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Newspaper
Bridgeport Evening Farmer
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
May 29, 1911
Page
3
Displaying a wide selection of White Chip Hats White Milan Hats White Hair Braid Hats Natural Leghorn Hats genuine Panama hats Madagascar Panama hats and White Fancy Rough Braid Hats plus White Trimmed untrimmed styles. Also showing White Flowers White Ostrich Plumes and White Fancy Feathers trimmings with unmatched citywide variety and price savings of one third to one half on purchase prices.
FH. Dillon & Co reports that church leaders demand strict enforcement of the Sunday law, with association members defending their stance against Sunday sports. A resolution affirms full observance and adherence, while officers are reelected. Forty Hours devotion moves toward its closing mass schedule with confessions available.
Newspaper correspondents at the Hotel Sheldon guarded a looming scandal for five days while a plot to lure De Villars into Mexico City to arrest him was discussed. The scheme, tied to figures around Francis Madero and opponents of his movement, reportedly aimed to secure his silencing across the Rio Grande.
Mrs Asse E Baumann widow of Christian M Baumann dies in the city May 28 1911 aged 74. Funeral at 31 Warren Street residence of her son in law Henry L Langhammer Wednesday at 2 50 PM. Burial in Mountain Grove Cemetery deserted text corrections.
Anna E Bauman widow of Christian M Bauman died yesterday morning at her son in law Henry L Langhammer foreman of the Evening Farmer composing room from heart trouble. She was born in Saxony Germany 75 years ago and lived in our city over 60 years. Survived by daughter Mrs Caroline E Langhammer. Mrs Bauman was a longtime member of South Congregational church and known for charity work.
Eight Wesleyan freshmen arrested for cannon balling and name calling after a Freshman dinner had cases dropped following a conference between the police court judge, the city attorney, and the local police chief. The incident involved rolling cannon balls on sidewalks near Russell Library. Names of those charged include Allen D. Wheeler Jr, Herbert L. Pratt, Randolph F. Glenn, Silas Clark, Thomas Gneens, Wilford C. Robinson, Charles A. Stein Jr, and Ransom E. Wilcox. In another note, the Women's Relief Corps requests flowers for veterans and whose delivery to G A R halls to assist with memorial decorations.
Stay 27th 1911 Probate Office Beidgeport hearing set for May 1 1911 at 1 p.m. to consider executors' probate request to sell real estate of John Costison late of Bridgeport deceased. Notice to interested parties to appear if they wish and be heard, with publication planned in a local newspaper by May 8. Alton Henry P. Lyons.
Rev I W Simolelt headlining the fourteenth annual New England German Baptist convention in Burroughs and Kossuth streets. About 75 delegates from Massachusetts Rhode Island and the state attend. The event features papers on church influence and pastoral duties with Miss Panny Crosby addressing the Ladies Missionary Union. An excursion to Seaside Park is planned for tomorrow.
A day's schedule lists morning baseball at Newfield Park between New Haven and Bridgeport and at Yast Park South Ends versus Yasts. Afternoon events include Soldiers graves decoration at local cemeteries, the Lincoln Memorial Tablet dedication at City Hall at 1 15 and a Memorial Day parade and exercises at Seaside Park at 2. Supper for veterans follows the parade. Evening features Poll Players at Poll's theatre with Blue Mouse by Poll players at 2 15 and a late Steeplechase Istana at Seaside Park and Poll's theatre.
At least eight are known dead after a head on crash between Burlington trains Nos. 9 and 12 two miles west of Indianola Nebraska. Engine crews on both trains were killed with many passengers and staff injured. Notable among the injured are Omaha ball player B Kelly and Washington’s Robert Anderson. The Denver and Omaha Western league teams were on the westbound train. a tourist car overturned. President Gill and players suffered minor injuries.
Tax Collector John M. Donnelly expected a daily total near the $200,000 mark as Bridgeport Gas Co sent a $21,410.15 check. The tax office will stay open 7 to 9 pm tonight, 4 pm Memorial Day, with Wednesday hours at the usual time, plus a 0.75 percent surcharge.
The Farmer reports an unofficial rumor that Sunday baseball may be permitted in the city soon. Sources did not specify how approval would be authoried, but strong local business pressure supports lifting Sabbath restrictions to allow professional play. Public sentiment leans against Puritan enforcement, fearing economic impact.
London May 29 Recognizing J Pierpont Morgans power in finance the king issued marriage licenses today and sent him a special invitation to a coronation ceremony The American will be the sole honored guest Morgan is son of Henry and Mary Crofutt Mary Crofutt wed Edna Barlson to George McCabe clerk with Grane Co then Gertrude Mohr wife of Louis Kratafel to Ruth Jane Dillon Crane a local bartender faced city court for a cafe dispute with Henry Smith
The Interstate Commerce Commission cut ice rates affecting numerous small cities in New York and Pennsylvania and awarded $64,910.07 in damages to five manufacturers in those states. The ruling found many roads operating between New York and Pennsylvania guilty of rate extortion.
