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Newspaper
Bridgeport Evening Farmer
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Oct 10, 1916
Page
9
The article reviews smart hats in velvet and velour, offering a variety of shapes from large to small, with options from costly imported styles to affordable grades. It emphasizes choosing hats suited to personal preference and highlights the breadth of styles and value in the display.
Buffalo attorney George D. Burd contends Hughes approved a 1907 private act granting seven eighths of the St Lawrence River water rights and a perpetual private company, a massive potential power gift. Burd argues Pinchot’s praise of Hughes misleads voters, noting the Long Sault Development deal as Hughes’ core conservation action and its repeal by Democrats in 1913.
British aviators report a daring rescue after a damaged plane could not be repaired. They ferried three men ninety miles across the desert to Kantara, claiming a new record for carrying three aboard a single engine aircraft. The same raid disrupted Turkish air service for a month.
The Graduate Nurse association cleared about 150 for the Orthopedic fund at a pinochle whist and dance held in the Elks' home last night. About 200 attendees enjoyed card play and dancing with Speidel's orchestra. Hall donated by the local Elks was supervised by Dr. Edward F. McGovern. Committee included Miss Ahearn, Miss Linn, Mrs. Flynn, the Misses Duldo Kantack Remeson Lockwood and O'Rourke. Mary and Julia Sullivan sang with Miss Louise Sullivan at the piano. The piece notes the Greek fleet has joined the revolutionary movement.
An advertisement touts Danderine as a quick hair cleanse to remove dust oil and dandruff. It claims this 25 cent product strengthens roots stimulates growth and leaves hair soft full and beautiful with a single use. It urges readers to buy Knowlton’s Dandeline from drug stores.
New York Oct 10 Michael A Rofrano lawyer political foe of Foley and ex Deputy Street Cleaning Commissioner goes on trial for instigating the March 8 1915 murder of Michael Gaimari lieutenant to Foley A panel of 250 talesmen chosen Sidney Abenheim named foreman Joseph Brondini to be tried next separately prosecutor DA George Brothers defense Martin Littleton. The case ties politics to a string of crimes including murder gun stabbings and plots ending in prison sentences or execution.
Panama's employers liability bill, already passed by the National Assembly and awaiting the president's signature, faces strong opposition from local business interests and foreign firms. They warn the statute could be unevenly applied, hinder investment, and invite abuse from half pay for sickness. They also fault the required national treasury deposits or insured funds as unsafe and rely on claims the measure lags Panama's economic and sanitary progress.
Hartford report shows only one infantile paralysis case was logged with the state board of health yesterday, the smallest daily total since the epidemic began in Connecticut. Dr. John T. Black said the outbreak appears near an end, though a few scattered cases may appear.
Rt. Rev. John J. Nilan bishop of the Hartford Diocese will depart tomorrow for a southern journey. He plans a stay of four to six weeks and will be accompanied by Rev. Father Ryan of Boston. Just arrived Dutch and French bulbs. John Reck & Son.
The Anne Hathaway cottage in Beardsley park is proposed as a double memorial. The Art League plans a two purpose building: a Shakespearean garden and a natural history museum for children, plus a rest house and inspiration for gardeners and artists. The project, led by Mrs. Philip Holzer, seeks small gifts and notes its site near the golf links. Coroner John J. Phelan has filed a quarterly report showing expenses of $3,348.52.
Agents for the Sonora and Grafonoa Talking Machines and Records were listed, detailing representation, contact points, and sales regions. The notice names the firms and outlines dealership responsibilities, service areas, and commission arrangements.
New York October 19. Welded Ring, longtime Republican and prominent New York Produce Exchange figure, declares support for Woodrow Wilson. He praises Wilson for fulfilling pledges, argues Eight-Hour law is overdue and criticizes Hughes. Ring, 25 years with the Produce Exchange, chairs New York Chamber of Commerce Executive Committee and leads the American Exporters Association. He serves as a director of several banks and is active in charity.
Miss Mae Judge, bookkeeper at H. D. Fitzgerald Co., will wed John Hartnett. A linen shower was held Monday at her parents' home, with many guests and a luncheon. Also, Esther May Misiter wed Karl V. Duffield at 401 Atlantic Street in a ceremony led by Rev. George M. Brown.
Miss Pearl Esther Blackstone of New Haven attended the ceremony wearing white net over pink messaline with sweet peas and a platinum pearl brooch. The groom’s party included William B. Kistler who received a gold Masonic charm. The Duffield couple honeymoon to Niagara Falls and Canada aboard a 4:30 train. gifts included a three family house and lot from LINDSLEY-BALL. Matilda Lowe Duffield wed Earle Avery Lindsley at Rev. George W. Nicholson’s home with only family present. blue taffeta gown and lilies of the valley bouquet. The Lindsleys, active in church work, plan a Washington trip and will reside at 340 Maplewood Ave after December 1.
In Pittsburgh on October 10 the market opened with major purchasing agencies announcing a ten cent per barrel rise for lighter priced crude and five cents for heavy oil as refiners push to secure available quantities. The Frederik VIII liner with Ambassador Gerard aboard is due today, while farmer want ads appear.
Forecast from New Haven predicts fair conditions tonight and Wednesday with cool temperatures. Connecticut experiences fair, cool weather. pleasant conditions noted this morning across eastern districts, while many eastern areas report a fall in temperatures and frosts from Iowa to Maine. L. Co. Helwig, governor of the Danish West Indies, arrives in New York en route to Denmark.
A newspaper notice urges house owners to use Cyrus Presto Killer to eliminate bed bugs and make rooms rentable. It promotes a 25 cent can claiming a safe, effective clean that satisfies applicants and highlights Cyrus Pharmacy as the source.
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