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Newspaper

Bridgeport Evening Farmer

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

May 23, 1916

Page

10

Victims of car thieves plead for defendants and probation

Personal appeals and terms of probation were set for youths charged with auto theft. Judge Bartlett imposed fines of 3 percent and three months probation on Thomas Wassey John Hermann Clarence Clark James O'Bierns George Boyland Jon Thomas and Victor Joinville. Police reports indicate most cars were taken for joy rides to nearby locales.

Bartlett Thomas W ‘Wassey John Hermann Clarence Clark James O’bierns George Boyland Jom Thomas Victor Joinville Senate

Closing Reception of Quilty Classes in Colonial Hall

One of the most interesting closing exhibitions by Daniel C Quilty’s dancing classes will be held in Colonial hall Friday evening May 26 at 8 30 oclock. The program promises notable numbers and difficulties with the scholars performing. Miss Belle Scholhorn of New Haven acts as assisting soloist with a Delsarte style performance of the Holy City.

Daniel C. Quilty Sree Renee Colonial Hall Holy City

Weather Forecast Summary Not Available

Fragmentary text mentions Cuban Independence Day celebration across the republic. No concrete forecast data or regional details present.

Republic

Roach Powder Promises Safe, Pervasive Pest Control

A new Cyrus Roach Powder claims effective roach elimination by sprinkling where insects gather. The manufacturer guarantees a harmless, clean-use formula that does not spread pests to neighbors, priced at 20c and 35c.

Eye conflicts and will contest over Eno fortune at court

In New York on May 23 the will of Amos F Eno is contested in surrogate's court. Dr Robert H Wylie testifies about Eno's health and wish to die amid cataracts hardening arteries and poverty pretense. The case highlights multiple wills and a residuary estate valued near seven million dollars to Columbia University.

New York Amos F. Hno Eno Chas. H. Beckett Beckett Columbia University Robert H. Wylie West Fifty-seventh Street Mr. Eno Paris Wylie Mr. Beckett Europe

Beating Leads To Ejectment Fight At Myrtle Ave Home

John Farrell was fined five dollars and costs after a city court hearing for assault. He forcibly ejected boarder Patrick Linehan from 381 Myrtle Avenue in South End, leaving Linehan needing emergency hospital treatment for injuries.

Myrtle Avenue John Farrell Patrick Linehan Farrell Lassault

Motorman Bound Over in Cycle Theft Case

Anthony Rollins, a Connecticut Co. motorman, was bound over under $500 bonds after his arrest for stealing a motorcycle from Conductor Daniel Francisco. The bike valued at $300 was taken from the car barns and hidden at Fairfield. Rollins claimed he meant to use the machine for commuting to work.

Anthony Rollins The Connecticut Co Daniel Francisco Fairfield L.cellins

War Hospitals of Bulgars Are Closing Doors

Sofia reports the recent closure of three large military hospitals signaling Bulgaria’s distance from the European conflict. The Saloniki front remains quiet and Austro-Hungarian forces handle the Aylona attack. Bulgaria reorganizes, cooperates with German and Austro-Hungarian troops, and shifts to motor trucks, with 60,000 army drivers furloughed. Officers imitate German-Austrian styles and the Entente status persists in Sa classification.

Sofia Bulgaria Saloniki Aylona Jonski

Obituary Edward Boyagian Dies After Illness at 23

Edward Boyagian a plumber of Barnum and Bruce avenues Stratford died at home after a long illness at age 23. Survived by a mother two sisters and two brothers. Remains taken to August G. Baker mortuary chapel for funeral services.

Edward Boyagian Barnum and Bruce Avenues Stratford August G. Baker

Follow Strike Lake Machinists Meet

The Lake Torpedo Boat Co machinists held a regular shop meeting last night in Machinists' hall at 27 Cannon Street to name committees. The item notes the gathering as a regular shop meeting. It mentions action in the war era currency reform context without naming individuals.

the Lake Torpedo Boat Co. Machinists Machinists’ Hall Cannon Street

Prosecutor Points to City’s Newcomer Crime Trend

Prosecuting Attorney A. L. DeLaney told the Trinity Church Men’s Club that about 90 percent of those arraigned in the city court were city residents under three months. He said 60 cases were before the city court yesterday, with about 900 monthly cases over the past year, and urged rod discipline, warned mothers about street loiterers, and supported convict labor on road building and a state witness facility.

A. L. DeLaney Trinity P. E. Church New York State DeLaney

Advocate for treatment facility over jail for inebriates in Connesti

Mr Delaney urged establishing an institution to treat inebriates instead of imprisoning them. He criticized liquor quality as embalm ing fluid and noted a drunkard may relapse after twenty years. He praised Connecticut judges as fair, learned, and fit for their duties.

Delaney Connesticut

Children Play Slot Machine Draws Court Attention

Joseph Salya of 11 Maplewood Avenue faced city court on a charge of keeping a gambling device after police testified that children from a nearby school played the slot machine and consistently lost. A demonstration by the assistant prosecutor showed repeated losses. Salya said he bought the store and found the machine in the cellar. A $10 fine was imposed.

Joseph Salya

No Evidence, Two Alleged Gamblers Released By Court

Lack of evidence to convict William Thomas for keeping a gambling den at 39% Water street led to no charges. Eleven frequenters were released by the city court. Two club members found shooting crap during the raid Sunday were fined 5 dollars and costs: Thomas Miller and Oberg Croons.

William Thomas Water Street Thomas Miller Oberg Croons

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