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Newspaper

Bridgeport Evening Farmer

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Jun 11, 1914

Page

9

Children’s Day Festivities at Froebel Kindergarten

Festive events marked Children’s Day at the Fannie A. Smith Froebel kindergarten. Tiny students marched with flags in a circle of palm trees and flowers while Miss Fannie Smith oversaw activities. Children wore caps, sang songs, and enjoyed birthday themed games and surprises, ending with a playful guessing game about flavors.

Fannie A. Smith Froebelindergarten Ken Eitle Fannie Smith Vefastink Misa

Wall Street Suffers Mixed Opening Debacle

A derailed market start caused by vague optimism and profit pacing. analysts note tepid trading amid a cautious mood. Declines in shares spark concern over overall economic health as investors weigh forthcoming policy and corporate earnings signals.

Weather forecast shows unsettled, cool conditions

A trough extends from Kansas to the upper Midwest bringing unsettled weather with showers. Western central districts may see high temperatures while the Atlantic coast体验 enjoys pleasant, moderate temperatures. Rain was heaviest in Sioux City within the last two hours as cloudiness and showers move across the region.

Cenema Kanear Miktigen Fe Atlantic Iset Sioux City

Genrt Awards Allen Damages of $1396.64 in Rent Case

A court awarded Genrt Allen $1396.64 for unpaid rent on a farm. He admitted moving off the farm but claimed the debt was barred by the statute of limitations. The June 11 1914 date appears in the record with notices to attend related proceedings.

Genrt Allen Tuite Gy Allen Westport Weat

Open Window Courts Divorce Suit Shocks Stamford

In a Stamford divorce case Edward Mckeen sues Aimee McKeen amid sensational testimony. Co respondent Minor Dibble of Southern New England Telephone Co. stands accused as the lover. Witnesses recount late meetings in dark basements and at Dibble’s house with beer and wine. Mrs McKeen declares profound hostility toward her husband while admitting affairs with Dibble. Trial continues as Judge Greene orders ventilation.

Edward Mckeen Aimee IL McKeen Greene Stamford Dibble Southern New England Teléphone Co Walter Brooks Stamfort

Missing Agent’s Record Cleared in Disappearance Case

The investigation into agent Johnson’s disappearance remains unresolved. Papers show his record with Middlesex Banking Co. was clean, with Bonds for delivery found in a city safe. GW Barton says Johnson’s accounts are straight and he’d be welcomed back if he returns. The motive behind his vanishing is still unknown.

Ig. Stabeson Laure Middlesex Banking Co Johnson Harton

Predicted Greco Turkish Call to Arms Amid Expulsions

The article notes rising unrest tied to Young Turks policies in Asia Minor and Turkish Thrace. It cites expulsions of Greeks as a principal factor and frames the situation as a predicted escalation between Greco and Turkish forces with broad regional implications.

Young Turks Asia Minor Thrace

Death of Henry Veit Pioneer In Clothing Line

Henry Veit, a pioneer in the clothing line, died after a long life that earned him respect. He belonged to the Schwaebischer Maenner Chor and the Algonquin club and valued his family above all. The obituary notes his quiet, unassuming manner and his role supporting his dependents. A separate notice mentions a burglary at the W.G. Wotten store at 1029 Batmam Avenue, with goods stolen and money taken.

Henry Veit Schwaebischer Maenner Chor Algonquin Club Batmam Avenue Cote Teas

The Case of Mrs DeMartino

The Farmer through Shannon and Wilder seeks correction of statements about Mrs DeMartino. It claims the injury arose from silence before settlement rather than actions by Mr Stemmen’s agent. The $1000 was a gift after the statute of limitations expired, not a settlement of rights.

Shannon & Wilder Hse Carl F. Stemmen

Resolute Forces Vanitie To Close Gap In Triangular Race

RESOLUTE and Vanitie dueled in a 19 mile triangular course racing off Sandy Hook under 10 knot winds. Vanitie led at marks one and two with times 13 19 19 and 15 24 86 for Resolute, then Resolute surged ahead after 2 o clock as conditions favored her, leaving Vanitie in pursuit.

Associated Press Sandy Hook Wireless Vanitie Resolute Regatta Committee I Vanitie Resolunte

Stamford Inventor Warren H. Taylor Dies of Heart Disease

Stamford June 11 Warren H Taylor noted inventor of lock appliances and hardware devices died suddenly here today of heart disease. Born in Winchester Massachusetts in 188, he is survived by his wife and three children. His parents ran into the hundreds.

