Wilderbs tonic touted by Bridgeport shopkeeper
Steven Wilson, a prominent local meat dealer at 6 Broad St, endorses Wilderbs full extract as a quick, effective tonic. He cites his wife's improved health and the endorsement from many local customers, with Dr. Pierce’s system purifier promoted at Hindle's store and blood pressure checks offered.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Steven Wilson
Mr. Wilson
Broad St
Bhart
Hindle's
T & Jackson
Dr. Pierce
Hindle
State St
Bridgeport
Wilders
Wilderbs
Deaf mutes found guilty after remarkable trial in Haven
Joseph Castelli and an alleged accomplice were each found guilty of first degree murder in a 16 day trial before Judge Reed. Sentencing to follow as attorneys plan appeals. The case drew public attention for deaf defendants and speech communication difficulties in court. Amelia Fotia, Castelli's mother, caused a scene outside the courtroom during the verdict and sentencing proceedings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New Haven
En Haven
Joseph Castellino
Eee Veteri
New York
Joel H. Reed
Murof
Castelli
Annie Cas
Delibio
Attorney Bennett to Address Young Men’s Woodrow Wilson Club
Attorney Frank E. Bennett of New York and New Haven will be principal speaker this evening at the Young Men’s Woodrow Wilson club meeting at rooms 91 Broad Street. Bennett is an interesting speaker and is expected to please the club members. Judge Morris B. Beardsley a governor candidate, Lynn M. Wilson and Town Chairman Hugh J. Lavery are expected to attend and speak. The club will also hear an address reportedly analogous to President Wilson’s Shadow Lawn remarks tomorrow evening.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frank E. Bemmnett
New York
New Haven
Woodrow Wilson Club
Broad Street
Bennett
Morris B. Beardsley
Lynn M. Wilson
Hugh J. Lavery
President Wilson
Shadow Lawn
Imported Irish Neckties Arrive in Stratfield
The first neckwear ever imported to the city, Irish poplin ties by Frye & Co. of Dublin, shipped in bond to Edward Lonergan in the Stratfield building. They showcase patterns unlike domestic styles and warrant viewing in New York. October 27. Also note a classified ad seeking thirty girls to assist in advertising for the Farmer.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Edward Lonergan
Stratfield
Frye & Co
Dublin
Ireland
Lonergan
New York
Recruit drive at border by 12th National Guard regiment
Major Morris of the 12th National Guard regiment promoted a border recruitment drive. He noted the applicants were stylish yet modestly dressed girls, many with brothers serving at the border, all eager to support their country.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
National Guard
Morris
12Th National Guard
Hooking Ride May Cost Samuel Kaufman Life
A 12 year old boy Samuel Kaufman of 231 Warren street was riding on a passing wagon on Gilbert street with friends. They leaped off near Broad street and he was struck by an auto truck driven by Patrick McGovern. The front wheel crushed his abdomen before the driver stopped. He was rushed to Emergency hospital then Bridgeport hospital in critical condition.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Samuel Kaufman
Warren Street
Gilbert Street
Broad Street
Kaufman
Patrick McGovern
McGovern
S. Is Aranki
Bridgeport
Ninth District Club Invites Voters to Open Rooms
The Ninth District Democratic club invites every district voter to visit the club rooms at East Main and Shelton streets this Sunday. Topics of importance will be discussed and all are urged to attend. Rooms open from 9 a.m. to 10 p.m.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ninth District Democratic Club
East Main
Shelton Streets
Judge Presses Charity Aid Over Drunk One-Legged Man
In city court Judge Frank Wilder offered to suspend a 15 day sentence if the charities department would assist a homeless one legged man named John Anderson. Arrested for drunkenness, he was described as frail and ill, seeking help and medical aid but failing to obtain it. He claimed illness, not alcohol, left him unable to walk and in need of support.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charities Deepartment
Frank Wilder
Christopher Linnegan
Nan
John Anderson
Charities Department
Aquor
Youth Marries at 16 Then Jailed for Six Months
Ernest Miner, 510 State Street, a youth who wed a 16 year old girl a year ago, faced Judge Frank Wilder after troubles including a gun fright by an evangelist and accusations of not supporting his wife. He received six months in jail in lieu of a $500 bond.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ernest Miner
State Street
Lochinvar
West
Golden Hill Street
Miner
George Murray
Frank Wilder
24 Year-Old Butcher Bill Barred by Statute
Acting Judge Wilder ruled in the Dorus versus Lyon case that a 24-year-old debt of $722.87 cannot be collected. The court found the statute of limitations applies, noting Lyon and a conservator remained in the city until 1910 and that no promise after 1910 can revive the claim. Lyon died in 1915.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wilder
James H. Dorus
Florence G. Lyon
Charles G. Lyon
Dorus
Main Street
Lyon
Wader
Derus
Attorney and Wife Return From Cuba
