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Newspaper
Bridgeport Evening Farmer
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
May 22, 1912
Page
6
Real linen KEINE dress skirts in natural tan priced at 98c, previously not sold under $1.50. Limited lot. Five styles of lingerie dresses newly received, valued up to $10, offered at uniform low profit. Bags in white and ecru range 23c to $1.39 with matching shams 23c and 44c.
A lawsuit arises from a dispute over a pencil sharpener tied to a perpetual loan or function. The party claims prevailing rights and intends to appeal. The case centers on ownership and use of the device amid competing claims.
A grand jury indictment names Mleled Wilton Slayer in a case linked to the Stewart killing. The defendant faces possible manslaughter charges as attorneys Homer and John J. Walsh prepare for lengthy proceedings. Legal counsel J Cuneo seeks time to mount the defense amid unclear terms for Malvaso and related parties.
Property owners advertise a remedy for bed bug infestations claiming a clean home will attract tenants. The note promotes Cyrus Presto Killer as a safe cleaner priced at 25 cents, asserting it is harmless and effective.
Washington May 22 Senator Crane announced he would expire at term end next March. Senators believe several colleagues may quit as well, each following Crane’s lead. Crane chairs the Senate rules committee and is among the last of the old guard.
Washington May 22 Mrs Le Droit L Barber wife of Amizi L Barber fell from a tower window of the Belmont residence after losing consciousness from a fractured arm and other injuries. She grasped a flagpole then fell about 40 feet onto a porch, rolled to the edge and survived. Once Fraulein Franzl a Viennese beauty she has suffered nervous prostration since her child’s birth eight years ago.
In Danbury on May 22 Freda Geisinger, 3, died at a local hospital from severe burns received at home. Neighbors, drawn by cries, found the child on the floor with her clothing burned off after the mother left to shop. Doctors could not save her. authorities believe the fire started from the child playing with matches.
A fire at the Michigan State School for the Deaf damaged the main building, burning it down and causing an estimated loss of 400000 dollars. All occupants escaped unharmed.
On Thursday evening H C Ware, commissioner of Boy Scouts, presents an exhibition in the Newfield church chapel. Troop III will demonstrate the work with two patrols including the prize patrol under his command. The event offers adults and youths a first hand look at the new boy scout movement and its activities.
Brussels May 22 King Albert of the Belgians plans to sue for defamation to vindicate his character after scandalous rumors. The Queen is said to be involved in allegations of a royal liaison and an attempted shooting of a maidservant. Suits are being prepared against un named disseminators. stories denied as unfounded.
Monument placed on a 12 foot Barre granite pedestal at the Green in New Milford. The 16 foot high bronze bust by Paul W Morris rests atop the pedestal bequest from the late Deacon Edward Marsh. Eight ton granite blocks required搬 heavy hauling from New Milford. Memorial day unveiling planned. Fire Chief Edward Mooney ill but recovering at home.
A Stratford column argues for relocating a North End school site to the Selleck barn or other options, criticizing current placements and suggesting cheaper transport and road improvements. It notes the annual transportation cost and local road conditions on Main Street from Barnum Avenue to Paradise Green, urging better road building and maintenance.
At Belmont Park in New York on May 22 the Nassau County Kennel Club held a dog show drawing several hundred dogs and many society women and admirers. Prominent exhibitors included Mrs Harold G. Nagle with Tam O'Shanter and Miss Maude Kennedy with Long Mynd Taffiture.
Town notes about six thousand dollars spent on roads last year raise questions on funds usage. Stratford considers borrowing from Bridgeport briefly. Local fishing party posts a record 13 trout total weight thirteen pounds. Rebekah supper features Boston baked beans in a grand pot. Selectmen call urgent town meeting May 25 to address California street widening Bruce avenue repairs and trolley clearances on Ferry road. Fire hose capacity cited. hydrants need upgrade. Dances at Park City Rink managed by Prof. Shaw. upcoming Grange hall events. Theatre goers enjoy Poli's Over Night and Lyric Old Heidelberg. Stratford Juniors to face Bridgeport Hornets at Polo Grounds. Wart remover ads appear from Cyrus Pharmacy.
Manager Hallack laments a theft at Union Pacific Tea Co store where a visitor stole 60 to 80 cents from a change bank placed for blind babies. Hallack warns he knows the thief and may reveal details if the funds are not restored. Also reports Dennis J. Shanahan funeral at Rourke & Rourke parlors and St. Peter's church with Rev. T. J. Kelly officiating. pallbearers listed. burial at St. Michael's cemetery.
Dennis Kelly becomes the sealer after June 1 with a $1,700 appropriation approved by Mayor Wilson. The salary is $1,500, leaving $200 for office equipment and operations. He plans an aggressive campaign to enforce the law, establish offices, educate merchants and the public, and inspect measures and scales in Bridgeport.
Col. T J Murphy received a letter from James E Sullivan secretary of the American committee for the Fifth Olympiad at Stockholm inviting Bridgeport residents to support the American delegation. Sullivan notes a funds shortfall for financing the trip of the Finland chartered to carry the team to Stockholm and urges local contributions via checks to Julian W Curtiss treasurer American Olympic committee 128 Nassau Street New York City.
Richard Blansfeld of Harrall Avenue was fined 75 in city court for smashing a bottle on Howard Avenue. A bicycle policeman testified he had no intent to break the bottle but tossed it to another man who dropped it. Glass lay on the street blocking bicycles and autos.
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