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Newspaper

Bridgeport Evening Farmer

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Mar 08, 1913

Page

3

Cuticura Soap Free Skin Book Offer

Cuticura Soap and Ointment marketed as pure sweet effective. Liberal samples of each with a 32 page Skin Book offered free. Address Potter Drug and Chem Corp Dept 85 Boston London Paris Srey Calcutta Bombay Tokio Hong Kong Cape.

Cuticura Potter Drug & Chem. Corp Dept Boston London Paris Srey Calcutta Bombay Tokio Hong Kong Cape T

Labor Chief Outlines Meagre Views In New Administration

New Labor Cabinet chief William B. Wilson speaks to reporters saying he does not represent organized labor but government policy. He emphasizes guiding Labor Department with a broad view and notes support from Samuel Gompers allies. A second item reports wedding plans as Miss Sarah Gildersleeve of Portland marries Prof. Robert H. Fife Jr. in Stamford. A Havana dispatch claims Col Edmund J. Frederick was offered command of a Castro expedition to Venezuela, with no denial or confirmation.

Merch William B. Wilson Labor Organized Labor Department of Labor Samuel Gompers Spison Rere Fano Wilson Ee Middletown Conn Weeleyan Stamford Sarah Gildersleeve Portland Robert H. Fife, Jr Otty Council Poe Connecticut Hospital For the Insane University of Virgine Charlotte Bride Gildersleeve Jacksonville Fla Metropolie Havana Edmund J. Frederick Maximo Gomez Venezuela Castro Frederick Veterans’ Association Menecal

Narrow Escape At Ansonia Station Involving Conductor

Daniel Walsh of Bridgeport had a perilous moment at the Ansonia station when he tried to board the Boston New York express as it pulled away. Conductor MacFarland grabbed Walsh and steadied him on the moving car, saving him from a possible fall under the wheels as a second train arrived on a neighboring track. The incident ended with both men safe aboard and relief among Walsh’s companions.

Ansonia Sentinel Daniel Walsh Bridgeport MacFearland Walsh Welsh Hana Reat MacFarland Mr. Walsh Messrs. Welsh Ansonia

Obituary notices and local deaths during March edition

Yesterday crowds paid respects to Thomas Moriarty of 1061 Broad Street at St. Augustine's Church with a nine o'clock requiem. Interment followed at St. Michael's Cemetery. pallbearers included Robert Hgan John Meher Michael Mulloy and John Ennis. Funeral for Frederick Shaffer held at 2:30 PM from 6 William Place with burial at Mt. Grove Cemetery. Thomas Colbeck died at his daughter’s home in Stratford age 39. survived by four daughters, one son, twenty five grandchildren and eleven great grandchildren. Body to be moved to New Britain for burial. Fire damaged the Horn Building in Waco Texas causing about 200000 in losses. Rentals and razor sharpening services listed.

M.J. Gannon Broad Street Thomas Moriarty New Haven St. Augustine's Church RH. V. Murphy Robert Hgan John Meher Michael Mulloy John Ennis St. Michael’s Cemetery Frederick Shaffer William Place Mt. Grove Cemetery Thomas Colbeck J. Seiths Bruce Avenue Stratford Daunghters Seiths Andrew Corcoran New Britain Harry Pierson Frank Marshall City Thomas M. Colneck Grant Street A. G. Baker Tigan James F. Mahoney Solo Old Ireland Kenmare P. F. Radison John W. Dial John O'Connell John J. O'Neill Thomas O’brien T. J. Murphy Joseph P. Reilly Charles J. Byrnes William Clifford Patrick McCarthy James Feeley P. W Wren John J. Cullinan Thomas Burke Thomas E. O’brien William R. Hogan John J. Broderick Patrick J. Carroll William A. Redden Thomas C. Keenan Daniel B. Walsh Dr. P. J. McLaughlin John H. McMurray James Farnan F. C. Mullins James H. Rooney John T. King John A. Hurley Christopher Rickard Dennis F. Keller Daniel J. Clifford Thomasc. Coughlin B. F.cooney George T. McCarthy Frank J. Clancy Robert Emmet Dublin Trinity College Thomas Addis Emmet France Lord Hawarden Emmet Old Thomas Street

Memorial of Emmet Club Honors Irish Patriot in Bridgeport

Preparations are complete for the annual Emmet Club memorial at the Plaza theatre with a record crowd expected. Congressman Thomas L. Reilly of Meriden will deliver the oration, joined by the Wheeler & Wilson orchestra and local vocalists, followed by a banquet at the Atlantic Hotel. The program cites Emmet’s historic birth in 1778 and his legacy as a political rebel who sought Irish freedom, ending with his famous peaceful death message.

