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Newspaper
Bridgeport Evening Farmer
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
May 25, 1909
Page
3
Clara A. daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Peter Anderson was married to Frederic Anderson in New May 15.
A boy with matches started a grass fire behind Nicholas Betina’s home at 382 Willard Street shortly after 1 pm today. The blaze spread from a dump to a fence, threatening a nearby timber lot owned by Betina. Fire department units responded from Box 1. a crowd trampled a newly planted garden while Betina, sick with cancer, rose to dress and watch the flames.
Special from United Premed Riverton Conn May 25 Francis Ives 12 son of George Ives had a narrow escape from death while boating on the Farmington River during recess. Stones hurled by companions overturned the boat and he fell in. Carlson Roberts rescued him.
Special from United Press New Haven May announcement was made at the annual meeting of the American Oyster Company directors. Officers elected include Franklin I. Homan as president J F Homan as vice president M Smith as secretary and L E Maresh as treasurer.
Typhoid fever claimed its first victim in Winsted as Edith Wooley, age 2, died at the hospital. Two new cases were reported and fear of further spread prompted earth authorities to take precautions. The Ramona Club plans an annual musical Thursday at South Church chapel with solos by Mrs Grannis and Mrs War mer, a piano duet by the Carneys, recitations by Miss Booth and Master Mayne, violin by Mr Post, and Keeler Ladies orchestra. Tickets are on sale to support the cause.
A Providence murder case of Laura Register on May 1 sees renewed police effort as an intimate man who vanished is sought for clues. Another promise of a breakthrough comes from BD Newton who recalls a shriek heard near ten o clock on May 30, aligning with the night of the crime and pointing toward a potential suspect.
The seventh annual banquet of the Rove Department aims to honor members and guests. Speakers include Forurend HF Tweety of South Congregational Church Aimene and former Boge Dest iment Secretary Geeren FL Mtvite, with organizational efforts led by Mr Knowles and the department’s cabinet group.
The National Slavonian society met at Sekol Hall in New York with delegates from 15 states. The session, led by President Ambrose, sought modification of insurance department laws to modernize and improve them. Guests included Prof Pepin of Columbia and Dr Vincent Pifeck D D, with officials from New York and Slovak émigré groups.
Eight persons were seriously injured and eight others minor when a trolley from New Britain to Hartford collided with a work car on Maple Hill Street at noon. Motorman George L. Shipman was gravely hurt with rib fractures. Conductor William Finn and several others sustained skull fractures, brain concussion, internal injuries, and rib fractures in the crash. A separate 2pm market note reports dull trading followed by a surge of Steel Common buying in the last hour.
A Washington Post item notes the public’s strange craving for certain money. Guests, especially Indians, request fifty cent pieces and even two dollar notes, while hotel cashiers say halves are rarely kept and quarters and dimes remain scarce but convenient.
A fragment notes Handel as a ponderous figure with heavy hands and a boastful mood while describing an orange grove with trees bearing fruit close to the ground. It mentions citrus picking methods and a cull fruit, and adds a brief science quip about a caterpillar eating sixty times its weight, tied to a Chicago record commentary.
Dr Scewell recounts visiting an island unseen by civilized men and describes a bizarre practice called kickination. A mysterious figure Zokitaem observed a stable Ostler escaping kicks and developed an immunising treatment used to guard villagers and members of The Merry Khan Bubolical Association. The custom, enforced by a Pow Wow council, requires free kickination for the poor, with blue dark spots as proof, amid public skepticism and dangers.
Weather warning notes rain tonight but Memorial Day will be observed Monday with all stores closed for the holiday. Local officials remind residents of closures and possible disruptions to services and transportation.
The Poll Company presented The Road to Yesterday a fantasy comedy tracing time travel and role reversals. Performers Miss Fleming Ince and Loretta Wells drew praise for romantic scenes and dreamlike shifts from 1903 to 1603 with varied character changes and strong stage effort despite some first night hiccups.
In a Stamford court session the 1905 Darien murder case resumed with witnesses including Felice Prince, a nephew who identified the bones as his uncle by teeth and the pipe as his uncle's. Ber gamo was previously fined for breach of peace. Antonio Cinchropo testified that Bergamo’s wife and others fled after the crime. Court adjourned until 2.
