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Newspaper

Bridgeport Evening Farmer

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Jun 05, 1911

Page

3

State Lumber Men Summoned to U S Court

Subpoenas served on Louis Mansfield and other officers of the Connecticut lumber dealers association, summoning them to the United States Circuit Court as the government pursues the so called Lumber trust. Officials named include A Schumaker, Fred Lynch, J Lake, W H Woodward, Frank H Faxton, Harry Turner, J Fox, Horaceatch, H L Plate, W B Becky, H W Dammon, A R Plumley, and F H Barnes. Hugh Lavery sues William J Packtor for 200 dollars in the court of common pleas over goods.

United Press New Haven Louis Mansfield Lumber Dealers Association of Connecticut United States Circuit Court Lumber Trust State Lumber Dealers’ Association A. Schumaker Waterbury Fred Lynch Anson

Obituary notices for Bray Hourigan Ellison deaths

Obituaries dated June 3 1911 record Mary Ann Connor Bray wife of William Bray aged 62 funeral June 6 at 8 20 am from 6 Center Street extension to St Patrick s church high mass at 9 am burial St Michael s cemetery also James Hourigan funeral June 6 from 161 Steuben Street to St Mary s church Dain then interment St Michael s cemetery John J Ellison aged 71 with funeral June 6 at 4 pm from Henry E Bishop s Mortuary Chapel to Grove Cemetery interment to follow notes from Dabs

Bray Mary Ann (Connor William Bray Center Street St.Patrick's Church Ter Henry E. Bishop Fairfield Avenue Grove Cemetery

Mary Emma Renton Sues for Divorce Over Infidelity in Bolton

Mary Emma Renton of this city files for divorce against Joseph Renton claiming misconduct with Agnes McNeught in Bolton England on October 1 1910. Renton married December 18 189? and formerly Mary Denby. Papers were filed this morning in the civil superior court.

Bolton England Mary Emma Renton Joseph Renton Agnes McNeught Sid Renton Renton Mary Denby Civil Superior Court

Christian Science Mother Church In Annual Meeting

Boston June 5 annual business meeting of the Christian Science Mother Church announced officers: President Judge Clifford H. Smith First reader John C. Lat hrop Second reader Miss Grace E Collins cashier Stephen A. Pease clerk John Dittmore. Clerk’s report shows record membership growth and finances in satisfactory condition. Reports cited growth in the United States and abroad including England Australia and South Africa.

United Press Boston Christian Science Mother Church Clifford H. Smith John C. Lathrop New York Grace E. Collins Stephen A. Pease Fall Rier John Dittmore Christian Science United States England Australia South Africa

One Body Recovered From Utah Lake Disaster

Salt Lake Utah June 5 only one body has been recovered from Utah Lake where six persons were drowned yesterday when a launch capsized near the shore. Rescue work continues as authorities identify victims and search for the remaining missing men.

United Press Salt Lake Utah Utah Lake

McKinney divorce case linked to a senator's image

McKinney Texas based divorce suit notes his wife's dislike of Senator Bailey as a key factor. Springfield Missouri clerk Volker Mills marries Beulah Paden head waitress at Colonel Hotel. New Rochelle Paris Lee a negro waif termed Pied Piper at the city hall. Rat catch scene reports seven rats removed and another slain. New York two dozen rum bottles found in Port Washington ruins left by Hessians. Annie Peck sails for Peru to plant a suffrage league flag at peak if successful. Pat the cat commits suicide by leaping from Hotel Plaza. Dixon Illinois Emory Kinkaid insult leads to Aaron Mighalla killing him with a fist blow. Pittsburg minister Dietrich notes lack of support for funding church work. Pittsburg Charles Price 28 claims world record for regular Sunday attendance since 1891.

Springfield Volker V. Mills Department of Commerce and Labor Washington Beulah Paden Colonel New Rochelle Parson Lee

Greens Farms Church 200th Birthday Celebrated Soon

Greens Farms church marks its 200th anniversary with a three day program starting June 11 including a historical sermon by Rev Charlton Bates Strayer, a tablet unveiling by sculptor Gutzon Borglum, and a joint communion service with area churches. Monday plans include a church society meeting to rename the parish from Associated Presbyterian to Congregational, and Tuesday features the Fairfield West Association annual meeting with speakers and luncheon.

