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Newspaper

Bridgeport Evening Farmer

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Jun 07, 1909

Page

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Veterans Honor Dead Comrades in Elias Howe Post Service

Veterans gathered at Polls for memorial exercises honoring Elias Howe Post members lost in war. Attor ney Edward F. Hallen spoke, Fanny Crosby read a dedicated poem, and Commander Albert L. Zuggles gave a welcome as songs and readings filled the eve.

Elias Howe Elbert L. Ruggles Edward F. Hallen Board of Education Fanny Crosby Charles W. Scarritt Albert L. Zuggles Friends of the Grand Army Grand Army Ion

Murphy Runs Amuck Kills Five in Somerville Packing House

John J. Murphy killed five men and wounded three others in Somerville, Cambridge, as he roamed a packing house. He was to be arraigned in Somerville police court, unable to recognize family, and considered insane. Funerals held. several victims died of stomach or chest wounds.

Somerville United Press Cambridge John J. Murphy Murphy Thompson Crowe Shawmutt Place Yensen Gore Street John Carper Hastings Street Joseph I. Leverent Knapp Street Edwin Nourse Darrell Crowe

Mrs Eddy Shows Strength In Statement From Chestnut Hill

Boston dispatch reports Mary Baker G. Eddy, 88, appears strong and attends daily drives as question of her health is discussed. Eddy’s exclusive United Press statement asserts she exists in the flesh, is seen by household members, and that Christian Science prospers worldwide despite scrutiny. Eyewitness notes her calm, intelligent features during the drive.

United Press Boston Mary Baker G. Bady Della M. Gilbert Brooklyn Bostom Christian Science Leader Eddy Mary Baker Eddy Reece Porte Cochere Mrs. Eddy Calvin A. Frye Laura Sargent

Mass Meeting for Armenian Sufferers

A well attended mass meeting at the First M E church raised hopes for funds for Armenian sufferers. D H Meymarian thanked participants and thanked choir members, church staff, Rev H Davenport, W S Lacey and Rev Gerald H Beard, leaders of the committee.

M. EB D. H. Meymarian Armenia Park Street M. E H. A. Davenport W. 5. Lacey Gerald H. Beard

Mrs Curtis In Debt Despite Wealth Seeks Sale Approval

Elmore S Banks and John C Shaw as conservators for Mrs Julia Watt Morris Curtis of Fairfield apply in New York courts for permission to sell West 68th Street New York City to raise funds for debts and their allowances of 3500 each. They report a 175000 offer and relation to the estate of the late Mary of Harlem.

Elmore S. Banks John C. Shaw Julia Watt Morris Curtis Fairfield New York West 68Th Street New York City Curtis Mary Harlem

Danbury Hat Factories Plan Open-Shop Restart Tomorrow

Danbury manufacturers announce a shift to open shop next Tuesday with workers not to decide on accepting the proposal. The United Hatters union National Executive Committee will handle the workers' response, while executives say equity and permanent benefits will be provided. Union officials indicate no return to work under open shop terms.

Danbury United Press United Hatters’ Union United Hatters Union

Feud Leader Ed Callahan Shot in Breathitt County Kentucky

Jackson Kentucky June 7 Ed Callahan former Breathitt County sheriff and noted feud leader was fatally shot at his home by an unknown assailant. The killing shocks Breathitt as rival feuds intensify with residents arming rifles and many moving to the hills. Callahan had led feuds tied to Hargis and Deaton factions and his death may prompt a military response.

United Press Jackson Callahan Breathitt County James Hargis Hargis

Heinze case delayed until missing books found

New York June 7 United States District Attorney Wise said the Heinze indictment for misapplication of two million and a quarter tied to Mercantile National Bank will lead to further charges once the United Copper Company books are located. Sanford Robinson, ex United Copper director, aids Wise in finding the books and torn ledger pages. Subpoenaed United States Copper directors await book progress before grand jury actions.

United Press New York F. Augustus Heinze Mercantile National Bank United States Wise United Copper Company Heinze Sanford Robinson United States Copper Company Grand Jury

New Haven Weather Forecast Signals Pleasant Conditions

Weather indications show fair conditions for tonight and Tuesday in New Haven. A disturbance centered in Kansas brings higher temperatures and local showers between the Mississippi and the Rockies, while northern sections report cooler readings. The vicinity enjoys moderate temperatures and generally fair weather today.

United Press New Haven Rocky Mountains Kansas Mississippi River

Arnold on Ethics of Law Practice in Policing Case

Captain George Arnold questions lawyers advising suspects to stay silent amid the shooting of Lightning Fleming. He recounts a dialogue with Henry Greenstein and notes police aim to uncover truth within 24 hours, arguing prosecutors and courts should not shield criminals. Franzese and the Messinas confessed after Fleming’s shooting. Franzese claims Fleming threatened them, and Franzese fired to scare Fleming.