Attorney James A Turner and his wife Bessie M Bartholemew return from a honeymoon in Cuba and Bermuda. Turner recalls Havana jitneys, narrow streets, and a surge of tourists due to the European war. They now reside at 734 Iranistan Avenue.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James A. Turner
Bessie M. Bartholomew
Cuba
Bermuda
Turner
Abck
Havana
Island Republic
Bridgeport
Europe
Mrs. Turner
Iranistan Avenue
Submarine Isaac Peral Built in Quincy Accepts Spain
The Spanish submarine Isaac Peral, built by Fore River Shipbuilding Corp in Quincy Massachusetts, has fulfilled all formalities and been accepted. Surface speed exceeds 15 knots and submerged speed over 10 knots. The submarine will enter a training period for the Spanish crew to familiarize with the vessel.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Quincy
Mass
Isaac Peral
Fore River Shipbuilding Corporation
Marriages listed in Torrington New Milford and Greenwich
In Torrington on October 19 Earl Garnsey wed Lillian Snay. In New Milford Maurice Ring married Ruth Melain. In Greenwich October 18 Charles R Thompson tied with Caroline Holly.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Garnsey—Snay
Torrington
Earl Garnsey
Lillian Snay
Ring—Igcalia
New Milford
Maurice Ring
Ruth Mealin
Obituary notices from a local paper
Multiple deaths are reported with brief funeral details. Margaret Flynn of 303 Bruce Avenue dies at home. Lillian B. Horton widow of James E. Horton funeral held at Mrs. Blackman’s home with burial planned in St Stevens, Canada. Emily I Crossley’s funeral from 981 North Avenue and St Patrick’s Church. John T. Seawn, traveling salesman, dies after gall stone operation, age 66. family ties and residences noted. Joseph Castelli and Francisco Vetere found guilty in New Haven of Castelli’s wife murder.
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Margaret
Michael J. Flynn
Bruce Avenue
Mrs. Flynn
Jersey City
Lillian B. Horton
Lillian B
James E. Horton
Monroe J. Blackman
Anson Street
George O. Tamblyn
Olivet Congregational Church
St. Stevens
New Brunswick
Canada
Emily IL
Crossley
Emily’ IL
Samuel
Rose Crossley
North Avenue
St. Patrick’s Church
John G Lynch
Fred Weller
Edward Dargan
George Lord
John Dennis
Michael Mannix
Morris Card
Lynch
St Michael's Cemetery
John T. Seawn
St. Vincent’s Hospital
Mr. Sexton
William
Margaret Sexton
James Sexton
Rose Street
Thomas Bishop Granite Co
Quincy
Mass
United Commercial Travelers’ Association
Gillmore Council
Royal Arcanum
Bridgeport Lodge of
Elys
Elizabeth Cleary
Thomas Langdon
John Cunningham
This City
David Fitzgerald
Los Angeles
Michael
Pull Second Lever to Re elect Wilson and Vote Straight
A voter guidance piece urges selecting the second lever on the voting machine to cast a straight Democratic vote for Woodrow Wilson and the entire Democratic ticket. It warns that Republicans hold top machine positions and warns against ticket splitting to avoid aiding Republican or Socialist candidates. The notice notes the ballot order and states there will be no vote on the proposed city charter commission at this election.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Woodrow Wilson
Dr Gladden to Preach at West End Church Sunday
Dr Washington Gladden acting pastor of United Congregational Church will preach Sunday at 7 30 pm in West End Congregational Church. He has long influenced Ohio politics through church reform and democracy advocacy and recently discussed the political situation nationwide.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
DR. Gladden
West End Church
Washington Gladden
United Congregational Church
West End
Gladden
Columbus
Ohio
Churches of America
Columbus Speaker to Address Local Rally
John J. Lentz of Columbus will be the main speaker at a rally for Sixth Seventh and Eighth District Democrats. The event at Eagles hall Monday evening will also feature senatorial and aldermanic candidates.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John J. Lentz
Columbus
Eagles’ Hall
Death toll in hospital fire rises to nineteen
The St Elizabeth Hospital fire victims list reached nineteen with five children among the dead after the flames were brought under control. Authorities began body searches as Grey Nuns report an official count and police guard Farnham faces arson suspicions amid small fires overnight.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Elizabeth Hospital
Grey Nuns
Farnham
Que
Continue Motion For Special Bail in Foundrymen’s Suit
The motion for special bail in the suit against Patrick F. Duffy and other Local 110 officials was set for hearing in the superior court but was continued this morning. Plaintiffs Bridgeport Deoxidized Bronze Co and others seek damages from the molders' strike. Duffy’s bail was fixed at 10 000 by agreement.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Patrick F. Duffy
Local 110
International Molders’ Union of North America
Superior Court
Bridgeport Deoxidized Bronze Co
Manufacturers* Iron Foundry, Inc
Monumental Bronze Co
Pequonnock Foundry, Inc
Duffy
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Girls Aid Recruiting
Rockwell & CO
Main St
Ninth District Club
Judge Wilder
Spain
Margaret Flynn
John T Sexton Reaketa
Joseph Castelli
Francisco Veteri
Wilson
Monroe
Wright
Real MC
Moe
Mackinaws
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