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Newspaper
Bridgeport Evening Farmer
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Jun 03, 1914
Page
9
A list of market prices shows fresh haddock and bluefish from Boston, fillets and fish portions priced per 12 and 30 cents each, mackerel and flounders by the pound, herring by the piece or two for five cents, oranges at 18 for 25 cents, and brinagh pears per peck at 12 cents. Prices reflect varied items like eggs, butter, and other staples in a city market column.
In light winds the yacht race between Resolute and Vanitie began near Rye with a shortened 26 mile course. The Vanitie led early but Resolute finished about a minute and a half ahead, unofficial times showing Resolute 1 61 06 and Vanitie 1 62 58 as the race advanced.
Funeral rites held from the home of Mrs Eliza Landon Wheston widow of John J Atkinson. David F Read head of D B Mead Co merchant bar and philanthropist lay in state in the northeast drawing rooms of the mansion. Rev Stephen Fish Sherman officiated at St Johns Church service with several church members attending and pallbearers listed. Burial followed in Mountain Grove Cemetery in the Atkinson family plot.
A Superior Court case centers on a license transfer dispute at 1782 Main Street involving Gosch and J. B. McDermott. Gosch claimed a contract to purchase the license, but McDermott held the valuable document, triggering a legal question over who rightfully owns or can complete the license transfer.
Johnson was appointed in the probate court as administrator of the estate of his wife Florence F. Johnson. She was killed at the roundhouse, Fairfield, several nights ago by being run down by an automobile driven by E Sprott of the city. Mrs. was formerly employed as a clerk in Locksinger's restaurant on Stratford Avenue.
In New Britain on June 1 Judge W. F. Manxan sentenced Margee Mur ae to fourteen months in jail for grabbing and kissing five young women on the city’s streets last Monday. The incident occurred near Fairfield Pavilion where Bennings orchestra, directed by J. Collins, was preparing to perform Saturday evening.
In Brattleboro Vermont trial, Miss Lucy Townsend, nurse for Mrs Brenton, testified about severe conditions at Brattleboro asylum and Linden Lodge. She described poor food, a patient throwing a dish, and Holman losing 11 pounds after two weeks under Dr Lawton and Brenton’s doctors amid alleged conspiracy.
Testimony questions Morgan influence and New Haven operations in a boardroom session. Elton claims earnings were insufficient for prior dividends and a dividend cut from three to a lower percent was chosen. He recalls discussions on campaign contributions and asserts directors now rely less on a single man and hold leaders more accountable.
Margaret Sutjak, ten months old, daughter of Andre Sutjak of 106 Garden Street, died this morning from injuries after falling down the front stairs yesterday afternoon. Her eight year old sister was nearby when the accident occurred. Dr. H W Herman attended at 11 o'clock last night and found the child unconscious.
Patrick Crowe cafe owner of 597 Broad Street married Josephine Otis 34 of 151 Milne Street this morning at St Augustins Church by Rev John J Kennedy. The report notes a potential pickpocket incident involving Byron Dee or loss from his vest pocket.
Prominent divines addressed the 70th annual New England conference of the A M E church at the Zion church Broad and Gregory streets. Bishop Alexander Waiters of New York presided assisted by Bishops Clinton and Caldwell. The opening featured an old fashion love feast and formal organization with officers elected including Recording Sec Rev Mr Smith and conference reporter Cleveland G Allen. Delegates from across the country gathered to discuss improving the Negro living standard in the south and church welfare during a five day session. Mayor Wilson to welcome delegates at tonight's opening program with the church choir to perform.
Lieutenant April 23 1915 or 1895? Rest of text confirms anniversaries for Captain William Anderson at Third Precinct and Captain John Hante at Second Precinct. Detective Sergeant Peter H Hall marked 21 years with the department from 1893 and 1910. Doorman William H Taylor noted 21 years, with prior roles as side partner for Traffic Policeman Al Goulden and later doorman from 1893.
Alderman H H Jennings of Hartford a past exalted ruler and grand esteemed loyal knight in the Elks seeks the grand exalted leading knight at the Golden Jubilee reunion to be held in Denver July 13 to 19 He is a charter member and principal organizer of Bridgeport lodge and has 33 years of membership A Hartford party departs July 9 in special Pullman cars with Capt Howard W Cotter and delegates joining from Bridgeport and Danbury.
The Chicago brickmakers strike, tying up building work and idling 150,000 men for three months, ended last night. Workers earning under 40 cents an hour receive a one cent raise to improve pay, while manufacturers gain full control over hiring and firing decisions.
Washington June 3 Senator Cummins proposed an amendment rewrite to hold railroads generally liable for interstate shipment losses. He argued the Carmack amendment nullified state laws and let carriers limit liability to the bill of lading value. He urged passage of a law requiring payment of actual loss unless rates were approved by the Interstate Commerce Commission.
The Olivet Congregational church Men’s League invites local citizens to a Thursday night event. Dinner at 7, with former Mayor E T Buckingham as toastmaster, music by the Criterion quartet, and entertainment by Alexander Howell. Judge Robert Carey of Jersey City will speak on Commission Government. Mayor Wilson also expected to attend.
Miss Marion Hopkins announced engagement to William Nelson Mackenzie at a card party at her Fremont Street home. MacKenzie, son of Mr and Mrs R J Mackenzie, will graduate from Yale this month. No wedding date has been set.
Miss Lucy Price of Cleveland, an anti-suffragist, urged women not to vote in speeches at moving picture houses and Graves ice cream parlors. Visiting Bridgeport under the local association, she spoke to working girls and planned further talks at Lane's, and Mrs Rufus Bunnell's home, with free meetings open to all.
Clifford J. Lewis of 1005 Howard avenue, Harry Quinn's Dowling alleys manager, released on 500 bonds, arraigned June 25 for reckless driving while intoxicated after colliding with a Southport wagon injuring four men. He denies intoxication claiming poor visibility and unlit wagon rear. Leo Beat posted bond for him.
Final arguments in the federal suit to break up what the government calls the largest combination among anthracite directors. The case, filed in 1913 under the Sherman act and the commodities clause, seeks breakup of Reading company and its rail and coal interests. The government asks disposal of Reading railway and coal holdings and separation of related lines to prevent transport of products in which Reading has an interest.
New York June 3 opening trading showed steady market with small volume. New Haven recovered nearly a point before losing it again while sugar fell about one point. By noon steadiness persisted as shorts covered slowly and outside liquidation weighed against dividend prospects. General Electric Net declined, bonds remained steady.
Judge Tuttle rules in Stratford case where Katherine Socha sues Joseph Socha and August Brill to set aside a Hollister Heights conveyance. The court declares Brill’s title valid and awards costs to the defendants, despite Socha claiming failure to support family.
Catherine Hunt Clark died today at St Vincent's hospital after a several day illness. She formerly worked at G C Batcheller & Co and was active in Catalpa circle Foresters of America. Survived by two sisters Nora Hunt and Mrs Peter Rowley and a brother John Burt.
Finest woolens and silk poplin in rich colors and distinctive styles. Every suit model no two alike with wonderful tailoring and seas-inspired styles. Latest prices were $25 to $35 per suit, now offered on the second floor at 318.
Red Top Conn June 3 A rumor that Harvard mascot the goat reached New London and joined a launch at a training camp circulates as Yale crews paddled toward the navy yard. Coaches deploy crews on the Thames for light workouts while officials seek confirmation of the animal’s whereabouts amid campus chatter.
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