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Newspaper

Bridgeport Evening Farmer

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Jun 24, 1916

Page

5

Leighton widow appeals probate court finding

Astelle Leighton of Boston files in the Superior Court appealing a probate court decision that admitted Henry A. Leighton's will. The testator, employed at Tremington Arms Co., died April 4 after a fainting spell at a railroad station. The widow claims the will reflects a stranger's influence and that the estate should not be in this city. Funeral notices and obituaries follow for local residents, with multiple items listed including dates and locations.

Astelle Leighton Boston Superies Henry A. Leighton Tremington Arms Co Arthur Wiener Reoch Leighton Wisner

Obituary items from Trumbull and Bridgeport area

Obituaries list several funeral services including Francis Frederick Stratton two years old, Catherine Schuler, Mary J. Francis Squires, William D Marsh, and Edward Grady with burial details. Also notes Mary C Bassett, Dorothea Billings, and Mrs Mary Cannon, plus Walter S Hurlburt’s death and local church ties. Also reports Missouri River flood damage at Great Falls and a Dutch liner seizure by a British warship.

Francis Frederick Stratton Francis Frederick Francis Stratton Trumbull H. A. Remington St. Michael's Cemetery Mary J. Francis Squires Mary J. Francis Ralph H. Squires Everett Barnes Washington Park M. E Lakeview Cemetery

Wheeler Buys McCarthy Block on Congress Street

Samuel H. Wheeler expands his city holdings by purchasing the brick McCarthy Block on the north side of Congress Street above Manin Street. The three story building fronts Congress with a west side areaway. The vacant Main Street lot between Congress and Arch streets, already owned by Wheeler, adjoins the property. The purchase price is not disclosed.

H. Wheeler Congress Street Manin Street McCarthy Main Street Congress Arch Streets Wheeler

Dunham Property Transfer Filed In Golden HI

The warranty deed transferring the Dunham property in Golden HI to B. W. Harral was filed in the town clerk's office today. Federal tax stamps indicate a purchase price near $25,000. the deed is signed by Grace Elisabeth Meeker Trafford of Short Hill NJ and Carrie M and Jessie P Dunham of this city.

Dunham Golden HI B. W. Harral Grace Elisabeth Meeker Trafford Short Hill N. J Carrie M Jessie P. Dunham

Battles near Carrizal leave U S troops survivors

San Antonio June 34 reports from General Pershing to General Funston detail a fierce clash at Carrizal on June 21 where Capt. Charles T. Boyd led two U S cavalry troops of about 130 men. Mexican forces under General Gomez overwhelmed them with flank charges and machine gun fire, leaving seven survivors and many killed or captured.

San Antonio Tenth Cavalry Charles T. Boyd Gomez Carrizal Funston Pershing Boyd Gomes Chihuahua City Captain Boyd General Pershing Eleventh Cavalry Bell el Paso Hachita N. M Brownsville Gen. Pershing Capt. Morey

Outnumbered Troopers Fight in Carrizal Mexico Ambush

Seven members of Troops C and K, Tenth Cavalry, recount the June 22 clash at Carrizal in which about 600 Mexican forces attacked a small US patrol. Capt Boyd and his men attempted passage, requested to conform with Carrizista orders, and were surprised by sudden street fire as Mexican troops fortified positions on both sides.

Mexico United States Pershing United States Cavalry Charles T. Boyd Boyd Carranza

Sentences Bay to Reform School For Burglary of Garage

Twelve year old Michael Esposito of 76 Commercial Street was sent to reform school in Meriden by Deputy Judge F. L. Wilder after he and four companions admitted breaking into O. S. Fowler’s garage at 151 Whitney Avenue Sunday night and stealing a automobile. The four others were sent to George Junior Republic in Litchfield, with Kurbs given a one year probation.

Michael Esposito Commercial Stret Meriden F. L. Wilder O. S. Fowler Whitney Avenue Benjamin Buckley Madison Avenue John Lemon Cleveland Avenue Walter Novack Stratfield George Junior Republic Litchfield William Kurbs Garfield Avenue Howell East End Novack Huntington Street Espiroto Grandstreet

Ten Dollars a Week Alimony For Lida Wesslink Taylor

Judge Webb of the superior court reduced alimony to ten dollars a week for Lida Wesslink Taylor after her attempted suicide at the Chic Inn in Darien. She sues Andrew F. Taylor for infidelity, naming a New Haven co respondent. The divorce action likely will be tried in autumn.

Lida Wesslink Taylor Darien Webb Superior Court Taylor

M Elroy dies at 50 after daughter’s funeral

Harry A McElroy of 851 IrAnistan avenue dies at St Vincent’s hospital after his two year old daughter Lorena’s funeral. He had bladder trouble and died before surgery. Survived by widow four children and brother Joseph. Former treasurer of McElroy Co and founder of Bridgeport Cold Storage Co. Funeral Monday with ties to Algonquin club Sacred Heart church and Holy Name society.

