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Newspaper
Bridgeport Evening Farmer
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Jun 10, 1911
Page
3
News of a rodent drive spreads as Park Gun Club members, led by Arthur Gully, take 25 shots at rats near William street extension and kill 22. Residents mistook shots for champagne pops and returned to bed. The group plans more live-rat shooting, enjoying the success reported in The Farmer.
Mrs Mary Zooki of 480 Hancock avenue has been missing since Thursday afternoon. A relative reports concern for her two year old son John Gaozina, who has been placed with the charities department.
The Paving and Sewer commission weighed pavement choices for State street with two petitions. Property owners seek wood block for 4134 feet while 2700 feet request bithulithic. engineer C C Elwell favors wood for majority paving. Aldermen and attorneys split among wood block and bithulithic supporters, listing numerous backers from local firms and estates.
Fairfield residents who remonstrated against former Deputy Sheriff David A. Burr for a liquor license wonder when the hearing will be held. County commissioners have had the remonstrance for weeks without a date. attorney Clitus King, Burr’s counsel, cites lack of time and a postponement. The remonstrance argues the proposed location is unsuitable.
Cheshire June 10 Mrs Caira Button 47 fainted in the roadway while running from her farmhouse burned to death when gasoline exploded in the kitchen. Husband later found her, noting the couple had moved to farming just a week earlier and had no nearby neighbors.
In this city June 1911 John son of Patrick Ryan aged 19 years 11 months 13 days. Friends invited to attend the funeral from Cullinan Mullins undertaking 864 street Monday June 12 at 8 30 am and from Sacred Heart church at 9 am Interment at St Michael cemetery.
Ignatz Kline purchases Westlawn, once E. C. Smith's Fairfield and Colorado avenues residence, via conveyance recorded today. The property has 115 foot Fairfield avenue frontage and 256 foot Colorado avenue depth, with a palatial unoccupied home. Smith, now in Dorchester, Mass, faced divorce with his wife who received $20,000 alimony. the Westlawn judgment was released May 19 after satisfaction.
Sheriff Vollmer announced the appointment of three complimentary deputies who are sheriffs from other counties. They will serve papers in this county. Named are George Foster of Vernon, Bert G. Thompson of Middletown, and Edward W. Dewey of Hartford. Four more state sheriffs are slated to be deputies soon.
Funeral services for Bridget Gould, wife of Richard Gould, were held from Cullinan & Mulins undertaking parlors at 7 30 this morning and proceeded to Sacred Heart church for a high mass of requiem led by Rev Thomas P Mooney. Bearers were John Cleary Thomas Burke Jeremiah Burke Frederick Dailey James Gallagher and John Brophy. Interment followed at St Michael s cemetery.
New Haven June 10. Testimony at a Hamden will contest centers on exclusion of female witnesses over Ellsworth B Cooper who left 60 000 to the Connecticut Humane Society Eight first cousins challenge the will claiming the decedent was of unsound mind and that he had inappropriate relations with young boys Judge of Probate J B Studley adjourned to take deposition of Cooper s housekeeper ill health prevented her attendance Also a fire on Central avenue near Orange street was fought by MP No 8 s engine company Marriages licenses issued today to four couples including John J Daley Florence Dubee and Charles Lindstrom Helen Johnson and Arthur P Squires Lila M Hunniston
Greens Farms readers learn the Congregational society marks its bi centennial from tomorrow through June 18. Rev. C B Strayer opens with a sermon, a memorial tablet is unveiled, and holy communion follows. Sunday school and Christian Endeavor events are planned, with an original poem by Fanny Crosby read on Tuesday.
United Press reports from New York on June 10 show a moderately higher opening. Tennessee Copper edged up, Erie Common rose, and Amalgamated Copper and American Smelting posted fractional gains as industrials and coal shares led late buying while traction stocks weakened. The session closed firm with a strong closing zone.
Mrs John J Daly testified in city court that during maternity her husband boss blacksmith at Bridgeport Brass Co gave only cheese bread and tea while she struggled to provide for two surviving children though she had ten births in twelve years. The charge includes non support and assault. Judge Wilder adjourned for two weeks. Daly posted bail of 150 and resides on Hollister Avenue.
Elkins West Virginia June 10 the post office was blown up and fifteen houses dynamited at the village of French Creek about twenty two miles from here early today no injuries reported authorities search for suspects and cause under investigation
Boston police discovered a brutally mutilated body in a deserted area near Franklin Park on June 10. Nearby, another man reportedly died by his own hand last week. Detectives could not identify the victim at first due to extensive injuries, but officials now believe the deceased is male.
Leavenworth Kansas June 10 Carrie Nation renowned temperance crusader died after three months illness burial set in Kansas City Kansas Her long anti saloon raids across the United States included a Yale visit where she drew a rousing reception and joked about forming a club of youths pledging to abstain from liquor and tobacco Also brief note American Horse Wins in Manchester Salford Borough Handicap with Skeets Martin aboard.
