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Newspaper
Bridgeport Evening Farmer
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Jun 03, 1911
Page
6
Hartford Superior Court hears the case as Insurance Commissioner Macdonald seeks a $3,500 payment. Proceedings focus on the claim and the observance of regulatory authority. The hearing places the state official in a legal matter amid ongoing enforcement actions.
Prominent New Haven law firm seeks 5000 for services rendered as receiver for Aetna Indemnity Co of Hartford. Theodore H. Macdonald, receiver, appeared before Judge Williams, requesting 8500 compensation from Jan 7 1911. The firm Alling Webb and More claimed laborious work across 135 suits in multiple states, with extensive daily duties by Macdonald while still Insurance Commissioner. Judge Williams denied ancillary receiver but granted appraisers' and settlement-related payments.
New Haven June 3 Judge Richard H Hyner of the city court wed Miss Grace Brethauer daughter of former Town jerk Frederick H Brethauer then departed for Europe with Judge Mathewson a de facto judge as lone judge. Senate passed resolution to reapoint Tyner but House did not act. Commission expires June 11. Opposition reportedly may develop in the House unless the court judge ship dispute is settled.
Bridgeport Lodge No. 289 Loyal Order of Moose held an evening meeting with 52 candidates approved and applications for membership received. A committee including Kershaw, R F Phelps and John Fant was appointed to design a handsome banner for the Seaside Council R A. Guests from nearby towns attended, led by Grand Regent Edward F. Pride and staff.
In New Haven on June 3 authorities say the Second National Bank building will be lifted intact and moved to the lot near Chapel Street by the old Public Library once the government accepts the Tontine site for the new post office. The bank aims to avoid tearing down and plans to rent the old library only after the move is complete.
The Poli theatre offers a ten cent bargain leading to a night of George M. Cohan musical comedy Forty Five Minutes from Broadway with a full stock cast, a 15 member chorus, and a touring company. Patrons receive a cool venue, palm leaf fans, programs, and reading material while draft of a silk gown and a hat coupon lure women shoppers. The show mixes drama and music, with Miss Tyrrell and Mr. Ince among cast, a seven by seven chorus, and electrograph views between acts. Seats for the week are on sale at the box office.
Rt Rev J J Nilan urges Catholic parishioners to honor the Sacred Heart this month with daily devotions for plenary indulgence and a daily seven years seven quarantines grant. A plenary indulgence is possible for visits and a full month’s private devotions plus ten public devotions and sacraments. Peter's Pence offerings will be taken up tomorrow across the diocese to support the Holy See, urging Catholics to share church expenses for its million children. The Hartford Times notes public utilities debate, urging broader state regulation of transportation firms and improved public protection beyond the current majority-heavy railroad friendly board.
Woodbury will court fines Mrs C J Hinman of Brooklyn and her son Jack five dollars each plus costs on four counts including assault breach of the peace and destruction of property. They appealed and were released on five hundred dollar bonds. Witnesses testified Mrs Hinman and her son drove up and accused Charles W Lewis of abducting her daughter Elsie, then brandished revolvers and broke a door glass.
The La Vita man tours Bridgeport with free concerts and demonstrations claiming to cure rheumatism paralysis and deafness through vibratory hygienic methods. He offers paid examinations and nominal treatment fees while distributing five dollar gifts to the oldest attendees.
In the very center of Ev many transit options place hotels close to Broadway lines. From G C Station take a direct Broadway car to the hotel or subway to Columbus Circle, one minute from Beeeee Buites. The ad lists rooms with baths at various rates and invites readers to send for a Free City Guide from YW. SOHNSON QUENN, Prop.
The Catskill Hotel Kaaterskill in the mountains has new ownership. Louis Frenkel, longtime Hotel Albert proprietor, has leased and renovated it to first class condition. Climate and location praised as unmatched. Facilities include garage boating fishing golf tennis and convention assembly rooms for 1000 with symphony orchestra and attractions for the younger set. Manager is Harrison S. Downs. Berkeley Lyceum booking office listed.
A concise adage asserts merchants never fail when they advertise as well and as much as possible, underscoring a historical belief in robust promotion to sustain business success.
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