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Newspaper
Bridgeport Evening Farmer
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Jun 09, 1911
Page
9
Death notices for John Ryan aged 19 years 11 months 13 days. funeral from Cullinan and Mullins 864 Main Street on Monday June 12 at 8 30 a m to Sacred Heart church 9 a m. Interment St Michael’s Cemetery. Also Margaret Simpson Keough widow of Thomas R Keough aged 60 years funeral from 176 Grove Street Saturday June 10 at 2 30 p m Interment Mt Grove Cemetery. Emiline L Kellogg of Bakersville aged 99 years June 6.
New Haven June 9 C N Woodward, superintendent of the Shore Line Division, investigated the quadruple freight train wreck at Fairfield on Tuesday in which five trainmen died. Survivors, except the injured in Bridgeport hospitals, testified. A circulating story blamed Engineer Lester Beach for death before the wreck, citing missed signals and torpedo explosions. Beach’s health and absence of Bright’s disease were cited, but friends cannot explain his failure to observe signals. Officials did not reveal when findings would be public.
Florence C. Bethune, daughter of a wealthy New York lawyer, testified before Judge Burpee that Fanueil S. Bethune subjected her to intolerable cruelty. She spoke softly in court and described their Grace Church Chantry marriage in New York as the basis for her divorce request.
In Middletown on June 1 1911 Delia Gould wife of Richard Gould died. Funeral services on June 10 at 7 30 a m from her home and 8 a m from Sacred Heart church with interment at St Michael's cemetery. In this city on June 7 1911 Anthony W Rishor aged 84 years burial at Mountain Grove cemetery after funeral at his Laurel avenue residence at 2 30 p m
In October 1900 the witness says Bethune treated Mrs Bethune cruelly harming her health. He allegedly shut her out of their New York hotel apartments, leaving her to sit up all night. On another occasion he sent a revolver, frightening her. The witness says Bethune left her several times, last in August 1908, and she pursued him with Pinkerton detectives but could not reclaim him. She still loves her son, answering a judge’s question. Other testimony noted fainting during an interview and health ruin from the husband’s conduct. Judge Burpee granted a cruelty grounds decree after hearing the testimony. OBITUARY John Ryan, 19, of Bridgeport, a teamster, died after pneumonia. He is survived by his father. Delia Gould’s remains were brought from Middletown. Frederick A. Mossey’s funeral occurred at St. Augustine’s Church with high Requiem Mass. interment at St. Michael's Cemetery.
A Bridgeport pastors association letter to Mayor Lee warns of public religious notices if city law enforcement on Sunday gaming is not fully enforced. Signed by leaders from First M E church Park Street place, Christ Episcopal, Universalist, South Congregational and others, the appeal urges the mayor to uphold section 32 of the City Charter and prevent Sunday lawbreaking.
Southport June an unusual legal situation surrounds the late George Bun nell showman. With thirty potential heirs from Maine to Texas the widow appears sole heir though some relatives plan to contest. Wills drawn by Charles H. Taylor and witnessed by three others are now tied to the missing will.
A Bridgeport ad touts Saturday and Sunday sale on Wilton Segars priced at 25c for five packs. The copy claims these 10c value Segars are a top offer from a reputable house, with the pharmacy of Jennie Hamilton’s presenting the deal.
A tailor offers two piece suits made to measure from surplus fabrics at 17 50, with blue serge and various fabrics. The store guarantees fit and finish, promising savings from regular prices of 25 to 30 dollars, and invites customers to shop the Front basement selection.
Advertisement for silk shirts with silk collars in white and tan, priced at $2. Soft pongee shirts in cream or tan at $1.50. Includes cool underwear such as nainsook open-mesh and balbriggan at 50 cents and heat-repelling union suits to avoid discomfort from separate undergarments. Located on Main street.
Fresh supply of black silk stockings described as fine silk, strong and well wearing with heel toe and deep garter lisle top. Priced at 79e, advertised as really worth $1 per pair.
A neat summer trousers lot for boys in stout cotton with rich gloss and attractive striped designs in single color effects. Deep browns olive brown tan gray. Durable, strong, neatly made in sizes 5 to 16 and valued at $1.59.
Cool neckwear and sailor colors gain popularity for their tasteful grace. Lace linen and lawn goods priced 25c to 50c, fichues of net and lace at 50c, chemisettes in net or embroidery 25c to 50c. Center aisle front.
White veils and washable white veils in demand and here though hard to obtain. Special styles for wear with sailor hat. New coronation Shetland veilings with filet and mesh options. Plain and ornate veils in white Shetland, priced 25e to 1 each. Right aisle, front.
Washable dress shields in sizes 23 and 4 2 for 25c Setwell collar supporters pack of 6 for 5c Foundation collars all sizes ac Colorite restores straw hats 20c Caracalla Turkish bath soap box of 4 cakes lic Witch Hazel pure 6 oz bottle 10c Tiz splendid for tired feet 19c Absorbent cotton good sized roll 19e Castile soap 244 Th bar 196 Sponge in rubber bag 19c
Shoes built for Boy Scouts and any boy for summer wear. Elkskin leather with reinforced toe and chrome tanned sole promises long wear. Comfortable last, low heel, and solid value. Sizes 11 to 13 1/2, 1 to 5 1/4, and 6 to 8 priced at $2.50. Shoe store.
Hat bands featuring heavy woven ribbon designed to fit closely around the head. Striking but tasteful combinations of black with white. Offers include small patterns and larger, more effective designs. Center aisle front.
Durable couch hammock features a steel spring frame and thick cotton topped mattress. Ends and cover use 12 ounce duck with strong workmanship and safety chains. Khaki price range 87 to 8.50, white 6.50 to 8.50, located on the third floor.
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