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Newspaper
Bridgeport Evening Farmer
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Mar 27, 1909
Page
3
Typewriter ribbons and carbon papers for all machines, in all colors and grades. Includes typewriter oil, brushes and other accessories. Jackson's Book Shop located at 986 988 Main St offers reliable supplies for all conditions.
Naples dispatch reports no confirmation of rumors that King Victor would meet ex President Roosevelt in Naples. Officials say the king still wishes to meet Roosevelt but opposition to his arrival on grounds of propriety remains. Other notices include multiple death and funeral announcements from Hartford and surrounding cities, detailing dates, times, and interment plans.
Building Inspector Daniel M. Rowland urged property owners as spring arrives to inspect chimneys for soot, gas leakage, and exterior pointing. He warned neglect risks fires and poor draft, noting Bridgeport’s fire department responds about 50 times yearly. He cited New York’s $10 fine and urged local laws to curb chimney fires.
Los Angeles March 27 George Alexander was elected to succeed Arthur Harper the recalled mayor who resigned two weeks ago. He will likely be sworn in next Monday. Socialist Fred Wheeler had strong showing as sole opponent. Grand Jury indicted former Police Commissioner Sam Schepck for attempted bribery aiding the recall effort. Further indictments of former officials expected.
An inventory filed in probate court shows the late Peter Dusch estate at 2452.45 in impersonal property. Judge Noebles appoints Theresa Laughlin administratrix of Margaret Laughlin's estate with Arthur W. Burritt and Walter Clark as appraisers.
Edmund Y. Jacobus acting as administrator of Catherine A. Schermerhorn's estate quit claimed to Mix W. Dick the Clinton Avenue butcher property at numbers 126 1339 and 134 for 7560 dollars. In Meriden six young ladies at St Bridges Convent received the white veil and five were professed Rev Mgr John Sinnott administrator of the diocese officiated.
Harry Porter, Olympic high jump record holder, addressed a full High School assembly on athletics and its value. Principal Simonds lauded Yale and President Taft, while Porter recounted London 1908 events, including Ralph Rose’s flag incident, Carpenter, Barnsley, Dorando, Hayes, and Lipton’s challenge for the American Cup with notes on national pride and sport’s cross‑cultural grip.
Victor Moore, in Cohdn Harris’s The Talk of New York at Smith's, delivered a hit performance. He sings as well as acts, excelling in both comic and dramatic scenes across four acts. Audiences hailed his curtain call and he received hearty applause, with the strong supporting company matching his prowess.
Newtown announces the commencement speakers with Erl Taber as valedictorian and Helen Houlihan as salutatorian. Essayists include Anna Raffles Florence Beecher Benjamin Smith and Gertrude Bradley. Numerous local residents are noted for visits, illness, and daily events, including Pearl Parsons from Smith College and changes in residents at Borden's and nearby communities.
Miss Neilie Kilbride of Bridgeport is visiting her parents on Cemetery avenue Mr and Mrs Edward Kilbride. E C Graham formerly employed at John R Peck's tenement house has moved to Weston to work on a farm there.
Mrs Henry Harlem Tweedy and Mrs Lucien T Warner report generous contributions for anti tubercular work. Funds will hire a visiting nurse to oversee outside efforts, aiding households with milk eggs and air. The program aims to keep tubercular patients from becoming town charges and prevent family disruption.
New Haven March 27 Judge Case of the Superior court approved the referee William Hamersley report in the divorce suit of Mrs Annie E Bassett of Ansonia against Theodore W Bassett an officer of United States Rubber Reclaiming company New York city This action grants Mrs Bassett a decree of divorce and alimony of 62500 agreed upon by counsel Mrs Bassett daughter of Edson S Bryan deputy internal revenue collector noted she married Bassett October 15 1891 alleging desertion in the suit
Night watchman on Golden Hill finds a padlock missing from Mrs. Strickland barn. He enters the building, captures two men, John B. Drummond and Frank Ryan, who claim employment by Jennings Bros. The police verify the tale and release them. New Haven bar association incorporates. Ex-Judge Stoddard elected president with C E Webb as secretary and treasurer.
City paving bids awarded with Silliman & Godfrey Co. to supply American Creosote blocks at 1.90 per sq yd for Main Street and Mack Mfg. Co. to pave Golden Hill with brick at 31.36 per thousand. Bids cover blocks cement crushed stone and sand with Port land cement at 1.51 per barrel and sand at .97 per cu yd. City facing $30,000 for permanent paving. Golden Hill portion about 3,132 remains.
The Starin wreck yielded profitable finds for shore scavengers. Oyster dredges recovered cargo pieces, including 96 planes, sold at reduced prices. A passerby netted 12 gold watches. two Winchester rifles, reportedly ordered for Ex President Roosevelt, remain unfound. A $1,500 lathe and planer vanished, with rumors of a local digger. Ladies wore silk from the wreck. hardware and a twin baby carriage were also recovered.
Waterbury moulders walk out in a strike by eighty workers over apprenticeship levels. Union and company officials remain silent with possible developments expected. In separate notices, Thomas M Dolan, a South End resident, dies at 49, survived by widow and children, with funeral pending. Albert J. Olmstead dies at 56 in Bridgeport Hospital after pneumonia, survived by widow.
Mrs. Helen Boyle, jailed in Mercer on the Billy Whitla case, gives an exclusive United Press interview denying involvement, claiming she is James H Boyle’s wife, alone in the world, and protective of her family’s privacy while asserting she has no knowledge of the kidnapping. She describes her background, a prior accident, and dispels make up rumors as she sits in a restrained, somber cell.
Bridgeport Connecticut notes entrances on Main Street Fairfield Avenue and Cannon Street. Weather forecast calls for light showers tonight or Sunday as of Saturday March 27 1909.
The store promotes its expanded space and improved facilities for spring fashion. It boasts a larger, nicer stock across all departments with better costumes, hats, waists, and footwear. Merchandise is fresh and new, promising superior service to more customers this season.
A Lion wheel bicycle offers long wear, easy operation, and better service than rivals. Built in a reliable factory on solid models with Howland tires guaranteed for the riding season. Price $19.50, coaster brake extra $4.50, mud guards extra $1.50. Front basement:
A basement listing of daily use tools and hardware items. Drawer knobs casters hinges padlocks screw drivers expansion bits pliers braces chisels wrenches and more from cited brands with prices ranging from a few cents to over a dollar. The note emphasizes dependable edge tools and a broad range of handles locks bolts and related hardware.
A Fairfield avenue storefront promotes a sale of about 100 titles at 45 cents each. The display highlights popular authors and varied topics with well illustrated volumes. Ad invites customers to browse a wide selection at Howland Dry Goods Co.
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