Stamford Warren H. Taylor Winchendon Mass

Knights Templar to Attend Service at St John’s Church

Hamilton Commandery No 5 Knights Templar accept Rev Stephen F Sherman Jr invitation to attend divine services at St John’s Church Sunday evening June 14 at 7 80 o clock. Members to assemble in full uniform at 6 45 at the Masonic hall for march to the church.

Hamilton Commandery Knights Templar Stephen F Sherman Jr St. John” Church Masonic le Tm Sea de

Engine Whistle Warned Fatal Bridge Tragedy

Coroner heard testimony on a fatal accident at a tin bridge where Paul Hottman of 23 Hubbell Street was killed by the Bay State Limited. Engineer Riley H. Phillips and Ireman Joseph Huband testified the whistle blew near the curve, and Hoffmann was struck as he stepped onto the bridge seeking safety. Witnesses disagreed on whether the whistle was blown while rounding the curve.

Paul Hottman Hubbell Bay State Limited New Haven Railroad Hia Ies Highland John Hoffman Hoffmann Hoffmen Riley H. Phillips Wewraven Stamford New Haven Joseph Huband Ireman Phillips Curus Alfred Ludvinsky

Sewer Contracts Awarded to Lowest Bidders Across City Sewers

The sewer commission, in a one hour session, awarded about 16 miles of sewers totaling near $87,000 and planned additional bids over $60,000, with contracts given to lowest bidders including Pierce Mfg Co for Bishop and Capitol avenues and Elizabeth Street sewers and B D Pierce Jr Co for North Avenue and Black and Johnson’s Creek sewers. Payments drawn from the $300,000 sewer bond issue.

Paying and Sewer Commission Common Council Pierce Mfg. Go Bishop Avenue Capitol Avenue Orland Street Freeman Street Elizabeth Street B.D. Pierce Jr. Co North Avenue B. D. Pieres Jr. Co Ental Knowlton ii Johnson's Creek Burns Co Park Avenue

MISS CAPP INJURED DESCENDING HIGH SCHOOL STEPS

Miss Dorothy Capps daughter of Frank L Capps a noted American Graphophone Company engineer was injured when she tripped on steel treads at the high school hall way fell head first striking stone and suffered a deep head laceration. She was treated by teachers then sutured at home. Benjamin Lasey 27 a railroad station restaurant employee is reported missing since Sunday with fears of an accident.

Dorothy Capps Frank L. Capps American Graphophone Company Fairfield Avenue Benjamin Lasey

Signal Honor to Louis Kutscher at Military Dinner

Louis Kut cher a prod igent of the Home Brewing Company living at 189 Beach Street was tendered four surprise dinners at the Algonquin club last night by the Georges D Helett Association of the Governors Foot Guard. The annual event drew 25 diners including Major George Hewlett Major Edward L Clarke John B Kennedy Capt William P Tuttle Capt Arthur Warner Capt H McNeill Capt George Tu Capt John Gilson Capt Frederick Beck Ridgeley Larkin Capt p H ke Captain Samus Kirby of New Haven Captain Charles Dikwood of Stamford and Lieut George Woodruff of Litchfield.

Louis Kutccher Home Brewing Company Beach Street Algonquin Club Georges D. Helett Governors Foot Guard George T. Kennedy Cheshire Signal Amope Andri Charles Dikwood Stamford George Woodruft Litchfield

Local Bride Dr Alice Fitch to Wed Capt Beardslee Tonight

Dr. Alice Lyon Fitch of 953 Avenue Nus and Capt George Beardslee of Truck Company No BF DC plan a quiet wedding this evening officiated by the South Concrepational pastor. The bride will wear lavender satin, the couple will honeymoon on a motor trip and cottage at Silver Sands. Fitch, widow of Frank Fitch, has long served in her profession and social circles. Beardslee is the son of the late chief of the fire department F P Beardslee.