Greens Farms Greens Farms Congregational Society Gutzon Borgium Serman Charlton Betes Strayer Bas-Riliet Gutzon Borglum Fairfield Southport Greenfield Hill Westport Weston Everett C. Elwood Christian Endeavor Ratly Henry Davie D Chri Endeavor J. Frank Elwood Robert J. Thomson Henry] Davies Congregatonal St. Paul's Episcopal Trinity Episcopal Methodist Episcopal Christ Episcopal of Methodist Episcopal of Saugatuck Norfield General Assembly Presbyterian Society of Greens Farms Congregational Society of Greens Farms Bury Machamux Farfield Daniel Chapman Fairfield West Association of Churches and Tauncheon C. B.strever John DePeu M. Louisa Hyde Packard D. D W. H. Holman Wm. H. Burr Fanny Crosby Aburtasen Church Edward T. Bedford Esa Schiesser George P. Jennings Frank Child Connecticut Charlton Bates Strayer Fairfield West Association of Churches Pirst Park Street Olivet West End King's Highway Bridgeport Stratford St. Paul's

Strong Reason For Municipal Right Of Water Plant

Residents of Manchester South district protest the dismantling of water hydrants by the private water company after the district refused an allegedly excessive bill. A residence fire showed firemen lacking water facilities until a hydrant was provided, prompting further district anger and the company’s threatened actions. The dispute centers on outdated charges and the municipality’s right to water service.

Manchester Sth Manchester Water Company Rydeante i

Expresses On Naugatuck Division Running Today

For the first time in Naugatuck division history the Boston to New York express runs via Waterbury and Bridgeport. Two daily trains start today in opposite directions, with morning departures from New York and Boston at 8 am. Schedules show 9:15 arrival in Bridgeport and 10:07 Waterbury, and 11:59 Waterbury to Bridgeport at 12:45. The route, while timing the same now, is expected to shorten overall travel time later.

Naugatuck New York, New Haven & Hartford Raiload Boston-New York Express Angonia Waterbury Bristol Bridgeport Hartford New York Boston Brass City Staton

Sister Dead and Dying After Auto Wreck near Shrewsbury

Worcester report states Mar guerite Ryan remains on dangerous list in hospital following a car crash near Shrewsbury. Sister Katherine Ryan, 19, is dead. Four other party members are injured. Car owned by John F. Quarn, 50, trustee of Thomas Street Methodist Church. Passengers include Mrs. William Roussa, 35, C. J. Breen of Detroit, and Frank Winchester, Frohsint Club steward.

United Press Worcester Marguerite Ryan Shrewsbury Katherine John F. Quarn Thomas Street Methodist Church Ryan William Roussau

Fire damages at old Stamford opera house block

Special from United Press reports a morning blaze in the old opera house block owned by the James I Raymond estate. Damages totaled 1000 to the dental offices of Drs Phillip H Brown and Phillip W Prior and 500 to the building, insured. Cause unknown but mice nibbling matches suspected.

United Press Stamford Opera House James I. Raymond Phillip H. Brown Phillip W. Prior

Bridgeport Property Tax Reductions Under Review

Bridgeport assessors prepare lists for inspecting properties where tax relief was granted. With over 10,500 taxpayers, fewer than 200 reduction requests are filed, most in the 200 to 300 dollar range. Some reductions are approved, while others are raised after review.

Board of Assessors Board of Relief

County Tax Fixing Meeting Set for June 14

County commissioners and local officials from this county will meet on June 14 to address county affairs and fix the county tax. They will present figures on expenses for the current fiscal year and funds needed for the coming year. The usual county tax rate is one tenth of a mill.

Ford

Obituary: Capt Theo dore B Howell dies in New York

News of the death of Capt. Theodore B. Howell of 446 East Main Street New York City reached the city yesterday morning causing grief among friends. Howell had been a patient at Post Graduate Hospital New York and was esteemed by many who knew him. Previously he was connected with the Pequonnack Yacht Club and resided with his family on East Main Street.

Theodore B. Howell East Main Street New York City Howell Post Graduate Hospital New

Auto Co to Locate in South Norwalk

The Austin Automobile Company of Grand Rapids Michigan plans to locate in South Norwalk. Local Merchants and Manufacturers association officers report a free site has been offered and concessions on water and electric power rates are available.

United Press South Norwalk Austin Automobile Company of Grand Rapids Mich Merchants & Manufacturers Association Western Concern

Weather Indications Forecast For New Haven Area

Weather forecast from United Press indicates tonight and Tuesday will be fair and warmer with moderate southwest winds. Disturbances over the eastern Tyke region and North Dakota bring cloudy and rainy weather to northern sections, while southern areas enjoy pleasant conditions. Unsettled weather with showers expected in the vicinity.

United Press New Haven Tyke Region North Dakota Rocky

Freed as a jailed lover in theft case

Harry Clark, a young father, was arrested Saturday on a complaint by Dralne Burns for stealing $100 from the woman he planned to marry. Prosecutor Redden ordered his discharge, citing unclear need for authorities in their financial dispute. Clark had not decided to marry Burns when released.

Harry Clark Dralne Burns Clark Redden Miss Barns Marriaee

Fenton Promoted to Military Science Chief at A&M College

Lieut. L C Fenton named professor of military science and cadet commandant at Texas A&M, succeeding Capt. Andrew Moses. Fenton oversees a 12 company infantry regiment, field artillery battery, 35 piece band, and bugle corps, with full discipline and quarters, mess, health, and furlough duties. He married Margaret Hawley in December 1909.

