An apparent leader with a seven stroke edge over the field is shown as Mrs. R. H. Barlow and Mrs. C. Vanderbeck of Philadelphia each at 90, ahead of rivals but only one stroke clear of Miss Fannie C. Os good of Wollaston Mass who was runner up in Boston last week.
Washington Conn June 2 Despondent over a failed reconciliation with his wife who had left for Torrington George Farmer hotel proprietor by Lake Waramaug shot himself in a lot near his home A neighbor heard a shot and asked what he was shooting at he replied a rat before turning the gun on himself.
Hartford June 2 Colonel Roosevelt will address a state wide Progressive conference in Hartford on July 23 with an afternoon session and a banquet. The event opens the state campaign and outlines party issues and action. Committees from the state central group and Hartford Progressive club will organize.
Reports say the town of Corinth Kentucky was wiped out by a major blaze. Separate commodity notes indicate butter prices at Elgin Illinois falling to 26 1/2 cents per pound as market conditions shift.
Middletown Conn June 2 Figures show intercollegiate and intramural athletics costs at Wesleyan last year. About sixty men participated in football baseball tennis basketball and track at a total expense of 11700 dollars. After adjusting for players on multiple teams the per man cost was about 200 dollars.
Frederick M. Brown and Joseph Ciglar Jr. of Bridgeport filed for bankruptcy yesterday stating they cannot pay the filing fee. The partnership liabilities total 13,712.69 with 7,658.10 unsecured. Secured debts cover work and materials supplied to the bankrupts.
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