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Newspaper
Bridgeport Evening Farmer
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Jun 05, 1916
Page
6
A Dillon's advertisement showcases white hemp straw braid hats white ban kok straw braid hats natural Panama hats open lace straw braid hats natural Leghorn hats all trimmed or untrimmed White wings flowers os trich feathers ribbons and trimming at wholesale prices It pays to trade at Dillon's.
Dr. A N Cook and G W Hobney at 670 State Street announce a practical fat reduction method not using drugs. They tout the Niles Normalizing Machine as safe for the heart, easing weight loss, improving circulation, and boosting well-being while avoiding harsh rules or risky remedies.
Indiana Republicans, several hundred strong, traveled to Chicago to back Charles W. Fairbanks for the presidential nomination. Two special trains carried about 800 supporters. more than 2,000 were expected from northern Indiana. A large Fairbanks parade is planned, and Fairbanks will stay at his home during the convention.
Mrs. Frederick W. Wren of 289 Golden Hill Street was operated on at St. Vincent's Hospital last evening for appendicitis. She is reported resting comfortably. Mrs. Wren became ill yesterday afternoon and was rushed to the hospital.
Weathered fragment shows an ad line for graduation baskets and bouquets attributed to John Beck and his two sons. The readable text hints at a classified want ad segment titled mer Want Ads with certificate wordings.
William C. Twombly of Stamford foreman at Ashcroft arte Co. plant will be the next district deputy for Connecticut of the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks. He was named at a meeting of the Past Exalted Rulers Association of Connecticut at Morris Cove. The election was unanimous with Torrington chosen as next meeting place.
Engagement announced Miss Signer Johnson of Hancock avenue to Mr. Frank Nole of Spring and East Streets. Informal dance hosted by Miss Ethel Byrnes of Stratfield closing the 1915 Club season with a late midnight lunch and guests including Ethel Duromp t Marion Lake Mae Burns and others. Mr and Mrs G E Reuther of Frank street celebrated their 25th wedding anniversary at Arion halls with American flags and a silver chest gift to him from the Arion society.
Henry H. Jennings, Hartford theater manager and past grand loyal knight of the Elks, is announced as a candidate for grand esteemed leading knight. He has lodge support across the state and elsewhere and expects strong backing from delegates at the national convention in Baltimore during the week of July 10.
Bridgeport Trade School to host a hack saw contest on Wednesday afternoon June 7 1916 at 2 45 PM. Students will each use a single blade to cut a 3 4 inch pipe in twenty minutes. Prizes include a Goodell Pratt Universal Surface Gage with micrometer, a Goodell Pratt pistol grip steel hack saw frame, and an adjustable steel hack saw frame. Officials include referee Thomas Fish and supervisor J F Johnson with Chester Z Lucas. Public admission is free.
Aram Donabedian of 1677 Seaview Avenue was struck on the head with a bottle yesterday. He required five stitches to close the wound at the emergency hospital and could not identify the assailant.
An odd advertisement offers Wart Remover free with purchase at Yrug Pharmacy located on 415 Airfield Ave. The quirky copy mentions “God the most beautiful hands” and promotes a beauty product sale, with emphasis on wart removal.
In Milford yesterday noon a drinking party aboard the oyster steamer William A. Cummings led to a fight. William Lewis aged 45 was struck and badly injured with a fractured skull and is in Bridgeport hospital with a fair chance of recovery. John Malavag his brother Tony Malavag and Dominick Mitchel were held by authorities and face continued cases without bail as witnesses were kept.
Dr Joseph Mahoney age 36 of 405 Coran avenue Shelton is in a serious condition at Bridgeport hospital after taking poison by mistake, then another irritant dose at his sister’s home. A stomach pump was used and his recovery chances are reported as not very good. The incident’s intent remains undetermined.
Mrs. May Busat of 612 Fairfield avenue suffered a concussion after stepping in front of an auto driven by Ray Pinda of Fairfield at the corner of Fairfield and West avenues Saturday evening. She was in fair condition at Bridgeport Hospital. Her husband was only lightly hurt. The couple had been married about a week. Pinda was not held.
A Hartford area ironworker Mr Welch reports relief from lifelong stomach trouble and constipation after using Lax-a-Tone. He mentions clearer skin improved appetite and the ability to eat without distress. The remedy is advertised as available at Hartigan's drug stores 81 Fairfield avenue and Main and Congress streets.
A fund honoring Margaret Faith Somerset aims to reach 5000 dollars for high school scholarships. Alumni Drama club and The Players plan productions including the comedy Don, with Grace D. Clarke coaching and a cast led by Julia Farnam and others. Thomas Flannery was discharged from Bridgeport Hospital after gas poisoning incidents.
The city council plans to elect Arthur J. Connor Republican leader in the Twelfth district as examiner of liens with a fixed salary of 2200 and, after July 1, to also become clerk of the board of appraisal of benefits and damages at 800, making total pay 3000. Also to be elected are Attorney George Finkelstone to replace Alderman Albert W. Grossarth, who resigns to become a policeman. Mayor Wilson will urge a new dance hall for Young Women's Christian Association and back motorization of the fire department and widening of Housatonic avenue. A public hearing will address Broad street extension north to Washington avenue, the widening of Housatonic avenue, and relaying Connecticut Co tracks on Noble avenue. Annual reports of the freedon commissioners and city attorney will be read.
Seven year old Anthony Sanchioni of 469 Housatonic avenue was injured when a heavy cellarway door fell on him at the Connecticut Breweries Co. on Housatonic avenue. He underwent surgery to relieve brain pressure and was resting comfortably at St. Vincent's hospital today. His chances of recovery are very good.
In Milford, Charlies Mulligan and John Fagan were tossed from a five passenger auto near Electric avenue as it overturned on the eastbound track. Mulligan of 376 Frank Street and Fagan of 76 Howard Avenue sustained arm and chest contusions but are recovering at home. The driver was uninjured and the car was towed. In a separate note, Congressman Claude Kitchin of North Carolina was renominated in the state primary.
The U S Chamber of Commerce reports this year's strawberry crop will exceed past records with an estimated value of at least 20 million dollars at production. Tennessee, Louisiana and Arkansas lead production with acres listed. total U S yield likely around 300 million quarts. Overall fruit production value is about 250 million dollars annually, with 35 million exported and 50 million imported, amid a global fruit trade near 500 million.
A novena to the Holy Ghost started June 1 in all Catholic churches of the Hartford diocese and will run through June 10. Indulgences may be earned during the ten day devotion.
Lafayette Ind June 5 The 11th annual national convention of the Travelers' Protective Association of America opens today with about 500 delegates and their wives in attendance.
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