Memorial OF Emmet Club Thomas L. Reilly Meriden Emmet Club Plaza Theatre Congressman Reilly Washington Bridgeport Hiis Wheeler & Wilson Orchestra Sevial Atlantic Pat Ba of Tara Wheeler and Wilfonestra Ola Killarney P. F. Radican Anna L. Hartigan James F. Mahoney Robert Douglass Martin Mother Mahree John Hughes John A. Hurley

St Patrick's Day Committee Sets Meeting After Banquet Plans

The Knights of St Patrick's committee in charge of the annual St Patrick's banquet will meet tomorrow afternoon in Cullinan and Cullinan offices. A business matter of importance will be discussed and full attendance is urged.

ST. Patrick’s Day Knights of St. Patrick's St. Patrick's Cullinan

No Postmaster Appointments Before April

Washington reported that Postmaster General Burleson said no postmaster appointments would be made before April 1 except in emergencies. About 1,500 Taft era appointments were not acted on by the Senate, requiring President Wilson to make all new appointments.

Washington Burleson Taft Senate Wilson

Cascarets Claim Fast Liver and Bowel Cleansing

An advertisement urges taking a Cascaret tonight to cleanse the liver stomach and bowels. It targets headaches coated tongues sleeplessness biliousness nervousness and fatigue, claiming Cascarets regulate digestion remove sour undigested food and toxins and improve mood by morning. A 10 cent box promises lasting bowel action and cheerfulness for months.

Poli Theatre scandal spurs $1000 reward and detective probe

A rumor claiming the Poli Theatre on Main Street is undermining its foundations prompted S. Z. Poli to post a $1000 reward for information leading to arrest and conviction. Detective W. J Burns and two agency men are tracing the rumor while officialsestablish the structure’s safety and invite public inspection Sunday afternoon.

Poli Main Street S. Z. Poli W. J Burns Bridgeport D. M. Rowland Polt Charles HB. Botsford William 8. Dowling William Martin

Stapley Murphy Engagement Is Announced For July

Miss Hattie Matilda Murphy daughter of Mr and Mrs George A Murphy of 109 Deacon Street to Philip Henry Stapley of this city. The wedding will take place in July. Washington March at the White House Augustus Thomas the playwright stands high in President Wilsons consideration for ambassador to France. Want ads cent a word.

Hattie Matilda Murphy George A. Murphy Deacon Street Philip Henry Stapley Washington White House McCombs Democratic National Committee Augustus Thomas Wilson France

Bridgeport Police Officer John F. Anderson Is Dismissed

John F. Anderson, a five year Bridgeport patrolman, was dismissed after the commissioners, in executive session, reviewed testimony about his conduct and false statements to investigators. He claimed dizziness caused his injuries, while witnesses testified to conflicting accounts and beats by a lone man and a gang.

John F. Anderson Bridgeport Anderson F.J. Adams Thomas F. Garrity Frederick Farrell J. T. Coughlin John Howell Third Precinct Benham Wood Avenues Fox

Workers Rally Against Sulzer Stock Exchange Tax Bill

In New York, wage earners in the financial district push a campaign against Gov Sulzer's plan to raise the stock transfer tax from two to four dollars per hundred shares. They fear reduced trading and job losses, and will send a volunteer-assembled committee to Albany for the upcoming hearing.