Channcey Menton War Department Andrew Moses Agricultural and Mechanical College of Tesus United States Fenton Maguerite W. Hawley Charles W. Hawley

Democrat Taft Banner Aims To Beat Republicans In Ninth District

Special from United Press Council Bluffs Iowa June 5 The light vote is expected today in the ninth district to elect a successor to Judge Smith elevated to the United States Circuit Court Bench The issue is Canadian reciprocity with Taft banner carried by State Senator W A Cleveland the Democratic nominee while reciprocity is opposed by Judge W R Green The result is closely watched Judge Smith a Republican standout won last year by 1 42 in a district of 4000 normally connected to the national reciprocity debate and Taft formulation of reciprocity plan.

United Press Council Bluffs Smith United States Taft W. A. Cleveland W. R. Green Progressive Republicc

Linen Shower for Miss Elsie Keiser before wedding

Miss Elsie Keiser, soon to wed Herbert Saabyc of this city, received a linen shower at 584 Wood avenue hosted by Miss Alice Sistrand. Guests included Alice Plunkett Nellie Foley Isabel Thomson Annie Daley Melvina Gazzalo May Gazzalo Edith Wilson Sulla Anderson Agnes Reiley Lola McGrath Gertrude McGrath Gertrude Bancroft Carrie Bayette Grace Kelsey Alice Sistrand and Mrs A Thomson.

Elsie Keiser Herbert Saabyc Alice Sistrand Wood Avenue Alice Plunkett Nellie Foley Isabel Thomson Annie Daley Melvina Gazzalo May Gazzalo Edith Wilson Sulla Anderson Agnes Reiley Lola McGrath Gertrude McGrath Gertrude Bancroft Carrie Bayette Grace Kelsey A. Thomson

Judge Landis Starts Lumber Trust Probe

A special Federal Grand Jury was impaneled by Judge Landis to investigate the lumber trust and allied interests, with Clark McKercher and District Attorney Sims in charge. The jurors were warned to keep their work secret as subpoenas reach many major lumbermen and paper manufacturers.

Chicago Lumber Trust Judge Landis Clark McKercher Washington Sims Landis

Reviva Cream and Revivicator Demonstration Ad

A vintage ad promotes Reviva Cream as a skin aid combining cold cream and massage cream benefits. It touts Revivicator device to enhance effects and offers Reviva Cream priced 50e and 1, with a free Revivicator with the $1 jar, plus phone number 832.

Howand’s Plaids In All Dimensions And Styles

Howand offers fine plaids in sully dimensions with attractive checks, tasteful plain colors, and pure white. Some are single color, others finished with a contracting trim. Sizes range 32 to 46, available in nearly every style offered.

Young women's suits go on sale at new lower prices

A small collection of young women’s suits, including serge, fine woolens, black and white fabrics and striped materials, are reduced. Former prices ranged from 12 50 to 25 dollars, now chopped to final sale.

Last Week for Naushon Dresses at 3 50

Last week for Naushon dresses $3.50. Till end of this week a dress in seven gold Naushon gingham styles can be made to your measure for $3.50. Full service includes fabric and findings and making.

Naushon

Taft rebukes slur on Jews in Army officer case

Taft orders special examination for Joseph Bloom Jr, son of a Fort Myer Jewish tailor, amid accusations by Colonel Garrard that Jews face prejudice. Correspondence released shows Garrard alleging untrue claims about Jewish applicants. Taft cites intolerance in the army and calls the statements unfounded and narrow.

United Press Washington, Jones Joseph Garrard Reimand Fort Myer Taft Joseph 4. Bloom Garrard Posti Lucy Post W Taft Freeret Ly Quer Wemy

President orders remandment in row face prejudinn

The report states the President ordered a remandment linked to a row face prejudinn. Details are sparse and the document emphasizes the action but lacks a full description of charges, parties, or dates. Further context is not provided in the fragment.

Farrard

Legislator Pleads Guilty To Bribery And Fined $500

A legislator pleaded guilty to bribery charges and was fined $500 with costs. The judge ordered no additional prison time and indicated other legislators were not implicated in the current report.

Tere Eyunt Htodos Kinkead Terrerer New Keune

Bigamist pleads guilty and is held in Yonkers case

A bigamist case from Yonkers proceeds to the next term after a brief hearing. Gracey Charles Math faced charges for marrying Mrs. Rote Not while already married. he was arrested upon the alleged marriage to Miss Ch Tesh. Prosecution details were outlined by The Superior Court.

Apectal Teem United Presa New Avon Pieatine Gener Bigami Charles Math Yonkers Baliert

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