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Newspaper
Bridgeport Evening Farmer
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
May 24, 1909
Page
3
Health authorities report twenty typhoid cases in Winsted with six new since Saturday. A local dairy supplying most town milk is under inspection as efforts to prevent an epidemic continue. The piece also includes a jumble of humorous quotes and classified ad text fragments.
Miles Campbell a 33 year old street sweeper was knocked down on Fairfield Avenue at Grove Street. The forward wheel ran over him but chauffeur Leon Gasparini halted the car before the rear wheels passed. Campbell suffered two scalp wounds and was treated, then taken home. Police were told the car was not traveling fast. owner identified as H H ee of Balmforth Avenue.
John Hayes Hammond, president of the League of Republican Clubs, visited the White House and declined the Taft administration’s offer of the China ministership. He said he valued the honor and China’s potential for American enterprise but preferred to spend the coming years at home. Hammond, noted as the world’s highest paid mining expert, was reportedly under contract with the Guggenheim Company at a salary of half a million dollars.
Frederick C. Irwin second lieutenant of the 14th Company Coast Artillery has sent his resignation to the Adjutant General to take effect in June. He cannot give military duty the time required and must attend to Arcaneurant, of which he is proprietor. Irwin enlisted as a private in December 1903 and became second lieutenant in February 1906. He is popular with command and fellow officers.
Wall Street opened the week with widespread gains and new highs in many issues. Steel Common led with further advances while 60% and railroad stocks were in demand. The Hill and Burlington related stocks showed strong activity amid dividend chatter and near term optimism. A free choir concert at Washington Park M. E. church on May 27 was announced.
An advertisement touts Dr Taylor's Eczema Remedy as a sure unfailing cure for eczema and other skin blemishes. It claims rapid results, often overnight, and offers a free booklet from the Dr Taylor Remedy Co. Philadelphia, with availability at Jennie Hamilton's Pharmacy Bridgeport and other first class druggists.
Atlanta Georgia May 24 There is a possibility that the strike of the white firemen on the Georgia Central may be settled by arbitration Governor Smith called on the railway company and the strikers committee of 30 to arbitrate and they will do so Strong pressure is being applied to keep lines open while passengers and mails are routed by other paths Seventy five strike breakers are held but no use is planned and the situation should stay quiet until the committee can broker a compromise Big crowds at stations and warnings that any white engineer who runs with a black fireman on his left will be stoned have led engineers to refuse continuing runs without protection Adjutant General Hart conducted a tour of the system and will report where troops are needed if peace cannot be kept Labor Commissioner Neill leaves for Atlanta to investigate strike conditions on the Georgia Railroad with Kemp of the International Commerce Commission joining later The board has not fixed a course yet and Neill will start in Atlanta
Hartford Courant notes Judge Curtis in Bridgeport held a divorce case until the husband’s $25 was refunded by the wife’s lawyers. The money had funded prior advice to defend, but the defense wasn't pursued. The judge insisted on the refund and the divorce was granted with $26 returned to the husband.
George E Nickerson a longtime messenger between the city and New York died at 433 Warren Street after a prolonged illness aged 63 5 He leaves a widow and one daughter Mrs A C Bennett Daniel Flynn Murphy infant son of Daniel P and Mary B Flynn Murphy died at 423 Julian Street after a brief illness Vincent J two year old son of Lieu tenant Mrs Nicholas Horan died at 166 Madison Avenue of meningitis The mother is hospitalized Lieut Horan of No 4 Engine Co mourned Maurice L Peters services held at 262 State Street then St Augustine s Church Pallbearers named Jeanette widow of Pinckney Lesser funeral at 3 Liberty Street New Haven Rev Levey conducted remains sent to Cypress Hill Cemetery Ann widow of Hugh Kearns funeral at 50 Summer Street Sacred Heart Church interment St Michael s Cemetery James Kenney 65 died at son in law James Donnelly s home East Main Street Stratford remains to Albany for burial.
The Newfields defeated the Black Giants before 1,500 fans as Chappie Gardner kept the crowd roared with his humor. White pitched superbly allowing only three hits. Hoeschele also pitched well. Gustropski collected two hits including a double. Four new players to join next Sunday against the Xavier Deaf Mutes of New York at In Meadows. The score:
The Weather report states fair conditions tonight with a likely fair day on Monday May 24 1909. Rain is expected tomorrow night after a period of dry weather in Howland's Port Connecticut.
A local retailer advertises waists priced from 75e to 3.75 and suits from 2.50 to 8.50 off their former prices. The collection features regular stock reduced to clear end of season, with waists from top makers clearing stock for next season.
A descriptive ad praises gray Howland Double-service suits for boys, noting style and finish that appeal to boys, with features like extra long coats, full knicker trousers, two pairs per suit, and quality workmanship. Prices range from six to ten dollars, in sizes 6 through 17.
Wall-paper week features every type from finest to least expensive with big savings this week. Special prices aim to clear stock before new, larger rooms move in, with papers for every room and finish from gilt to plain tints. Values range from 10c to 90c per roll on the third floor.
The Howland Dry Goods Co and John F. Rogers council presided over a major K of C initiation at Eagles Hall. Sixty two candidates received first second and third degree exemplifications led by Brooklyn Council and State Deputy Daniel J. Griffin with local and visiting physicians in attendance. A celebratory dinner followed at Irwins and Stratfield with remarks from out of town guests and Major Flynn as presiding officer.
A pigeon picked up by Clifford Bright of Cottage Street near Seaside Park and Main Street has been identified as belonging to James A. Dagenais of Swansea Massachusetts. The bird, likely in training, appeared exhausted from the storm and died in flight. Identification came from the local pigeon fanciers club records led by President Thomas R. Hands.
The Supreme Court ruled that Sheriff James F. Shipp and deputies in Hamilton County Tennessee were in contempt of court for failing to protect Ed Johnson after a stay of execution was ordered. The ruling ties the 1905 lynching to a failure to uphold federal court protection. Separately, Maria B Hahn seeks divorce from George A Hahn and requests a return to her maiden name, Marla B Weller, after their 1906 marriage and his desertion in 1808.
Nature grows more attractive daily as Memorial Day views loom. A Kodak suits any needed shot from Brownie to Premo with film packs and easy development. Prices range from $2.70 to $13.50, with a new developing method promising low costs and reliable results. Front basement shows samples.
Fine wash fabrics include Ramie linen in limited runs with exclusive dress shades blue old rose heliotrope and maroon. 46 inch fabric priced 89c yd. Lustrous Tussah silks close to pure silk at 39c yd 27 inch width. Mercerised poplin in colors tan old rose 27 inches wide 25c yd. Silk muslins printed in patterns 25c yd with strong sales appeal. Center aisle rear display.
George Conlon of this city was fined ten dollars and sentenced to fifteen days in jail for a petty offense, escaped on Thursday, and was captured yesterday by Special Officer Michael Murphy while riding on an oak street tar. His father, a hard worker, had secured bail and was surprised by the escape. The rest of the text discusses Lehigh Valley travel terms and low round trip rates to Western points, plus a local real estate sale notice on Williams Street near Barnum Avenue.
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