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Newspaper

Bridgeport Evening Farmer

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Jun 07, 1915

Page

5

Naval Academy Gouging Plot Investigated at Annapolis

Naval board probes alleged gouging scheme linked to the U S Naval Academy. Seven midshipmen face disciplinary action as investigations continue. Court ruling confirms jurisdiction. lawyers send telegrams to Secretary Daniels protesting and seeking relief.

Naval Academy “Gouging Annapolis Naval Board Churees Fia Academy Alresty Eall Tie Bay Midshipmen Investigaton Daniels Washington

Arms works to be ready Sept

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Ledius Bydranta

Germany to Pay for Sinking of Greek Steamer

June 7 Athens reports the German government agrees to compensate Greek steamer owners for the April 28 torpedoing of the steamer by German naval forces in the North Sea. Two experts valued the vessel and compensation terms were announced by Berlin.

Germany Athens Geran Resiponsi Ger Tanic Mabanerine Jaa Biltic Sas Ingrose Veason

King Constantine Weaker Reported in Fragmented Notice

Fragmented OCR yields a historical notice with scattered names and locations. It mentions King Constantine, a baptismal or funeral context, St Michaels Cemetery, and interment details. The text includes addresses and ad listings, offering work and care services, plus a general delivery contact.

Zeppelins raid England and Western Front battles deepen

War dispatches report the third Zeppelin raid on England last night, with five killed and 40 wounded as bombs struck the east coast. A British aviator destroyed a Zeppelin over Belgium. German sources claim heavy fighting on the western front, Austro German advances toward Lemberg and Galicia, and an Italian push across the Tsonto river near Gradisca. Turkish claims say allies defeated as heavy losses cited, while Russian and German actions include mine warfare and sinking ships in the Aegean and Baltic regions.

England Belgium Berlin Humbergod Harwich Amur Sitiny Baltic Proareca Galicia Vienna Lemberg Tsonto Gulf of Tries Besun Udine Italy Gradisca Campaten Pecinsiie War Office Bate Sea Ruslan Petrograd Gulf of Higa Aegean Sea Star of the West Sunlicht

Official Views of 'World's War' Berlin Dispatch June 7

German war office reports renewed French attacks on the southern slopes of hills in the western theatre. Despite incendiary devices, trenches held and most assaults repelled. In the eastern theatre near Kurechang and Kurtowiany, Russian advances yielded 3,340 prisoners and 19 machine guns. Riverbank areas south of the Wiemen cleared to Tolmusis to Saptzy ski.

Berlin War Office Ahatisei Hemteme Sous-Toutvent Soissons Vanquele Yaokead Kurechang Windau Kurtowiany Randynikt Wiemen Tolmusis Saptzyski

Probation System Criticized as Farce in City Court

Rev Chas, probation officer, denouncesparole violation cycles as repeat offenders face courts again. A two year old boy, John Bridicke, fell from a second story window at 150 Willard Street and may have skull fractures. Tonight the common council holds a hearing on extending Willard Street from Harrison to Courtland, supported by City Plan Commission and local property owners led by William P Kirk.

Chas John Bridicke Léeonamt Bridicke Willard Street Bridgeport Common Council Harrison Courtland Street City Plan Commission Wiliam P. Kirk

Personal Mention Of Fi Heine At Black Rock Vacation

Fi Heine, bookkeeper in the department of finance of the Ipcel post office, is on a fifteen day vacation, parts of which are spent at his residence in Black Rock.

Fi Heine Department of Finance Ipcel Dave Black Rock

Militiamen Push Camp Ballot for Commission Vote

Local Coos Artillery Corps members pressed to vote on a commission form of government via a special camp ballot on June 19 as they break camp at Fort Wright. Officers may be appointed as election officials to collect militia ballots on the ground, with printing costs borne by volunteers if needed. Charging with Civil War precedent, the plan aims for a fair, orderly process on the camp grounds despite voting machines at the city.

lIocal Coos Artillery Corps N. G Fort HG Wright Bridgeport Camp Ernand Joseph M. Harrison 11Th Company Wilson Lieut Harrison State Armory Tenight

Coroner Links Missing Man to Laborer’s Death

Coroner Phelan rules Thomas Doine died from a fractured skull after a fight among Bridgeport arms plant laborers. The criminal act of Antonio Delisa is blamed, with Delisa missing and thought to be trying to flee the country and reenlist.