Harry A. MccIlroy Iranistan Avenue Lorena McHiroy St. Vincent's Hospital McElroy Bridgeport Prospect Street Griffin Griffin & McElroy Co Hicks Griffin John McElroy McElroy Bros. Co James John Harry McElroy Bridgeport Cold Storage Co Algonquin Club Knights of Columbus Sacred Heart Church Holy Name Society Eleanor Mary Estelle Henry Joseph Bridgeport High School Notre Dame University C. J. McElroy St. Augustine’s Church

Silverbloom fabric draws fresh demand in late season sale

HoowLAND offers Silverbloom a soft neutral alpaca like cloth with colored stripes, color fast and washable. It features lightness and springy feel similar to mohair, suitable for summer dresses skirts and suits. Available in 32 and 54 inch widths with awning stripes and bright edging. skirts start at $1. Limited time only at right aisle rear.

Wiener Denies Attempting to Evade Justice

Testimony recounted a traffic case in which Wiener and Russell described events after Hall was struck near East Main and Stratford avenues. Police and coroner investigations focused on car ownership, driver identity, and whether the hit and run was reported. Wiener surrendered in Springfield and was released on recognizance as Hall's death prompted concern.

Dinner sets that grow to meet every occasion

The ad touts modular dinner sets that expand from exact initial pieces to any desired size. Buyers select only needed dishes with one price for 100 pieces, then add as required. Various American, English, French, and Limoges porcelains offered with gold borders, decorative motifs, and prices from $10.70 to $53.50. Fourth floor.

Limoges

Howland Dry Goods and a Fatal Auto Crash

Report from the second precinct details a hit and run where an unknown man was struck by a fast car at Pem broke and Stratford avenues. Charles Lynch and Gideon Kohler brought the injured man to emergency care. Dr Weldon and Coroner Phelan are mentioned in the case. The license plate listed is 30 219.

Page One Main Street Pecliceman Niquist Nyquist Wiener Russell Hall Stratford Avenue Hough Avenue East Main Street Gideon Kohler Soundview Avenue Stratford Charles Lynch Third Street A. J. Costello Rockville Connecticut Costello Derby Massachusetts Charles Baskin Williams Phelan Springfield James Bray James Rice Charles O. Nyquist Bearster Joseph A. Hazel Pembroke Stratford Avenues Weldon St. Vincent's Hospital

Half Century Club Meeting Tomorrow at Wallhalla

The Half Century Club in Wallhalla will hold a meeting at 10 oclock tomorrow in Stratford at M. J. Dann on Nichols Avenue. The club members have been notified of the past year’s activities and are urged to attend as vik ing sports will be demonstrated.

Wallhalla Stratford M. J. Dann Nichols Avenue

Also Mentioned on This Page

Leighton Widow ISON mIm Edith Paul Charles Snon Manthe North Main Street Mt. Grove Cemetery Hurlburt Walter Burworth Street Mountain Grove Cenery Isis Harry A. McBircy Yars Tranman Avenue Grace Edbert M. Grady Thomas Speers Warren Street Sacred Heart St Michael's Banahan Margaret Banahan Steinert’s Main St Steinert's State Capital Avenue Watson Fairfield Ave State St Pisne Mazin St Seaside Park South Main Street Thases John Holmes Holmes Catherine Schuler Frederick Schuler Andrew Schuler Broad Street William D. Marsh, Jr William D William D. Marsh Laurel Avenue John McLaren Richardson First Presbyterian Church Mountain Grove Cemetery Edward Grady Harry Kelley Thomas Toomey Loretta Muldoon John Muldoon City Paul Paul Struck Struck New Haven Road Mary OC. Bassett Mary C. Bassett Hev Father Sheridan Irving Clark Walter Prout Albert Prout Frank Down Bradward Down John M. Donnelly Enemie Dorothea Biliangs Dorothea Billings Thomas Fransen Clifford Street Rasmusen Newtown August Jorgensen Christian Andrew Soren Lamiin Seattapot Mary A. Cannon North End Walter & Hurlburt Ellsworth Street Washington, Conn William and Betsey Clark Hurlburt Washington Josephine Ingham Hurlburt Thornton Belden Fairfield Howard Vallance Trenton Ruth Hurlburt George Hurlburt Black Rock Missouri River Great Falls Mont Tabean Dutch East Indies Rotterdam Samuel H. Wheeler McCarthy Block U.S Sentences Bay H. A. M’elroy Hoowland Bridgeport, Conn Silverbloom In Howland Dry Goods Coo Half Century Club
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