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Newspaper
Bridgeport Evening Farmer
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Jun 29, 1909
Page
1
The Associated Hat Manufacturers seeks 26000 liquidations and 3000000 damages from The New Milford Hat Co for failing to use the union label. The suit details disputes over label restoration, contracts, and picketing that harmed business across Danbury and South Norwalk.
Cronan of the local detective bureau cites the embezzlement case against William G. Boyce. Arraigned this morning in city court, a demurrer by counsel Judge Edward K. Nicholson was overruled, and he is bound over to the next term of the Superior court on a 435,000 bond, reduced from previously. The estate funds and stock were explored after Albert Boyce's 1906 death, with large embezzled holdings traced to William, including 150 shares of U S common and 100 shares of U S Steel preferred, among others, totaling about 7,460 dollars then, now potentially double. He faces two counts: bond embezzlement and improper estate inventory.
Health Officer McClellan announced the city is never freer from sickness with very few contagious cases. He cited only one import from another state for the common disease and noted that as dissection vials close, the current health status should persist until fall, except for babies affected by hot weather.
Our State Correspondent reports that Clark of Bridgeport moved to table the amendment to the charter relating to the public affairs. The item was set aside to review the proposed changes before further action.
Mr Clark argued that the amendment as written was objectionable for creating needless expense. He noted it was sought by representatives and senators from Bridgeport to alter the proposed amendment.
Hartford June 29 The Senate rejected an amendment to the proposed automobile law that would allow the Governor to name a commissioner and deputy who could appoint a sub staff to manage state automobile interests. The bill as written provides for a deputy appointed by the Secretary of State, Col. Matthew H. Rogers. Politicians hoped to gain favorable berths but the Senate defeated the amendment by a large margin. The House stands by its version, and a conference committee from both chambers will seek a bill acceptable to both.
A strong south east wind roughened the Thames racing conditions as Harvard crews postponed heavy work until later. Yale crews reported for practice at noon then returned to quarters due to rough water. Referee Meekleham arrived and inspected the course with others and will hold a coaching session with Cap about the race.
Kwagers Krager and Roberts, tied to a railroad clerks fraud, face $1000 bonds after police allege they posed as authorized collectors for the Brotherhood of Railway Clerks to obtain funds from Warn er Bros. a year ago. A forged authority claim prompted the arrest and a list of business victims emerged. Braggins, president of the order, says the pair had no authority and that any documents were forged.
Washington reports seventy babies dead within six days due to extreme heat. Coroner Nevitt calls the toll a tale of misery, poverty, and helplessness as many victims were poor children crowded in hallways and narrow streets without sun or air.
The weather bureau predicts a general change to cooler weather in the northeastern states the lake region and the northwest. Indications point to cooler conditions in the middle Atlantic tonight and Wednesday as a hot spell eases.
New York June 29 Federal Grand Jury failed to file any indictment in the Sugar Trust probe and United States District Attorney Wise left for Europe. Indictments seem unlikely until he returns in August. Drug investigation had previously raised hope of actions against top Sugar Trust men over a Pennsylvania Sugar Refining Company loan. No district attorney officials would discuss the matter.
New York reports moderate stock market activity on June 29 with a generally firm tone. Reading opened fair then receded while Rock Island and United States Steel rose and Harriman issues were higher. After a holiday pause, the morning showed strength with most prices up and Interborough- Metropolitan weak. Noon session noted dullness but broad advances in active rails and Amalgamated Copper rising on short covering.
Yale President Hadley argues Greek study has declined as colleges face harder reforms. He favors English style honor courses like Oxford Cambridge, stronger student life organization, and preserving deep research while balancing tech and culture. The report notes Yale Press growth and staff changes including a retirement from Carnegie Foundation.
Hartford June 23 Senator Barnum chairman of the special committee in charge of the public utilities bill announced after an all day session that the committee arrived at a satisfactory decision. A business man's bill will be presented and drafted with aid from special council. The Senate and House passed a resolution to hire counsel for drafting.
Hartford June 29 Speaker Banks of the House abandoned the chair and urged members to avoid further delay in business. He warned that the legislature must adjourn by July 15 or be derelict. The House followed his lead and promptly disposed of pending acts.
Washington College Maryland confers a Doctor of Laws on Prof Samuel D Rogers formerly of the college where he taught mathematics and natural philosophy. He is 89 as of April 30 and remains mentally vigorous under President James W Cain who notes the college’s flourishing condition.
London June 29 An enormous police force guards Parliament as suffrage protests loom. Crowds gather and reserves are deployed in the district. A male petitioning delegation sought royal intervention but King Edward is away at Newmarket. The King’s secretary directs the matter to Home Secretary Gladstone amid fears of a violent raid.
Messina June 29 The fire among the earthquake ruins was gradually controlled overnight and shelters set up after the quake are likely saved. Most of the town’s population, aided by nearby cities, fought the blaze without pause. Losses run into millions due to destroyed ruins and buried treasure now a total loss. Origin of the fire remains undetermined. Late Sumner, Prof Perrin and Prof Co. B. Richards. New appointments include Lester Page Breckenridge as mechanical engineering professor at Illinois, James E. McClelland as mining engineering professor at Stanford, and Rev Henry Hallam Tweedy as professor of practical theology. Assistant professors Baldwin, Coe and Corbin promoted to full professorships. Recent gifts include $60,000 from an anonymous donor to endow an art school and other contributions in memory of Richard S. Fellowes.
Berkshire pond waterfront owners complain to Harbor Master Morris after a new dam at Berkshire Mills blocks boat access to Pequonnock river. They seek War Department action and drawbridge plans to restore navigation, fearing loss of waterfront development along the north shore and broader regional waterway potential.
Two patent medicine agents were denied selling licenses and prohibited from peddling medicines house to house under Section 262 of city ordinances. Clerk Clayton Smith directed them to Prosecuting Attorney Delaney, who warned that further peddling would lead to arrest.
E. J. Conklin admitted stealing $15 worth of typewriter copying paper from his employer J. A. Burr of 737 Lafayette Street. Judge Foster in city court fined him $1 and costs and ordered 30 days in jail. Conklin hired paralegal services prior to sentencing.
A man sent to Burr as a salesman under the name Reynolds claimed to have placed an order for a paper and delivered it. He never returned, nor refunded the money, and he told many stories, prompting police to question his suitability for inclusion in a local club.
Auerbach & Company, once a heavy dealer in cotton seed oil, announced its inability to meet obligations today by posting a notice on the New York Produce Exchange. Reverend Yorks Jute 29 mentioned in the notice reflects the downfall linked to oil declines.
Brooklyn June 29 Police officer Dillon was sentenced to seven to fourteen years in Sing Prison for killing Louise on Sunday May 2. The victim was the son of a poor Jewish grocer whom Dillon sought to arrest for violations of the Sunday closing law.
Classified notices list several help wanted ads for competent baster speaking general housework and a woman to assist with household chores, plus rental offerings for four rooms and a two-family house sale details. Also notices include a debt repudiation, a Gaelic Athletic Club meeting, and various sales from Watson on Fairfield Avenue and Pembroke Street.
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