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Newspaper
Bridgeport Evening Farmer
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Mar 05, 1909
Page
5
Feeble OCR listing parish notices and obituaries from March 1908. Includes funeral announcements for Omie Wreble 35, Esther A widow, Patrick Macoy, and John F. Gursys, with interment details at Lakeview and St Michael's cemeteries. Also trifts about idling, typewriters, resins, gravediggers, and small anecdotes.
President Taft started his administration promptly at 9:30 am meeting Secretary Knox and Ways and Means members. He asked for a special session and cabinet confirmations. weather clear but reports warn of suffering from the big storm with several deaths from exposure.
The Old Men faction rely on Senator Searles and Judge Malone to attack the Senate and House. The Speaker of the House Elmore Banks is the dominant influence behind the turn of events. If Hull Gould succeeds Fred Bartlett would be prosecuting attorney with Redden as assistant, Murritt clerk, Turner assistant clerk, while Alexander DeLaney is expected to retire.
Dennis Morrissey, son of Catherine and the late William Morrissey, died last evening at his mother’s home 1 Harrall Avenue. Clarence Noble, age 25, son of Edwin and Margaret Noble, died this morning at his parents’ home 6 Webster Avenue after a short illness. Ysther A., widow of Clark Marsh, died this morning at her life home 111 William St after a brief illness.
A vintage advertorial promotes a tonic named Min-rit for nervous prostration. It claims indigestion and poor nerve nourishment cause fatigue and sleeplessness, promising relief by supplying essential nutrients and easing appetite. The ad notes a money back guarantee and price of 90 cents per large box.
The back end of yesterday's storm crippled communications along the Atlantic seaboard. Thousand of men work to repair damage but trains to and from Washington and Baltimore run at reduced speeds. Snow blocks lines from New York to Norfolk, delaying arrivals. railroad officials warn trains move slowly and the Congressional Limited may barely top twenty miles an hour south of Philadelphia. Cities rearrange schedules. unemployment relief crews shovel snow. Charitable models provide aid.
Prosecuting Attorney DeLaney and Georan E Hill chair a conference this afternoon to decide the Salvation Army status as sellers of second hand materials under local law. The dealers association asserts alignment with the Board of Police Commissioners’ ordinance, while officials dispute the Army’s exemption or coverage.
The initial step in the contest of the late Mrs Alma A. Warner was taken in the probate court today as Boston attorneys opposed probating the will for Ida W. Kintsbury of South Coventry. Executors Braily W. Brown and Willard Plumb were represented by Judge Charles H. Peck of Stratford. Testimony from witnesses indicated the testator was of sound mind last September. Robertson, a grandson and legatee, appeared for the contestant. The hearing continued at 3 o'clock.
The Supreme Court closed its session with rulings in three cases. Martin Lawlor vs Charles H Merritt and others. no error, opinion by Judy Raraback. Abbie S Lowndes vs City National Bank of South Norwalk. judgment set aside and remanded for judgment in favor of plaintiffs for 66140 with interest from Sept 11 1806. Willem D Poke vs New Haven Railroad Company. no error, opinion by Judge Hall. Suit to recover damages for personal injuries. plaintiff not suited.
Ten of the twelve Democratic aldermen met last evening and agreed on Max Cohen as candidate to succeed Sheriff Capoxsi. Two candidates were John Curley and Max Cohen, with Cohen receiving the majority of votes. He will be chosen at the next aldermanic meeting.
A front-lot theft occurred when a gum machine with pennies and chewing gum was forced open at 738 Hallroad Avenue. The barker witnessed a shot and the offender, described as a local suspect, fled. No injuries reported.
Judge Jobs Banks allowed the claim of W Wirth of New York against the Jeremiah McRadley bankruptcy estate. Wirth asserts ownership of goods from the store as his property and the matter centers on secured property in the bankrupt assets. The case details indicate disputes over title to warehouse stock and retail inventory amid the liquidation process. The record mentions St Patrick's Day promotions and a carnival by the Central Labor Union during May, with committee members named James H Smith, Jane O Neill, and Wiamrmazin.