Chief of Police Reilly reports in Brorrington that three young men from Fairfield were captured with three stolen bikes in their possession. The youths will be returned to Fairfield authorities for disposition.
Suit-cases for men and women offered with stout steel-framed cowhide cases from 22 to 26 inches at $5. Light matting covered cases priced $1.50 to $2.50 with brass lock leather corners and handle. Rattan suitcases priced $3.50 bound with sole leather and straps all around.
Hammocks praised as safe for little ones with a flat bed design to prevent falls. Made of heavy duck with chains for outdoor use. Prices range from white seven fifty to windshield eight fifty and up to fourteen dollars in red or green. Also lawn swings for children on third floor.
Numerous styles of excellent shoes for women offered at big savings. Low patent leather and calfskin shoes in Oxford, pump, and button styles with medium-weight welted soles. High Vici kid and Russia calfskin shoes in tan or wine, trimmed with patent leather, welted soles, worth up to 3.50 but priced around 2.35 to 2.50. Girls’ patent leather and calfskin low shoes with welted soles, sizes 8 1/2 to 2, normally 2 and 2.50, now reduced.
John Noble a well known real estate agent and owner of much property in the city collapsed in the afternoon while talking with the Imperial Theatre owner Martley He was removed to his home and it is believed he will recover.
Litchfield County News reports tragedy as Coenam, a young daughter of an Austrian cook at a summer home near Lady Wauramnog, drowns last week after frolicking near a boat dock with puppies. In New Milford, Nina Wrennis fractures two bones after slipping on the tennis court while playing with friends. Albert Lamwmtagne of Torrington is found delirious in a swamp near Burrville. the article notes his weak condition and ambiguous circumstances surrounding his collapse. An unrelated Want Ad section appears at the end.
Seventeen applicants passed U S Attorney Moore of Boston exam for citizenship papers. Names include Carmine Pirone Joan Boal John Rainey Jacob Glasner Robert Kirk Michele Antonio Aurialia Abraham Lal Hagler William Thomas Bartolo DeMarti Francis Dane Crosby Warwick Holder Evans Walcott Antonio Cotroneo Getfrid Gison Johan Paul Zilske Fred Wilhelm Parpath Raffaelo Saviano Adolph Carl Beyer and others from Bridgeport Norwalk Stamford East Portchester Darien Sherman Westport.
New York on May 25 Jaeck Johnson did not sail on the Kaiser Wilhelm der Grosse though booked as Br J Johnson with baggage on the dock. Some sports fans doubt London reports that Langford knocked out Tan Hague, which Johnson denies, saying he quit trip to fight Jim Orbutt in a six round bout he had negotiated.
Charter A. Raton as trustee quit claimed to Charles and J. Bernbaum and Herman Iron. They mortgaged the property for 15000 to the Mechanics and Farmers Savings Bank. Frontage 72 feet on Water Street. Property ordered improved by the Common Council with a planned new brick structure.
America's last hope in the British amateur golf championship faded as T. G. Stevenson of Boston was defeated in the second round by J. B. Pease of England today, ending a slim chance for advancement.
Boys' shoes showcased by specialists promise style, comfort, durability. Selections include velour and Russia calf high cuts with Goodyear welted soles priced at 2.50 to 3 dollars, and patent leather options. Fairfield avenue doorway noted for wear.
Wash suits for boys especially for little boys offer lasting freshness beyond fine woolen garments. White suits in season appeal with durable fabrics like linen and poplin in sailor or cadet styles. Prices range from 4 dollars down to 69 cents with many at 45 cents, with front basement location noted.
An advertisement offers to make a skirt from fabric bought at the store, with one condition that the fabric be purchased there and then. The offer promises a neatly finished, well fitting skirt at practically no cost, with choice of six good styles. Center aisle rear.
A northbound passenger train on the New York Philadelphia and Norfolk division of the Pennsylvania Railroad struck an open switch and collided with a freight train at Fruitland, Philadelphia. Early reports indicate several persons were killed.
The sixth annual convention of the New York East Conference began at the Methodist Church in South Norwalk on May 2 with Hoev Ji n Adams of Stamford presiding. Reports were read, committees organized, Nelson B. Nick erson of Bridgeport reelected secretary, and the afternoon session continued with open address. Rev Daniel Goodaetl, president of the New York Hast Commence, was to deliver an evening address.
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