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Newspaper

Bridgeport Evening Farmer

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

May 22, 1916

Page

5

Gourse in Foreign Trade Course Opened in New York

Dr Edward B E Pratt chief of the foreign and domestic commerce program announces a six month course in foreign trade issued through the Business Training Corporation New York city The course features prominent economists bankers and exporters and covers economics foreign markets export houses insurance law and credits It aims to train professionals to expand US trade and meet rising demand for skilled foreign trade workers.

Edward BE. Pratt United States Business Training Corporation New York City Pratt P. Austin National City Bank of New York E. Ny Vose Dun’s International Review E. A. Delima Battery Park National Bank of New York Emory R. Johnson G .G. Huebner University of Pennsylvania Paul R. Mahony Remington Typewriter J. Saytilliano Guarust Company of New York Philip B. Kennedy Melbourne United States Department of Commerce C. A. Richards Bowring & Company Henry Talbot R. F. Downing & Co Europe Business ‘Draining Corporation Madison Avenue

Man Accused of Murder After Saloon Shooting

Michael Herman 65, of 672 Wordin Avenue, waived examination and will be represented by counsel in a murder hearing after he shot George Grecza 32 in Lengen's saloon at 203 How ard Avenue. Grecza, known as Yanko, had taunted Herman for months, leading to the fatal 10:55 PM incident. Both men worked at American Tube and Stamping Co. Herman is jailed without bonds awaiting May 27 city court hearing if coroner’s inquiry concludes in time.

George Grecza Hancock Avenue James Lengen Howard Avenue Michael Herman Wordin Avenue John J. Phelan Herman American Tube & Stamping Co Grecza Lengen Greca Wargo Spruce Street Bagley Fred Schultz Yanko S. M. Garlick

Benedict Sues For Divorce Over Desertion

Walter Benedict sues Elsie Benedict of 919 Elm Street New Haven for divorce alleging desertion on March 3 1913. The couple wed October 17 1912 and Elsie’s maiden name was Elsie Arter. Suit returnable to the superior court June term.

Walter Benedict Elsie Benedict Elm Street New Haven

Gun Toters Breach of Peace Charge In Street Argument

Paul Carbone of 122 George street is held on breach of peace after an argument with Patsy Izzo of 245 Catherine street. Izzo allegedly swung an 18 inch cheese knife while spectators separated them. A .38 revolver was found on Carbone’s person. Wilson Marshall boats the Jessica, a 51 foot, 22 ton racing sloop built by Herreshoff Mfg Co Bristol RI, to be documented at Black Rock Yacht Club alongside a Jennings project ship.

Patsy Izzo Catherine Street Paul Carbone George Street Carbone Izzo Charles Martin Grand Street Poland Wilson Marshall Jessica Herreshoff Manning Co Bristol R. I Mr. Marshall Black Rock Yacht Club Oliver G. Jennings

Harbor Happenings: Moonlight Brings Lumber for Miller Co

The schooner Moonlight with lumber for Miller Lumber Co from Machias, Mo, entered late Saturday. Tug Winfield Cahill delivered a stone barge from Pine Orchard this morning and tug George McCaffrey arrived for a light tow, taking cargo to New York.

Moonlight Miller Lumber Co Machias Winfield Cahill Pine Orchard George McCaffrey New York

Fall From Trolley Car Injures Young Man on Barnum Ave

Charles Johnson, 23, of 36 Staples Street, fell while trying to board a Barnum avenue trolley near the U M Co plant at 2 o clock. He suffered a fractured right ankle and facial and body injuries, and was taken to Bridgeport Hospital by the motorman.

Barnum Avenue U. M. Co Charles Johnson Staples Street Bridgeport Hospital

Barbour Elected President of Northern Baptist Convention

Minneapolis May 22 Dr. C A Barbour president of Rochester Theological Seminary was elected president of the Northern Baptist Convention without opposition at the annual meeting. Shailer Mathews of Chicago did not seek re election.

Minneapolis C. A. Barbour Rochester Theological Seminary Rochester N. Y Northern Baptist Convention Shailer Mathews Chicago

Horsford’s Acid Phosphate for Insomnia Relief

A short dose of Horsford's Acid Phosphate is recommended at bedtime to ease sleep difficulties. The ad suggests half a teaspoonful in half a glass of water before retiring and promotes buying a bottle.

Horsford

New And Official Suffrage Hat for Chicago Parade

The National American Woman Suffrage association unveils a white sailor hat with suffrage yellow trim as part of marching outfits for the June 7 Chicago parade. The hat worn by Miss Aimee Hutchinson is pictured, paired with a sash, and costs 25 cents.

National American Woman Suffrage Association Chicago Aimee Hutchinson

Gambling arrests follow Papp shooting case

Mary Papp confessed to the shooting of her husband Nickolas Papp. The confession led to several arrests yesterday. Harry Rosenbaum, owner of a coffee house linked to the case, paid a $50 fine for maintaining a gambling house. Judge Bartlett presided. Other gambling cases were continued until tomorrow.