Judge Harry J. Riley grants three divorce decrees in the Civil Superior Court. Dorcas E. McFarland wins for cruelty and custody of her child from Lewis A. McFarland of Stamford. Lillian Riley seeks relief from Harry J. Riley of unspecified party and Wallace B. Parks from Ada Parks of Norwalk. The cases detail repeated abuse, desertion, and financial strain, with witnesses including the couples' children and a local servant corroborating the mistreatment.
On Water street yesterday afternoon, Kerry ef Emme Finnegan and Agne Doherty visited Capt. Molville Carlson aboard the Kerry barge. After a spell of hospitality, Carlson slept and awoke to find his coat missing containing a pocketbank and 39 lawful pounds. The women were arrested this morning and face trial tomorrow.
Paul Boynton Jr dies suddenly at Villa Nova. Age 28, son of Captain Mrs. Van Hoyoton and a Park City engineer. He resided briefly in this city, leaving a circle of friends and grieving parents and brothers reported. A gloom settles over the community.
Patrick Motloy a respected city resident died after sliding on ice on his Curtis Avenue stairs and falling to the bottom. Dr J W Gerber treated him for a contusion to the eye and brain concussion until death at Ils o clock. He is survived by a wife and one daughter.
John Assenza filed a police report alleging his wife eloped with Mike Campanella. Earlier Campanella aided in a knife assault on Assenza, with a brother helping. evidence failed to convict. Since then Campanella has been seen as friendly with Mrs. Assenza, and the pair may have fled to New York or Italy.
The Charities Department head J W Brennan recalls Miss Ella Steiger who ran the rmtime ward at the old high street school. Her careful influence helped many budding intellects, with many in the city bearing witness to her impact.
John Oras, a two week in country immigrant, wandered State Street and reached the W. C. T. O. building before succumbing to intoxication. He was taken to police headquarters to sleep off his drunkenness. Judge Foster suspended judgment, finding him more sinned against than sinning.
Attorney Joshua Meltzer will speak on Jewish History and Its Effect on Civilization under the auspices of Abraham Lodge 1.C.B.E. March 7 at 7:30 p m in Steubenball State and Main. A musical program will be given.
The Seaside Club postpones the March 1 event The flan) Luken Gay to a March 35 date to host a classical concert for members and ladies. A 20 piece string orchestra will perform under Leslie Vaughan with soprano soloist Mrs Florence Chase Haight of New York assisting.
Physicians at Bridgeport Hospital cannot rule out amputation for Andrew Yatsco, trapped in machinery at the Housatonic avenue plant of Bridgeport Brass. His arm is badly broken and mangled. Funeral arrangements are set for Sidney Ober, who died at his Newgatuck Junction home, to be held at his brother Dr. George E. Ober's East Main Street residence.
An advertisement touts Hotel Hamilton opening on December 7 offering a stone structure with top comforts on a high overlooking Harbor site. Describes amenities and urges readers to send for an illustrated booklet from the New York hotel contact at Arlington 25th Street and Broadway, Manhattan.
A Howland club offer states that joining for $1 secures a Howland sewing machine delivered to the home with payments over time. Machines cost 15 to 39 dollars in total, at regular cash price, with no extra club charges. The promotion ends Saturday and grants valuable privileges at no additional cost.
Rich suits for women are noted for distinctive and rich air, fine materials, and individual fashions. They are tailored with remarkable skill, yielding quiet elegance and refined taste. Priced at twenty five dollars, located on the second floor.
New leather hand bags range from 10 to 12 inch frames with single or double strap handles. Some bags include outside pockets and card cases or inner purses. Colors listed include green navy tan brown and black. prices from 1 to 3 dollars. Left of Main street entrance.
Columbia releases new March records featuring both double disc and indestructible formats with tuneful selections and popular reproductions. Indestructible at 35 cents, double disc 65 cents.
Blue navy serge boys suits priced at five dollars. Double-service model with two pairs of lined trousers, careful tailoring, fancy penifs and lawels, knicker trousers with heli loops, and latest out style. Front basement display.
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