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Newspaper

Bridgeport Evening Farmer

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

May 26, 1911

Page

9

Ib 10c Ib 8c Ib 20c Ib 15c

A compact note lists four items priced at 10c, 8c, 20c, and 15c in a sequence. The fragmentary OCR lacks context on what these items are or their seller. The record preserves the price details as read.

Funeral notices and brief crime note from 1911 city

Harvey Russell captured two Papermakers attempting theft and Strauss Dang was named as a suspect in a third looting attempt. Agnes C Hynes aged 10 years 4 months 11 days died in the city May 26 1911 with funeral from No 340 Pequonnock Street May 28 at 2 p m and St Augustine's church at 2 30 p m interment at St Michaels cemetery Michael F Carroll died May 25 1911 funeral from No 382 Park Avenue May 28 at 3 p m cemetery

Mynes Agnes C. Hynes Pequonnock Street St. Augustine's Church St. Michael's Cemetery Carroll Michael F. Carroll Park Avenue St. Michael’s Cemetery

Lady Duff Gordon Denounces Raid on Lucille Limited

Lady Duff Gordon the English designer furious over a customs raid on Lucille Limited in New York. Authorities accuse the firm of importing gowns that evaded duties. The manager appeared before Commissioner Shields with a June 6 court date.

United Press New York Lady Duff Gordon Lucille, Limited Shields Duff Gordon

Fugitive Nabbed After Barbed Wire Trap in East End

Suspect Mau rice Coyne 23 of 10 Hollister court. pursued by a dozen residents, tangled in barbed wire while fleeing, arrested by Motorcycle Policeman Dailey near Hollister avenue. Coyne claimed innocence at Second precinct, saying he would have not run if he had worked that morning. An earlier East End complaint cited him for insulting women.

Maurice Coyne Hollister Court East End Dailey Hollister Avenue Central Avenue Connecticut Avenue Second Precinct Anderson

Detectives to Visit New Haven Bureau for Bertillon Study

Detective Captain George H Arnold and Sergeants Hall and Hackett will tour the New Haven Bureau tomorrow afternoon to familiarize themselves with the Bertillon system of criminal classification, soon to be introduced at police headquarters here.

George H.arnold Hall Hackett Detive Bureau New Haven

Former Bridgeport Man Granted Divorce In Superior Court

George L. Stanton of 1153 Capital Avenue received a divorce from Mary I. Stanton. Judge Burpee granted the decree in the Superior court. Stanton said his wife deserted him on December 1, 1902. The couple wed December 11, 1897. Custody awarded of two minor children, George Warren, 13, and Walter Austin, 11.

George L. Stanton Capital Avenue Mary I. Stanton New York Burpee Standon George Warren Walter Austin

Carving Knife Attack at Amazon Cafe Injures Chef

James Disalerno aged 35 second chef at the Amazon Cafe slashed his left hand with a carving knife at work this afternoon. He was bleeding severely until Dr. LaField, summoned by Proprietor Pfau, arrived and completed eight stitches. He left for home at 32 Houston street with assistance.

James Disalerno Amazon Disalerno Dr. LaField Pfau

Waterbury Plans 10 Story Store and Office Building

Waterbury announces a new ten story store and office building to rise on North Main street opposite the green. The project is to be built by William Riether with a department store contracted to rent the first three floors. Construction is set to begin soon.

United Press Waterbury North Main Street the Green William Riether Eis

New Haven Road Indicted Over Rebating Scheme

Boston May 26 The New York New Haven Hartford railroad and several milk producers face federal indictments for offering and taking rebates and conspiracy in restraint of trade. The New Haven faces 30 counts for alleged concessions to contractors. Elm Farm Milk Co is indicted on 30 counts for acceptance of concessions. Boston and Worcester men face two count conspiracies. The case stems from the Saunders bill of 1910 setting milk rates.

