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Newspaper
Bridgeport Evening Farmer
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Oct 18, 1916
Page
1
A tropical disturbance moved northeast toward southern New England after severe damage in Gulf states. Hurricane warnings were issued from New Orleans to Apalachicola, Fla., as crews reported 90 mph winds and driving rain. Many coastal cities were cut off from outside communication amid mounting property losses.
A Mobile wind report at 9:00 a.m. said gusts reached 96 miles per hour with telegraph links to New Orleans cut. Fort Morgan saw 98 mph gusts at 6:45 a.m. and winds averaged 90 mph with higher gusts. Pensacola measured 72 mph from the northeast at 8:15 a.m. and tides ran two feet above normal with a 25.40 barometer reading.
Heavy rain and high winds battered Gulf Coast cities as the barometer fell from 29.46 inches and continued to drop. At 7 a.m. winds reached 62 mph, later rising to 72 mph with rain driving ahead of the storm center. Forecasters warned of an intensified tropical system approaching from the distressed distance.
Bridgeport Projectile Co secured a Navy Department order worth 1 750 000 dollars to produce 146 five inch naval guns and a consignment of shrapnel cases. The contract, tied to the wider federal naval program, will sustain industrial activity in Bridgeport over an estimated two and a half years.
Benjamin Szymonski, a 28 year old boarder at 4 Garden Street, allegedly grabbed Annie Sincowski by the throat and punched her after she refused to accompany him on an outing. He choked her and threw her to the floor in the hallway. In court Judge Fred eric Bartlett fined him $10 for assault and the incident was reported as a local case.
Fair tonight then increasing humidity and likely rain Thursday. Winds from the northeast strengthen, bringing a wetter and more unsettled pattern across the region.
London reports Norway informed the entente powers it does not accept a duty to ban war submarines in its waters. A royal decree of Oct 13 bars armed belligerent subs from Norwegian waters except emergency, while merchant subs may pass in daylight with flags. Norway reserves judgment on commercial subs and seeks neutrality rules under The Hague principles. The stance mirrors US neutrality on submarine issues amid ongoing war.
A theft occurred overnight at 8 Kline’s clothing shop 653 East Main Street. Thieves using an automobile cleaned out every suit and overcoat, rows of cloth and materials valued around 800 dollars. Entry gained by forcing a rear door. bulk suggests vehicle transport.
Chester Murray of 271 State Street was held in 2000 bond by Judge Frederic Bartlett for December term. Three lodgers from 52 Organ Street testified Murray and his wife were visiting when arrested. The female witness said she never married Murray but they lived as a couple at State Street. She admitted guilt but said Murray never received any money she earned from a life of vice.
Democratic state official informs Republican chair of joint debate plan between United States Senator George McLean and Homer S. Cummings. Letter stresses four-city series proposed Hartford New Haven Bridgeport Waterbury, condemns avoidance of public comparison, cites Lincoln Douglas legacy and past debates.
In Stratford, supporters and opponents of East Broadway double tracking testified before Judge Gager in superior court. Proponents include three selectmen and Stratford’s Earl French of the Devon Improvement Association, plus State Highway Commissioner Bennett and Connecticut Co. officials. Opponents cited narrow street two-track conflicts, while officials argued public convenience and traffic needs justify the project. Judge Gager reserved decision.
Bridgeport officials must pay 48400 for Cedar Creek property sought for a pumping station. The commission appointed by the superior court valued the Worden estate land at this figure, against the Worden’s $98000 demand. City officials argued a 20000 basis for negotiations, noting low tide flooding and costly land filling. The three commissioners were J Birney Tuttle, John N Wheeler, and Fred A Taff.
Hartford filings reveal the Karm Terminal Co of Bridgeport aims to develop property between Berkshire Division tracks and the Pequonock River. Plans include large coke ovens and a waterfront terminal to receive and store coal, with a spur track across North Washington Avenue to connect parcels.
An early morning blaze at Harvey Hubbell Co. on Bostwick avenue destroyed a machine shed and damaged a Locomobile truck. Firemen prevented further loss and limited damage to about 1500 dollars. Chief Investigator D E Johnson queries spontaneous ignition with no inflammable material found. A Coe Stapley watchman spotted the flames. The Hatheway plant was threatened but saved.
A dozen Lithuanians enraged by anti czar and Tolstoi sentiments stormed a liquor store at 424 Main St. Pool balls flew, chairs smashed, knives flashed, and a brawl ensued. Seven men were arrested by Police T. Flynyn and P. Riley, with names and addresses provided.
Paris reports three German night local incursions on Sailly Saillizes and Somme positions. French forces hold all lines, inflict heavy losses, and push back attackers near Berny En Santerre. Parallel reports from Petrograd cite ongoing Galicia battles with repulsed Teutonic counterattacks near Kortznia and Bolshovtse. Berlin notes French assaults near Morval Rancourt and near Thiepval Courcelette Bourchavnses repulsed after hard fighting.
John Harris formerly of the steamer City of Brockton faced a trespassing charge at the boat docks, arrived barefoot intending to sleep aboard. Judge Bartlett released him and he was directed to the charities department where he received footwear.
William G. McAdoo, secretary of the treasury, denounces the Republican ticket of Hughes and Roosevelt as a danger to peace and prosperity under Wilson. He accuses Wall Street and a central bank of guiding Republican policy and warns that a Hughes presidency could trigger war or repeal of the Federal Reserve Act. He cites Roosevelt’s stance on Lusitania and questions Hughes’ definitiveness on foreign policy.
Boston October 12 The United States circuit court of appeals ruled that members of the state militia remain in federal service for military purposes despite not taking the oath under the national defense act. The decision reverses a lower court order, holding the act makes militia movements mandatory for national defense amid foreign threats and recent invasions.
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