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Newspaper
Bridgeport Evening Farmer
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Jun 28, 1909
Page
3
The prose itemizes legends of the Seven Sleepers of Ephesus and Napoleon's ideas on human origins, followed by notes on Cerberus and a long list of brief curiosities. It includes Chequers Inn fire lore, a moral on parental guidance, Whistler and Wilde quips, a quotes section on books as friends, and a note about candlefish lamps in Greenland.
President George W. Jackman resigns from the Fairfield County Anti Tuberculosis Society amid remarks that medical members imposed excessive duties. The board will consider his resignation and discuss land purchase for a county sanitarium while the state plans its own facility. Dr C N Haskell confirms the desire to proceed with a sanitarium despite state plans.
Dorothy Keyson, a demented Danish woman sent to the State asylum in Middletown from Takeview Home, had nearly $400 in currency sewn into her clothes. State attendants discovered the money. Investigator Morrissey learned of the finding during a visit to Middletown.
Oliver W H Richardson a Yale history professor since 1897 has resigned to become Professor of European History at Washington University Seattle His departure takes effect at year end and he leaves today for Seattle Richardson, Yale graduate of 1889, is moving to join the new chair.
City court cases include Charles Phoenix discharged for lack of evidence and James Blake fined for drunkenness and breach of the peace. A man using two names, Charlies Reynolds and BE A. Conklin, is jailed for theft of copying paper. Bridgeport Gaelic beat Ansonia 11 to 8 at Steeplechase Island. Baseball scores: South Ends 12, St. Josephs 7. Newfields 4, Neugatucks 0. Bids awarded for crushed stone, sand, and cement for Seaside Park wall. Brick pavement bids due July 9. Cent a word want ads.
Fourteen Danbury hat manufacturers appeal Superior Court against association attachments tied to a strike. They posted 25000 bonds each to fight the dispute, then reached terms with strikers to use the union label, and were contested for bond claims. Judge Lucien F. Bu orders James T. Hubbell to appear June 30 to detail the claims. Names listed include Bairdnited Co, Bellaire Hat Co, Delaherty Hat Co, Hoyt Messinger Corp, and others.
An extended local profile praises John Smith in Bridgeport for passing the state bar exam and entering the legal profession. It traces his varied career from factory foreman and probate clerk to attorney, noting his public service and character. Other legal exam achievers from nearby towns are named.
Contracts let by Director F A Biltz for sewer construction to Burns Co on Noble avenue from East Washington to Barnet avenue at 1 69 per running foot. B D Pierce Jr Co awarded 75 feet on North street at 90 cents and 350 feet on Frederick at 72 cents. E T Doolittle receives 350 feet on Frederick. Pierce Mfg Co gets 500 feet on Fox street at 92 cents and 300 feet on Norman street at 57 cents. Lindley street extension sewer not awarded. tabled to decide trunk line or small sewer.
The funeral for William J. Kelly was held at St Charles Church this morning at 9 o'clock with delegations from Court Nathaniel Wheeler Foresters of America and the Third Division AOH in attendance. Miss Katherine Bean sang Jerusalem after the mass as pallbearers Dr Cremins Phillip Armins Patrick O Leary Michael Devin Michael Roach and Patrick Sullivan. A Swiss watchmaker has produced a watch under one eighth of an inch thick that keeps time with a deviation of less than seconds in 24 hours.
IF W SMITH JR reports a collision near Westerly R I involving a Stevens-Duryea touring car carrying Roderick Curtis Prof William Shepard and chauffeur George Waters. Prof Shepard fractured skull but expected to recover as others suffer minor injuries and all reach Grace Hospital.
Milton C. Taylor aged 78, Civil War veteran, residing at the Soldiers' Home in Noroton, died this morning of heart failure brought on by heat prostration during a visit to Osborns on Vincellette Street. He arrived Tuesday and had enjoyed a furlough. Dr A A Holmes treated him. Taylor revived briefly but then worsened. He is survived by three sons, all living in Norwalk.
The probate court received an inventory of the late Charles A. Doten s estate showing real estate valued at 6920 and personal property at 149.73 The deceased long served as county coroner for many years and his estate details were filed this morning.
A valetudinarian Earl of Sussex obtained royal permission to wear a nightcap in Queen Mary’s presence. The grant, described as unique, allows him to wear a cape or nightcap at his pleasure in any royal or public setting. A dentist notes false teeth can create a mouth battery, causing shocks.
A collection of short notes and anecdotes from diverse topics. It covers the origin of the domino game with monks, a note on animal reasoning, the tale of birds and feeders, a curious London eel market tradition, the bower bird’s decorating habit, a harmless exchange about a Westends reception, a London humorous quip, advice about night air, fashion for brides, and a closing Farmer Want column prompt.
Hundreds of King collar buttons offered at five cents per dozen. Describes strong solid buttons in various shapes with large or small heads. Normally sold at 2 and a half or 5 cents each, but here priced at five cents per dozen near the elevators on the main floor.
New fiber hand bag touted as the lightest yet capable of carrying a child’s weight. Constructed with stout backing, deep cabin fold, bolt reinforcement, and cloth lining. Available in 12 to 16 inch sizes for $1.35 to $1.75, third floor display.
A compact trunk priced to endure heavy use is described with hardwood slats protecting the top, a sheet iron bottom, brass fittings at corners, and a strong brand lock. Available in 28 inch size and larger sizes up to 36 inch with 50 cent price increments per size. Third floor.
A brief ad describes rattan suit-cases as ideal for women on short trips. The cases offer strength and light weight, compare favorably to leather when empty versus filled, and come with linen lining and leather trim for extra strength. Available in all sizes on the third floor, priced at $3.50.
Lacking in weight but strong fiber suit-cases for little girls are described. They feature a matting-like fiber exterior, brass bolts and lock, and neat lining. Sizes range from 12 to 20 inches in length, priced at $1.28.
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