United Press Boston New York, New Haven & Hartford Railroad Federal Grand Jury New Haven Elm Farm Milk Company Isaac Whiting George W. Whiting Charles H. Hood Edward J. Hood John K. Whiting William Graustein Boston and Vicinity William A. Hunter Worcester

Carnegie's Nephew Attends Sheldon Divorce Hearing

George Lauder, nephew of Andrew Carnegie, attended the Superior court session as Mrs Mary Josephine Sheldon of Greenwich sought a divorce from George P Sheldon of New York. Witnesses testified to habitually intemperate behavior and lack of support. Judge Burpee granted a decree after sufficient testimony.

George Lauder Andrew Carnegie George P. Sheldon The Phoenix Fire Insurance Co Lauder Greenwich Burpee Mary Josephine Sheldon Sheldon

Leper in Hartford Hospital

Hartford officials sought a path to remove a 60 year old leper living 20 years in Hartford. They hoped to place him in a Massachusetts leprosy colony or Ward's Island if needed, or else construct a city shack. The man, who arrived from Russia, has a wife and four grown children, with his name withheld to protect the family from suspicion.

United Press Hartford Massachusetts State Board of Health Hartford Hospital Martha’s Vineyard New York Ward's Island Russia

Open Mufflers Cause Arrest Of Automobilists

John Callahan chauffeur for Linehan of Pittsfield hotel arreste d after muffler cut-out warning failed near Broad street. Bail set at 100 dollars furnished by Linehan. F W Wunderle of Pennsylvania also arrested for muffler open while driving party to Boston. bond provided for city court appearance.

John Callahan Linehan Pittsfield Blue Ribbon Broadstreet Callahan Gorgas Stratfield F. W. Wunderle Pennsylvania Boston Mass Fairfield Avenue Park and West Avenue City Court

Klein Clothing Co Opening Tomorrow in Bridgeport

Klein Clothing Co opens a new men and boys apparel store in the Newfield building at Middle and Golden Hill streets Bridgeport, joining its New York branch at 2142 Third Avenue. It offers a complete line at reduced prices and a free shaving set with each suit purchased tomorrow. Members of the Ladies Relief Corps will collect floral donations at G A R hall Memorial day morning for graveside banquets.

Klein Clothing Co New York Newfield Building Middle Golden Hill Mohican Co Third Avenue Bridgeport Colgate Ladies’ Relief Corps G. A. R. Hall

Hawes von Sal Co Injunction Sought by Thomas Hawes

Boston creditor Thomas E Hawes seeks a Superior Court injunction against Hawes von Gas Co of Danbury to stop use of the Hawes die in Boston. He requests an accounting of hats sold in Boston, a share of profits, and 7500 dollars in damages. The die belonged to Benjamin F Hawes who died in February 1902. Hawes says he acquired rights to use the die from Benjamin Hawes heirs.

Hawes-von Gas Co Danbury Thomas E. Hawes Boston Hawes Benjamin F. Hawes Benjamin Hawes

Obituary Michael Carroll and Joseph Ryan Services

Michael Carroll a conductor on the New Haven road died this morning at St Vincent's hospital from peritonitis after an operation for appendicitis yesterday. He lived at 382 Park avenue and was 53. Survived by his widow two daughters Helen and Catherine Isabelle Carroll three sons James Edward and Francis and brother Edward Carroll of Torrington. His funeral was held this morning from the home of his parents William J and Mary Ryan 722 Arctic street to St Charles church with high mass of requiem. Interment in St Michael's cemetery.

Michael Carroll New Haven Road Park Avenue St. Vincent's Hospital Winsted Winchester Council Knights of Columbus of Winsted Railroad Conductors’ Association Helen Catherine Isabelle Carroll James Edward Francis Edward Carroll Torrington Joseph Ryan William J Mary Ryan Arctic Street St. Charles’ Church William Lynch John Lanze Jerusalem John J. Ennis Thomas Murphy Lawrence Moran Charles Belcher George Caufield Emmett Phillips St. Michael's Cemetery

Segar sale offer from Jennie Hamilton's Pharmacy

A Bridgeport tobacconist promotes discount Segars for Memorial Day weekend. The Cunningham Special Nugget Wilton Lackaye Wilson Spomer Fromer mix is offered as six cigars for 25 cents, targeting discriminating smokers before the holiday. Jennie Hamilton's Pharmacy, phone 832.

