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Newspaper
Bridgeport Evening Farmer
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Jun 12, 1916
Page
9
In Washington the former justice drew many visitors and news crews as people sought a glimpse of Hughes on his way to church. The scene attracted crowds, delaying the Hughes family from attending services.
George VonL. Meyer former cabinet member and Roosevelt supporter issued a statement endorsing Charles E. Hughes in his acceptance letter. He urged concerted action by all opposed to the present administration to help elect Hughes as the next President.
Berlin reports Russian detachments northeast of Bucence and Boczacz were repulsed by German Austro-Hungarian troops. Over 1,360 Russians and 1,300 Asians captured. In Champagne north of Perthez German reconnaissance units took prisoners and captured four machine guns. Meuse artillery remained very active. overall scene unchanged.
The power yacht Raccoon owned by Chester W. Biss caught fire in the stream Sunday. Engineer Bryant was severely burned and taken to Lawrence hospital. The engine room was gutted and furnishings damaged. The Raycoon was built in Neponset last year.
EL OOSGREIFF II of the New Haven road is ill at his home. His duties are temporarily undertaken by Nestor E. Wedge of the New Eng and Transportation Co.
Munzer Reinhart Paul Munzer aged 22 funeral at his late residence 372 in avenue Tuesday June at 2p m Pecent Park Cemetery Forbes Leo J Forbes aged 24 funeral at residence No 456 Bishop avenue Tuesday June 13 at 830 a m and from St Charlies church 9 m interment St Michael's cemetery Isneman Dennis Linehan 75 friends invited to attend funeral at once of his eis Seaby 843 Maple June 14 at 930 am and from St Charles church at 9a m with solemn mass Interment St Michael's cemetery On Tuesday afternoon June 12 diamond tounting on Diock bounded by Beechwood Howard and North avenues Reward for return to the Davis & rivet Benk Liberal reward Communicate with R F care Farmer D12 d
We the undersigned express sincere thanks to friends and relatives who assisted us during our mother’s illness and death. Thanks for the floral offerings and to Freund-Lodge Rebecca I. O. O. F. No. 5. Mr. and Mrs. Matthew Blake.
Proposals will be received by the Paving and Sewer Commission until Thursday evening June 15 1916 at 780 o clock for sewer construction on Anson Street from Hunting to Summit Street and Gordon Street from Fairview Avenue to Summit Street. The Commission may reject any or all bids. A certified check for five percent of bid amount must accompany each proposal. Bernard Keating secretary Room No 22 City Hall. Dizpe!
Stratford residents prepare for a public hearing on June 18 at town hall to oppose East Broadway double tracking from Center to White Street. They argue the street is too narrow, would leave no room for passing vehicles, and that single tracks exist elsewhere with wider streets. The hearing will also address a cross over in front of the Congregational church before the Public Utilities commission in Hartford.
A subdued wedding at St. Augustine’s rectory united Rose Bray Ladd and Raymond Callor with a brief ceremony led by Rev. James B. Nihill. The couple, soon to tour the East, plan a ten day trip before returning to Fairfield Beach for summer. Also, Theodora E. Miller wed William C. Eisenman at St. Joseph’s Church, with a two week honeymoon yet to be disclosed.
Miss Alice McCann daughter of Mr and Mrs David McCann of 1192 Kossuth street married Mr Allen Jeffery of 363 Catherine street Friday at St Charles church rectory Rev Patrick McGivney pastor performed the ceremony Mrs Joseph Higgins sister of the bride acted as matron of honor and John Tate was the groomsman Both persons are well known in this city.
Marriages licenses issued include Albert A. Platt 25 electrician of 108 Stillman Street and Signe Tille Pierson 23 of 403 East Main Street. Also listed are Charles J. Fox 40 of 1723 Main Street with Paine Feydt 43 at same address, Harola EB Wilson 22 carpenter of 3336 Fairfield Avenue with Anna L. Bishop 22 teacher from Andover Connecticut.
A brief ad noting Horsford's Acid Phosphate as delightfully refreshing during hot weather. It claims to satisfy thirst and aid wheat exhaustion and encourages purchasing a bottle.
Local observers report a vessel resembling a revenue cutter in the harbor identified as the Woodbury a dummy with missing engines and false wireless gear and smoke stacks. Rumor says McAllister Bros of New York formerly owned it and towed it here amid talk they are ammunition carriers raising questions about a dummy revenue cutter's influence in keeping boats away.
The article reports Muirhead held responsible for Salvo’s death in a gas pipe trench incident. Discrepancies surround where Salvo stood and how the pipe was moved. Foreman Jacob Miller and Walter Wilcoxson testified about car position relative to the trench, while Muirhead claimed his view was blocked by workers.
The obituary notices report multiple deaths and funeral services. Ellen McCarrick Hoepfner died, funeral at her home with burial in Lakeview cemetery. Augusta Bennett's funeral was at her George street home with burial in Lakeview. Annie T. Lockshire died at Bridgeport hospital aged 51. survived by husband Peter and several children. Margaret Whalen Widow of Edward Whalen funeral at J. H. Carroll parlors then St Patrick's Church. burial in St Michael's cemetery. John L Ferris died after an operation at his Fairview avenue home. survived by wife, three children, sisters, and a brother.
Coroner J J Phelan made reports on two accidental deaths of unknown men one at West Port struck by a train and another on the viaduct at Wall Street He will investigate the death of John H Lee a gardener killed by an automobile driven by Frank W Buchholtz a hat shop foreman in Norwalk.
Harry Hart of 383 Harrall Avenue was bound over to the September term of the superior court on a bigamy charge in the city court. Bond was set at 1000 dollars. Hart's two wives left the courtroom together saying they would help procure the bond.
Berlin reports the steamship Reinstedt bound for the Dutch East Indies was forced to leave mail in England per the Overseas News Agency. In Chicago, William H. Coleman, 60, of Indianapolis, was crushed between two street cars and severely injured while attending the national conventions.
A roundup of old science and history notes explains wind speeds and pressures with Gusts at 100 mph in the Tay bridge storm, then traces George III’s royal title shift in 1800 due to the Irish union, and adds quirky cost data about the Smiths villa, followed by notes on music and heraldry in Penzance and Oxford.
A compact excerpt surveys pepper cultivation and shade needs, traces the poet laureate office from Chaucer to Tennyson, and notes tales of the sleepers of Ephesus. It also includes quips and quotes about shoes, money, and the here and now.
A light collection notes the pelican as a heavy ungainly bird that becomes majestic in flight and circles high above after gaining headway. It includes a quip about twins one blond one brunette and a joke about laundry and upbringing. It also mentions diamonds in meteors and a punny exchange about warmth.
A note reports the Nemos are being moved to the second floor with residents asking if the ascent is complete. No further details provided.
A brief notice describes new in style undergarments, pink in color and trimmed, made with care like home crafting. They are cool, light, and seasonable, offered at a small price to attract shoppers.
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