Died in this city March 6 Thomas W Connor aged 63
Notices list multiple obituaries with details of deaths on March 6 in the city. Thomas W Connor aged 63 is named, with funeral plans at Adama Street and burial at Lakeview. Additional notices mention Mary A Gorham and Hawley Wilmot Reynolds with times and burial at Park Cemetery. Dates include March 6 1912 and references to March 3 6 1912.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thomas W. Connor
Madate
No. Adama Street
Bich
Lakeview Comet
Ean Main St. Mary A
George Gorham
Hawley, Wilmot & Reynolds
State Street
Park Cemetery
Schatfer
Davis to Remain Head of Merchants Association
Chelles D. Davis is expected to be reelected president and George S. Barnes named secretary of the Bridgeport Business Men's Association at the Stratfield annual meeting next Wednesday. The session opens at 3 p.m. with a call urging all members to attend.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chelles D. Davis
George S. Barnes
Bridgeport Business Men’s Association
Stratfield
View Fire Fighters Sworn In Tonight
Ten new firemen, appointed last week, will be sworn in tonight at a commissioners meeting and begin duty at 8 am tomorrow. The commissioners will instruct them on department duties. Speculation continues over whether Thomas Bohen, rejected as unfit, will be appointed amid pressure from his supporters.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. m
John H. Tegue
Thomas Bohen
Bohen
High death rate in Bridgeport in February 1913
Bridgeport recorded 138 deaths in February 1913 with 21 residents losing their lives to pneumonia. February saw six accidental or violent deaths and several illnesses including scarlet fever, diphtheria, typhoid fever, consumption, and grip. January total reached 153, giving a two month tally of about five deaths per day.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bridgeport
William Thomas
Vital Statistics
Coroner Probes Fatal Factory Injury at Bridgeport Plant
Coroner J J Phelan opened an inquiry into the death of John Scimkiczczi 30 Allen Street who died at Bridgeport Hospital after a skull fracture received at Parist Steel Co casting room on January 7. An inspection of the work scene where a heavy pulley from an overhead crane is said to have struck him was conducted with witnesses questioned. Further testimony is scheduled for Wednesday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Scimkiczczi
Allen,street
Bridgeport Hospital
Parist Steel Co
J. J. Phelan
Paper tableware for St Patrick and green fashion color forecasts
The article describes using paper substitutes for linen at St Patrick's Day gatherings with decorative napkins plates and centerpieces made from paper. It notes green shamrocks harps and flags plus a menu of green themed dishes and the appeal of no laundry chores for the maid. It also previews Grace Gould's spring color forecast recommending browns blues and grays as fashionable tones this season.
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James
Are Ee
March Woman’s Home Companion
Grace Margaret Gould
Havana
Copenhagen
Voile fashions dominate shops with borders and jeweled effects
The display highlights voile for gowns blouses and trims with borders in single or mixed colors. A white voile gown with chenile border and a water color design on white over corn color enhances the look. Also advice on ironing tablecloths and a help wanted ad for a drug clerk at Toucey Pharmacy on Mast Main Street.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Toucey Pharmacy
Mast Main St
Courtade to Debut New Auto at Show
Courtade, director of public works, will commission a new four cylinder five pass vehicle tomorrow. The car, bought for him by Contract & Supply, is on display at the automobile show. Courtade refers to the Loco mobile as his. The niece owns 1500 dollars.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Courtade
Neice
Loco
Applicants to be policemen amid influx of inquiries
A flood of police department applicants and ongoing inquiries fill police HQ as commissioners deny any mandatory medical examinations. Clerk Smith notes 156 to 200 patrolman applications on file, many years old, while commissioners insist no examination orders have been issued.
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Police — Department
Smith
R. M. Andrus
Burton BR
Andrus
Hose
M. Andrus
Fred
Fried J. Adams
Ted
Department
George S. Hill
Anderson
Richard H. Murphy
Lou P. Bristol
Frederick J. Adams
Whiskey confiscation in dry state shipments at depot
Lawton Oklahoma authorities seized 43 cases of whiskey and 16 cases of beer yesterday. The shipments were consigned to local dealers and had been sent by firms based in Fort Worth Texas and Kansas City Missouri. The liquor was found at the depot under the dry state enforcement.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lawton
Okla
Fort Worth
Kansas City
Legislative committees working hard in Hartford session
Hartford dispatch notes 50 legislative days remain to adjournment as Friday sessions loom next week. Gov Baldwin has signed four bills including a temporary state loan and extended JP qualification time, plus two special acts authorizing Ansonia bonds and a defic ity appropriation for the state library and treasurer. Committees plan rapid reports on city and borough matters and New Haven charter amendments with executives and aldermen backing favored measures.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hartford
General Assembly
Baldwin
Ansonia
State Library
State Treasurer
Cities and Boroughs
New Haven
Board of Aldermen
Court of Common Council
Highwaymen Nabbed After Robbery Attempt
Frank Zies and Lorenzo Raffeele, both with unknown addresses, were arrested on a charge of attempted highway robbery after an alleged attempt to hold up Patrick Garvin and Jacob Meade near North Mianus last evening. Garvin escaped on horseback. officers recovered a revolver and a long knife. Police investigate links to other attempted holdups.
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Er H
Frank Zies
Nooth “Quanus
Lorenzo Raffeele
Patrick Garvin
Stamford
Jacob Meade
North Mianus
Garvin
Zica
Raffaele
Personal tax collectors attract crowds at city hall
In Bridgeport many residents visit the city hall tax office for 1912 list taxes due March 1. About 26,000 residents received invitations to participate, each bringing a $2 bill as an admission card. The office notes a steady stream of callers since the due date.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bridgeport
Cuttoura Soap and Ofstommét Used by Reader in 1922
A reader letters describe using Cuttoura Soap and Ofstommét, noting improvements and seeking more supplies for two months. The message mentions skin conditions, a disfigured appearance, and ongoing bathing for relief, with references to Cuticura products and a post-card ad.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
D. Miscola
Cuticura
Dept
T. Basten
Tien
Final Day for Nation Savings
A brief notice indicates the final day for national savings offerings, urging readers to act before the deadline. No additional context or names present in the readable text.
Will to live lingers as minds reflect on mortal odds
A fragmented note hints at resilient hope as communities ponder longevity and the meaning of life amid aging populations. Local voices share memories, fears, and practical plans for care while confronting uncertain futures.
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Maine
Round
Sirloin
Porterhouse
Florida
Isc
Fruit Dept
Assid Chocolates
Sabra
St. Julien
Jamaica
Horan & Son Florists
Mathemeral
Éyohn Reck & Son
Ate Hughes & Chapman Sa
Percy P. Anderson
Real Mist
Cannon St. Insuran
Hanting Street
St Vincent's Hospital
George W. Finn
Ben
Davis
Merchants
St. Patrick’s Day
Excise and Shell Fisheries
Malm Street
Fairfield Avenue
Cannon
Patr
Clark
Howland Club
Howland Dry Goods
W. J. Bryan
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