Bridgeport Cunningham Wilton Lackaye Wilson Sp Fromer Segars

Boys' tub suits offered at special price

Samples from a maker sold at a single low price due to exclusive season ordering ending. Pure white, blue, and linen colors in stripes and patterns with braid or emblems. Fabrics range from tep to fine madras. values up to 2.50, now in the Boys' Shop front basement.

Madras

Lingerie Dresses Offered At Clearance Prices

A small quantity of lingerie dresses offered at four dollars each, with plain to visible value. Made of soft fine fabric with embroidery and lace, cut in a seasonally correct model. Previously sold at four dollars, now cleared quickly.

True Helps for Toilet Items At Special Value

An ad lists assorted personal care items with prices in early 20th style. Hot water bottles and fountain syringes, maroon or white rubber, two quarts. Celluloid soap boxes with Felted foot soap. Sanitol or Sozodont toothpaste. Witch hazel six ounce bottle. Balsam sanititie paper three rolls. Powder box with sachet. Hanson Jenks perfumes praised for odor and lasting quality. Rubber chin straps advertised to claim to remove double chin. Center aisle front.

Hanson-Jenks

Silk gloves at 69c inspire growing demand

Demand for silken gloves rises daily with scarcity looming soon. Present supply is good with high quality at a low price. Nice silk in top colors. Excellent shape and finish. Center aisle, rear.

Silk Hosiery for Women at Bargain Prices

Silk hosiery in fine lustrous black silk with lisle sole and heel and garter top for wear and rich appearance. Priced at $1.79. Thread silk stockings with lisle sole and heel in black tan and white offered at 50c to 39c.

Dresden fine ribbons on sale at reduced price

New lot of Dresden ribbons on sale at less than actual worth. Over 5 inches wide, flourished in beautiful patterns and glorious soft colors. Mostly white with delicate tinted flowers. Sometimes with stripes of contrasting but soft hue. Sold usually at 39e yard. Main floor rear.

Dresden

Bryan Castigates Supreme Court In Oil Trust Decision

William J. Bryan, in his Commoner, denounces the Standard Oil case ruling and the Supreme Court. He says the decision foreshadows a demanded anti trust amendment to serve trusts, notes appointing White and Hughes, and cites political shifting by President Taft and Wall Street in 1908.

Lincoln Neb William J. Bryan Supreme Court Standard Oil Bryan Justice White Justice Harlan Hughes Wall Street Mr. Taft

Memorial services at German Reformed church mark Civil War anniversary

Memorial and patriotic services at the German Reformed church honored the Civil War’s fiftieth anniversary with a large attendance. Members of the United Boys' Brigade and several military figures attended, including Major A. B. Gilbert and Lt. Udo Welly, Capt. Richard Wynkoop, Capt. Barton G. Seltsam, and General William Bernhard with his staff. The event featured remarks by Rev. R. S. Povey on Lincoln and brief addresses by Rev. H. A. Davenport and Commander Russell Glenn of the G. A. R.

German Reformed Church A. B. Gilbert Udo Welly Richard Wynkoop Barton G. Seltsam United Boys' Brigade William Bernhard Herman G. Weimer Povey Lincoln H. A. Davenport Russell Glenn Howe J. Post

Lenon blames dull knife for failed suicide attempt

Hartford May 26 James W Lenon of this city blames a dull knife for his failure to end his life yesterday by slashing his throat and wrists. He was despondent over continued illness. At the hospital today his condition was reported as critical.

United Press Hartford James W. Lennon

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Taw E Meadowbrook Creamery Hamburg Grocery Dept Fairbanks Loaf Daz Xc ABLES Essex Club Baker Mohican Harvey Russell Jennie Lietz Mary Bibbins Golden Hill Street Mambere T. Gowing John Beck & Son Main ST Jas.horan & Son Florists Hawkins Florist Stratfield Pneumatic Hughes & Chapman Cook Jackson’s Carnegie Sheldons Adams William E. Ritch Yale University Mary Rowland Hawes von Sal. CO Big Danbury Hat Shop Segar Jennie Hamilton Main Street Fairfeld Avenue Cannon Street Widgeport, Conn Boys’ Shop Howland Dry Goods G. R. Church
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