Alice Lyon Fitch Avenus George Ids Dee Truck Company No. BF. D South Concrepational Silver Sands Dr. Fitch Frank Fitch Fitch Croton New York City Beardslee Norman, Street Fre F. P. Beardaslee

Court Marina to Hold Family Outing

Court Marina No 53 F of A plans a Sunday June 21 family outing and basket party at Gypsy Spring Park with an extensive program and all members urged to bring their families. Also notices two Bridgeport corporate filings: Royal Fur Company seeks $5000 capitalization with $2060 initial. incorporators William EB Joseph Deion and John Smith. United Metal Works seeks $5000 capitalization with Herman Abrams Alfred E Woolard and Arthur Woolard as incorporators.

Court Marina F. of A Gypsy Spring Park Jon Royal Fur Company of Bridgeport Poe William EB Cea Joseph Deion John Smith Bridgepo United Metal Works of Bridgeport Sean Eee Herman Abrams Alfred E. Woolard Arthur Woolard Bridgeport

Trumbull Case Settled Out of Court

A year ago William Barber of Trumbull sued Lud wig Machalowski in superior court to recover 600 dollars for a fenced ground. The case was settled out of court after negotiations, to Barber’s satisfaction. George F. Williams offered to mediate Albania clan conflicts. Jacob McCullorgh of Hatfield, Indiana, reproved a whistle and Ernest Hawkins struck him, killing him.

William 8. Barber Trumbull Thea Superior Court Ludwig Machalowski Barber Jacob McCullorgh Hatfield Ind Ernest Hawkins

Lanp's Bridgeport Thursday June 11

A brief notice from Bridgeport, Connecticut notes events planned for Thursday June 11. Details are sparse in the readable text but indicate local scheduling or civic matters relevant to residents.

Bridgeport, Conn Isis

Notions and sewing notions on sale at reduced prices

A newspaper advertisement lists various notions and sewing supplies offered at discounts. Items include silk, threads, safety pins, hooks and eyes, needles, lace, darning cottons, buttons, and curtains. The ad promotes convenience packs with instructions and highlights bath towels and aprons on sale.

Three good books not stories in a mixed view

Fragmented listing of works with obscure phrases and prices. Mentions Read with much interest by readers and notes on Mind Pictures of Paleguor and an Outline of events science. References to figures like Mehton and Pillsbury appear amid garbled phrases and a price of 1.60 to 1.50.

Paleguor Pjeyes Selina Vents Petenr Pillsbury

Lace-edge kerchiefs for graduation days in 19th century notice

Fragmentary ad describes lace-edge kerchiefs for graduation days. Mentions beauty and daintiness, feminine share in exercises, two special sorts at 80 cents, plain hem with embroidery corner, and a fare tied to Princess Tac-10s.

Spring Coats and Tailored Suits Sale Prices

A range of spring coats from plain to fancy priced from 10.75 to 32.50 with five dollar to fifteen dollar reductions. Tailored suits priced from 15 to 50 with ten dollars and twenty four fifty discounts.

Howland Dry Goods Burglary and Local Accidents Reported

Police report a break in at 410 Lafayette Street with loot including stamps, a fountain pen, cigars, and cigarettes. Other incidents note Helen Perhack’s burn injuries improving at St Vincent Hospital, plus Isaac Jayne injuring his hand while at work after a plank fell. A machine accident near the Salts Textile plant hospitalizes a worker. Bow Bridge reconstruction funds are requested. a seaman earns a rescue medal. and a dog theft risk is noted near Read Street with property value cited.

Samuel Slavin Lafayette Street Isaac B. Jayne A. Blakeman Madison Avenue Salts Plank Emranty Hospital

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Fannie A. Smith Froebel Gveral Wall Street United States Ieee the Weather Forecast West Wirtia Berne Autemanite Henry F. Veit Abnaesmise Kalsinie Grove Sammie Hens Heaty Hunt Jeohn Scanlon Iptiman W. C. Johnson Newtown Conn West End Aimee I. McKeen Moose Parade W. H. Shortsleeves Loco Plant DI Martino St. John’s Church Tin Bridge Miss Capp Louis Kutscher Governor Footguard Capt Beardslee Silver Bands Milford George F. Williams Greece Albania Kirby Beard Invisible Hair Pine Darning Etton Howland Dry Goods Helen Perhack Church ‘Street St. Vincent Hospital Gus Helwig Howe Fohn Mater Helwig Ward Mee York Tye Bow Bridge Central Park Jin M. Dunn S.S. Amphitrite Treseury Joles Brown Read ‘Street Kepp Read Street
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