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Newspaper
Bridgeport Evening Farmer
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Jun 03, 1912
Page
6
Hartford prosecutors claim D Hiselan, a known loan shark operator, has been driven from Philadelphia by a local agent after prior actions in Hartford. The State’s Attorney Stugh Alcorn cites Chapter 239 as authority and notes the suspect may have relocated to Brooklawn, New Jersey, while authorities continue to monitor for further activity.
Rev. William A. O Rourke, recently ordained at St. Joseph's Cathedral, Buffalo, celebrated his first solemn high mass at Sacred Heart church with several priests assisting. The event drew attendees from Bridgeport and surrounding areas, including relatives from multiple cities. O Rourke will serve in the Rockford diocese after a few weeks in Bridgeport.
A large crowd of stylish women attended an outdoor horse show at Belmont Park. Numerous participants rode or drove thoroughbreds and featured figures included Miss Harriet Alex, Miss Josephine Osborne, Mrs. J. B. Harriman, Miss Marie Tailer, Mrs. J. Lee Tailer, Vera Cravath, and Miss Mildren Den, among others, as the event concluded.
Poli's Theatre presents The Third Degree by Charles Klein this week in stock. The drama exposes police third degree methods and false confessions, with Wilson Melrose and Blan Hall in lead roles. The program includes matinees, receptions, and souvenir photos, followed by vaudeville and film at Casino theatre and Sea Breeze Island amusements.
In Philadelphia on June 3 at St John s Episcopal Church the Rev Dr George Chalmers Richmond denounced the churches way of handling criminals and wealth. He warned that God has forsaken the Episcopal Church and is shaping events outside churchly channels.
A letter to George in Bridgeport ends with a salesman claiming Devoe lead and zinc paint uses fewer gallons, lasts longer, costs less, and resists the need for repainting for years. The missive promises superior wear and long service compared to mixed paints, urging customers to choose Devoe for long lasting results.
Junior Commercial class outing at Beardsley park on June 14 features Carlton Chase reading class member characteristics and Miss Tilly Johnson offering advice. Senior exams approach while underclassmen tests shift. Senior class day and dance planned at Slocum's. Debates end for Junior Boys. athletic elections loom with several nominees and announced changes.
The French authorities forbid cremation of Margaret Cravens, Madison Indiana, who died by self-inflicted gunshot at 29 Rue Du Colisee in Paris. She studied music, was discouraged, and had just received a letter from America. She was the great-granddaughter of Judge John R. Cravens. an Indiana legislator relative is her uncle.
Anglers along the Great Lakes Niagara and St Lawrence regions in Canada and the United States pursue the fierce muskallonge this June. The fish is described as the gamest pike, a swift, powerful fighter that clashes with anglers from boat to shore.
Experienced librarians say boys aged ten to fifteen read more than at any other time. Visit Jackson's Book Shop at 986 988 Main Street for Optic Books Ellis Townsend and other writers. Pleasing prices for all titles and any ordered book not in stock.
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