Phelan Thomas Doine Bridgeport Antonio Delisa Polea Delisa Asht Delis

Thaw Case Postponed Again To June Sixteen

The Harry Thaw insanity case in New York has been postponed from today to June 16 as counsel sign a stipulation delaying action until the Ruter court issues its decision. If the Court of Appeals has not ruled by then, another postponement is likely.

New York Harry H. Thaws Ruter Court of Appeals

Police Probe After Sullivan Death At Saloon Shed

Police investigate a possible foul play link to Patrick Sullivan found dead in a shed behind Martin Buren saloon at Middle Street and Golden Hill Street. Witnesses say he appeared injured entering the saloon after a dispute over a refused drink, with a fractured skull cited in the coroner inquiry.

Patrick Sullivan Martin Buren Middle Street Golden Hil Street Sullivan Nicht Blute Dave

Supreme Commander of Lady Foresters Visits Bridgeport

Supreme Commander Mary A. Felin and secretary Miss Agnes Brady of Pitladelphia toured Bridgeport today arranging the biennial convention to be held in Odd Fellows hall on Broad Street starting September 21 and for several days thereafter.

Bains Mary A. Felin Lady Foresters of America Agnes Brady Pitladelphia Odd Fellows’ Hall Broadtreet

Break All Records Saturday At Post Office Bank Dept

Bridgeport sees a surge in business with many newcomers as Saturday’s Postal Savings department handles 43 066 at the main office marking a record day. Court Marina FP of A. will convene a key meeting at Foresters hall on Cannon street to plan the 25th anniversary celebration, with a 15 member committee to report on arrangements and decorations.

Post Office Bank Dept Bridgeport Postal Savings Department Court Marina Foresters Cannon Street Roresere Eraves

Land Damages Plotted in City Bridge Plan Reach 225000

City Plan commission says land condemnation for the eastern Stratford avenue approach to the new Stratford Avenue Bridge will cost at least 225000, in addition to a 400000 bond for the structure. The Bridge Commission proceeds with its plan despite a forthcoming report from the special committee, as property owners await estimates on damages.

Bridge Commission Special Committee City Plan Commission Stratford Avenue Dorr R. Whitney Special Commission Whitney

Obituary notes for Christina Clairmont and others in city records

A sequence of obituaries and death notices from a Bridgeport area paper lists Christina Clairmont of 117 Black Rock avenue as a 63 year old resident who died at home. Other deaths include baby Irving F Richardson at 776 Noble avenue, Sarah Ribble Johnston at 43 Merchant street, Catherine Von Ostrand at Bridgeport hospital, Anna A Sniffen at 172 Fifth street, and John Reid, veteran watchmaker, with service details and interment in Park Cemetery. Surviving relatives, ages, and affiliations with local churches and societies are mentioned for several, along with interment plans in Norwalk and Rosendale and biographical notes.

Christina Clairmont Christina Charles J. Clairmont Black Rock Avenue Irving P. Richardson Irving F Irving and Ethel Perkins Richardson Noble Avenue Sarah Ribble Johnston Sarah Ribble Nelson Townston C. H Shannon Merchant Street Johnston Catherine von Ostrand Bridgeport Hospital von Ostrand George Joselyn Rosendale Anna A. Snipeen Anna John W. Sniffen A. Taylor Fifth Street

Jitney Driver Held for Trial After City Crash

Olaf Soldmanson, 59 Bell Street, driver of a jitney bus, charged with reckless driving, and William Martin, 105 Evergreen Street, held on an additional count of driving without a license, remanded for trial Wednesday in city court after a crash at Noble and East Washington avenues injured Mr and Mrs Robert Williams, 1021 Barnum Avenue, who were hurt but not seriously. Albert Schick, 27 Broad Street, accused of violating city ordinance by driving on the wrong side and being thrown from his wheel in a collision with a motorcycle officer, Gorgas, was fined $2 and costs.

Olaf Soldmanson Bell Street William Martin Evergreen Street Noble East Washington Avenues Robert Williams Barnum Avenue Albert Schick Broad Street Gorgas

Cars in Crash Reported No Serious Injuries and Theft

Yesterday Morris Lieberman of 274 North Washington Avenue collided with George Basantte of 207 Wells Street. Garsette’s car was damaged. Basantte was thrown but not seriously hurt. Settlement reached. no arrests. Mrs Kroney’s Norwich Connecticut car stood at water and Tal Streets at 12 50 AM when two tires were stolen from rear standards.