New York Financial District Wall Street Stock Exchange Gov- Sulzer Albany

Police Called Into Probe On Suffrage Parade

Washington March 8 Police authorities prepared to present their side to a Senate committee investigating suffrage protest protection. Richard Sylvester, superintendent, outlines the department’s difficulties and claims officers did their best to maintain order and protect the thousands of women workers. The Senate panel summoned patrolmen and sergeants named for alleged duty failures during the parade.

Washington Senate Richard Sylvester Jones Dillingham Pomerone

City Court Fines and Sentences on Concealed Weapons Case

City court judge Wilder fined Philip Mastriano five dollars plus costs and jailed him for four months for carrying concealed weapons. Dominic Grizino received one dollar plus costs and four months in jail, and John Gallo was fined seventy five dollars plus costs and jailed four months for the same charge after a saloon fight at 836 Pembroke street following a card game. John Mitchel, colored, was sentenced to 15 days for assault with intent to kill after shooting Harry Potter, colored, on February 28 in East Washington avenue. Mitchel claimed Potter attacked him and he warned of his intent. Henry Seyfert, Joseph Knauf and John Anderson were discharged for non-payment of personal taxes when the Common Council abated the assessments.

Philip Mastriano Dominic Grizino John Gallo Wilder Pembroke Street John Mitchel Harry Potter Potter East Washington Avenue Mitchell Henry W. Seyfert Joseph C. Knauf John C. Anderson Common Council

Silk and wool poplin fabrics featured for spring gowns

Howland's ad in Bridgeport promotes silk and wool poplin and related fabrics for spring wear. It highlights fabric qualities such as shape retention and drape, lists shades and prices from $0.75 to $2.40 per yard, and notes varieties like Washington crash and Mohair with fabric widths and shop location on the main floor rear.

Poplin Washington Copenhagen

True music at small cost plan for Victrola or Columbia

The Howland plan offers home music on easy payments. Purchases include Columbia Eclipse and Favorite models with records and weekly payments after a $1 to $5 initial payment. Demonstrations available in the front basement at the buyer’s convenience.

Victrola Columbia Columbia Eclipse

Local Court Docket Sees Fines and Remands

Frank Kelley of Worcester received 60 days in jail and a fine plus costs for assault on George Williams who stayed in a hospital for three days. Bertha Gobosky, 65 Summer Street, faced a school neglect charge. Four men Paul Vanek Dominic Vaculio Andrew Poncesez and Stephen Bagus were remanded after an assault on John Pajura on February 15 and set for arraignment on March 15.

Frank Kelley Worcester George Williams Bertha Gobosky Summer Street Paul Vanek Dominc Vaculio Andrew Poncesez Stephen Bagus John Pajura

Government to Probe Dr Friedman Tuberculosis Vaccine

Surgeon General Blue designated Director John W Anderson and Surgeon Arthur M. Stimson to form a board for investigating Dr. Friedman’s tuberculosis vaccine. The group will meet the German physician tomorrow in New York to conduct the inquiry.

Washington General Blue Public Health Service Today John W Anderson Hygiene Laboratory Arthur M. Stimson Friedman New York

Spring flowers brighten catalog and shop displays

The text notes numerous spring blooms in flower stores including azaleas, geraniums, cyclamen, primroses, daffodils, snapdragons, mignonette, sweet peas, and violets. It mentions Raster tide approaching and praises Horan & Son's flower shop as particularly attractive.

Horan & Son

Dr Anna Shaw Guest of Mrs Hincks in Bridgeport

Suffragist Dr Aw Howard Shaw will address the public tomorrow at 3 o clock in the Lyric theater under the Equal Franchise League. She will stay with Mrs William T Hincks on Park Avenue and speak free to all, with seats proved.

Aw Howard Shaw Bridgeport William T. Hincks Park Avenue Shaw Equal Francis League

Auto Show Ends Tonight at Park City Ring

Announcement gives total attendance figures for the 1913 automobile show, with final chance to view the exhibit at Park City. Bentley’s Orchestra under Prof Dieriinger on cornet and Prof DeStetere on flute to perform a special program as New Haven plans a broad signal system update for safety and electrified zones per the public utilities commission.

Totel Park City Tink Bentley Joseph Dieriinger John DeStetere New Haven, March New Haven Public Utilities Commission

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