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Newspaper
Bridgeport Evening Farmer
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Mar 06, 1913
Page
6
Chicago on March 6 fifteen cases were disposed of in Judge Mary Bartelme’s court the first day of the women run court. The all female staff including bailiffs clerks and probation officers reported satisfaction with the results and justice for the girls judged in hearings meant to give them a chance.
Neemie the Taft poodle, a $5,000 Italian breed gifted by Victor Emmanuel, strayed from the White House on Tuesday. Washington police led a search, and a maid in Mrs Laughlin’s home woke to the dog’s barking and brought it inside. A telegram was sent to Miss Taft to decide if the dog should be shipped to Augusta or kept in Washington until the Tafts return.
Washington reports the comptroller advised the secretary of the navy that government funds cannot cover dental treatment when naval officers are unavailable. Sailors may seek private dentists at their own expense if government care cannot be provided.
A damaged ad copy promotes Foley Kidney Pii TONIC as fast relief for backache kidney and bladder trouble rheumatism urinary irregularities and bladder inflammation. It targets middle aged and elderly people and women with location clues and unverified recommendations.
Berlin March 6 The official German naval death list after the torpedo boat destroyer S 178 was rammed by Yorck off Helgoland shows 71 dead. Two officers and 69 sailors perished not by drowning but from freezing while clinging to spars after their vessel sank. The Admiralty confirmed the destroyer was cut in two as heavy seas overwhelmed it, making rescues nearly impossible and many bodies were recovered only this morning.
New York report states Katherine Godfrey, a young widow, was found murdered early today in her flat. Her head and face were battered, believed to be with a club, with police attributing the crime to neighborhood gangs. Three men who reported the killing were detained as witnesses.
An inspection by United States officers has been announced for the hospital corps attached to the Coast Artillery Co. at Bridgeport on the night of March 18. The visit follows U.S. regulations demanding uniforms equipment and gear meet army standards.
Rural delivery carriers will sell parcel post stamps and keep the parcel post guide and map in their vehicles. Ordinary parcels small enough to fit in boxes are delivered directly. oversized items trigger a delivery notice or hold at the post office if the patron is unavailable. Rural carriers may not carry mail able matter weighing eleven pounds or less outside the mails.
Charities Inspector Alexander Morrissey applied for medical treatment for a badly dislocated wrist after an altercation with a charity automobile. Despite swelling and pain, he continued his duties and pursues his usual work, maintaining his cheery demeanor.
An advertisement touts Stuart's Calcium Wafers as a fast acne remedy promising rapid skin clearing. It asserts the product cleanses blood, contains no poison, and delivers visible facial improvement within days. Sold by first class druggists at 50 cents a box.
Clearout offers nominal prices on winter millinery and more than half price reductions on long cloth coats fur scarfs fur muffs shirt waists petticoats marabout muffs stoles and capes. Advance spring styles appear at wholesale prices.
This faded ad promotes Cascarets from E. H. Dillon & Co claiming to relieve sluggish bowels liver and stomach troubles headaches biliousness and indigestion. It touts a 10 cent box as keeping the head clear stomach sweet and bowels regular with gentle cleansing for adults and children alike.
In St Petersburg on March 6 1613 marked the centennial election of Michael Bedorovitch as Emperor. An artillery salute from the fortress opened ceremonies while crowds filled the decorated streets. The imperial procession to the cathedral drew cheers as the imperial family left the winter palace. The emperor and empress were greeted by the metropolitan with the cross and holy water.
The British steamer Ethyl, sailing from Narvik to Philadelphia, arrived after a voyage of sixty days. Decks were smashed, lifeboats stove in, and much of the machinery disabled. Propellers useless from heavy seas forced drift and delays, with a final stop for coal at Stornoway and a return toward the Azores before the crossing resumed. Captain Mavis and Captain Davis describe the voyage as the worst yet.
Charles Horn of New York city pleads not guilty to five counts of forgery and waives examination. Judge Foster remands him for trial in the superior court with $2,000 bond. Harry Potter testified for the defense as the case moves forward. John W. Mitchell’s hearing on assault with intent to kill is postponed to March 6. David Carey and George Deuel are jailed ten days for trespass on railroad property. Joseph Adelozzi, previously released on probation after theft, is returned to George Junior Republic.
Samuel C. Birchwood, sixty, dies after hospital operation at Bridgeport Hospital. He lived at 28 Wilkinson Street and is survived by a wife and a Florida-based brother. Francis Brunette of New Haven dies at his sister’s home, Mrs. Henry Cadette, 914 Maplewood Avenue after a paralytic stroke. he leaves a wife, two sons Frank and Lewis, and a daughter Mrs. Robert Legette, all of New Britain. Horwitz resumes business with new Bridgeport quarters at 64 East Washington Avenue, inviting patrons and citing slogans work guaranteed and prices right. Lenten fish specials listed for Friday at Bridgeport Public Market and branch, including halibut, blues, cod, oysters, lobsters, and more. The Farmer Want Column promoted for classifieds.
Bridgeport dealers report hard coal at 7 dollars per ton for several weeks with no expected drop until about May 1. New Haven prices run 6.50 dollars, with deliveries differing as curbsides in Elm City. Dealers cite abnormal conditions this year and delayed seasonal adjustments.
The Smith Murr ay Co marks an anniversary sale in the basement offering gray enamel ware and glassware at deep discounts. Bargains include 2 to 24 quart pots and pans, kettles, dish pans, water pails, coffee pots, sauce pots, and bowls with sale prices contrasted against regulars, plus ancillary home items such as ironing boards, baskets, boxes, brooms, and lamps with varied markdowns.
Deacon Frank Hubbard was elected life deacon to succeed the late E. W. Marsh at the annual meeting. John M. Merwin elected deacon for four years succeeding Lucien T. Warner, and Samuel Shaw to fill Hubbard's unexpired term. Resolutions on Marsh’s death adopted amid flourishing church reports.
Timothy M. Crowley of Hartford, president of the United Irish Societies of Connecticut, said in Meriden that the United Irish Societies and the German Alliance have formed committees to oppose a General Assembly resolution for a $10,000 appropriation for Connecticut participation in the 100th anniversary peace celebration with Great Britain.
Rev. Father Oates of New York delivered an eloquent Lenten sermon at St. Augustine’s church last evening. The address on Truths of Eternity was presented in a masterful style and drew a largely attended service as usual. WANT ADS. CENT A WORD.
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