Morris Lieberman Washington Avenue George Basantte Wells Street Lgarsette S Kroney Norwich Conn Wae Ter Anil Tal

Germans Snatch Foodstuffs From the Atmosphere

A wartime bulletin reports on rationing and hospital capacity in Bohemia and discusses German medical aid and Red Cross efforts. It notes large oatmeal supplies, the Seuchenzug train system for contagious cases, and German shipping losses near Bergen with Norwegian salvage.

Pardubuts Bohemia Ronmania Germany Profor von Behring Ehrlich Berlin Red Cross Btylene Aegion Derdenelles Bergen Norway North Sea Warriors Superb Lion Siber Soata

Derby Clerk’s Case Postponed One Month

J A Derby, a 38 year old clerk at the D 35 Read company store in Stratford, did not appear in court to answer a charge of selling goods and failing to make returns. A one month continuance was granted. bonds of 200 were posted by a brother after Derby was arrested Saturday using marked bills.

J. A. Derby D. 35 Read Company Jiying Stratford Derby

Carter Reappointed On State Attorney Staff In Hartford

The supreme court and superior court judges in Hartford reappointed Galen A. Carter of Stamford as assistant state's attorney for the county. Carter has served during the terms of Samuel Fessenden and Judson and will continue under Homer and Cummings after Judson’s death. Samuel A. Davis of Danbury was named an assistant clerk in court. The town clerk granted several marriage licenses today including Harry H. Doty to Catherine McSweeney and Ole Sender to Sadie Stengel with other names listed.

Supreme Court Superior Court Hartford Galen A. Carter Stamford Haeas Samuel Fessenden Cillee Judson Whem Homer & Cummings Judson Samuel A. Davis Danbury Harry H. Doty Colorado Avenue Catherine McSweeney Origad Street Ole Sender Carpenter Olive Street Sadie Stengel John Hill Molder Myrtle Avenue Margaret Glen Hulett Struct

Fairfield Avenue Street Weather Night Incident

An unclear report references Fairfield Avenue and a street event described as a weather night. The wording includes unfamiliar names and a possible incident or activity, but details remain fragmented and unnamed officials or organizations are not identifiable.

Stay Right Suits for Men at Special Prices

Howland label suits are advertised as practically insured at lower price points. The ad claims durable service, quality tailoring, and stable color, promising good fabric and styles for men and younger men. Price highlights include $12.50 on $15 to $16.50 suits and $18.50 on $22.50 to $25 suits, with items located on the main floor rear.

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White chinchilla sport coats for young women lead summer fashion

Latest coats feature pure white chinchilla fabrics with 6 to 11 word styling cues. Cut with Jeanty collars and angled or dutton-over pockets, they offer warmth on breezy verandas yet remain lightweight. Prices range 12.50 to 15 dollars with additional home goods like curtains and suitcases advertised in the same column.

Boy's Suits at Special Price in Basement Sale

Seven dollar suits offer a $10 to $12 value, with Sampeck make and Norfolk jackets. Most are of the latest style and good quality for boys, fitting every occasion. Usual prices range ten to twelve dollars, but this last lot is offered for seven dollars as a farewell sale in the front basement.

Also Mentioned on This Page

Stuart A. Hamilton H. H. Hamilton Constantine Geadee Jeane Meg St Augustincov Michaels Cascetery Conditio Barmem Cedar Leach Rece Peene Bank St R. Wheerec Balghbors Mas Carroll Harry Thaw Supreme Commander of Lady Foresters St. Patrick's Parish Parajle Anna Mae Kilduff Lee Avenue Florence Nile Catherine McCall Jozephine Horn Howards Bronx Florence Kilduff Howard Palmer Sound Beach Veronica Kilduff Earl Kilda Bridgeport Art League Seaside Club Elizabeth Cary The New York Times John Reid Henry C Reid Capitol Avenue FR. Dillingham Park Cemetery Mr. Reid Warner & Parker Mre A Palmer Vileland N. J John Langdon Woodbury J. H Henry C. Reid Thomas W. Reid A Sherwood Fourfela George R. Held Naugatuck Odd Fellows, Knights of Pythias Sons of St George and Royal Arcanum Hwtney Carter Cummings Park G Fairfield Avenue the Weathernight Tueeda Ktrent Ainaenim Wwe- Fink Gistios Jarce Au Weal Aly Mr .Backe Howland Dry Goods
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