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Newspaper
Bridgeport Evening Farmer
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Jun 10, 1912
Page
3
Washington report says the Supreme Court adjourned this afternoon until October 14, delaying decisions on major cases including the Anthracite Coal Trust the South Pacific Union Pacific and seven state rate matters.
Report states marines under Captain Baweré Mainwaring repelled a rebel attack on El Cuero mines in Oriente province. Marines suffered no casualties. rebel losses unclear. Two villages in Oriente were burned last night by rebels, described as negroes in the report.
The June marriage season brings several licenses issued since Saturday morning with about a dozen new entries. Frank Vogel Jr and Ellen McMahon, both 23 and 20, headline a slate alongside Charles H McBath, 37, and Annie Lake, 22, of New Haven. Frederick R Gray, 29, and Ethel L Grippen, 24, of Bridgeport, appear among others. Harold B Statton, 28, of Boston and Mabel H Hubbell, 27, of Bridgeport join the list, as do Horace Little, 47, and Esther Rose, 46, plus Cesare Canta, 34, and Hamine Belanger, 19, both of Bridgeport.
Police chased Donato after he stabbed fellow boarder Arthur Savino. He was captured today hiding in an attic in Torrington. The assault occurred yesterday afternoon and last night as authorities hunted him.
The Stamford Rubber Supply Co. factory in Stamford is burning fiercely and likely a total loss, with an estimated damage of 15000 dollars as of 3 p.m. Fire crews struggle to control the blaze.
McGuire again blocked from transferring license for 447 Gregory Street as court records delay. Judge Burpee had ruled in his favor enabling the saloon, but clerk refused to record pending formal judgment. Remonstrants appeal to the supreme court as McGuire seeks to open while protests persist.
Des Moines, Iowa, nine bodies found in the residence of J. B. Moore and his family. The victims include Moore, his wife, five children, and two unknown women. All heads were crushed with an axe, authorities report a single violent act.
Rev. William O Rourke recently ordained will sing mass at St Marys next Sunday at 10 30. He spent his youth in St Marys parish and attended St Marys Parochial School. Friends in the parish anticipate a crowded edifice for the ceremony.
Rev. Thomas J. Mooney of Sacred Heart Church presided over a nuptial mass at 7 30 this morning uniting Miss Nona Sullivan and Mr William E Hardy both residents of 701 Warren Street Attendants included Mrs G H Strickland sister of the groom and Vincent Haggerty best man A wedding breakfast followed at the bride's home The couple left on the 606 train amid confetti and rice while planning a lengthy trip with their first stop in New York
Danbury June 10 Michael Jigjak a 52 year old hatter was killed while walking near the railroad. He stepped from one track onto another and was struck by a passenger train. He leaves a widow and two children.
New Britain June 10. R. K. Miller, a bologna maker on Kelsey street, told police his shop was cleaned out overnight. Two recently hired New York men are missing along with $200 in currency and manufacturing tools. The men were hired two weeks ago.
Stamford reports Mrs. Bertha C. Doyle of New Haven was arrested for allegedly smothering her six month old child in a New Haven hotel. She was found living with a man on Regent Street and later registered under a man’s name before the child’s body was found. The man she lived with was also arrested. Doyle claimed to be 25 and said she left her husband.
Arthur Putnam Frost died this morning of pneumonia at St. Vincent's hospital. He resided on Ann street and is survived by a widow, a daughter Bertha P. Cole of The Bridgeport Tallow Co, and two sons Clarence M. and Arthur, of Brest.
The ceremony at Sacred Heart Church marked Rev. Robert J. Keenan's first solemn high mass at 10:30 with Rev. Fathers Quinlen O'Rourke and Mooney assisting. The sermon by Rev. Father Judge impressed the crowd as the celebrant and his aides, all Niagara University classmates, received congratulations from relatives and alumni. Keenan will address Sacred Heart Alumni tonight then depart Thursday for Boston for diocesan duties under Cardinal OConnell.
Winsted June 10 heavy frost struck the Litchfield Hills for the third straight morning and lowland temperatures barely reached 2 degrees. Potatoes up 7 to 8 inches were cut to the ground and all early vegetables must be replanted, signaling heavy losses for farmers in this region.
Roosevelt forces press for anti Taft unity as Flinn and allies push a stable currency plank via Aldrich influence. Delegates from Indiana seat Taft contingent while California Roosevelts back their lead as 548 delegates may still decide. Major figures include J L Mead Ralph Cameron Viesa and Francis J Heney.
London reports Lord Chancellor Loribarn resigns as minister of war and is succeeded by Lord Haldane. The political cabinet sees a major reshuffle with Haldane taking the war portfolio in what appears to be a calculated move by the government.
Washington June 10 The commerce court injunction blocking interstate commerce commission rebates by a dozen railroads with New York terminals to ship own freight within the free lighterage zone of New York harbor was sustained today by the Supreme Court. The death of Alice E Pratt widow of Selvin Pratt occurred at her home 3560 Laurel Ave this morning. Mrs Pratt was 55 and had been in failing health for some time.
Registrar James H. Rooney returned from Washington DC after attending the unveiling of the Columbus monument. He and his wife were among Bridgeport delegates in Baltimore and Philadelphia en route to arrange for Democrats attending the National Democratic convention later this month.
In Chicago on June 10 two union sympathizers from the strike against city newspapers were fatally wounded by Policeman Joseph Demenee after a brick was thrown at him near a news stand. The pair Charles Bush and D Beelan were shot inside a saloon and rushed to Grace hospital, with probable deaths stated.
Hartford June 10 Attorney General John H Light says Norwich town schools may unite and that districts can be wiped out by a town majority vote The Norwich case mirrors Norwalk and consolidation of town schools is likely Edna Wilkinson a minor sues Philip McGuirk for child support McGuirk also a minor was held on $500 bond after a quick preliminary hearing and the case returns in September
White and tap colored shoes lead the season with fads in serges for tailored suits and Ince handbags deeming a pretty sum. Lingerie and peplum blouses feature macrame laces, velvet ribbons, valenciennes borders, and ratine trims. White serge coats and satin reefer coats shape street and evening wear, while veils, fans, and delicate embroidery, light tulle and straw hats complete the ensemble for a vibrant summer wardrobe.
An exhibit at the Whittall factory highlights worsted wool used for carpets, praising cross ocean wool for durability and long wiry strength. Visitors see the dye colors, processing stages, and the loom as carpets grow strand by strand, with the third floor Carpet Hall hosting the event.
A readable shopping notice details linen dresses in multiple styles and price ranges from $5.75 to $37.50. It highlights coats with pleats, colored linens in blues, lavenders, tans, and roses, and trims including embroidery. The piece notes fabrics like white linens and ratine and mentions refined options on the lower and upper price scales.
Wide assortment of fine china and silverware from Howland assembly offered for brides and home-builders. The display features single pieces from salad dishes to chocolate sets, hollowware in varied shapes, and complete tea-sets priced from $2.59 to $20.00. Fourth floor.
The Howland Dry Goods Co showcases popular styles from blues in sax, peri, winkle and peacock to cream tulle and lace frocks with pink rose embroidery. Black and white Chantilly trims top satin and chiffon gowns while embroidered lace flouncings appear on inexpensive dresses. White gloves remain standard with tans and taupe growing in popularity. Scarfs capes and bright short ensembles gain demand as mauve evening tones emerge.
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