Connecticut records a spike in violent deaths across the state with multiple fatalities. H. L. Cook, 35, fell from a Waterbury bridge. Gladys Mannard, 11, Groton, crushed by a boulder. Barney Kelly, Grosvenordale, struck by a New Haven express train. Josiah Walkup, 18, drowned at South Windham. Frederick Refelt, Civil War veteran, shot himself in Beacon Falls. Thomas Layden died after a trolley car incident.
Havana may 29 word received today from Commodore Benedict's yacht Virginia ashore 99 miles west of the city reports the party will reach Havana tonight. The vessel stuck in mud five miles northeast of Judas Cay light but tugs are expected to haul her off at high tide and the boat is not taking on water. The owner and guests remain aboard.
Sergeant Blansfield and Liquor Agent Wagner led a round of clubs with warrants, finding no intoxicants at many sites. The operation shut down several venues and placarded remaining spaces with to rent signs, reflecting Judge Foster's ruling. The North End Gun Club, Italian Social Club, McGuire Association, Jack Gordon's Oxford Club and others were inspected. no liquor was sold yesterday.
The Supreme Court of the United States upheld a Massachusetts law requiring savings banks to turn over dead accounts to the state. The case involves Provident Institution for Savings of Boston and centers on state authority over dormant accounts.
Mayor E T Buckingham will be busy on Memorial Day. He starts at 9 with the Ninth Annual convention and Fifteenth Anniversary of the Slovak Wreath of the Free Eagles. At 11:20 he speaks to Slavonians at Sokol hall. At 1 he accepts Lincoln Memorial tablet on City Hall. At 1:30 he aids in police inspection. At 2 he joins the parade and reviews from City Hall green. Later he attends a Civil War veterans luncheon at G A R hall.
John H. Tyson, a young millionaire tied to multiple auto incidents, faces a $4,600 damage suit from International Service Corporation in New York. It alleges he signed a $5,000 note on February 7, made two $500 payments, with the balance unpaid. His family runs theater-ticket agencies in New York. he has a Riverside summer home. An earlier indictment over a fatal accident was quashed after a key witness left for Europe. His driving record led to a license renewal denial by the Secretary of State. the suit is returnable to the superior court.
Joseph F. Wieler, soon to be a deputy to Sheriff-elect Vollmer, was honored by Singer Co. workers after 15 years in the polishing department. James Hartley praised his career and presented Wieler with an Iver Johnson revolver a blackjack and a leather cigar case. Wieler thanked the crowd and thanked his colleagues as foreman A G Wright extended congratulations. He left his job Saturday morning and is popular locally and statewide.
At the Motor Speedway in Indianapolis on May 29 Wild Bob Burman drove faster than any before on this track. He set new marks for the quarter mile in 3.16 seconds the half mile in 21.40 seconds the kilometer in unknown and the mile in 5.95 seconds. Burman averaged 101 mph before a tire blew out on the Benz yet he controlled the machine and avoided a crash.
The Supreme Court upheld the hours of service law for railroad workers including dispatchers engineers firemen conductors and brakemen. It ruled the act constitutional and that the Interstate Commerce Commission may require monthly reports showing employees who worked beyond the legal limit.
Funeral services for Michael Carroll conductor on the Naugatuck division were held at his 292 Park Avenue home with Rev. Thomas P. Mooney officiating. Interment followed at St. Michael's cemetery. Jennie Allen widow of B K Allen and mother of Leonard M Allen died in Brooklyn New York after living in this city until a year ago. Interment was in Williston Massachusetts.
The store closes for Memorial Day as townspeople pause to honor those who served in the Union. The piece reflects on fading ranks, the duty to pay tribute to veterans, and the memory of the Civil War as the semi centennial of 1861 approaches. It urges reflection, respect for the living and departed, and inspiration for future days.
A patriotic wartime poem honors soldiers who faced shellfire and sacrifice. It lauds brave civili patriots and their enduring memory, with wreaths on graves and reverent praise that spans ranks from humble to high.
Judge Foster released Bertha Richardson a 17 year old arrested for defying missionary teaching, placing her in her mother's custody with probation reports to follow for one month while she proves not at risk of evil behavior. The case also notes a bereavement resolution in the community.
The funeral for Stephen C. Osborne, member of the Board of Apportionment, was held at Mountain Grove cemetery with Mayor E. T. Buckingham and many city officials in attendance. The Board adopted resolutions praising Osborne as a faithful public servant whose work on tax equalization and city affairs benefited the city and state.
Archbishops resignations and new postings appear in cryptic notes from the United Preney Home. The Dubwyie based church leader J J Resi signs off on archbishopric duties as a fresh appointment is named.
From Hartford a special report says humorist Loomis is recovering after a serious operation at Hartford Hospital last week. He is said to be on the road to complete recovery as officials reported favorable progress.
An old advertorial urges using Rexall 93 Hair Tonic to combat scalp disease and hair loss. It claims neglect causes baldness and promotes germ-killing, hair regrowth when used with Rexall 93 Sham poo Paste. Price listed as 30¢ and 31.00 per bottle.
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