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Newspaper
Bridgeport Evening Farmer
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Jun 29, 1910
Page
3
The article notes President Taft's June Beverly visit with a formal arrival at Montserrat station aboard the parlor car Colonial while the party travels from the previous stop, mentioning his famed smile and the reception during the event.
A narrator recalls visiting Widow Yarn at her forty-acre homestead to discuss road improvements and a road district vote. The widow demands voting rights tied to her land, and the scene unfolds with humor about frankness and local politics as framed by Harper's Weekly.
The 1875 Ruskin show at the National Gallery London displayed facsimiles of Turner's paintings. Ruskin noted he trained a copyist for over ten years to reproduce Turner's works with fidelity, producing replicas he would sign to prevent sale as real Turners.
Theodore Roosevelt appeared as alumni president at Harvard's commencement cheering crowds. No honorary degree was awarded to him, while degrees went to Hughes Morgan Murray Woods Eliot Thayer Livermore Williston Smith McLaurin and others conferred by Harvard President Lowell.
Baltimore June 29 Three men were killed and three others mortally injured when a freight engine crashed into a gang of carpenters on a trestle at 21st Street and the Belt Line tracks. The crash also left three others seriously hurt.
The jury trying Lee O Neill Browne Democratic leader faced bribery charges in a bid to influence Lorimer's U.S. Senate election. After deliberating since last Friday they failed to agree and were discharged at noon. The panel stood 4 to 0 for conviction from the first ballot. Browne left the courtroom without comment while State's Attorney Weyman signaled Browne would be retired.
The Missouri river rate cases prompt a rehearing petition filed by the railroads in the Supreme Court. The stay on the May 31 mandate remains in effect until October when the petition will be argued.
The New York stock market opened strong with gains across nearly all issues. By late afternoon most listings showed fractional gains as government bonds stayed steady and other bonds remained unchanged.
London June 29 The Duc D Alencon grandson of Louis Philippe and son of the Duc De Nemours died at his Wimbledon home from old age. He was once a suitor for Queen Victoria's hand.
Rome authorities formally demand Porter Charlton extradition from the United States after his confession to murdering his wife near Lake Como. In Manila Bay a rescued drydock Dewey may be repaired before the forthcoming typhoon season as reported to the Navy Department.
Former title bout challenger Sailor Burke visits the Farmer office to report he is training at John Bond's in Stratford and plans to "clean them all up" after his Johnson bout at Smith's theatre.
William Carey, a Civil War veteran and former stationary engineer, died suddenly this morning at his daughter Mrs Richard Mullins's home at 130 Catherine Street. He served in Co C 14th Conn Vols and had lived in Bridgeport for years. Survived by his widow, he did not join fraternal orders. He attended St Augustine's church and valued family, dying after a sinking spell early today.
The New Haven inquiry into the county board drew attention as Colonel Norris G. Osborne editor of the Journal-Courier and Attorney Charles M. Robinson testified. Blakeslee pressed Osborne on an editorial alleging a Blakeslee county contract, with Osborne acknowledging no proof. Robinson claimed he could prove Walter’s insurance ties pending a few days of evidence.
The wedding at St Charles Church joined Frances J Blassett daughter of Emanuel Blassett Sr and Harry Maloney of Beach Street. The ceremony was led by Pastor William J Lynch with Ellsie Blassett as bridesmaid and Thomas Maguire as best man. The couple plans a two week honeymoon to New York Niagara Falls and the Thousand Islands before settling in East Bridgeport. Frances was a saleslady at J B Wooster Co and Harry is a musician and toolmaker with American & British Manufacturing Co.
The Inter-State Commerce Commission ordered reductions averaging 26 percent in transcontinental freight rates. Stemming from complaints by Spokane and Portland, the Nevada railroad commission, and Salt Lake City Commercial Club, the biggest cuts apply from the Pacific coast to Missouri River points.
Salyersville Kentucky reports seven bodies recovered from wreckage after a cloudburst swept Magoffin Floyd and Knott counties. Searchers expect more deaths as homes, dams, stores and a bridge were washed away along Middle Creek and Beaver Creek with widespread property loss and debris.
Kaiser’s Meteor defeats Westward and Germania in a close Kiel yacht race. Meteor, with the Kaiser aboard, edged Germania by two minutes and Westward by three minutes after earlier defeat to Westward. Continuous competition marked the special United Press report from Kiel.
Public schools closed this afternoon for the summer break with a shortened morning session. Pupils and teachers reported at half past one, promotions announced, certificates of honor awarded and diplomas granted to eighth grade graduates. The new term opens September 13.
Tangier reports that thirteen hundred natives were killed in an engagement with French troops on June 23 in the Tadla district while en route to suppress an unprecedented outlawry in the Kacha region. The losses were heavy and the action aims to quell unrest.
Frederick Neps 40 years old living at 503 Maple Street committed death by own action this afternoon by drinking carbolic acid at his home after a severe epileptic attack at the car barns of the Connecticut company where he worked as a night repairman. His wife found him with an empty vial and he died before help arrived.
The Baldwin dress is described as a wrap around combining apron, wrapper, and kimono in one. It slips on easily with two snaps, no hooks or buttons, and can be worn for chores or in the house. Easy laundering, flat ironing, and tasteful trims suit practical and stylish needs.
Edward J. Rowe and Grace Cooper will be married at 7 30 by Rev Father John F Murphy at St Marys. Charlotte Cooper is bridesmaid and John F Rowe Jr. is best man. Afterward the bridal party will dine at the Coopers 195 Bunnell street and the couple will honeymoon three weeks visiting Niagara Falls Buffalo Detroit and other Western points before settling in Brooklyn.
A Brooklyn boy of about 15 leaped from the Brooklyn Bridge this afternoon after a tug boat crew watched him dive. He was rescued near Lower Fulton Street and taken to a hospital. Officials say he is not seriously injured and he claimed the stunt was a $250 bet with clothes as the prize.
Middletown June 29. The Rich prize Wesleyan's highest honor for the best commencement essay was awarded to George S. Brengle of Armenia N J at graduation exercises. His subject was The Mission of Theodore Roosevelt.
Arden Mitchell aged 17 and Una Greenholds aged 16, reported missing, were killed by a Baltimore and Ohio freight near Weston. Authorities believe they executed a suicide pact. No new trial for Dr. Hyde as he is convicted of murdering Colonel Thomas D. Swope in Kansas City.
Silk and pique coats for little girls aged two to five in pure white pique and corded silk. Some pique coats feature embroidery collars. Tasteful, well-made with extra value, located on the second floor.
Sample pieces of matting measuring a yard wide and at least a yard long. Ends finished to wear well. Priced at 50 cents per yard. Located on the third floor.
An in store exhibit showcases hair dressing styles from Ancient Rome to today. It notes fashion’s reliance on hair additions and highlights available items with prices such as cluster puffs sets and long wavy switches.
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