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Newspaper
Bridgeport Evening Farmer
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
May 15, 1911
Page
3
A fragmented line from an old Buffalo Ex press page references attire and mood with unclear context. The readable portion lacks clear names places dates or events to anchor a traditional news summary.
A reader explains why a coin sinks in water, detailing how density, pressure, and elasticity affect liquids and air. The piece argues common beliefs about sinking objects and buoyancy, noting air compressibility and water density under pressure.
Fragmentary obituary note mentions a child age five and a service at Augustine's church with interment at St Rose's cemetery in Niwn Conn. Details are garbled for proper extraction.
A column recalls 19th century mustache nerves in Bank of England hours and notes a London firm objecting to hair. It then profiles a Berchramberg clock from 1680 with a candle and automatic cutter, waking a room in light. A charity expert warns against promiscuous giving and favors work.
A medical promotional note touts pure olive oil as a curative for indigestion dyspepsia and related complaints. It claims the oil nourishes and builds new flesh and endorses Pompeian brand Luena olive oil as a medicinal product priced 40c per pint and higher per quart.
The Standard Oil Company of New Jersey, parent trust, today declared a nine dollar per share dividend identical to this time last year. The last quarterly dividend was fifteen dollars per share.
Stamford reports the probate of Elizabeth J. Mead will detailing a about 90,000 estate. It allocates 15,000 to religious societies, 20,000 to Stamford Hospital, 5,000 to Stamford M. M. A., and about 15,000 to servants with a 1,000 to Dr Samuel Plergon for relief of human suffering.
Paris May 15 United Press reports aviation records shattered at Mourmelions course by Lieutenant Feruant and Henry Weyman. Weyman flew from the aviation grounds to Rhelma in 1012 minutes and soon Fernant matched the feat, shaving about half a minute. Average speed reported near 101 miles per hour.
Aviator William Granter plunged eighty feet during a trial flight at Elkhart Indiana. The "Indiana" biplane was demolished and Granter sustained severe injuries but survived the crash with non fatal trauma.
A Postal Telefark Co. messenger named Joseph Cambrose fell from his bicycle under a truck from J. F. Doherty & Bros on State Street. His right hand was badly injured with a broken thumb and forefinger and lacerations to other digits. Dr Krause treated his wounds at the emergency room.
New Britain May 15 Charles W Ward Wandling Conkonen Adam Zio Peter Godewski Fred Drac berg Frank Zoole and Juhi Sxeak were fined 10 dollars and costs each in police court for legal peddling of liquor. The case was brought by the New Heritage Liquor Dealers association which says peddlers cut into saloon business by delivering wet goods and taking orders on their own responsibility. They sold liquor promiscuously as they delivered orders regularly and violated delivery book rules.
United Press reports from Washington that the Ways and Means committee opened executive sessions on the wool schedule. Seven Democrats favor free wool while seven push for duty, signaling a likely tariff reduction from the present rate.
Washington May 1. The War Department dispatch from Major General Carter says the soldiers at San Antonio are in excellent health. About 40 percent are on the sick list of the 12,000 officers and men there.
A daughter was born yesterday afternoon to Mr. and Mrs BF D Bell. Household notes offer tips on polishing ivory, cleaning brass, pastry boards, and omelet fillings. Suggestions include crystallized macarons, glycerine rinsing, and ready made clothes driers to save time and money.
A large throng is expected at Engles hall Thursday evening for St Patrick's Whist to aid the North End parish building fund. Gifts and trophies have been added, with many tables set for hundreds of players. A concert will precede dancing after scores are tallied.
A burning ash box and fence behind 604 Enst Main Street pretended a fire scene this morning. Although box 614 was pulled, the ash box burned out. Earlier, a lighted match was tossed into a barrel of paint behind Rokocay Hall on Bostwick Avenue, setting a fence ablaze and drawing a fire crew, but box 24 was also pulled.
Manasas Virginia May 15 scatter veteran soldiers from both sides who fought at Bull Run will gather as friends on July 10 for a jubilee celebration lasting one day. They will camp on the old battlefield where they met in the sixties, renewing old ties as in biblical custom of meeting every half century to cancel debts and settle differences.
A Hindu performer astonishes crowds by balancing on a bamboo pole fifteen feet high tied to his waist. He hops, dances, drums, and balances objects on nose and chin while spinning one stick forward and another backward, showing extraordinary equilibrium and skill.
In a Chicago Tribune reflection a moving couple express relief finding stable neighbors as both sides own their houses. They fear changing, unpredictable neighbors. A second anecdote from Lippincott's shows a theology exam pun about Benain’s ass speaking Syriac.
A garbled passage shows quoted asides about a man described as a terrible drunkard yet a good citizen. The dialogue mentions him going to the courthouse and paying taxes, with unclear references to “pink and blue” and a “Leader.”
Curtains to sell in lots at special reduced prices Tuesday morning. Displays used sample curtains may be slightly soiled but not damaged. Includes White and Arabian scrim two pairs at 2.25 per pair, braided novelty curtains 100 pairs at 1.25, sash haul and sash cords, extension rods and assorted fabrics offered below usual worth.
Windzor dispatch reports a forest fire that began Saturday noon and burned about 20,000 acres by last night. The blaze, now in swamp land, shows limited further damage possible. Fire Warden W T Gilligan leads two large crews in attempts to hold the flames. Numerous rabbits perished.
The nomination of Henry L. Stimson of New York to be secretary of war was sent to the Senate from the White House this afternoon. Also named was Charles S. Millington of New York as assistant treasurer of the United States in New York.
Meriden May 15 Former Governor Abiram Chamberlain has been ill for weeks and is gradually sinking at his home. Physicians say the end is approaching as he lies unconscious. His wife and two sons stay beside him. Chamberlain has not been well for two years and was recently confined to bed by carbuncles.
Camden May 15 Gadierette Fuc Flees 22 of Providence R I was arrested charged with murdering Francis Sulloce by stabbing him in the back during the Providence Holy Cross Society parade on May 18 He is held in requisition.
Washington May 16 cattlemen were given a hearing in the Senate Finance Committee on the farmers free list bill. SH Cowan appeared for the Texas Cattle Raisers Association and the American Livestock Association. He said cattlemen strongly oppose placing cattle on the list.
A local paper invites readers to submit verse to the Poemer Want Column. The feature seeks fresh poems from residents, promising publication space and a link to community culture.
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