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Newspaper
Bridgeport Evening Farmer
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
May 07, 1909
Page
1
Bridgeport and other cities prepare to challenge the electric lighting monopoly as lawmakers consider repeal of a 15 000 population limit. Indicating broader business interests, officials seek a substitute bill while the monopoly withdraws bills and awaits legislative action, with hearings to follow.
In the Court of Common Pleas criminal side Judge Walsh presided as Jamge Cox failed to respond to a charge of playing policy. His bond was set at 150 dollars. he was fined 50 dollars and costs and sentenced to 30 days in jail, with a further appeal under bond. Other defendants included Michael McMahon tied to indecent exposure. Julius Shield and Sand with bicycle thefts receiving short jail terms and fines. Sam White of Danbury sentenced to 30 days and 76 dollars in costs for assault.
The five local councils postpones the big class initiation to Sunday May 2 at Eagles' all. About 75 candidates will receive all degrees including the third part. A Brookyn N Y celebrated degree team will perform with delegates from New York and Brooklyn chapters. A banquet at the Stratfield will follow with hundreds of covers.
George A. Sedlak of 170 Hallett Street was surprised by about 30 friends who called to congratulate him on completing his apprenticeship at Automatic Machine. He received a diamond pin, flowers, a meerbaum cigar holder, and a box of cigars. Charles Zigler gave the presentation speech as Sedlak’s friends enjoyed music from his double orchestra.
Washington reports May 1 crop estimates show winter wheat area to harvest at about 27.871 million acres, 8.1 percent below 1908 and 7.2 percent under last fall sowing. Rye condition on May 5 stands at 38.1, below April 1 and May 1908 averages. Also notes that 150,000 winter wheat acres were sown in Montana not included in December estimate. The Yale Law School baseball team is listed for a game time at 8:30.
Mercer Pa May 7 Billy Whitla 14 testified for a fourth time in the Whitla kidnapping case. He described key events from his life, identifying Mrs Boyle as the woman in the Cleveland lodging house. The courtroom drew crowds and the judge ordered hats removed as Billy’s clear statements pleased the audience. Boyle acknowledged some role in the theft but denied planning it, promising further statements at sentencing.
Royal E. Cabell of Richmond Va has been selected to succeed John G Cappers of South Carolina as commissioner of internal revenue Cappers resignation will take effect July 1 and has been with Secretary MacVeagh for weeks Cappers is in a hospital with blood poisoning after surgery mastoiditis
Officials of the New York New Haven Hartford Railroad left Stamford on a special train for New York to attend a meeting tomorrow. President Mellen will be present and it is said a number of important issues will be discussed, including electrification plans for the route.
Director Biltz says the city will save about 8000 by buying crushed stone at a lower rate. The first order of 8000 tons was 30 cents a ton cheaper than prior city purchases, saving 3000. He plans 10 cents more per ton by faster unloading, cutting labor costs by 1000 on the first half, and may repeat the order. bids were advertised and awarded to the lowest bidder.
In a city facing Bridgeport water supply issues the General Assembly refused municipal ownership of the Bridgeport Hydraulic Company plant. The author argues cities deserve authority to own water works and to petition for such power, comparing it to sewer system authority and noting corporations never pursued sewage.
Merle C. Cowles reports Lakeview Home near Lakeview showing expanded facilities and fencing upgrades. The farm produced 7209.67 in value with 638.78 cash receipts, while livestock and poultry totals grew as inmate numbers rose, prompting demand for more space and improved kitchens, wards, laundry, and dining areas.
Jos Pockwik aged 19 living with his parents at 89 Columbia street has acted strangely for days. Investigator Morrissey of the Charities department found him docile yet reticent and unable to answer simple questions. He will be sent to a hospital for observation and may later be committed to an asylum. His father was affected in the same way 20 years ago but recovered.
Oscar Slater alias Otto Sands extradited from New York last February on the charge of murdering Miss Marion Gilchrist at Glasgow has been sentenced to death. On hearing the sentence he collapsed in the dock.
Ezra Meeker of Easton seeks divorce from Betsy Meeker citing desertion since 1882 after her mother in law's alleged influence. Anna Vervalan, a City Bakery waitress, sues Charles Vervalan for cruelty including a neck injury and drunken threats, with corroborating testimonies from sisters and local residents.
New Haven May 7 The major issue in the divorce suit of Mrs Lucertia M Taylor against Franklin Taylor a wealthy Waterbury manufacturer is alimony pendente lite. Ex Judge Stoddard for the defendant noted a possible legal separation and Mrs Taylor’s attorney said income is 6000 dollars yearly with 2000 to go to Mrs Taylor. A hearing on alimony and the divorce was set for next Wednesday.
Danbury May 7 A settlement move is to be submitted to the National Hat Manufacturers Association in New York with terms pending. The plan would have arbitration on most issues while maintaining the old price bill and a return to work. Rev J S Kennedy facilitated talks between hatters and manufacturers. A committee will soon meet to plan a preliminary hearing on Board of Charities inquiry.
The funeral of Rev. Thomas Shelley pastor of the Church of the Sacred Heart Waterbury drew a large crowd from the parish and neighboring cities. Clergy from across the state attended as the mass and chants were led by notable clergy including Rev. Carroll of Hartford and Rev. Kenna of Bristol. Relatives from Winsted Bridgeport Shelton Dalton and New York joined local mourners. The service featured De Vivi from Verdi and Ave Maria soprano, with interment in St Joseph's Cemetery Winsted.
New Haven May 7 Robert A Taft Yale 1910 son of President Taft has been chosen president of the University Rebating Association Repairs on asphalt pavement in State street and Fairfield avenue between Main street and Park avenue begun this morning Burns and Co hold the contract and started work on State street
Classified items including photographs studio ad at 57 Fairfield Ave and a modern flat for rent at Iranistan Ave. Auction sale lists $10,000 in jewelry and tools on Wall and Water Streets by N Glasner with Daniel P Keane as auctioneer. Card of thanks thanks local lodges and Singer Mfg Co for sympathy and aid.
Washington May 7 The Cabinet acts as a court over a dispute between Interior Secretary Ballinger and Agriculture Secretary Wilson on withdrawals of public lands. Ballinger calls withdrawals extra legal. Wilson defends them as proper conservation. The President plans to seek written opinions from Attorney General Wyckersham and others before deciding.
FOR SALE. Columbia five passenger four cylinder automobile 24 25 horsepower 1907. Recently overhauled and in first class condition. Has top, magneto, glass wind shield. Presto gas light five lamps new tires. Can be bought very cheap and demonstrated at any time. Call Miller Motor Car Co 554 Fairfield Ave Bridgeport Conn Pratt's Cafe 137 Fairfield Ave is sure to have what you want in ales wines and liquors. Do not forget the fine free hot roast beef tomorrow. Depp's Studio Special session offering life size pastel end frame for a dollar 888 Main St over J Store Re
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