West Ad Mary Papp Nickolas Papp Harry Rosenbaum Papp Bartlett

Shelton Sanatorium Fire Loss Adjusted

Hartford May 22 The tuberculosis commission has settled with insurers for the Shelton sanatorium superintendent’s house fire loss. State receipts amount to 4881.85 with a net loss of 146.15 after adjustments. Rebuilding will proceed without delay.

Hartford Tuberculosis Commission Shelton

Wedding of Florilla Helena Webb and Edward Napoleon Gosselin

Miss Florilla Helena Webb and Edward Napoleon Gosselin, Yale graduate, will wed June 3 at 11 AM at the Church of Our Lady of Mount Carmel in New Haven. Mr and Mrs James H Webb host a reception at their home after the ceremony.

James H. Webb New Haven Florilla Helena Webb Edward Napoleon Gosselin Yale University Church of Our Lady of Mount Carmel Webb

Trucking Contractor Sued Over Fairfield Avenue Crash

Thompson Dean of Darien sues William A. Steeves of West End for 200 damages claiming his car was damaged when Steeves ran into it on Fairfield avenue April 29 and did not stop. The case is returnable to the June term of the common pleas court.

William A. Steeves West End Thompson Dean Darien Steeves Fairfield Avenue Dean Common -Pleas Court

Obituary notes for Ada Enders and others

The funeral for Ada Enders was held at her home on East Main Street conducted by Rev. Herman D. Wiemer and burial took place at Lakeview cemetery. Annie E Howes wife of Lewis L Howes was found dead at 1368 East Main Street after a heart condition. John J Conroy 33 of 1791 East Main Street died from injuries after a May 13 truck fall and will be buried in Springfield Mass. Chester Williams of East Bridgeport died at 1005 Kosssuth Street age 80 and survived by two sons Isaac B and Charles Williams and daughter Jessie Langdon. Farmer Want Ads. One Cent a Word.

Richard J. Kiley Grand Street St. Augustine's Church St. Michael’s Cemetery Maloney Thomas Maloney Bunnell Street St. Mary’s Church St. Michael's Cemetery Chester Williams Kossuth Street Lakeview Cemetery Don Maria John Doon Deacon Street Mary's Church Ada Enders East Main Street Herman D. Wiemer German Reformed Church Annie E Lewis L. Howes John J. Conroy Bridgeport Hospital Pembroke Street Springfield Mass Mr. Conroy Penny Bridgeport Mr. Williams Great Barrington Wheeler & Wilson Sewing Machine Co Williams Isaac B Charles Williams Jessie Frederick Langdon

Fairfield County Weather Brief Prompt

Fairfield area forecast notes unsettled conditions for Monday night into Tuesday with probable showers. Hoow Lane on Main Street and Canal Bridgeport are mentioned as local landmarks in the brief.

Main Street Fairfield Avenue Canal

Goodbye to young folks suits at clearance prices

Spring clearance offers dramatic reductions on young women's suits across styles from checks to quiet tailoring. Prices drop from 16.50 to 27.50 and higher, with many sets cut to 15 or 20, all ready Tuesday morning on the second floor.

Rebellious Ireland Recalls 1798 Uprising in History

A historical survey traces Ireland’s long pattern of insurrection from ancient tribal clashes to the 1798 rebellion led by Theobald Wolfe Tone and United Irishmen. It notes Tone’s exile, French backing episodes, and the Danes’ invasion era shaping centuries of struggle in Ireland.

Ireland England France Lord Cornwallis Theobald Wolf Tone Sin Fein Roger Casement Tone Dublin London United Irishmen America Hoche Emerald Isle Brest

True Comfort in Couch Hammock Advert

True comfort in couch hammock with soft-topped yet firm mattresses and adjustable head-rest. Hammocks offer three-position head support and breezy placement, priced from 7.50 to 19.50, including rustless frames, canopies, and lawn stands. Third floor showroom displays green white khaki blue options.

Hart Schaffner and Marx Suits Offer Value at $23

A sales pitch promises Hart Schaffner & Marx suits priced at $23 with no strings attached. The text touts seasonable weight quality wool and a fit that pleases, aimed at men seeking value, style, and comfort in one. Main floor rear.

Irish History from Invasion to Catholic Emancipation

A compact historical narrative traces Irish history from the 12th century Norman invasions under Strongbow to the 19th century Catholic emancipation led by Daniel O Connell and the Redmond era. It covers major uprisings, Cromwell’s conquest, the 1641 massacres, 1798 rebellion, and the long struggle for Home Rule. It also notes local events including a factory accident in New York and labor adjustments with Morgan lines.

James II Tudo William of Orange the Hoyne Great Britain and Ireland Robert Emmet Daniel O'Connell Legislative Union France Ireland John Redmond

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