Derby reports the drowning of 18 year old Anthony Kammaraskas while bathing in the Cove yesterday. The missing youth from his boarding place was not recovered by noon today.
Winsted June 10 The residence and contents of Dr J Dobson at Riverton were destroyed by fire last night Loss 3000 The blaze started from an oil heater The story of the fire became known only today
Newport June 11 James Wilson Grims Walker naval engineer was ordered to pay 300 monthly for the support of his wife and four children beginning July 5. It was alleged by Mrs Walker that she had received no support since October 1909.
Winsted notes a fatal football accident last year involving student Harry Lee leading Gilbert Preparatory School to cancel its football team for the upcoming fall season. The school’s leaders announced the decision today, reflecting on the tragedy and aiming to focus on other activities.
New York June 10 In police court Magistrate Harris discharged Thomas Lattimer a Pittsburg banker John Phillips an English mining expert and Henry De Ridder Phillips secretary on charges of being fugitive from justice and of defrauding H P Stolzenbaum of Pittsburg out of 2000 in a proposed coal lands deal near Wheeling West Virginia.
Amato Baccaei a 20 year old carpenter employed by Germani and Cucozzi fell from a scaffold on the second story at Stratford Avenue and Cowles Street in the East End. He was taken to Bridgeport Hospital by ambulance with a fracture of the left wrist multiple contusions and possible internal injuries. He is unmarried and resides at 286 Grand Street.
A team of draught horses pulling Saltman Bros truck charged through State and Main streets in Bridgeport at 11 am. An unknown man on the southwest corner grabbed the left horse by the bridal, dragging and halting the animals near Bridgeport Trust Co. His quick action saved injuries to bystanders, though a scratched hand and a loose rear wheel were noted as autos and wagons scattered along the route.
Across Cleveland Indianapolis Chicago Milwaukee Racine Detroit St Louis La Crosse Des Moines heat records fall as temperatures hit 100 in several locations. Reports include one death and multiple prostrations, with schools and factories considering half days or closures amid extreme heat.
Hartford two alarms answered a fire at the Hy grade Mill Company on the fourth floor gutting the plant and causing a roof collapse. The blaze, started today, caused about 15000 dollars in damage and fire crews battled water on upper levels until under control at 1 20 p m.
Rev. Gerald H. Beard, president of the Pastors' association, released a statement prepared by the law and order committee to newspapers late this afternoon. The missive addresses the mayor and Bridgeport residents regarding the event and surrounding tensions.
The exclusive United Press report on the missing will of George B. Bunnell the amusement king says Mrs. Bunnell will be represented by Attorney Jacob P. Gothardt of New Haven and Senator Stiles Judson of Stratford in seeking acceptance of a copy. Gothardt declined to discuss the case. He had acted as Bunnell’s legal and confidential adviser for years.
James A. Coates of this city will leave tomorrow as delegate from Local No. 252 of the Typographical Union to attend the New England Typographical Union convention in Springfield. The delegates will banquet tomorrow afternoon and the session will reconvene Monday.
The Chicago Tribune paper outlines how a kinder Fourth of July emerged from curbing noise and explosives. It details the 1910 pageant plan, cross cultural participation, and sectional park celebrations aimed at giving Independence Day a meaningful civic expression.
Sunday Catholic masses and church activities listed for St Augustine St Charles Sacred Heart St Patrick St Mary's St Anthony Holy Rosary St George's Advent Christian Irving Baine pastor. Includes times for Mass Sunday school Vespers confessions and sermon topics and labor events.
The collection features silver and china pieces suitable for bridal gifts with ranges from one dollar to multiple dollars. Includes Haviland Elite and other brands, English and American porcelain sets, tea sets, berry sets, chop sets, and individual dishes. Prices span from $1 to $39, emphasizing value and variety.
An extra-good trunk built on a steel frame. It sports heavy black enamelled duck covering, stout leather trimmings, and linen lining with a 214 inch deep tray. It is thoroughly riveted and designed for long service. 26 inch $5 28 inch $5.50 30 inch $6 Third floor.
Multiple area churches list Sunday programs, sermons, and children's day events. Immanuel Baptist, St Anthony's, Memorial Baptist, Stratfield, Second Baptist, East End Baptist, Grace, Berean, First Universalist, Trinity M E, and others announce sermon topics, times, and special children’s observances. Local pastors include A C Thompson, J W Jent, Rev F W Atkinson, Rev T H Robertson, Rev E R Cooper among others.
A shop ad extols Rubberset Shaving Brushes preventing bristle loss and facial cuts. It contrasts with glue-set brushes and offers models priced at 25, 59 cents and $2 by handle and bristle quality. Sold by Jennie Hamilton's Pharmacy.
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