George Arnold Arnold Marti Henry Greenstein Luigi Franzese Lightning Fleming Greenstein Franzese Messinas Fleming

Commissioner Seeks Fair Handling of Detective Room Access

Police Commissioner Kershaw said he merely sought fairness in allowing Attorney Henry Greenstein into the detectives’ room during the early questioning of suspects in the Lightning Fleming shooting. He claimed no clash with the detective bureau and described how Greenstein was admitted after consultations with Superintendent Birmingham Captain Arnold and Prosecuting Attorney DeLaney, insisting his goal was to consider a legal point. Police sentiment viewed the move as a dangerous precedent if lawyers could routinely observe preliminary police interrogations.

Kershaw Detective Bureau Henry Greenstein Fleming Greenstein Birmingham Arnold DeLaney Police Department

Taft expected to sign tariff bill despite poor prospects

Washington June 7 President Taft will likely sign the tariff bill and avoid a veto, say Republican and White House sources. Critics note some provisions fall short, but Taft aims to finish business and adjourn for the summer. Congress may reconvene within six months if further action is demanded.

United Press Washington Taft Congress House of Representatives Mr. Taft

Death of Col Healy Civil War Veteran

New Haven June 7 Col John G Healy a Civil War hero of the Ninth Connecticut Volunteer Regiment died at his home aged 67 An Irish American figure of note in New England Healy after the war planned an Irish uprising in Ireland was jailed in Britain released after Seward intervened England initially balked but freed him He later served in the Civil War attained captain rank and held Treasury attaché and other local offices Funeral services will be attended by men distinguished in military and civil affairs.

Lena Mazon John Mason Patrolmenacs Walker Hallen Gettys Elias Howe Post Webster Clay Lincoln Libby New Haven John G. Healy Connecticut Volunteer New England Pemsland Ireland Seward Dngland England America Healy Treasury Department Washington

McCloud Strike Settled Italian Workers to Leave

McCloud Cal June 7 Italian strikers will depart the McCloud Lumber Company plant for good. The company will pay all savings in the bank and due back wages, plus cabin values. a three man committee will appraise cabin values. President Queall and Italian Consul General Rocca supervised. Plant to close most of the summer as replacements cannot be found. The company will not raise past wage levels.

United Press McCloud Cal McCloud Lumber Company Queall Lumber Company Salvatore Rocca

Powder explosion at Cracow devastates town

Vienna reports a powder magazine near Cracow railway station exploded likely from lightning. About 500 injured, many feared dead, 150 passengers hurt as a train was entering. Over $1,000,000 in ammunition destroyed. many buildings wrecked and several soldiers' bodies recovered. Hospitals overflow with victims.

United States Vienna Cracow Poland

Final Round In Harbor Grab Plan At Council Meeting

Contested harbor line grab showdown may end tonight as Common Council votes on discontinuing the city line. Backers claim concessions and gains from a mixed council majority while opponents warn of a loss of water front control. Harbor factions, including shipowners and oyster interests, mobilize for influence at the hearing and meeting.

Lee New Haven Railroad Friends of the City Line Mahoney Ter Main Street Ely Mates Association America Oyster Protective Association of Connecticut Sady the Rachel Oyster Company Stratford Oysters Company

Cotton Schedule Debated in Senate With Amendments Adopted

In Washington on June 7, Dolliver of Iowa and Aldrich of Rhode Island clashed over the cotton schedule as Aldrich rebuked Beveridge. Aldrich's amendment included all cotton cloth components under duties, and the amended paragraph was adopted on a 41 to 26 vote. Dolliver protested the inclusion of cotton window hollands, arguing a duty rise beyond the Dingley law.

Senate United Press Washington Dolliver Iowa Aldrich Rhode Island Beveridge Bridge

Shot and killed during waiting murder trial in St Louis

At the federal courts building in St Louis Fred Mi was shot dead at noon today while awaiting trial for the murder of Sam Young. Investigators believe members of Young's group carried out the shooting after ignoring attorney warnings. Mohrle, eight, was also killed in a feud related to the same case.

St. Louis Fred Mi Federal Courts L Ing T Sam Young Ers

Piano bargains and furniture ads at 915 Main Street

Classified section lists furnished rooms at 276 Lafayette St and multiple piano sales including Haynes Upright $110 Steinway $3250 and Organs at low prices. Offers easy payments with shop details The M Steinert Sons Co 915 Main St near State and F Fetch Piano Co 84 Noble Ave. Committee warns readers about typewriter work scams.

Haynes Upright Martin & Son Bradford, Gabler Keller Steinway M. Steinert & Sons Co Main St State M. Steinert & Sons, Co Main Street F. Fetch Piano Co Noble Avenue

Bridgeport Gaelic Club Calls Special Meeting on June 8

A special Bridgeport Gaelic Athletic Club meeting is set for Tuesday evening June 8 1909 at Emmet hall State street at 8 oclock sharp. Officers to be elected and other important business will be discussed. All members urged to attend.

Broad St Su.ite Bridgeport Gaelic Athletic Club Emmet Hall State Street James Fitzgerald Geo H. Wood

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